Step 1
Download a Boombox-ready WAV
Pick any sound below — every download arrives as LockChime.wav in 44.1kHz 16-bit PCM, the exact format Tesla expects.
Boombox lock-sound library
Tesla Boombox Sounds: Free Custom Downloads for Lock, Horn & Presets
Tesla Boombox is the in-car feature that plays your chosen sound when the car locks, unlocks, or rolls forward. On firmware 2024.20+ you can replace the default chime with any LockChime.wav file from a USB drive — and every download below is already in the right format.
Most-downloaded Boombox sounds
Top 12 Tesla Boombox lock sounds
Hand-picked from the full library by total downloads. Tap any card to preview, then download as a Tesla-ready LockChime.wav.
Horn replacements
Boombox horn sounds
Boombox isn’t just for lock chimes — these horn-style clips work as Boombox replacements for the stock novelty horns and pedestrian-warning sounds. Same install path, same WAV format.
Horn sounds coming soon.
Tesla Boombox preset sounds list
Built-in Boombox presets vs custom swaps
Tesla ships eight stock Boombox presets — most owners get bored of them in a week. Here’s a one-to-one map of every built-in slot and a fitting custom swap.
| Built-in preset | Swap for… |
|---|---|
| Default electronic chime | Tron Legacy digital lock |
| La Cucaracha (built-in) | La Cucaracha (Tesla-tuned WAV) |
| Cybertruck whistle | Cybertruck Tron digital hum |
| Goat / sheep meme | Steven He "Fahhh" exhale |
| Duck / quack horn | Duck Hunt dog laugh |
| Applause / clap | NBA on NBC arena horn |
| Boombox menu beep | Apple Pay cha-ching |
| Generic alarm | Iron Man Jarvis defense protocol |
Volume control
How to adjust Tesla Boombox lock-sound volume
The Boombox lock-sound volume is independent from media volume. Three taps and a slider — that’s it.
- Step 1
Open Vehicle settings
On your Tesla touchscreen, tap the car icon (bottom left), then tap Vehicle in the side menu.
- Step 2
Find the Locks panel
Scroll to Locks. The Boombox lock-sound volume lives here next to the Walk-Away Lock and Speed-Based Lock toggles.
- Step 3
Drag the Boombox volume slider
The Boombox lock sound has its own slider, separate from media volume. Drag left to soften, right to make it louder. Lock the car to hear the new level.
Install in 60 seconds
Install a Boombox lock sound in four quick steps
Step 2
Drop it into a Boombox folder
On a FAT32 or exFAT USB drive, create a folder named Boombox and place LockChime.wav inside it. Full path: Boombox/LockChime.wav.
Step 3
Plug into the front USB-C port
Insert the drive into your Tesla’s front USB-C port. Wait two to three seconds so the car indexes the drive.
Step 4
Switch the source to USB
Open Toybox → Boombox → Lock Sound and change from Default to USB. Lock the car to test.
Need screenshots and the in-car path? Open the full installation guide.
FAQ
Tesla Boombox sound questions
Are Tesla Boombox sounds free to download?
Yes. Every Boombox lock sound on TeslaLockSound is free — no account, no email gate, no paywall. Each file downloads as LockChime.wav, ready to drop onto a USB drive.
What firmware do I need for Boombox custom lock sounds?
You need Tesla software 2024.20.x or newer for the latest Boombox lock-sound USB workflow. Earlier versions back to 2023.44.25 also support custom lock sounds via the same Boombox folder path.
What file format does the Tesla Boombox use?
Tesla Boombox reads a single file named LockChime.wav from a Boombox folder on a FAT32 or exFAT USB drive. The file must be 44.1kHz, 16-bit PCM WAV, between 1 and 5 seconds long.
How do I adjust the Boombox lock sound volume?
Open Vehicle → Locks on the touchscreen and drag the Boombox lock-sound volume slider. The Boombox slider is independent from the media volume — set it once and it sticks across drives.
Does a custom Boombox lock sound replace the built-in presets?
No — your custom LockChime.wav only plays when the lock sound source is set to USB. Switching back to Default in Toybox → Boombox → Lock Sound restores Tesla’s built-in preset list.
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