Driving while listening to a superior audio system is one of life's great joys. No matter what type of car you have, upgrading the factory stereo with aftermarket stereo and speaker equipment will have you rocking in your seat and enjoying the drive, not just surviving.
Most car manufacturers come with stock sound systems that lack power and quality. The most common way people upgrade their car stereos is by installing a new head unit. This is the in-dash component that allows you to control everything from CDs, AM/FM radio, communication and sometimes vehicle climate control.
Amplifiers and subwoofers are necessary to increase the power of the audio system and maintain music fidelity. The amplifier that comes in most head units cannot power upgraded speakers. To get these features while keeping enough energy flowing to the speakers, an amplifier will be needed to ensure each component is getting enough power. Especially if you want to add an aftermarket subwoofer or any specialized speaker.
A set of subs increases the base output. Most people associate these with loud music that rattles the bumper – which subwoofers are more than capable of generating. Even so, subs were created to make low frequency sounds that mid-range and factory speakers can’t. You can crank up the bass for a chest thumping experience, or to bring new depth to any musical genre.
Replacing the main speakers with excellent tweeters provides the same boost in power and quality for high frequencies.
Coordinating all the different components necessary to upgrade your car stereo can be tedious. This category is dedicated to packages Sonic Electronix has created to match your desired amplifier and subwoofer, subwoofer and its enclosure, head units and backup cameras, and so on. There are also premium car audio kits that come with a new stereo, subwoofer and speaker box, front speakers, amp, and all the necessary wiring.
Related Resources: Quick Guide to Car Audio.
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