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 […]
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Vehicle Lighting Upgrades Offer Many Options
When it comes to driving in the dark, the quality and quantity of lighting you have is paramount to your safety, and the safety of those around you. In recent years, automakers have begun to put significant effort into their lighting systems. From the days of incandescent lighting to upgrades with halogen gases, high-intensity discharge […]
Choosing Speakers For Your Car: Components Or Coaxials?
Developing a speaker requires that the designer and engineer balance many different aspects, such as the application, cost and desired performance level of the end product. For the consumer, navigating the thousands of different speaker offerings on the market can be difficult. Two speakers can measure similarly regarding efficiency, power handling and frequency response, but […]
Four Steps to a Better-Sounding Marine Audio System
The staff at California Car Sound and Tint in Campbell are experts at designing and installing better-sounding marine audio systems. Marine entertainment systems have a rough life – they get left outdoors most of the time and are often played at high volume. Both of these factors are a challenge for each component in the […]
The Importance Of Proper Car Audio Speaker Installation
The speakers in your mobile entertainment system are one of the most critical components in determining how your system sounds. If you choose poorly designed speakers that have distortion issues from poor cone, suspension or motor design, no amount of signal processing can make your system sound great. The methods used to install your speakers […]
What is a Signal Processor and Why Do I Need One?
Music enthusiasts who want to add realism and detail to their mobile sound systems should experience the benefits of a signal processor from California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell, California. We carry some of the top names in the industry, and our installation team is trained to configure a processor to maximize your in-car […]
The Many Benefits of Installing Window Film on Your Vehicle
Automotive window film has been around for more than 50 years. What started as a spray-on process to add privacy has evolved dramatically over the past few decades. Modern window films offer amazing optical clarity, excellent heat rejection, reduced glare and improved occupant protection. Let’s look at what this technology is and some of the […]
Digital Signal Processors Take Your Audio System To The Next Level
Adjusting or modifying audio signals is nothing new. Analog signal processors have been around recording studios and live performances for decades. Everything from equalizers to crossovers and compressors were conceived back when vacuum tubes were popular. As technology advanced, the size, cost and complexity of signal processors decreased. Now, many car audio source units contain […]
Watts Are Watts, Or Are They? A Detailed Explanation for Car Audio Guys
When people are looking at purchasing a car audio amplifier, the specification they check most often is how much power it can produce. Power is rated in watts – a universal unit of measurement of power. In this article, we explain what a watt is, and how it is measured – both the correct and […]
Top Reasons to Choose Us for Your Automotive Window Tint
California Car Sounds and Tint offers the best automotive window tint solutions in Campbell and the San Jose area. Choosing a shop to install window film on your car, truck or SUV is often taken for granted. Consumers are lured in by low prices, only to find themselves frustrated by poor craftsmanship or unreliable products […]