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Upgrade to unlock the full potential of your car’s sound system when its factory-installed system no longer suffices. From head unit to speakers and beyond, investing in a premium audio system will transform your driving experience and enhance it as you go about life on the road.
Define your audio goals and budget before selecting products with professional installation to rediscover music, podcasts and audio content you love.
Head Unit
Your car’s head unit is at the core of its audio system, transmitting signals that dictate speaker performance while providing features like GPS navigation and Bluetooth control. Upgrading to an aftermarket model will modernize your dashboard while offering opportunities to improve sound quality.
Before making purchases, establish your goals and budget. It is possible to create an incredible audio system without breaking your entire budget at once if you focus on specific areas that need upgrading step by step. Identify which components require most upgrades step by step until your audio experience becomes immersive – typically by starting by taking care in disconnecting old head units, installing new amplifiers and speakers properly before installing new head units again. It is recommended to entrust this work to professionals to ensure all connections are made correctly.
Speakers
Many factory sound systems leave much to be desired, and replacing your speakers is one way to instantly upgrade your audio experience. But selecting suitable types for your vehicle’s specific requirements is critical for optimal performance.
To determine the appropriate size of speakers for your vehicle, you will need to measure their existing mounting depth and search for an option that matches. 6-inch by 9-inch speakers typically work well.
Component speaker systems offer superior mids and highs, featuring separate woofers and tweeters with external crossover networks that ensure precise frequency delineation between woofer and tweeter frequencies for an immersive and truly live music experience.
For additional bass, it may be beneficial to install a subwoofer. These special drivers produce low-frequency sounds that regular speakers cannot.
Subwoofer
Subwoofers can be an essential element in any car audio system. Their primary function is to deliver low frequencies and deep bass response that enhance the audio experience, with options like an equalizer and amplifier to further optimize audio quality.
Modern cars often come equipped with touchscreen infotainment systems that serve as command centers for climate controls, climate telematics systems such as OnStar or GPS tracking services, vehicle warning systems, settings menus and stereo music playback – not to mention stereo music playback capabilities. Replacing factory head units may prove costly and could potentially rob you of important functionality.
To maximize your car audio system, set goals and a budget. Upgrades may include replacing speakers, installing subwoofers, increasing sound dampening properties or updating wiring systems – creating a personalized audio environment to make commutes more pleasurable! Have fun!
Sound Dampening
Vibrations, rattles and loose parts create noise pollution which compromises soundstages, imaging and audio experiences. Sound deadening your car reduces vibrations so you can enjoy music more comfortably while using voice communication more freely over the phone.
Your speakers will perform more optimally in an airtight door panel that has been properly dampened as they won’t have to fight against road noise, one of the main factors why people become tired on long trips and another factor contributing to subpar stereo performance.
Sound dampening uses dense materials like mass-loaded vinyl (MLV), butyl rubber or foam to isolate vibrations and noise. Common applications for sound dampening include automotive applications to decrease road and engine noise as well as recording studios or home theaters to improve acoustics or minimize echos. There are various methods to add dampening to a vehicle such as mats that can be cut to fit panels as well as professional cans or DIY aerosol cans that allow easy application.
