For car audio enthusiasts, especially those interested in competing in SPL competitions, amplifier efficiency should be one of their primary concerns. In this first of three … [Read more...] about A Close Look at Class-D Car Audio Amplifier Efficiency
Car Audio
Do All Car Audio Amplifiers Double Their Power When Loaded Down?
If you’ve been around the car audio scene for a few decades, then you’ll recall a time when almost all amplifiers doubled their output power when the load impedance was halved. For … [Read more...] about Do All Car Audio Amplifiers Double Their Power When Loaded Down?
Car Audio Myths – You Can’t Ground a Car Audio Amplifier to the Battery
It’s time to dispel another unsubstantiated car audio myth! This time, we’re talking about claiming that you can’t ground an amplifier directly to the battery in a vehicle. Perhaps … [Read more...] about Car Audio Myths – You Can’t Ground a Car Audio Amplifier to the Battery
Even the Simplest Car Audio Systems Need DSP Calibration
Every professional audio system installation, be it for a church, dance club, home theater or your car, requires DSP calibration. Your smartphone, laptop and smart speaker use … [Read more...] about Even the Simplest Car Audio Systems Need DSP Calibration
How Cooling Features Improve Car Audio Subwoofer Performance
Not long ago, we looked at how an increase in subwoofer voice coil temperature reduced the power delivered from your amplifier. With component temperatures easily exceeding the … [Read more...] about How Cooling Features Improve Car Audio Subwoofer Performance