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For more than 20 years, car audio enthusiasts have been asking their peers for advice on the internet. These discussions and debates started on forums like Carsound.com and Termpro.com then moved to social media platforms like Facebook and Reddit. As more and more people joined in these discussions, the clarity, focus and information accuracy has suffered. Now, a simple Read more
Many car audio customers ask if it’s necessary to choose a specific size or type of speaker to play certain kinds of music. Do paper-cone midrange drivers handle classical music better? Do 15-inch subwoofers reproduce kick drums with more accuracy? Let’s take a look at how sound works and explain the benefits and drawbacks of different speaker sizes and designs. Frequency Read more
Before we dive into a discussion of the potential benefits and drawbacks of purchasing a dealer-installed remote car starter, let’s make it clear that, as they say, your mileage may vary. What we mean is that no two installers will install a car starter the same way, and your car dealer might offer high-quality products and employ an expertly trained technician with years of Read more
Not long ago, I took part in a discussion on Facebook where the original poster asked if it was more important to choose high-quality car audio speakers and amplifiers or mid-quality speakers and an amplifier that would allow for some tuning using its integrated DSP. Having developed speakers, amplifiers, amplifiers and stand-alone signal processors, I was intrigued by the Read more
For longtime readers of BestCarAudio.com, you know by now that our entire team focuses heavily on ensuring that consumers get the best products and the right service so that they’re happy with their car audio upgrades. Unlike purchases of regular consumer goods like a toaster or a set of headphones, car audio upgrades require proper installation to make sure they perform as Read more
Leaving your vehicle unattended and running is an open invitation for thieves to steal your car or truck. In Northern states and Canada, these crimes are often called warm-up thefts, and their frequency peaks as cold weather arrives. The reality is, whether you’re letting your air conditioning run on a hot summer day in Texas or Arizona or have the heater and rear window Read more
When it comes time to upgrade your car stereo, letting a professional work on your vehicle eliminates the need to worry about buying the right installation accessories. Whether you’re having the radio upgraded and need a data interface, antenna adapter and mounting kit or you’re having an amplifier installed and are worrying about the right length of interconnect, letting the Read more
A few weeks ago, I was talking to the owner of a car stereo store near Jackson, Mississippi, about the process he uses to make sure that his clients are provided with the right solution. He noted that often what they ask for when they come in isn’t the most financially beneficial course of action for improving their audio system. This conversation got me thinking about the Read more
One thing that dramatically differs between car stereo and most other audio system component purchases is the need for the products to be installed and configured properly in order for them to function. If you buy a new set of home speakers, you may want to adjust their proximity to the wall or toe them in a bit for the best sound, but other than connecting them to your Read more
