Another great client of ours, Jeff from Mankato, brought in his highly customized 1950 rat rod. The audio system had to get loud yet stay crystal clear to overcome the extreme road and exhaust noise when he was on the road. The Sweet Sounds crew was up to the task and suggested a system with […]
Classic Car Audio Installation is Best Left to the Professionals
If you are in the Mankato area, then Sweet Sounds is the place to go for classic car audio installation services. We have worked on countless classic cars over the years, and we understand how to maximize the performance of the sound systems we install without affecting the appearance or value of the vehicle. Let’s […]
But the Box Power Ratings Say This Subwoofer Will Handle 1,000 Watts!
There is no car audio topic more confusing and inconsistent than speaker power ratings. The fact is, the methods developed to test speakers are quite simple and reliable. If the speaker passes the test, print the number. A long time ago, some unknown manufacturer felt it was important to tell consumers that their speaker would […]
7 things to Consider When Improving Your Classic Car Audio
You have worked long and hard to get your pride and joy rebuilt. The paint is buttery smooth, the engine purrs like a kitten, and the interior smells of fresh carpet and leather. You stand back, enjoying her beauty. It’s time to go for a cruise. Roll down the windows, pull out on the freeway […]
It’s Smart to Purchase Your Audio Gear From the Shop Installing It
In the “old days” if you wanted to buy something, you went to a store. Now, with the increasing popularity of online shopping, mobile electronics enthusiasts have a seemingly unlimited number of options where they buy the audio gear they want. In this article, we will discuss some of the benefits of purchasing your equipment […]
Hot Rod, RestoMod, and Restoration Source Unit Options
The stereotypical image of a “Woody” station wagon with a surfboard on the roof is missing one critically important element to make it part of the perfect day on the beach: an audio system. In the 1960s, the aftermarket car audio scene was weak. Compared to now, there weren’t any options for source units, speakers […]
What Is Signal-to-Noise Ratio, and Why Does It Matter?
Most people understand the importance of amplifier power specifications. In most cases, more power is a good thing, that is, until you reach the thermal or suspension limits of the speakers you are using. One specification that is also very important in a mobile electronics amplifier, processor or source unit is Signal-to-Noise Ratio. In this […]
Taking Your Classic Car Audio System to the Next Level
If you own a classic car and have replaced your source unit or radio, now is the time to think about upgrading the sound quality of its audio system. Here at Sweet Sounds in Mankato, our team has been making classic car audio systems sound incredible for over two decades. First Things First The major […]
Classic Car Audio Source Options
If you own a classic car, there is no reason you can’t have a great-sounding audio system. Sweet Sounds has been taking beautiful vehicles from years past and giving them modern audio systems for more than 20 years. In this article, we cover our four most popular options for adding a new stereo, or “source […]