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The February Question of the Month discusses shopping for shallow subwoofers. Specifically, what features and specifications should you look for when comparing drivers? With so many recent advances in power handling and excursion capability in this category, now is a great time to review this topic. What is a Shallow Mount Subwoofer? Back in the 90s, most 10- and 12-inch car Read more
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
Car audio upgrades are an exciting way to enhance your driving experience. Whether you’re looking for improved sound quality, more powerful bass, or advanced features, choosing the right audio system components and a reputable installer is key. Let’s explore the best practices for shopping for a car audio system that fits your vehicle, budget, and audio preferences. Understand Read more
When it comes to replacement car speakers, the 6.5-inch class is by far the most popular. If you read any number of our Test Drive Reviews, you’ll know that Rockford Fosgate has three series of speakers in their line, some with two or three additional performance levels. Sitting at the most affordable range is the Prime series. For component speaker sets in the Prime series, Read more
The Question of the Month for December brings up the often-discussed topic of subwoofer damage. Specifically, we’ve seen it asked time and time again if you can damage a subwoofer by underpowering it. The answer is a simple no, but the topic is a little more complex than it might seem. Let’s discuss what amplifiers do when they exceed maximum power and what causes damage to a Read more
In the late 80s and early 90s, a car audio fad involved running an entire multi-speaker system with subwoofers from a single two-channel car audio amplifier. Why were people building these systems? The primary driving factor was a 0 to 50-watt class in car audio sound-offs. In other cases, it was to show off the capabilities of an amplifier in a demo vehicle. These days, audio Read more
Honda is no stranger to delivering vehicles with great fuel economy. For example, the mild hybrid Honda Insight, with its Integrated Motor Assist, delivered 53 MPG combined. But now we have vehicles that do not burn gasoline at all. Honda wants to capture some of the electrification market and deliver a product worthy of its namesake. So here we have the first fully electric Read more
Many professionals in the car audio industry started their careers as novices installing equipment for themselves or friends in their driveways and garages. That hands-on experience typically led to a job at a local shop and allowed them to learn more about electrical theory, acoustics, physics, and fabrication. Those who have invested time in understanding these advanced Read more
PhyWhen searching for a new multimedia receiver for your car or truck, you’ll quickly realize that features go hand in hand with price. Want a 10-inch display? That’s not going to be at the $399 price point. If you want reference-quality sonic clarity, you’re looking at double or even triple that amount. Sony has taken the feedback from its car audio retail team to create a Read more
