As we’ve mentioned before, upgrading the audio systems in new cars and trucks is becoming more and more complicated. Features like crossovers, all-pass filters, volume-dependent loudness control and equalization can make the stock system sound respectable with stock speakers, but they present a significant challenge to drivers when it’s time to upgrade. Let’s look at […]
A repeat client from Palmerton brought his 2014 Ram 1500 to us to see about getting some bass added to his truck. He wanted to add some good bass, but did not want to alter the look of the truck’s interior or lose any seating space. We selected an Audio Enhancers DQ30C10 pre-fabricated subwoofer enclosure […]
A new walk-in client from Lehighton brought his 1999 Jeep Wrangler in to see about getting a new radio that could add Bluetooth capability. His audio system wasn’t working, and he wanted to take the opportunity to add hands-free calling to the vehicle while we were troubleshooting it. During our diagnosis, we found that three […]
A client of ours from Lehighton reached out to our team about adding a couple of phone-charging ports to his 2015 Toyota Prius. He was searching for a way to charge phones while in the car, whether it was his or a client’s. In his Prius, there were several “knockouts” to the left of the […]
A client of ours from Walnutport brought his 2003 Ford F-250 to our team to see about getting a new radio that could provide some modern features. His old factory radio had to be replaced, and he was looking for Bluetooth and some new technology to make driving easier. We were excited to get the […]
Over the years, we’ve highlighted car audio installations that look amazing and we’ve explained some of the science that goes into making those systems sound great. A professional car audio installation technician needs to possess a unique set of skills that includes a certain amount of creativity, as well as a detailed understanding of how […]
When it comes to correlating how the parameters of a speaker translate into music reproduction, well, the details are often somewhat sparse. One speaker characteristic that’s often overlooked when searching for new subwoofers or woofers is Q. This unitless number is a key component in describing how the suspension and motor work to control and […]
One trait that has come to be universally expected among luxury vehicles is the quietness of their interior. Once exclusive to such premium vehicles as Mercedes, Audi, BMW and Rolls-Royce, companies like Hyundai and Kia are delivering startlingly quiet interiors. In addition to minimizing road and wind noise, the drone of an exhaust system and […]
Over the years, many car audio enthusiasts have complained that while new speakers made their car stereo systems sound better, the new speakers didn’t make the systems any louder. In fact, the more you work to upgrade your speakers, the more you often find that you have traded efficiency for smooth frequency, accuracy and clarity. […]
