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Is a switch mode car audio power amplifier in anyway preferable to analogue other than size and weight savings?

My car audio consultant insists that the Alpine PDX 5.1 power amplifier will deliver the power i desire to 4 drivers and a sub woofer with ease… I fear the sound from switch mode power amps will lack feel and colour.
if you go in with that expectation you’ll likely hear problems regardless.
Full range class D’s [...]

What to get on car audio systems with a budge of around 750?

Currently have a red 09 nissan rogue and looking to add a car audio system with navigation screen, speakers, and subwoofer. Looking to do it pretty nice, so i have a budget for around 750. Too little to do it too nice? Also i am not sure where to start but i like [...]

How important is the Head Unit to the quality of the car audio?

I’m upgrading my car audio. I want the best quality audio without spending a lot.I bought new speakers, a subwoofer, and 2 amplifiers.Is a new Head Unit necessary?How important is the head unit to the quality of the car’s audio system?
Not nearly as important as the marketing would lead you to believe.
I’ve read for years [...]

How important is the Head Unit to the quality of the car audio?

I’m upgrading my car audio. I want the best quality audio without spending a lot.
I bought new speakers, a subwoofer, and 2 amplifiers.
Is a new Head Unit necessary?
How important is the head unit to the quality of the car’s audio system?
I have the Dual XD1222 head unit.
http://outlet.crutchfield.com/p_070XD1222/Dual-XD1222.html?ssi=0&tp=13566&tab=features_and_specs
I think it is very important. I got a [...]

Question’s on installing aftermarket car audio parts in a car with bose system?

I have an 99 Acura 3.2 TL with a Bose system in it. I would like to hook up two 12inch Rockford Fosgate P3D412’s, with a amp to my car, and i have a couple questions.
1) Do i need a aftermarket head unit? From what i heard installing a new head unit in a bose [...]

What route should I go with my car audio system?

I have been searching the net for information over car audio systems only to have every site contradict the other about the "right" way to do a car audio set up
I have an alpine pdx 1.1000 amp with two alpine type r 10′ subs
Some sites claim you need a new alternator, others claim adding batteries [...]

What is something good for a car audio system?

I am looking to get some better audio equipment in my car. the current stuff is standard, but it is rly not loud enough sometimes, the sounds not that great, and it lacks bass. So i know very little about all this stuff and i could really use some suggestions. I am looking to make [...]

What is the best car audio out there for a good price?

I’m looking to install a great car audio system in my new car. I want some sub woofers (preferably two 10") and good overall speakers. I don’t want to spend too much money. What would be the best setup?
I’d recommend a little online research at a few of the dedicated car audio sites, some online [...]

How do you get a job/start a career in car audio? Is there school you can go to for it?

Pretty sure this is my only passion in life. It’s obviously expensive to learn and without money you can’t do it. I’d expect college to be cheaper then going and buying tons of car audio equipment and a car to work with. So my question is how do you get a job or start a [...]

Where is the cheapest store for car audio installation in the Sacramento area?

I am trying to have a stereo, amp/subwoofer and a pair of speakers transferred from my old car to my new one, but stores like Best Buy and Audio Express are charging $250+ for such a task. Are there any other audio installation stores (preferably near Folsom) that will do this task for less?
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