Focus ST Mk3 - Sound Symposer

[camdo82]

Hi Guys,

Serial lurker on here for years.
I have had a Focus ST-3 Mk3 for around 6 months now and really enjoying it. Perfect mix of comfort / toys for the daily driver and also has the performance for a blast at the weekends.
I have a question surrounding the sound symposer / butterfly valve that pumps induction noise back into the cabin. Since I have taken delivery I noticed that it sounds nothing like the youtube video reviews etc where there appears to be a hefty amount of induction noise audible. I am of the impression that the previous owner removed this device or disabled it.

My warranty is up in June so swithering to get this looked into / replaced at the moment or if it would drive me bananas!
Just looking to see if any fellow ST owners have had any experience?

Cheers!

[oobster]

I've had a MK3 Focus ST-3 for nearly 2-and-a-half years now, can't say I have noticed much induction 'roar' inside the cabin, perhaps a little bit higher up the rev range.

Suits me though, as I wouldn't want it any different.

[andburg]

youtube videos may have used a second mic to capture the induction noise from within the bay or been position close to the speakers?

[camdo82]

Cheers guys, thanks for input.
To be honest think I will leave it as is, no performance issues just wanted to know if any others have had this, it appears to be quite a common issue on the other side of the pond in the US.