It might not be a stretch to say that thousands of 6.5-inch aftermarket car audio speaker options are available. There are hundreds of brands worldwide, and many of them have almost a dozen solutions for this ultra-popular size. That said, finding a set that sounds great and can play loudly isn’t easy. Our fanatical friends at Rockford … [Read More...]
Test Drive Reviews
Test Drive Review: Sony XS-162GS & XS-160GS
There’s no doubt that auditioning high-end speakers, amplifiers and source units is one of the best parts of my job. That said, most of the business conducted by mobile electronics retailers is done at the opposite end of the price spectrum. Affordable audio upgrades or replacement products are the bread and butter that keeps the doors … [Read More...]
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Product Spotlights
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Floating-face car radios are popular because of their flexible installation options and relatively massive displays. The Sony team has been hard at … [Read More...]
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Although talking about a trunk full of high-performance subwoofers powered by big amplifiers is fun, Sony knows that many people want a more … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate RFPEQU EQ and Line Driver
When it comes to the most stereotypical car audio upgrades, most enthusiasts think of subwoofer systems. Whether you have a small sub in the trunk or … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate T3S1-19 and T3S2-19 Superwoofers
When most people think of Rockford Fosgate, they remember that this brand has been delivering car audio products that enthusiasts have craved for over … [Read More...]
Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate P3D2-10 and P3D4-10 Subwoofers
I can’t think of many name-brand car audio manufacturers offering more subwoofers than Rockford Fosgate. They have everything from affordable … [Read More...]