Berk CBE vs. Invidia CBE

Big 2 B.O.B. · 11-13-2011, 08:31 PM

Hey all,
I'm in the market for a new CBE set up and not too sure on which to go with. I've watched countless vids and read alot of decent feedback on both, Berk and Invidia. Just wondering what most would go with. You're input is definitely appreciated.

Big 2 B.O.B. · 11-13-2011, 08:33 PM

I forgot, to spice things up a bit, I have a Berk HFC set up already....

Mandingo · 11-14-2011, 05:08 PM

BERK!

Actually, you really can't go wrong with either. It all comes down to the sound you like.

As you've probably guessed, the videos can only give a rough impression of how an exhaust sounds. Optimally, you'd need to hear them in person from other enthusiasts in your area.

Red__Zed · 11-14-2011, 05:12 PM

They are basically the same exhaust. Invidia has more consistent fitment and is about $200 cheaper, whereas the berk is mostly handmade. The invidia has adjustable tips, the berk had a redesign with them, so some have adjustable tips and others do not....

toplessdottie · 11-16-2011, 07:33 PM

I have the invidia Q300 with stock cats. I have heard that with HFCs the Invidia, even the newest model, can be a little too raspy.

063e5e55.mp4 video by cbaldw6 - Photobucket

batman_4 · 11-16-2011, 07:36 PM

I have an invidia...pretty happy overall with the purchase. ONLY thing that bothers me is that the tips don't stick out evenly....i've tried many times re-adjusting them but they just don't line up.

anthonyy · 11-16-2011, 08:23 PM

^ that would OCD me over the edge

KUSH · 11-16-2011, 10:43 PM

I have a invidia gemini. Quality, fitment, and installation were all great. If your looking for a loud exhaust then its probably not for you. but if you looking for something louder and more aggressive than stock that have competitive gains at a REALLY cheap price,, i would recommend the invidia. ooh looks good too,, I get compliments on my burnt tips all the time ;D

batman_4 · 11-16-2011, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anthonyy

^ that would OCD me over the edge

, already planning a quick fix.

Will@Logic · 11-21-2011, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big B.O.B.

Hey all,
I'm in the market for a new CBE set up and not too sure on which to go with. I've watched countless vids and read alot of decent feedback on both, Berk and Invidia. Just wondering what most would go with. You're input is definitely appreciated.

I believe Berk will sound cleaner than Invidia. I'd personally pick Berk.

roy'sz · 11-22-2011, 04:20 AM

im savin up for berk pipes! What is the hp gain just off of cbe and hfc's? If you threw in cai also what is the total gains???

hdskull · 11-22-2011, 06:16 AM

Berk sounds awesome! More gains as well!

You should also check out fast intentions! I didn't like the stock look so I went with fast intentions, and I was very happy! If you like the stock look of the Berk, then go for it, it sounds awesome!

Red__Zed · 11-22-2011, 07:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Will@Logic

I believe Berk will sound cleaner than Invidia. I'd personally pick Berk.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hdskull

Berk sounds awesome! More gains as well!

You should also check out fast intentions! I didn't like the stock look so I went with fast intentions, and I was very happy! If you like the stock look of the Berk, then go for it, it sounds awesome!

I'd honestly be impressed if you could pick out the tone difference between them, especially since the new Berk is even more like the Invidia

Big 2 B.O.B. · 11-26-2011, 11:22 PM

Thanks for the input guys.... Ive been leaning towards Berk because Ive heard them in person and loved the way it sounded. Now I have to find someone in the area with an Invidia Gemini...
Anyone in the Tampa/ Lakeland, FL area?

gaveup · 12-23-2011, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KUSH

I have a invidia gemini. Quality, fitment, and installation were all great. If your looking for a loud exhaust then its probably not for you. but if you looking for something louder and more aggressive than stock that have competitive gains at a REALLY cheap price,, i would recommend the invidia. ooh looks good too,, I get compliments on my burnt tips all the time ;D

I'm not exactly sure what you're talking about here. My car with test pipes and invidia gemini is hands down the loudest Z I have ever heard. I have heard a few others and they are no where near as loud as mine (not that i think this is a good thing). I've been to some Z meets and everyone always asks wtf I have done as the car is loud as hell. It's much louder than my old wrx with 3inch DP, and 3inch full exhaust.

Maybe I have some freak invidia? I should try to make a video to compare, but really. The invidia is quite loud on my car....

11-13-2011, 08:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
Big 2 B.O.B. Base Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 19 Drives: 09-MB-FairladyZ-6MT Rep Power: 14	Berk CBE vs. Invidia CBE Hey all, I'm in the market for a new CBE set up and not too sure on which to go with. I've watched countless vids and read alot of decent feedback on both, Berk and Invidia. Just wondering what most would go with. You're input is definitely appreciated.

11-14-2011, 05:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
Mandingo Track Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 625 Drives: '10 370z 6spd Rep Power: 3371	BERK! Actually, you really can't go wrong with either. It all comes down to the sound you like. As you've probably guessed, the videos can only give a rough impression of how an exhaust sounds. Optimally, you'd need to hear them in person from other enthusiasts in your area. __________________ some mods

11-16-2011, 07:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
toplessdottie Base Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 143 Drives: An Evil Monkey Rep Power: 14	I have the invidia Q300 with stock cats. I have heard that with HFCs the Invidia, even the newest model, can be a little too raspy. 063e5e55.mp4 video by cbaldw6 - Photobucket __________________ Chris '70 Datsun 2000 Roadster '09 370z- Invidia, Stillen G3, ZEnclosure

11-16-2011, 07:36 PM	#6 (permalink)
batman_4 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: McAllen Tx. Posts: 1,038 Drives: '09 PW 370Z Rep Power: 368	I have an invidia...pretty happy overall with the purchase. ONLY thing that bothers me is that the tips don't stick out evenly....i've tried many times re-adjusting them but they just don't line up. __________________ '09 6spd. Touring: Eibach / SPC / Motordyne / Berk / Z1 / Oneighty / Mines / SSR / Stillen / CFE

11-22-2011, 06:16 AM	#12 (permalink)
hdskull Track Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 680 Drives: '10 Black 370Z 6MT Rep Power: 17	Berk sounds awesome! More gains as well! You should also check out fast intentions! I didn't like the stock look so I went with fast intentions, and I was very happy! If you like the stock look of the Berk, then go for it, it sounds awesome! __________________ ^ Kenwood DDX616 \| Polk DB6501 \| Llumar 23% tint \| STi-R Clear Lens SSR Type-F \| F.I. 18" CF \| Stillen Gen 3 \| KW V3

11-13-2011, 08:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
Big 2 B.O.B. Base Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 19 Drives: 09-MB-FairladyZ-6MT Rep Power: 14	I forgot, to spice things up a bit, I have a Berk HFC set up already....

11-14-2011, 05:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	They are basically the same exhaust. Invidia has more consistent fitment and is about $200 cheaper, whereas the berk is mostly handmade. The invidia has adjustable tips, the berk had a redesign with them, so some have adjustable tips and others do not....

11-16-2011, 08:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
anthonyy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 1,027 Drives: Lexus CT Rep Power: 16	^ that would OCD me over the edge

11-16-2011, 10:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
KUSH Base Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Norcal Posts: 58 Drives: 2011 370z PW 7at Rep Power: 14	I have a invidia gemini. Quality, fitment, and installation were all great. If your looking for a loud exhaust then its probably not for you. but if you looking for something louder and more aggressive than stock that have competitive gains at a REALLY cheap price,, i would recommend the invidia. ooh looks good too,, I get compliments on my burnt tips all the time ;D

11-22-2011, 04:20 AM	#11 (permalink)
roy'sz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: palmdale, ca Posts: 1,299 Drives: 2010 nissan 370z Rep Power: 16	im savin up for berk pipes! What is the hp gain just off of cbe and hfc's? If you threw in cai also what is the total gains???

11-26-2011, 11:22 PM	#14 (permalink)
Big 2 B.O.B. Base Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 19 Drives: 09-MB-FairladyZ-6MT Rep Power: 14	Thanks for the input guys.... Ive been leaning towards Berk because Ive heard them in person and loved the way it sounded. Now I have to find someone in the area with an Invidia Gemini... Anyone in the Tampa/ Lakeland, FL area?

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