As vehicle manufacturers work to reduce the number of wires that need to be run in a vehicle, more and more have switched to using the vehicle data bus to control amplifiers. Using … [Read more...] about Upgrading Car Audio Systems with Data Bus Interfaces
OEM Audio 101: Does It Matter if My Factory Radio Has All-Pass Filters?
If you’re planning on having someone upgrade the stereo system in a late-model car or truck, you need to know about all-pass filters. Sometimes called phase EQ or phase rotator … [Read more...] about OEM Audio 101: Does It Matter if My Factory Radio Has All-Pass Filters?
DSP 101: Input Connections and Signal Mixing
When it comes to feeding a signal into a digital signal processor, most high-quality units provide your installer with a few options. While even the most basic include RCA inputs, … [Read more...] about DSP 101: Input Connections and Signal Mixing
Not All Car Audio Sound Deadening Is the Same
When it comes to choosing sound deadening, not every option on the market is the same quality. Different materials, varying thicknesses of butyl and aluminum, and options for foam … [Read more...] about Not All Car Audio Sound Deadening Is the Same
DSP 101: Part 1 — What Is a Digital Signal Processor?
Having a digital signal processor in your car audio system is a necessity if you expect your music to sound accurate. We’ve told you many times that speakers are essential to … [Read more...] about DSP 101: Part 1 — What Is a Digital Signal Processor?