Clients looking for a fantastic speaker upgrade often choose the Focal K2 Power series from California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell. Designed and manufactured at the Focal factory in Saint-Étienne, France, the K2 Power series of subwoofers, component and coaxial speakers have made the Focal brand famous all over the world. Let’s take a […]
Car Audio
Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-207
If communicating with family, friends and co-workers while you’re on the road is important, visit California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell and check out the new Alpine iLX-207 multimedia receiver. This digital media receiver is equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for the best smartphone connectivity capabilities available today. Read on to find […]
Jeep Wrangler Audio Upgrade for Los Gatos Off-road Client
A client from Los Gatos was referred to California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell by a friend. He decided to drop by the store and ask about what we could do to improve the performance of his 2015 Jeep Wrangler factory sound system. We showed the client several options for source units, speakers and […]
Corvette Speaker Upgrade for San Jose Chevrolet Owner
A client from San Jose brought his 1998 Chevrolet Corvette to California Car Sounds and Tint to have his door speakers replaced because the coaxial speakers were blown. We showed him a set of Illusion Audio Carbon Series C8 components that would fit nicely into his doors. After having a demonstration and explanation 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 […]
Product Spotlight: AudioControl D-4.800 Amplifier
Not long ago, we looked at the impressive new DM-810 digital signal processor from AudioControl. In keeping with their plan to provide consumers with access to the benefits of signal processing, AudioControl has recently introduced the D-4.800 amplifier. The D-4.800 is a high-power four channel amplifier with a built-in, six-channel DSP solution. You get the […]
Product Spotlight: Focal Flax Speakers
If you are looking for a great speaker upgrade at a reasonable price, stop by California Car Sounds and Tint and check out the new Focal Flax Speakers. Designed by Focal in France, the Flax series offers component and coaxial speakers, as well as several subwoofer models. Read on to see what makes Flax sound […]
Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-107
If you own an iPhone and are looking for the latest in CarPlay technology, then drop into California Car Sounds and Tint to check out the new Alpine iLX-107. Introduced at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the iLX-107 is the first aftermarket source unit to feature wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity. Let’s take […]
Product Spotlight: Sony GS Series Speakers and Subwoofers
The Sony GS series of source units, amplifiers, speakers and subwoofers offers excellent performance at accessible price points. In this spotlight, we take a close look at the features and benefits of the GS-Series speakers and subwoofers. GS Component and Coaxial Speakers The GS series includes the XS-GS1621 6.5-inch coaxial, the XS-GS1621C 6.5-inch component and […]