weird sound

[keingkpwz]

my a3 1.6 fsi 6 speed is making this sound when cold, any ideas?

[cliffcoggin]

Sorry Thodoris, but even at maximum volume the sound is quiet and I hear nothing unusual.

[keingkpwz]

now? listen when i release gas

[cliffcoggin]

Yes I can hear it now and it sounds horrible, though I can not positively identify the noise. Possibilities to examine are: loose timing chain (if you have one), broken exhaust mounting, worn bearing in alternator or water pump or power steering pump, worn turbo (if you have one).

[geoffrey]

listened to both recordings   to me it has the makings of a bearing lubrication failure somewhere.

two man job to pinpoint the source .