Subwoofers. Yay for subwoofers! No upgrade to a car audio system will deliver a more noticeable improvement in performance and realism. Adding a properly designed subwoofer system … [Read more...] about What Do Car Audio Subwoofer Frequency Response Specs Tell Us?
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Speaker Distortion Increases with Cone Excursion
Few people in the car audio industry seem to grasp that speakers are typically the weakest link in audio systems, in terms of adding distortion to what we hear. Whether it’s a poor … [Read more...] about Speaker Distortion Increases with Cone Excursion
Get Deep Bass from the Least Space in Your Pickup Truck
There’s no denying that pickup trucks are some of the most popular options for subwoofer system upgrades. Despite the creature comforts and luxury afforded by Lariat, Platinum, … [Read more...] about Get Deep Bass from the Least Space in Your Pickup Truck
Sealed or Vented Car Audio Subwoofer Enclosures: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to car audio subwoofer enclosures, the two most popular options are sealed or vented. As far as which design is best for your vehicle, let’s see if we can clear up … [Read more...] about Sealed or Vented Car Audio Subwoofer Enclosures: What’s the Difference?
Gain Overlap, and Why It Matters in Configuring Car Audio Amplifiers
Ah, the oh-so-complex world of amplifier sensitivity control configuration. One would think that there would be a scientific process that would ensure that an amplifier could be … [Read more...] about Gain Overlap, and Why It Matters in Configuring Car Audio Amplifiers