Enclosure, box or cabinet: Whatever you want to call them, where you install your speaker or subwoofer is critically important to their resulting performance. In this article, we focus on the simplest and most forgiving of enclosures to design and construct – the acoustic suspension or sealed enclosure. The Laws of Physics There are a […]
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The History of California Car Sounds & Tint
California Car Sounds & Tint in Campbell, CA has been in business for over 27 years, and they have some history behind them! Raymond Sarin, owner of the shop, opened his doors on June 1, 1990 and has never looked back. A Little History Lesson… When Raymond was in his twenties, he was working at […]
The Importance of Proper Cables and Wiring
Installing mobile electronics systems is not as easy as it used to be. In the “good old days,” cars were made from thick metal and didn’t have many electrical components. Modern vehicle construction makes use of the thinnest, lightest materials possible. These body panels are held together with non-conductive adhesives, and it seems that every […]
Car Audio Installation – The Good, Better, Best Approach
Installing mobile electronics in a vehicle is a balance of technical skill and creativity. From the seemingly simple task of connecting wires to the creation of a custom amp rack or subwoofer enclosure, each task requires the car audio installation technician to call upon many different skills. When it comes to installing audio gear in […]
Radar and Laser Speed Detection Systems
Do you like to drive fast? Do you find yourself cruising at speeds above the posted limit? If you are one of these people and the local laws allow it, you may want to consider purchasing a radar detector and laser defuser system. This article looks at the solutions available and the features and benefits […]
What You Get When You Spend More Money On Speakers
Among the most under-appreciated components in any audio system are the speakers. You could be using the best source unit on the planet, an amazing amplifier, and the most esoteric of interconnects and speaker cables – but if you don’t have great speakers, you still won’t have great sound. Your speakers are the only link […]
Driver Safety Solutions Help Make Your Drive Safer
California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell carries an extensive line of driver safety solutions. The features and technologies that used to be exclusive to luxury vehicles are now available to almost anyone. Using OEM-grade technology, we can add a camera- or sensor-based blind spot monitoring and lane departure warning system to almost any vehicle. […]
Rear Seat Entertainment Systems For Most Needs and Budgets
Kids and road trips: an amazing combination of excitement, energy and, if the drive is long, boredom. Playing I Spy or 20 Questions, or looking for license plates from all the states and provinces, is fun for a little while, but those classic road games won’t last forever. What if your kids could watch their […]
Blind Spot Solutions Available at California Car Sounds and Tint
California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell is the blind spot solutions expert in the San Jose area. Most clients don’t know we can add blind spot cameras and sensors to their vehicle. Using premium brands like Echomaster, our expert installation technicians can upgrade your vehicle with features typically found on luxury cars and trucks. […]
Apple CarPlay Explained
According to a AAA survey, the average American drives for about 45 minutes each day. If you compare this time to an eight hour work day, that’s 10% of your work day, on top of the hours you are at your desk. This time is not an insignificant number. If your job involves being on […]