A client from Chilliwack dropped into Certified Autosound and Security to inquire about upgrading his 2015 Tesla Model S stereo system. Even in a prestigious vehicle like the Tesla, the factory sound system lacks the detail and clarity true music enthusiasts expect. After inspecting the vehicle and talking to the client about how he likes […]
Car Audio
Product Spotlight: Audison Prima Subwoofers
The Prima series of amplifiers and speakers from Audison is highly regarded for its installation flexibility and impressive performance. The most recent additions to the Prima line are three new component subwoofers and five loaded subwoofer enclosures. Like the Prima amps and speakers, the new Audison Prima subwoofers are designed as a perfect upgrade to […]
Do I Need a Digital Signal Processor?
Signal processing is nothing new to car audio. In the ’80s we had stand-alone equalizers, crossovers and even phase-shifting devices — all designed to help your installer make your car audio system sound better. Lately, the focus in audio signal processing has shifted from analog to the digital domain. There are now dozens of stand-alone […]
Dodge Challenger Audio Upgrade for Local Abbotsford Client
A client from Abbotsford recently dropped into Certified Autosound and Security to discuss a 2015 Dodge Challenger audio system upgrade. He wasn’t happy with the clarity or volume-level capabilities of the system, and as with most factory-installed sound systems, he wanted a lot more bass. After we looked at the vehicle and auditioned several products […]
Get Road Trip Ready With These Upgrades
With the cold winter behind us and school finished for the year, it’s time to start thinking about getting our cars, trucks and SUVs ready for our summer road trip or vacation. Whether you have toddlers or teens, keeping everyone in the vehicle entertained during the drive will make the entire adventure much more enjoyable. […]
Top 20 Automotive Enhancement Services Offered at Local Retailers
If you are like most people, you may think that your local car stereo shop specializes in custom audio systems, speaker replacements and, if they have marketed themselves well, remote car starter installations. The reality is, many mobile enhancement retailers offer a variety of automotive enhancement services that extend well beyond audio system sales and […]
Car Audio Technologies
Just as the invention of the transistor eliminated the need for vacuum tubes, advances in technology allow us to create new and unique entertainment solutions with more and more features. We thought it would be fun to take a quick look at a few important car audio technologies throughout history. Transistors The first car radios […]
Digital Signal Processor System Design
When it comes to creating an audio system that sounds amazing, incorporating a digital signal processor into the system gives your installer the tools required to compensate for the majority of the limitations that vehicles impose. To maximize the benefit, a digital signal processor system design needs to take the features and benefits of a […]
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