Showcasing the Best in the Mobile Enhancement Industry
Over the last few years, Rockford Fosgate has cemented itself as the leader in motorcycle and powersports audio upgrade solutions. In the winter of 2021, they launched their new M5 series of Element Ready amplifiers to take the durability of their upgrades to a new level. Based on the beloved Power Series T750X1bd amplifier, the M5-1000X1 is rated to dish out 750 watts of power Read more
In the past, we’ve looked at Class AB and Class D amplifier classes, the two most popular configurations in the mobile electronics industry. With that said, a few other classes deserve some explanation, as they can deliver improvements in amplifier efficiency without altering the sound quality. This article will review Class AB and Class D and then talk about G and H designs. Read more
Day after day, we see clients who have purchased extraordinarily large car audio amplifiers and expect them to make their full rated power using the stock electrical system in their car or motorcycle. This article will look at amplifier efficiency, how vehicle charging systems work, and why it takes power to make power. Let’s Talk About Car Audio Power Amp Efficiency Mobile Read more
If you’ve read some of the more technical articles here at BestCarAudio.com, then you’ll know that I hold the analysis and understanding of product specifications in high regard. Whether it’s something simple like a subwoofer mounting depth, the preamp voltage of a source unit or the power measurements of an amplifier, having access to accurate information is important. More Read more
As we continue our look at how car audio amplifiers work, let’s discuss how the classic Class AB amplifier output stage works and explain why it’s still the benchmark for high-end audio systems. How Does a Class AB Output Stage Work? We recently looked at the power supply, the input stage and how Class D output stages work to allow your car audio amplifier to reproduce music. Read more
