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  • Factory vs. Aftermarket Car Audio: What You Need to Know

    July 13, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    The view from inside a car of a drive in the country

    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 […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

    Our Motorcycle Audio Packages Make Great Audio Easy

    July 8, 2025 By Jeff Sweere 3 Comments

    Motorcycle Audio Packages

    The staff at Sweet Sounds in Mankato, Minnesota, are not only car and truck audio experts; we can handle all your motorcycle audio upgrades as well. Choosing the right product for any audio application can be daunting – but we’ve made that task easy with our Motorcycle Audio Packages. Our packages feature the best known, […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Bluetooth, Motorcycle Audio Tagged With: Amplifiers, Focal, Harley Davidson, Memphis, Radios, Sony, Speakers, Subwoofers

    Product Spotlight: Compustar Pro 2WG18 LTE

    July 7, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    Compustar Pro 2WG18 LTE

    At their heart, most remote car starters are the same. When you press a button on a wireless remote, a remote start controller integrated into the vehicle will start the engine. In reality, the features of the remote and the controller play a significant role in determining the usability and features of the starter system. […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Driver Safety, PRODUCTS, RESOURCE LIBRARY Tagged With: Compustar

    Maximizing Car Audio Quality: Understanding Vehicle Acoustics

    July 6, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    A man looking at his phone while sitting in a car

    Car audio enthusiasts often invest in high-quality speakers, amplifiers, and subwoofers to achieve the best sound. However, the vehicle’s interior acoustics play a crucial role in how the system performs. Factors such as interior materials, seating positions, and speaker placement can dramatically impact sound quality. Understanding these elements and employing professional tuning can help optimize […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

    Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate PMX-5CAN

    June 30, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    Rockford Fosgate PMX 5CAN

    Compared to just over a decade ago, there are dozens of options for marine source units on the market. Few are truly high-end units with state-of-the-art audio performance and compatibility with chartplotters and multi-function displays. Unsurprisingly, Rockford Fosgate offers several class-leading solutions. Their PMX-5CAN multi-zone digital media receiver is the focus of this Product Spotlight. […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Marine Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY Tagged With: Rockford Fosgate

    Busting the Biggest Myths About Car Audio Amplifiers

    June 29, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    The inside of a car showing the dash and a view of a city through the windshield

    Car audio amplifiers are one of the most misunderstood components of an upgraded sound system. Misconceptions about power ratings, gain settings, and efficiency can lead to poor system performance, unnecessary equipment damage, or wasted money. This article will clarify some of the most common myths surrounding car audio amplifiers so you can make informed decisions […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

    Why Modern Vehicles Make Aftermarket Audio Installations Tricky

    June 22, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    An image of an amplifier and a speaker with an explosion coming out of it

    The landscape of car audio upgrades has changed dramatically over the years. As automakers integrate more advanced technology into their vehicles, upgrading the sound system has become increasingly complex. Features like active noise cancellation (ANC), complex DSP-equipped factory amplifiers, and controller area network (CAN) bus systems present unique challenges for aftermarket audio installers. Understanding these […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

    Why Modern Vehicles Make Aftermarket Audio Installations Tricky

    June 15, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    The inside of a RAM vehicle with a giant touch screen navigation instillation

    The landscape of car audio upgrades has changed dramatically over the years. As automakers integrate more advanced technology into their vehicles, upgrading the sound system has become increasingly complex. Features like active noise cancellation (ANC), complex DSP-equipped factory amplifiers, and controller area network (CAN) bus systems present unique challenges for aftermarket audio installers. Understanding these […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

    Are There Drawbacks to Digital Volume Adjustment?

    June 8, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    An image of the inside of a car dash with a person's hand adjusting the radio

    A few weeks ago, one of the major head unit manufacturers announced they would include a TOSLINK digital output on their new flagship source unit. Most of us know that digital signals are effectively impervious to noise and aren’t affected by cable losses. Pure digital signals sound better than analog counterparts when used with a […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

    How Car Audio Calibration Affects Sound Quality

    June 1, 2025 By BestCarAudio.com Leave a Comment

    The inside of a car

    Upgrading your car’s audio system is an exciting way to enhance your driving experience. However, achieving the best possible sound quality requires more than just installing high-quality speakers, amplifiers and subwoofers. The magic happens when your system is calibrated correctly using a digital signal processor to adjust signal delays and equalization. These elements work together […]

    Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, RESOURCE LIBRARY

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