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25th Sep 2024Car Audio Masterclass 101.9 – Time and Frequency Domain Measurement

Categories: ARTICLES, Car AudioTags: Amplifiers, Audio Analyzers, AudioControl, Car Audio Masterclass 101, Frequencies, Oscilloscopes, Spectrograms, Voltage, Waveforms

Car Audio Masterclass 101.9 – Time and Frequency Domain Measurement

Our Car Audio Masterclass series offers a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts of car audio systems, covering everything from basic terminology to advanced measurement techniques. To learn more, check out the other articles in the series: Car Audio Masterclass 101.1 – Audio Basics: Learn key audio terms and concepts. Car Audio Masterclass 101.2 – Read more

20th Sep 2024Morel HiFi Unveils the All-New Sensus Component Systems

Categories: Press ReleasesTags: Morel, Speakers

Morel HiFi Unveils the All-New Sensus Component Systems

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

14th Sep 20242024 Ford Ranger Raptor: The Little Off-Road Pickup Isn’t So Little!

Categories: Vehicle Insights, Backup SafetyTags: 2024, Amplifiers, Ford, Fox Shocks, Ranger, Raptor, Subwoofers

2024 Ford Ranger Raptor: The Little Off-Road Pickup Isn’t So Little!

When people think Ranger, they usually envision a small two-door utilitarian pickup truck used by auto parts stores to deliver goods to mechanics around town. The latest generation Ranger has matured and takes its cues from the larger F-150. So, when the latest Ranger Raptor with the SuperCrew cab arrived, I was surprised by its relative size compared to the F-150. The Ranger Read more

11th Sep 2024How Audio Signals Sum Around Crossover Points

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Bessel, Butterworth, Chebyshev, Crossovers, Digital Signal Processors, Linkwitz-Riley, Speakers, Tweeters

How Audio Signals Sum Around Crossover Points

Crossovers are an essential part of designing any audio system. From the passive designs used with a bookshelf or floor-standing speaker to three- and four-way electronic designs employed in car audio systems, ensuring signals combine correctly is crucial for delivering great sound. Crossovers can have different frequencies, slopes, and alignments. Understanding how audio Read more

9th Sep 2024Test Drive Review: Sony XAV-AX8500

Categories: TEST DRIVE PRODUCT REVIEWS, Backup Safety, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Driver Safety, Satellite Radio, Smartphone IntegrationTags: HD Screens, HDMI, iDatalink Maestro, PAC, QuantAsylum, SiriusXM, Sony, USB

Test Drive Review: Sony XAV-AX8500

As time goes on, everything seems to get bigger and better, doesn't it? Back in the '80s, I remember thinking that having a car with 15-inch wheels was pretty cool. Now, trucks and SUVs roll off the lot every day with 21- and 22-inch wheels. Having a 25-inch console TV in your living room used to be cool. Now, we’ve got screens over 100 inches available from discount stores. Read more

2nd Sep 2024Question of the Month: Do Radios with One Subwoofer Output Need a Y-Cable?

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Amplifiers, Mobile ES, Monoblock Amplifiers, Radios, RCA Interconnect Cables, RCA Preamp Inputs, Sony, Subwoofers

Question of the Month: Do Radios with One Subwoofer Output Need a Y-Cable?

For September's BestCarAudio.com Question of the Month, we will look at car radios with a single subwoofer preamp output jack. There seems to be some confusion regarding the perception of quality associated with this design. Further, there are questions about whether or not your installer will need a Y-cable to connect to your subwoofer amplifier. Let’s dive in! What is a Read more

28th Aug 2024Car Audio Masterclass 101.7 – The Decibel

Categories: ARTICLES, Car AudioTags: Amplifiers, Car Audio Masterclass 101, Decibels, RMS, Speakers, Voltage, Watts

Car Audio Masterclass 101.7 – The Decibel

Our Car Audio Masterclass series offers a comprehensive introduction to the essential concepts of car audio systems, covering everything from basic terminology to advanced measurement techniques. To learn more, check out the other articles in the series: Car Audio Masterclass 101.1 – Audio Basics: Learn key audio terms and concepts. Car Audio Masterclass 101.2 – Read more

15th Aug 2024Project: Broken Silence – Part 1: The Introduction

Categories: INDUSTRY PROFILES, Car Audio, Installation ProfilesTags: 2024, Amplifiers, Broken Silence Custom Car Audio, Charlotte, Connecticut, Dark Horse, Elantra, Ford, Formula Drift, GoFast Solutions, Greenwich, Hyundai, LED Lighting, Mobile ES, Mustang, NASCAR, North Carolina, Radios, Ryan Preece, SEMA, Sony, Speakers, Stewart-Haas, Subwoofers, Whipple

Project: Broken Silence – Part 1: The Introduction

Have you ever wondered how car audio demo vehicles come together? Sony Car Audio just started their latest demo vehicle project—a 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. The car will be displayed at the 2024 SEMA show in Las Vegas and at retailer and distributor events in the Northeast. Sony has partnered with Broken Silence Custom Car Audio in Greenwich, CT, to build the audio system. Read more

12th Aug 2024A Detailed Look at Professional Amplifier Power Measurements

Categories: ARTICLES, Car AudioTags: Amplifiers, ANSI/CTA-2006-D, Audio Precision, D'Amore Engineering, Digital Multimeter, QuantAsylum, Society of Automotive Engineers, Speakers

A Detailed Look at Professional Amplifier Power Measurements

Recently, we were sent a link to a YouTube video in which someone was trying to make power measurements of a factory-installed amplifier on a motorcycle. We see videos like this all the time. Unfortunately, the numbers presented in these videos are not just inaccurate but often completely illogical. Let’s talk about how we make power measurements and what information some of Read more

5th Aug 2024Bass Reflex Enclosure Vent Designs for Optimal Performance

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Acoustic Suspension Enclosures, Bass Reflex Enclosures, Enclosures, Kicker, ports, Rockford Fosgate, Subwoofers, vents

Bass Reflex Enclosure Vent Designs for Optimal Performance

Bass reflex speaker enclosures are extremely popular options for car audio subwoofer systems. These enclosures dramatically increase low-frequency output compared to acoustic suspension enclosures without the need for more power from an amplifier. They also reduce the subwoofer's excursion requirements at low frequencies. There are some essential vent design criteria to Read more

3rd Aug 2024The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser: A Perfect Blend of Classic and Modern

Categories: Vehicle Insights, Backup Safety, Car Audio, Driver SafetyTags: 2024, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bronco, Ford, Hybrid, Hyundai, Land Cruiser, Mercedes-Benz, Off-Road Vehicles, Santa Fe, Toyota

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser: A Perfect Blend of Classic and Modern

Toyota said it best to the media at the introduction of the 2024 Land Cruiser: "Legends never die. Toyota’s off-road icon and longest-running nameplate is making a triumphant comeback to North America for the 2024 model year, returning to its rugged origin. Since its introduction in the U.S. market in 1958, the Land Cruiser evolved over the years from the legendary two-door Read more

2nd Aug 2024Question of the Month: Why Do Car Audio Wire Connections Melt?

Categories: ARTICLES, Car AudioTags: Amplifiers, Circuit Breakers, Fuses, Speakers, Subwoofers, Wiring

Question of the Month: Why Do Car Audio Wire Connections Melt?

If you've spent more than a few days on any car audio-related social media platform, you've likely seen someone inquire about a melted wire connection. It’s a common issue that many enthusiasts face, and it's understandable that not everyone might be well-versed in Ohm’s law from their grade 9 science class. Despite this, the questions and photos keep coming. Let’s explore some Read more

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