In our ongoing series of articles about car audio electrical theory, we are going to introduce the concept of alternating current power sources and signals. Understanding the basics of AC is crucial to understanding how a mobile audio system works. This article uses a lot of references to the electricity delivery systems used in our […]
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Car Audio Electrical Theory — Wiring Loads in Series and Parallel
We’ll continue our introduction to the basics of car audio electrical theory by talking about wiring loads in series and parallel. Understanding the characteristics of each wiring option and how it relates to power delivery and current consumption is crucial in choosing the right speakers for your sound system. All reputable mobile enhancement retailers know […]
Powersports Audio Upgrades Available at Certified Autosound
Even with the summer winding down, it’s always a good time visit Certified Autosound and Security in Langley, Maple Ridge, Chilliwack or Abbotsford for powersports audio system upgrades. Whether you have a side-by-side, snowmobile or want to add music to your toy hauler, motorhome or trailer, our team has a solution for every conceivable application. […]
Car Audio Electrical Theory — Calculating Work and Power in DC Circuits
In our ongoing series of articles about car audio electrical theory, we are going to introduce the concept of alternating current power sources and signals. Understanding the basics of AC is crucial to understanding how a mobile audio system works. This article uses a lot of references to the electricity delivery systems used in our […]
Car Audio Electrical Theory — The Basics and Ohm’s Law
For several years, the Best Car Audio team has provided articles on the features, functions and benefits of all manner of car audio products and services. Well into our third year, it’s time to go back to the basics and talk about the fundamental theories of electricity and how they relate to our car audio […]
Understanding Sound and the Decibel
In any discussion about understanding sound, the unit of decibels will undoubtedly become part of the conversation. Unlike almost all other units of measurement, the decibel is not a linear scale. That is to say, 1 decibel (also written as dB) is not one-tenth the amplitude or strength of 10dB. In this article, we’ll explain […]
The Five Fastest Ways To Blow Your Car Speakers
There is nothing worse than turning up your music only to hear your car speakers or subwoofers rattle and buzz because they are damaged. Well, there is something worse: You could turn up the volume and hear nothing at all. We hear stories about people damaging their car speakers all the time. In almost every […]
Why a Cheap Dash Camera is a Bad Idea
The staff at Certified Autosound and Security in Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Langley get a lot of questions about cheap dash camera solutions. While we agree that having any dashcam is better than not having one at all, the frustrations associated with using inexpensive units often negate their benefit. In this article, we’ll talk […]
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