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30th Jun 2025Product Spotlight: KICKER LX1200.5

Categories: PRODUCTS, Car AudioTags: Amplifiers, Crossovers, Digital Signal Processors, Kicker, Radios, Speakers, Subwoofers

Product Spotlight: KICKER LX1200.5

If you’ve been paying attention, then you’ll know that DSP-equipped car audio amplifiers are pretty common these days. KICKER introduced a new series of amplifiers called LX. These beasts are not only packed with serious power production capabilities, but they include digital signal processing and a unique configuration solution that separates them from everything else on the Read more

20th Jun 2025Expert Tips for Upgrading Your Boat’s Stereo System

Categories: ARTICLES, Bluetooth, Marine Audio, Resource LibraryTags: Amplifiers, Bluetooth, JL Audio, NMEA 2000, Radios, Rockford Fosgate, Salt, Speakers, UV Exposure, Wet Sounds

Expert Tips for Upgrading Your Boat’s Stereo System

There’s nothing quite like spending a sunny day out on the water, and having the right soundtrack only enhances the experience. Whether you’re hosting a dockside gathering or enjoying a peaceful solo cruise, upgrading your boat’s stereo system can take your time on the water to another level. But unlike in a car, audio equipment on a boat faces a much tougher environment. That Read more

16th Jun 2025Product Spotlight: Hertz Capri H100

Categories: PRODUCTS, Marine AudioTags: AAC, Android, ANSI/CTA-2006, aptX HD, FLAC, LDAC, MP3, NMEA 2000, Radios, RDBS, RDS, TOSLINK, WAV, WMA

Product Spotlight: Hertz Capri H100

Though there are dozens, if not hundreds, of marine source unit options on the market, very few are designed with audio performance as their primary consideration. To this end, the Hertz Capri H100 features support for modern high-resolution audio file playback and premium Bluetooth streaming connectivity. Combined with a large color display, this is the marine source to Read more

9th Jun 2025Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate PMX-5CAN

Categories: PRODUCTS, Marine AudioTags: Bluetooth, Boat, Marine Radios, Radios, Rockford Fosgate, SiriusXM, Waterproof

Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate PMX-5CAN

Compared to just over a decade ago, there are dozens of options for marine source units on the market. Few are truly high-end units with state-of-the-art audio performance and compatibility with chartplotters and multi-function displays. Unsurprisingly, Rockford Fosgate offers several class-leading solutions. Their PMX-5CAN multi-zone digital media receiver is the focus of this Read more

28th Apr 2025Test Drive Review: Rockford Fosgate M1-65

Categories: TEST DRIVE PRODUCT REVIEWS, Marine AudioTags: ANSI/CTA-2031, LED Lighting, Radios, RGB, Speakers, Subwoofers, Thiele/Small Parameters

Test Drive Review: Rockford Fosgate M1-65

Go back a few decades, and only a handful of car audio companies made speakers designed specifically for marine applications. Now, almost every company offers coaxial or component speakers and subwoofers engineered for boats and personal watercraft. Rockford Fosgate is at the forefront of this market, with a comprehensive line of speakers, subwoofers, amplifiers, and source Read more

4th Apr 2025Factory vs. Aftermarket Car Audio: What You Need to Know

Categories: ARTICLES, Bluetooth, Car Audio, Resource Library, Smartphone IntegrationTags: Amplifiers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Backup Cameras, Digital Signal Processors, Radios, Speakers, Steering Wheel Controls, Subwoofers

Factory vs. Aftermarket Car Audio: What You Need to Know

When you’re behind the wheel, your car’s audio system is a key part of the experience. Whether you’re listening to your favorite playlist, catching up on a podcast, or enjoying an audiobook, the quality of your sound system can make all the difference. While factory audio systems have improved over the years, they still leave a lot to be desired in terms of sound quality, Read more

31st Mar 2025Phase Shift: 2025 Mastertech EXPO

Categories: ARTICLES, Car AudioTags: 1953, 3D Scanning, Amplifiers, ARC Audio, Arizona, Audison, ave Kindig, Chevrolet Volt, Clean Wire Challenge, Corvair, Corvette, Elettromedia, Ford Flex, Garmin, Hertz, Infinity, JBL, JL Audio, Kenwood, Kicker, Kindig It Design, MasterTech Expo, Mesa, Mobile Solutions, Modus, Motor Trend TV, MTI Acoustics, Orca Design, Radios, Rockford Fosgate, Sony, Speakers, Subwoofers, Toyota, Twelvair

Phase Shift: 2025 Mastertech EXPO

If you’re a long-time reader of the car audio content on BestCarAudio.com, you know our goal is to provide informative and educational articles targeted at consumers and enthusiasts. Every now and then, we deviate from that goal to offer a behind-the-scenes look at something that strays from the usual recipe. This Phase Shift article covers the 2025 Mastertech EXPO in Mesa, Read more

28th Mar 2025Maximizing Safety: Why Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Are Game Changers for Distracted Driving

Categories: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Resource Library, Smartphone IntegrationTags: Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Apple Maps, Distracted Driving, Driver Distraction, Google Assistant, Google Maps, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Radios, Siri, Smartphones

Maximizing Safety: Why Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Are Game Changers for Distracted Driving

Distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of accidents on the road today. With smartphones playing a central role in our daily lives, it's no surprise that many drivers struggle to disconnect while behind the wheel. Texting, answering calls, or scrolling through playlists while driving creates dangerous distractions that put lives at risk. Fortunately, modern Read more

24th Mar 2025Test Drive Review: Rockford Fosgate PM100X1K

Categories: TEST DRIVE PRODUCT REVIEWS, Marine AudioTags: Amplifiers, Bridge-Tied Load (BTL), Crossovers, IPX6, Monoblock Amplifiers, Punch, Radios, Rockford Fosgate, Speakers, UV Exposure

Test Drive Review: Rockford Fosgate PM100X1K

We’ve all seen shows where a magician makes a rabbit appear out of a hat or a dove from a handkerchief. We know these sleight-of-hand tricks that have been practiced for years. When it comes to car audio, we know that it’s impossible for an amplifier to make more power than it consumes, even if that power is averaged over a long period.What if an amplification solution Read more

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