Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
While participating in some brand-specific online discussion groups, we often encounter the question: "Is it better to use two good subs or one great one?" Are two 12-inch KICKER L7S subs better than a SoloX? Should you opt for two Hertz Cento CS 250 S4s instead of a Mille ML 2500.3 Legend? What about choosing a pair of Rockford Fosgate P3 twelves over a single T1? There are Read more
When defining realism in a car audio system, frequency response is one of the most crucial aspects. We want the midbass, midrange, and high-frequency information to be reproduced at similar levels. When done correctly, voices and instruments sound like they did in the mastering room at the recording studio, and not like a clock radio or smartphone. A key factor in delivering Read more
Every fall, car stereo and automotive accessory shops install thousands of lighting upgrades. These days, the most common upgrade is a set of LED headlight bulbs that fit into the stock light locations. Though it may seem simple, the resulting beam pattern can suffer if the selected bulbs aren't specifically designed for the lens or projector application. Let’s take a close Read more
Knowing that it takes power to make power isn’t rocket science. When feeding high-power car audio amplifiers, skimping on wiring invites problems. If starved for voltage, your amplifiers will run hotter and clip earlier. Rockford Fosgate offers a unique solution to ensure your amp gets the current and voltage it needs. Let’s dive into the Rockford Fosgate RFK1D Dual Amplifier Read more
[SEATTLE, WA, September 30, 2024] Firstech, maker of automotive security solutions, is thrilled to announce a special promotion across North America for its Drone XC-LTE Dash Cam Systems. Drone XC, which won “Best New Product” at SEMA Las Vegas, is an LTE dash camera that integrates with popular remote start and security systems like Compustar. Throughout the month of Read more
When 99% of car audio enthusiasts think about a digital signal processor (DSP), they associate it with equalizers, crossovers, and signal delays. In more advanced solutions, a consumer-grade car audio DSP might add the ability to include all-pass filters, an upmixer for a center channel and signal summing. However, at an engineering level, much more is available. Let’s look at Read more
When North American consumers seek high-quality dash cam solutions, Thinkware often tops their list. The brand has emerged as a global leader in the dash cam industry, thanks to its commitment to creating innovative, high-performing, and reliable vehicle monitoring and security products. Thinkware History Founded in 1997, Thinkware initially focused on portable and in-vehicle Read more
Ness Ziona, Israel – September 16, 2024 – Morel HiFi, a leading brand in high-performance home and car audio solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its newest car audio component systems—the Sensus series. Consisting of 2-way and 3-way configurations, these state-of-the-art systems are the latest addition to Morel’s Performance lineup, offering an unmatched listening Read more
Unfortunately, concern over car and truck theft continues to increase. Thieves seem to work tirelessly to conjure up methods of bypassing factory-installed security systems. Our experience has shown that while a GPS-based tracking system might not prevent vehicle theft, it is your only hope of recovering your vehicle. Let’s look at geofence and location-based alerts to Read more
