@@Greatdane-qf8kd No, it is not. If the original sound. is distorting, there is no amount of Vol - that will remove the distortion. Peak Vol levels should hit approx 90% on VU metres, with RMS levels between 50% and 70%. These are just my experiences of recording pretty much everything from rock concerts to voice-over-nature, but if you want the full low-down on recording levels I could ask my son-in-law for his dissertation on the subject that led to his PhD. But you might find that somewhat dense reading. But as a rule of thumb, if the sound is distorting when being played back at 50%, it's the recording at fault, not the playback. This video was distorting at way less than 50%.
@@davidcolin6519Yeah well my uncle's father-in-law did sound for Vanilla Ice's hit song, Ice Ice Baby. He also works on the sound for the both Antiques Roadshow and Saw 1, 2, 4 and 5 (there was a dispute over mic levels for 3 and he rage quit), but he says that 51 to 73 is the prime range. Or you could ask my Dad's grandma's other half who wrote a pretty interesting murder mystery novel where the killer lets the mic levels get to 93%. Ironically the audio book didn't do too well. Anyway, it's subjective, so it doesn't matter what family member studied what.
@@artiomcdodge except that distortion is not subjective and is measurable. Distortion can be good, just look at Marshall amps. But when you are trying to impart information it's generally not, especially it bothers your audience.
I despised the ID4 when I tested it. those buttons were horrible on the wheel, and it felt cheap inside. the MG4 does a little bit... but it IS cheap. the ID4 isn't.
My MG Trophy arrived this week and your review is spot on - well done. The issues with the info screen aren't as bad as reviewers seem to think because the steering wheel controls can be set up to do all those things you wanted.
Fab Review Abi 👏🏻 I have driven the 4 too and it really surprised me. You're spot on with its drawbacks, some things are on the cheaper side but for the styling, range, way it drives and the equipment it comes with its a proper bargain.
MG will be expanding to Finland very soon. The initial range in Finland is expected to make up of the MG4, MG5, MG Marvel R and MG ZS EV. The next countries that could get MG may be Poland and or Greece, but as you know, I am quite desperate for an MG launch in Romania.
I have taken delivery of the MG4 trophy on Friday and can confirm that the car now has a rear wiper, centre head rest on the back seat, bigger wheels, grab handles above the doors with the exception of the drivers seat and one pedal drive mode. The infotainment system software has a couple of quirks the most annoying is the Bluetooth keeps forgetting the paired phone and often asks for me to re-pair the phone and it doesn't remember the settings for instance the driving mode i like to use the eco setting but when i get out of the car and lock it when i come to use it the drive mode defaults to the 'Normal' setting. but other than that the car is absolutely fantastic to drive and with my careful driving i am getting 4.7 miles per Kwh. The main struggle i am having at the moment is trying to get on an EV tariff with my energy supplier (Octopus) which means i am having to pay 30p per Kwh to charge my car 😢
Great review. As you say, the very best thing about the MG4 is the way it drives. Take it on a back road and it puts a smile on your face. The XPower version with 429hp is coming soon and is just £36.5k, now that will put your licence at risk
Pretty cool even though I'm not a fan of EVs...your review kinda makes me want one and wish I lived in the UK instead of America 😂❤ I'd like to add I love that white pleated skirt and trainers you're wearing. Very upmarket yet no doubt comfortable I wish American women knew how to dress like this
@SHETALKSCARS I'm from Warsaw Indiana, I'm about 3 hours from Chicago Illinois Where in the UK are you from because I dig your channel and your very Emma Thompson-esque humor and manner of speaking
Why isn't blind spot detection on all trims? Saw yet another near miss on the motorway this morning when someone crossed two lanes and didn't notice a car coming up on the inside.
Hi, that model doesn't look like the latest 2023 model, with rear wiper , middle seat rear head rest, grab rail in back and new sensor in front for one pedal braking to a stop.
Normal you have a laggy screen, you tested one of the first models that were made in 2022 :) So try one of the latest with the R33 or R40 software. Dont know why you are testing an old model (mid-2022) and we are half 2023...
@@SHETALKSCARS it's improved in many ways. they now have rear wipers, rear middle headrest. full one pedal driving to a stop. have grab handles and the software was improved. it also removed the camera above the steering wheel which never worked properly.
Definitely has some flaws, but for the money it looks amazing. Can't find another rear wheel EV with this much power (or tech) for anywhere near this money. The facelifted version has middle headrest (was badly needed imo as I carry 3 in the back) rear wiper and full one pedal braking to a stop now.
At long last a reviewer who has actually mentioned that this car has no central rear headrest! I have watched so many reviews on this car and not once has this important safety item been mentioned, I have asked several times on the reviewer’s comments about it and been completely ignored. Thank you Abi for talking about this fact, great review 🙂
The MG4 is getting a centre head rest in the refresh. If you order one now you'll probably get that, and a rear wiper and 18" wheels, but no black roof
Why are EVs always placed apart? Does it matter that this is an EV? Personally, I'd say that this is probably the best car at its price point, no matter the motive force, especially when national/local incentives are included. In Spain (where I live) the base model sells at just over €20K. What other car, of any motive system, can compete at that price? Dacia Sanders anybody?
Hmmmm lucky you then Brian. Good for other people to know. I have very sensitive hearing so I hear everything - I’m like a bat. 😂 Glad to hear you’re enjoying your Mg4
I suspect that it tries to kill you because you've become lazy in your driving habits. I recently had an MG hire car (can't even remember which model, it wasn't a BEV) and I found the lane assist intrusive, but not too bad. There again, I'm really quite anal about using my indicators everywhere. I know that not to be the case for something like 90+% of drivers. Your comment is certainly not uncommon. But there again, something like 90% of drivers barely use their indicators. Maybe the advent of lane maintenance systems might encourage drivers to think a bit more about their use of indicators. WTF am I kidding? We'll keep on getting complaints ad nauseam about Lane Keep Assist etc., because it's much easier to blame intrusive electronics than our own sloppy driving styles.
@@davidcolin6519 I spent 20 years as a police officer. When I took my police test I would have failed if I indicated and there was no one to indicate to. This showed that you had all round awareness of your surroundings. I still do not indicate if there is no one to indicate to and I believe this is a sign of good driving skills. I have no problem with lane assist providing I can turn it off permanently. This is just another sign of the nanny state to me. I believe lane assist will probably kill someone one day, although we are unlikely to hear that it was the cause of the accident. I do agree with you about drivers failing to indicate though, but it is just another sign of the times and common place bad driving..
@@rogerwilson6367 My brother was also a police officer, and I do not recognise your descriptions of what was expected. I am aware that different forces have different requirements, but my question would be; would you fail your course if you hadn't seen a pedestrian or some other `potential unforeseen hazard? Which is why I'm calling BS on your claim. And yes, LKA can be turned off on every vehicle that I'm aware of, so again, your BS is being called out. Isn't it curious that those who most object to "The nanny state" are often those who never had nannies? Yet one of the first things that super-rich people do... is employ nannies when they have sprogs? If nannies are such a terrible thing, then why do so many rich people employ them? So what is so bad about a nanny state? There again, if you really had been a PC, you'd know that reporting of tech that results in accidents (or may have done so) is extremely rigorous, and failing to report such can be reason for dismissal, so again, I have every reason to suspect your veracity.
@@davidcolin6519 If you take the time to read what I said, ie 'Turn it off permanently'. I would therefore call BS on your ability to read and understand what is in front of you. This tells me everything I need to know. As for the rest of your comments, I believe you are bordering on Clinical Insanity.
@@rogerwilson6367 Yeah, that's more like it, a PC jumping to insane conclusions. Maybe you are a cop after all. There again, the BS about not indicating is still BS.
Finally someone genuinely talking about cars with some substance in their content, don’t understand why supercar blondie is that famous, all she does is “look at this …” my 6 year old gal can do better reviews than her, more power to you, hope people appreciate a real car reviewer!!
Hey thank you for the kind words. Appreciate that. I’m partial to super car blonde, I think she’s fab. But my reviews are for people considering the cars. I guess hers are more to showcase them quickly :)
MG forgot some very standard items. No air vents in rear, no arm text in rear, no cup holders in rear, no interior light in rear, no 360 degree camera plus the cheap materials and seats are a let down
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Nice review but please drop the mic levels when recording, you are peaking nonstop, my ears hurt:)
That's why you have a vol down button
@@Greatdane-qf8kd No, it is not. If the original sound. is distorting, there is no amount of Vol - that will remove the distortion.
Peak Vol levels should hit approx 90% on VU metres, with RMS levels between 50% and 70%.
These are just my experiences of recording pretty much everything from rock concerts to voice-over-nature, but if you want the full low-down on recording levels I could ask my son-in-law for his dissertation on the subject that led to his PhD.
But you might find that somewhat dense reading.
But as a rule of thumb, if the sound is distorting when being played back at 50%, it's the recording at fault, not the playback. This video was distorting at way less than 50%.
@@davidcolin6519Yeah well my uncle's father-in-law did sound for Vanilla Ice's hit song, Ice Ice Baby. He also works on the sound for the both Antiques Roadshow and Saw 1, 2, 4 and 5 (there was a dispute over mic levels for 3 and he rage quit), but he says that 51 to 73 is the prime range. Or you could ask my Dad's grandma's other half who wrote a pretty interesting murder mystery novel where the killer lets the mic levels get to 93%. Ironically the audio book didn't do too well.
Anyway, it's subjective, so it doesn't matter what family member studied what.
@@artiomcdodge except that distortion is not subjective and is measurable. Distortion can be good, just look at Marshall amps. But when you are trying to impart information it's generally not, especially it bothers your audience.
@@Greatdane-qf8kd Volume down won't stop the distortion from peaking though.....
Other than that a great video.....
Two people I know gave back their VW Id 4 s and purchased the MG4 , been told it’s twice as good 😊
I despised the ID4 when I tested it. those buttons were horrible on the wheel, and it felt cheap inside. the MG4 does a little bit... but it IS cheap. the ID4 isn't.
My MG Trophy arrived this week and your review is spot on - well done. The issues with the info screen aren't as bad as reviewers seem to think because the steering wheel controls can be set up to do all those things you wanted.
Fab Review Abi 👏🏻 I have driven the 4 too and it really surprised me. You're spot on with its drawbacks, some things are on the cheaper side but for the styling, range, way it drives and the equipment it comes with its a proper bargain.
Thanks Eddie! Yep… fab car
MG will be expanding to Finland very soon.
The initial range in Finland is expected to make up of the MG4, MG5, MG Marvel R and MG ZS EV.
The next countries that could get MG may be Poland and or Greece, but as you know, I am quite desperate for an MG launch in Romania.
I have taken delivery of the MG4 trophy on Friday and can confirm that the car now has a rear wiper, centre head rest on the back seat, bigger wheels, grab handles above the doors with the exception of the drivers seat and one pedal drive mode. The infotainment system software has a couple of quirks the most annoying is the Bluetooth keeps forgetting the paired phone and often asks for me to re-pair the phone and it doesn't remember the settings for instance the driving mode i like to use the eco setting but when i get out of the car and lock it when i come to use it the drive mode defaults to the 'Normal' setting. but other than that the car is absolutely fantastic to drive and with my careful driving i am getting 4.7 miles per Kwh. The main struggle i am having at the moment is trying to get on an EV tariff with my energy supplier (Octopus) which means i am having to pay 30p per Kwh to charge my car 😢
Great review 🎉
Great info and nice to watch. I like your style. Well done!
MG4 fast, witty... much like your review. Loved it. five xxxxx!
Thanks. Seriously considering this as my first ev.
Welcome. It’s the best value for money in my opinion at the moment :) any q’s just ask
Great review. As you say, the very best thing about the MG4 is the way it drives. Take it on a back road and it puts a smile on your face. The XPower version with 429hp is coming soon and is just £36.5k, now that will put your licence at risk
Love the content and humour. Just please fix the outside mic quality.
Pretty cool even though I'm not a fan of EVs...your review kinda makes me want one and wish I lived in the UK instead of America 😂❤
I'd like to add I love that white pleated skirt and trainers you're wearing. Very upmarket yet no doubt comfortable
I wish American women knew how to dress like this
Hey Chris. Thanks for the kind words! EV’s are cool, just got to find what suits you. Where in the US are you?
@SHETALKSCARS I'm from Warsaw Indiana, I'm about 3 hours from Chicago Illinois
Where in the UK are you from because I dig your channel and your very Emma Thompson-esque humor and manner of speaking
Why isn't blind spot detection on all trims? Saw yet another near miss on the motorway this morning when someone crossed two lanes and didn't notice a car coming up on the inside.
Just off topic of this car,your in the tv series Repair Lot on Dave Channel,are they going to make another TV series
Its a cracking car for the price
Hi, that model doesn't look like the latest 2023 model, with rear wiper , middle seat rear head rest, grab rail in back and new sensor in front for one pedal braking to a stop.
It’s the 2022 - as you can see from the plate Glenn. 👍
@@SHETALKSCARS Sorry I'm from New Zealand so not familiar with UK reg plates sequence, thanks.
This is one of the first versions you can see at the face recognition sensor above the steering, from the later 2022 versions there are all removed.
yeah, bit weird she mentioned things that are missing in the car... when they aren't if you order now.
What's a frung? feel like i should know
Cheesus cries, the aidio gain on this video is too much. My speakers are hurting....
Normal you have a laggy screen, you tested one of the first models that were made in 2022 :) So try one of the latest with the R33 or R40 software. Dont know why you are testing an old model (mid-2022) and we are half 2023...
Hi - so the updated version has improved? This is what MG had available on their press fleet.
@@SHETALKSCARS it's improved in many ways. they now have rear wipers, rear middle headrest. full one pedal driving to a stop. have grab handles and the software was improved. it also removed the camera above the steering wheel which never worked properly.
Definitely has some flaws, but for the money it looks amazing. Can't find another rear wheel EV with this much power (or tech) for anywhere near this money.
The facelifted version has middle headrest (was badly needed imo as I carry 3 in the back) rear wiper and full one pedal braking to a stop now.
At long last a reviewer who has actually mentioned that this car has no central rear headrest! I have watched so many reviews on this car and not once has this important safety item been mentioned, I have asked several times on the reviewer’s comments about it and been completely ignored. Thank you Abi for talking about this fact, great review 🙂
The MG4 is getting a centre head rest in the refresh. If you order one now you'll probably get that, and a rear wiper and 18" wheels, but no black roof
Many thanks Billy 👍
Latest car has grab handles front and back ,rear wiper, centre headrest
Please review the new MG HS
Birds gorgeous, shame about the voice though
I like your hair colour and your style.❤
Thank you 🙏
C'mon be honest - just say it : she's hot!
Why are EVs always placed apart? Does it matter that this is an EV? Personally, I'd say that this is probably the best car at its price point, no matter the motive force, especially when national/local incentives are included.
In Spain (where I live) the base model sells at just over €20K. What other car, of any motive system, can compete at that price? Dacia Sanders anybody?
MG4 X-power is nippy
I have 3100km in the counter and do not had any wind noise. It is very quite. Just hear a bit noise if you drive on bad roads.
Hmmmm lucky you then Brian. Good for other people to know. I have very sensitive hearing so I hear everything - I’m like a bat. 😂
Glad to hear you’re enjoying your Mg4
This spec is now been replaced by the 2023 MY spec which adds that all important centre rear headrest, one pedal driving and rear wiper.
Check out the lane assist on a motorway. Mine tries to kill me at least once a day.
I suspect that it tries to kill you because you've become lazy in your driving habits.
I recently had an MG hire car (can't even remember which model, it wasn't a BEV) and I found the lane assist intrusive, but not too bad. There again, I'm really quite anal about using my indicators everywhere. I know that not to be the case for something like 90+% of drivers.
Your comment is certainly not uncommon. But there again, something like 90% of drivers barely use their indicators.
Maybe the advent of lane maintenance systems might encourage drivers to think a bit more about their use of indicators.
WTF am I kidding? We'll keep on getting complaints ad nauseam about Lane Keep Assist etc., because it's much easier to blame intrusive electronics than our own sloppy driving styles.
@@davidcolin6519 I spent 20 years as a police officer. When I took my police test I would have failed if I indicated and there was no one to indicate to. This showed that you had all round awareness of your surroundings. I still do not indicate if there is no one to indicate to and I believe this is a sign of good driving skills. I have no problem with lane assist providing I can turn it off permanently. This is just another sign of the nanny state to me. I believe lane assist will probably kill someone one day, although we are unlikely to hear that it was the cause of the accident.
I do agree with you about drivers failing to indicate though, but it is just another sign of the times and common place bad driving..
@@rogerwilson6367 My brother was also a police officer, and I do not recognise your descriptions of what was expected. I am aware that different forces have different requirements, but my question would be; would you fail your course if you hadn't seen a pedestrian or some other `potential unforeseen hazard?
Which is why I'm calling BS on your claim.
And yes, LKA can be turned off on every vehicle that I'm aware of, so again, your BS is being called out.
Isn't it curious that those who most object to "The nanny state" are often those who never had nannies? Yet one of the first things that super-rich people do... is employ nannies when they have sprogs? If nannies are such a terrible thing, then why do so many rich people employ them? So what is so bad about a nanny state?
There again, if you really had been a PC, you'd know that reporting of tech that results in accidents (or may have done so) is extremely rigorous, and failing to report such can be reason for dismissal, so again, I have every reason to suspect your veracity.
@@davidcolin6519 If you take the time to read what I said, ie 'Turn it off permanently'. I would therefore call BS on your ability to read and understand what is in front of you.
This tells me everything I need to know.
As for the rest of your comments, I believe you are bordering on Clinical Insanity.
@@rogerwilson6367 Yeah, that's more like it, a PC jumping to insane conclusions.
Maybe you are a cop after all.
There again, the BS about not indicating is still BS.
My guess is that ICE cars have better sound insulation because they are not trying to save weight so much.
Finally someone genuinely talking about cars with some substance in their content, don’t understand why supercar blondie is that famous, all she does is “look at this …” my 6 year old gal can do better reviews than her, more power to you, hope people appreciate a real car reviewer!!
Hey thank you for the kind words. Appreciate that. I’m partial to super car blonde, I think she’s fab. But my reviews are for people considering the cars. I guess hers are more to showcase them quickly :)
Who passed you in driving test?
Hi will u kindly add the Arabic translation to this video?
MG forgot some very standard items. No air vents in rear, no arm text in rear, no cup holders in rear, no interior light in rear, no 360 degree camera plus the cheap materials and seats are a let down
Plus no rear wiper and no passenger seat height adjuster
@@The-Salty-Bager yes lacking the most basic items. Luckily the aussie version will have rear wiper as mg realise that was a big mistake
@@wcrash9361the 2023 version has some serious upgrades. Including rear wiper. And 360 degree camera was already there (on the luxury version)
@@supermario9598 well apart from the wiper those. Other basic things are still missing
@@wcrash9361 it always had a 360 degree camera, just not on the poverty spec.
Jesus the sound is bad.
Left the 7 year warranty the end of the video
They aren’t allowed they are clip on trims!
You won’t get 325 miles 230 to 250 is much more realistic
Lamborghini inspired 😀😀😀
Audio not good
This is not the 2023 model
Ooooft nevermind that do you have Onlyfans? 😅
Your voice is very annoying especially with headphones, must have used mobile 🎤 I suppose
i don’t get your fashion choices but that’s irrelevant.
This YT video is out of date already.
⭐ 'promosm'