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14th Mar 2025Busting the Biggest Myths About Car Audio Amplifiers

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Amplifiers, Batteries, Bridge Tied Load, Class AB, Class D, Preamp Voltage, Radios, Subwoofers

Busting the Biggest Myths About Car Audio Amplifiers

Car audio amplifiers are one of the most misunderstood components of an upgraded sound system. Misconceptions about power ratings, gain settings, and efficiency can lead to poor system performance, unnecessary equipment damage, or wasted money. This article will clarify some of the most common myths surrounding car audio amplifiers so you can make informed decisions when Read more

7th Mar 2025Why Modern Vehicles Make Aftermarket Audio Installations Tricky

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Active Noise Cancellation, Amplifiers, ANC, CAN bus, Digital Signal Processors

Why Modern Vehicles Make Aftermarket Audio Installations Tricky

The landscape of car audio upgrades has changed dramatically over the years. As automakers integrate more advanced technology into their vehicles, upgrading the sound system has become increasingly complex. Features like active noise cancellation (ANC), complex DSP-equipped factory amplifiers, and controller area network (CAN) bus systems present unique challenges for Read more

28th Feb 2025Why Proper Grounding Is Crucial for Your Car Audio Amplifiers

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Alternators, Amplifiers, Balanced Inputs, Batteries, Differential Inputs, Ground, Grounding, Power Cables, Signal Processors, Speakers, Subwoofers

Why Proper Grounding Is Crucial for Your Car Audio Amplifiers

When upgrading their car audio system, most enthusiasts focus on selecting the right head units, signal processors, amplifiers, speakers, and subwoofers. While these selections are crucial to the new audio system's performance, how those products are integrated into the vehicle, configured and calibrated, is even more important. One critical factor that often gets overlooked is Read more

17th Feb 2025Are There Drawbacks to Digital Volume Adjustment?

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Axxess, Clarion, iDataLink, mObridge, Nav-TV, PAC, Radios, SPL, TOSLINK

Are There Drawbacks to Digital Volume Adjustment?

A few weeks ago, one of the major head unit manufacturers announced they would include a TOSLINK digital output on their new flagship source unit. Most of us know that digital signals are effectively impervious to noise and aren’t affected by cable losses. Pure digital signals sound better than analog counterparts when used with a high-quality digital signal Read more

14th Feb 2025How Car Audio Calibration Affects Sound Quality

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Amplifiers, Crossovers, Digital Signal Processors, DSP, Equalization, Speakers, Subwoofers, Time Alignment, Tweeters

How Car Audio Calibration Affects Sound Quality

Upgrading your car’s audio system is an exciting way to enhance your driving experience. However, achieving the best possible sound quality requires more than just installing high-quality speakers, amplifiers and subwoofers. The magic happens when your system is calibrated correctly using a digital signal processor to adjust signal delays and equalization. These elements work Read more

10th Feb 2025Why High-Res Audio Matters for Car Audio Enthusiasts

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Amplifiers, Digital Signal Processors, FLAC, Hi-Res Audio, Radios, WAV

Why High-Res Audio Matters for Car Audio Enthusiasts

Why High-Res Audio Matters for Car Audio Enthusiasts Car audio enthusiasts constantly seek ways to enhance their listening experience, and one of the most impactful upgrades involves improving the quality of the audio source itself. Thanks to advancements in lossless music streaming and high-quality digital formats, high-res audio is becoming more accessible. But does it Read more

7th Feb 2025Professional Installation: The Key to Reliable Remote Starters and Security Systems

Categories: ARTICLES, Remote Starter, Resource Library, Vehicle SecurityTags: Car Alarm, Installation, Remote Car Starter, Vehicle Security

Professional Installation: The Key to Reliable Remote Starters and Security Systems

Installing a remote starter or vehicle security system might seem straightforward, especially with the DIY kits available online. However, modern vehicles come with complex, computerized electrical systems, and one small mistake during installation can lead to significant issues. While enthusiasts may be tempted to handle the job themselves, improper installation can cause Read more

5th Feb 2025The Benefits and Drawbacks of Upgrading EV Audio Systems

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: 2017, 2024, Alpine, Amplifiers, Cybertruck, Digital Signal Processors, Electric Vehicles, EV, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, FMVSS, Focal, Lithium Batteries, Model 3, Model Y, Speakers, Tesla

The Benefits and Drawbacks of Upgrading EV Audio Systems

There’s no denying that electric vehicles are here to stay. Whether we like the way they drive, the sounds they don’t make, or their cost, their popularity is undeniable. Car audio companies like Focal and Alpine have stepped up to the plate with audio upgrade kits for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y in hopes of improving the performance of these sound systems. Let’s explore Read more

29th Jan 2025Discover the Benefits of a Digital Signal Processor for Car Audio

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Amplifiers, Crossovers, Digital Signal Processors, Equalizers, Signal Delay, Speakers, Subwoofers

Discover the Benefits of a Digital Signal Processor for Car Audio

Whether you’re an audiophile or a casual listener, the quality of your car audio system plays a significant role in your driving experience. From crystal-clear vocals to defined and accurate bass, high-quality audio can make your daily commute or road trip far more enjoyable. But achieving that perfect sound in a car isn’t always straightforward. That’s where a digital signal Read more

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