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Bluetooth audio streaming is a convenient way to enjoy music in your vehicle, but many drivers notice that it doesn’t sound as crisp or detailed as a wired connection. While Bluetooth compression plays a role, several strategies can help optimize sound quality and make the most of your wireless audio system. Let’s explore key ways to improve Bluetooth audio in your Read more
When you’re behind the wheel, your car’s audio system is a key part of the experience. Whether you’re listening to your favorite playlist, catching up on a podcast, or enjoying an audiobook, the quality of your sound system can make all the difference. While factory audio systems have improved over the years, they still leave a lot to be desired in terms of sound quality, Read more
This Question of the Month is: Is there such a thing as fake car audio equipment? As they say, you already know the answer if you have to ask. If you have an email account or spend more than a minute a day on social media, then you know fraud is rampant almost everywhere we look. We get emails from UPS and Google all the time about fake shipments or notices from banks about Read more
From the 1960s through the 1980s, car radios used mechanical potentiometers to adjust volume. As time progressed, volume controls moved to the digital domain, and radios employed rotary encoders that sent commands to a dedicated volume IC to adjust the output level. As we advanced further, radios required volume controls for different functions. This complexity has led to Read more
Talking about the performance of audio equipment without objective measurements is like describing the taste of food without eating it. Maybe that’s a bit over the top, but the concept is accurate. You’ll hear many folks into high-end audio describe listening experiences that are sweet or emotional. However, those adjectives do very little to describe the physical Read more
Imagine you are driving your side-by-side down a twisty, high-speed trail. You want to crank up the volume on your stereo. Do you take your hands off the wheel to make an adjustment? You don’t have to if you have the Rockford Fosgate PMX-BTUR universal remote control installed. Let’s check it out! What is the Rockford Fosgate PMX-BTUR? The PMX-BTUR is a remote designed to Read more
Many professionals in the car audio industry started their careers as novices installing equipment for themselves or friends in their driveways and garages. That hands-on experience typically led to a job at a local shop and allowed them to learn more about electrical theory, acoustics, physics, and fabrication. Those who have invested time in understanding these advanced Read more
PhyWhen searching for a new multimedia receiver for your car or truck, you’ll quickly realize that features go hand in hand with price. Want a 10-inch display? That’s not going to be at the $399 price point. If you want reference-quality sonic clarity, you’re looking at double or even triple that amount. Sony has taken the feedback from its car audio retail team to create a Read more
When it comes to marine and powersports source units, Rockford Fosgate has a solution! We previously looked at the affordable PMX-1. In this spotlight, we will check out the Rockford Fosgate PMX-3 to see why it’s an excellent choice for your boat, side-by-side, UTV or even a custom car or hot rod. Let’s check it out! PMX-3 Design and Construction The PMX-3 media receiver fits Read more
