These days, it seems like there are more vehicle technology options than ever that can plug into the power outlet in your car or stick to the windshield. The problem with using the cigarette lighter outlet in your vehicle is that you end up with a lot of wire clutter and components attached to […]
Client Upgrades JL-chassis Jeep Audio System
The owner of this 2018 JL-chassis Jeep Wrangler recently dropped into Audio Designs and Custom Graphics in Jacksonville to talk about upgrading the audio system. It’s rare that a new body style of vehicle would come with a sound system that was seemingly worse than the previous generation’s. In the case of the JL-chassis Jeep, […]
Understanding Specifications – Car Audio Amplifier Efficiency
Next, on our look through the common specifications included with modern car audio amplifiers, we want to take a look at amplifier efficiency. With the electrical systems in modern cars shrinking in capacity with every passing year, getting power from your amplifier without taxing the wiring, battery, and alternator in your car is a genuine […]
Jacksonville Client Upgrades Lexus LS 500 Subwoofer System
A client from here in Jacksonville was recently referred to Audio Designs and Custom Graphics for some help with an Escort radar detector issue. While our team was talking to the client, the conversation turned to upgrading the subwoofer system in his 2018 Lexus LS 500 sedan. Even with a premium sound system in the […]
Understanding Specifications – Car Audio Amplifier Frequency Response
As the next topic in our series explaining amplifier specifications, we will look at the frequency response information that manufacturers provide and explain how to interpret this information. In the simplest of statements, the frequency response spec will tell you about the low- and high-frequency limits of the amplifier based on its design. As with […]
Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX210SXM
One of the most recent source unit introductions from Sony Car Audio is the XAV-AX210SXM DVD receiver. This multimedia receiver features a 6.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. It’s the first Sony product to include iDatalink Maestro compatibility. Let’s look at the features of this high-value source unit and explain how […]
Understanding Specifications – Car Audio Amplifier Input Sensitivity
The next topic in our look at car audio amplifier specifications is input sensitivity. This specification is easy to understand but is important to choose an amp that will work with the system your local car stereo shop has designed. In the simplest of terms, the sensitivity specification determines how much voltage is required on […]
Understanding Specifications – Car Audio Amplifier Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Welcome to our new series about understanding product specifications. Our goal in these articles is to help you understand what the amplifier power ratings mean when you start to compare solutions. We’ll not only explain which numbers are good, but we’ll include a detailed description of what each specification means, how it’s measured and how […]
Understanding the Specs – Amplifier Power Ratings
Welcome to our new series about understanding product specifications. Our goal in these articles is to help you understand what the amplifier power ratings mean when you start to compare solutions. We’ll not only explain which numbers are good, but we’ll include a detailed description of what each specification means, how it’s measured and how […]
Are High-Efficiency Speakers Better?
If you are an avid car audio enthusiast, it’s likely that you’ve seen photos of or heard systems that use high-efficiency pro audio style speakers. These drivers were designed for PA systems at concerts and can produce impressive output levels with moderate levels of power from an amp. In this article, we are going to […]
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