Looking to upgrade the exhaust system. Not chasing performance, rather sound.

Though I would like it louder, I do not want to deviate too far from the sound pitch that is produced from factory. Merely an increase in dB's but not obnoxiously loud.

Which route would be best given what I am hoping to achieve?
*replacing cats or
*replacing the muffler / rear section
*QS, BR, Tubi or Larini?

Is there a system which allows for a bypass valve with different modes?

Note: Fuse 22 has been removed

Any feedback would be most appreciated

 

I went with the 100 cell cats and have been very happy with my decision. The fuse is removed and I have the Aston sound raised up a notch. It's my understanding from reading data on exhaust options that the cats will give a power increase over the rear muffler replacement that was important to me. Of course the muffler replacement is good for additional weight loss as well as sound. I have found Velocity AP to be very helpful and provide excellent advice on this topic.

Have fun! I have never heard a poor sounding Aston

 

Hi

I started with the QS SuperSport Rear Section at first, it improved the sound volume, sounded more like a muscle car.

With the QS rear section installed, the valve is always open..therefore there's no use for the Fuse 22.

Few years later..I added the Race Catalyst 200 Cell also from QS, this time the sound volume increased by a mile, sounded more aggressive, occasional pops (not as noticeable and as much as I wish it could)

I think you might like the QS SuperSport or SuperSport Plus rear section.
Adding the Race Catalyst will make it obnoxiously loud =)


Now..anyone know how to get more pops and crackles?



2010 V8 4.7 Vantage Roadster

 

Do you happen to have a video? I realise it doesn't capture the sound - but there aren't many people around here in Sydney that have an Aston, let alone one with exhaust mods

 

The pops and crackles are always welcome. My daily is an A45 which crackles a fair bit in sport mode for a 2L engine.
What are the QS rear sections going for now?

 

I purchase my rearbox from the dealership through QS.
However I know VividRacing has some deals from time to time. (now listed at 2800 USD)

 

I was in the same boat as you last year and ended up going with the Velocity AP Super Sport Exhaust and 100 cell cats. Not only did the sound improve by leaps and bounds, the performance picked up considerably. I wasn't after performance initially, but the car became so much more fun to drive.

Here's a before and after video for you:
https://youtu.be/0R6dYYHtyNk

 

Wow that is nice

 

Thanks for the video! Sounds great.
Do you know any method to achieve more pops and crackles?

Thanks

 

Here is my 2013 V8 Vantage with QS titan super sport & secondary cat delete pipes from QS.

 

Nice. More vids of drive by and rev??

 

Thanks! I added a tune to it about a month ago and it made the sound even more aggressive, on top of adding power and a smoother feel. In terms of pops and crackles, not sure, though I do get more pronounced blips when shifting which is really nice.

 

Happy to help if we can - maybe drop me an email and we can discuss your tastes & preferences a little more?

 

Sorry I do not

 

Definitely reach out to Stuart - He really helped me sort through all the options on exhausts/cats/tunes/etc based on what I was looking for.