If you’ve been paying attention to the car audio industry over the last two years, you know Sony has been steadily rolling out its new flagship-level Mobile ES equipment. I’ve already been blessed with the outstanding performance from the XAV-9500ES digital media receiver and the impressive XS-W104ES 10-inch subwoofer. Now it’s time to … [Read More...]
Test Drive Reviews
Test Drive Review: Sony XM-4ES Four-Channel Amplifier
If it seems as though you’re seeing several Sony Mobile ES products crossing the BestCarAudio.com Test Drive Review bench, you aren’t mistaken. The Sony team is justifiably proud of what they have created, and we’re honored to get the chance to check out the fruits of their labor. We’ve reviewed their flagship source unit, subwoofers and … [Read More...]
Recent Articles
Stop Using Amplifier Power Ratings to Define Quality
I am continuously baffled by the number of car audio enthusiasts and so-called professionals who think car audio amp power ratings have anything to do with … [Read More]
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We get lots of great questions from our readers each month. Among the most popular is “How can I find a car audio installer near me?” As professionals in the … [Read More]
The Laws of Physics Are a Constant in Car Audio Systems
If there’s a statement that makes experts in the car audio industry wince, it’s someone saying, “Every vehicle is different and needs a unique design.” Sure, … [Read More]
Cool Builds and Jobs That Aren’t Car Audio Projects
There’s no getting around the fact that things change over time. When it comes to car audio retailers, many have maintained their focus on stereo systems, … [Read More]
Options for Your Next Car Audio Under Seat Subwoofer
One of the best upgrades you can make to your truck’s stereo system is adding something like an under seat subwoofer. While most of us think of the traditional … [Read More]
Wait a Minute! That’s Not What Goes in a Car Audio Fuse Holder!
If you spend time on social media, you’ve likely seen examples of incorrect devices being used in home and car audio fuse holders. Photos of a .22 round in a … [Read More]
Product Spotlights
Product Spotlight: RDV Automotive Technology Streamer
Have you ever been waiting to pick someone up from work or school and wished you could watch a video on the screen in the dash of your car or truck? … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: ARC Audio CX69
Picking an efficient speaker system that sounds good and can handle lots of power is no easy feat. The mobile audio experts at ARC Audio in Modesto, … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Sony XM-5ES Five-Channel Power Amplifier
Five-channel car audio amplifiers like the Sony XM-5ES are a great way to upgrade your car stereo system to deliver great sound. Sony has created an … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-9500ES Mobile ES AV Receiver
Those seeking the ultimate performance from a car audio system know that the result will only be as good as what you start with. Decades ago, many … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Sony XS-W104ES Mobile ES Car Audio Subwoofer
When Sony relaunched the Mobile ES Series line of premium car audio products in 2021, the first subwoofer they announced was the XS-W104ES. This … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Sony XS-163ES 3-Way Component Set
When it comes to speakers for the front of your car or truck, the flagship Sony XS-163ES three-way component set from the Mobile ES Series is an … [Read More...]
