10 Great Reasons Why You Should Install Your Own Car Stereo System
Way back in the day before I ever worked in the car audio field as a professional, I tinkered with audio in the used cars I owned over the years. Like a lot of people, I struggled trying to figure out...
View ArticleWhat Is A Crossover Frequency? What Does A Crossover Do? A Helpful Guide
Wondering what crossovers do and what a crossover frequency is? Trust me, I know – it can be a bit confusing at first. Crossovers are incredibly important for a great-sounding stereo system whether in...
View ArticleThe Best Budget Mono Car Amplifiers Under $100 – 3 Affordable Gems!
Just want to put some great bass in your ride but trying to figure which amp is worth the money? There are so many to choose from that it starts to become a hassle. To make matters worse, many...
View ArticleThe Best Car Amps For Bass – 4 Great Buys For Your Dollar
There are a ton of car amplifiers for bass to choose from – in fact there’s too many to pick from. What if you buy one and find out later you could have gotten a lot better deal? Just imagine how...
View ArticleHow To Wire A 4 Channel Amp To 4 Speakers And A Sub: A Detailed Guide With...
4 channel amps are great and have a lot of flexibility for the most part. However they’re intended for use with 4 speakers or 2 speakers and a sub – not both. However, it is possible to wire a 4...
View ArticleHow To Hook Up A 4 Channel Amp To Front And Rear Speakers
Adding a 4 channel amp is a great idea. I’ve enjoyed powerful, crystal-clear sound in my vehicles for years using my own 4 channel amps. But how do you hook them up? In this guide I’ll show you how to...
View ArticleRockville RXA-F1 4 Channel Amp Hands-On Review: A Budget Winner You Shouldn’t...
I’m a big fan of 4 channel amps for a lot of reasons. Seeing another budget amp maker like Rockville on the market really got me curious. I couldn’t wait to get my hands on one, install it, and put it...
View ArticleHands-On Rockville RXH-F5 5 Channel Amp Review – The Good And Bad To Know
Having tried several of Rockville’s line of budget car amps, I’ve come to appreciate that they’re often a good value with lots to offer. 5 channel amps are a special group of car amplifier and there...
View ArticleHands-On Review & Test: Pioneer GM-D9605/GM-D9705 5 Channel Amplifiers
Looking for a 5 channel car amp to drive your whole system? You’re in luck: while you’ll run across a lot of bad buys out there, there are a few that are worth the money! In my detailed review of the...
View ArticleThe Best Value 5 Channel Car Amplifiers For The Money – Our Top List
5 channel amplifiers are an excellent choice for running an entire system from one amp. However, they’re not all equal in terms of quality, power, features, and especially value. Below you’ll find...
View ArticleThe Best Car Amplifier: Buyers Guide And 5 Great Picks
Building a great sounding car audio system is fun and very rewarding. I absolutely love driving good quality speakers with a great amplifier for powerful, amazingly clear sound. And I’m sure you will,...
View ArticleCan I Connect Speakers Directly To My TV? Facts About TVs, Amps, & Speaker...
Yeah, I know how it feels: lots of TVs out there have terrible speaker sound quality. Or maybe you just want to enjoy better volume with your favorite movies or shows. In this article, I’ll help you...
View ArticleHow To Connect A Subwoofer To A Receiver Without A Subwoofer Output
So your receiver doesn’t have a subwoofer output. You’re probably wondering what the heck you can do about it, and you might be worried if you’ll have to spend a lot of money for either a new receiver,...
View ArticleHow To Connect A Subwoofer To An Old Amplifier Or Vintage Receiver
Got a vintage amplifier or receiver? When it comes time to add some great low-end bass you might be scratching your head wondering how – and if – you can add a subwoofer. The great news is that there...
View ArticleHow Do Speakers Work? A Speaker Guide For Everyone – With Diagrams
Have you ever been listening to music and wondered, “How do speakers work?” The problem is that while there are plenty of articles out there, they’re just not very good. To help, I’ve decided to do...
View ArticleHow To Tell The Impedance Of A Speaker And Understanding Speaker Ohms
We take for granted how certain stereos and amplifiers need 2, 4, or 8 ohm speakers to work right. But what is speaker impedance? And how can you tell the impedance of a speaker if it’s not on the...
View ArticleWhat Are Coaxial Speakers? The Coaxial Speaker Fact Guide
You’ve got a lot of choices when it comes to speakers. As it turns out, coaxial speakers are hands-down one of the most popular types of speakers in the world. I’ve installed tons of them over the...
View ArticleWhy Do 6×9 Speakers Look Different? A 6×9″ Speaker Facts Guide
At first glance, it may seem like there’ no real reason for 6×9″ speakers to have their unusual shape. But as you’ll learn, there are some good reasons for them. Not only that, but they have some...
View ArticleComponent Vs Coaxial Speakers: Differences, Pros/Cons, And Which Is Best
Getting better car or home speakers can make a huge difference in the music you enjoy. Everybody has certain wants, needs, and of course, a budget. On that subject, it’s helpful to understand component...
View ArticleWhat Is A Class D Car Amplifier? How They Work And Why They’re Great
What is a class d car amplifier There’s a big range of car amplifiers out there and at first glance, they nearly all look the same. However, there are some big differences (and great benefits) you...
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