Mercedes Benz A Class W169 2004 subcompact supermini car

The Mercedes Benz A Class W169 captures the refined engineering and unique sandwich-floor architecture of the second-generation German hatchback. This sound library documents the distinct acoustic profile of Mercedes’ compact supermini, balancing smooth four-cylinder engine dynamics with tactile interior and exterior foley. Its sound is defined by a clean, balanced engine thrum, precise gear lever movements, solid door closures and a well-dampened cabin atmosphere characteristic of mid-2000s premium hatchbacks. It serves as an essential sonic resource for modern urban driving scenes, game audio physics or film sound design requiring an authentic European compact car.

Whether you need synchronized multi-perspective engine runs for dynamic pitch tracking or tactile surface resonance captured via contact microphones, the W169 delivers a rich and precise soundscape.

Refined four-cylinder signature: High-definition multi-perspective recordings capturing engine bay chatter, steady RPM holds at 2000, 3000 and 4000 RPM, rev sweeps and exhaust notes across varied speed profiles.

Synchronized multi-perspective mixing: Perfectly aligned engine bay, exhaust tailpipe, interior cabin and contact microphone perspectives allow for seamless multi-channel blending and smooth perspective changes.

Tactile contact microphone recordings: Includes dedicated contact mic channels during driving routines to capture internal mechanical vibrations, chassis stress and drivetrain movement for deep sound design layering.

Comprehensive mechanical and interior foley: Features extensive coverage of front and rear door latches, sunroof mechanisms, trunk lids, fuel cap turns, steering wheel buttons, power windows and tactile dashboard switchgear.

Technical specifications

Audio quality: 32-bit / 192 kHz (Lossless resolution for professional-grade audio manipulation)

Workflow: Fully UCS compliant (Universal Category System)

Microphones: Shure KSM 137, Line Audio Omni1, FEL Clippy XLR EM272, Sonorous Objects SO.3, JrF C-Series Pro+

Recorders: Sound Devices MixPre-6 II, Zoom F3

Content: 237 WAV files (Four-perspective driving loops, steady RPM holds, pass-by maneuvers, contact mic routines, sunroof operations and an exhaustive foley archive)