ok heres the deal....I wanted an exhaust that did not sound ricey and one that didn't make too much noise on long runs...but i did want something that made a nice hum all the way through....the apexi met all my expectations. Its has a low hum but sounds aggresive and when the car opens up you can hear it but its not annoying. As far as power I feel the car able to rev faster so I'm in love with it.