If you were able to grasp the concepts outlined in the first article about audio distortion, then this one will be a piece of cake. If not, head back and have another read. It can be a bit complicated the first time around. Undistorted Audio Analysis When looking at the specifications for an audio component […]
Car Audio
Classic Corvette Stereo Upgrades for San Jose Client
A client from San Jose dropped into California Car Sounds and Tint in search of a dash speaker upgrade for his 1972 Chevrolet Corvette stereo system. We provided the client with a quote to upgrade the dash speakers and gave him a tour of our facility. A 1966 Mustang we recently finished was still at […]
Everything You’ve Wanted to Know About Audio Distortion – Part 1
When we talk about any signal, be it audio, video or data, there is an accompanied reality for alterations and errors made to that signal as it passes through different electronic components, conductors or magnetic fields. While we get concerned when we hear that a component introduces distortion or when we read distortion specifications, distortion […]
Avoid Inferior, Fake Audio Products, Buy from an Authorized Dealer
Avoid headaches and fake audio products by shopping at California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell. We know you have seen thousands of fake Oakley sunglasses and have questioned the authenticity of the Rolex watches the guy on the street corner is selling, but did you know that there are also fake car audio products? […]
Subwoofer Enclosures, More Than Just a Box
For decades, there has been discussion after discussion about which of the different subwoofer enclosures are “the best” and why. Let’s take a look at why we need a subwoofer enclosure at all, and how the three popular styles – sealed, vented and bandpass – differ in their design and performance. Back-Wave Management If you […]
Product Spotlight: AudioControl Epicenter
If you have been around the car audio industry for any amount of time, then you have undoubtedly heard of the AudioControl Epicenter processor. Unlike most processors, the Epicenter is not a conventional device like an equalizer or crossover. The Epicenter can recreate low-frequency information by analyzing the harmonic content of your music and produce […]
Adding Navigation to the Factory Color Screen in Your Vehicle
Let’s say you purchased a brand-new Dodge Journey, Chevy Silverado or Ford F-150. The vehicle has a big color display for the audio system, and it may even show the heating and air conditioning controls on the same screen. But alas, it would have cost several thousand dollars to add the factory navigation system because […]
San Jose Client Upgrades GMC Sierra Stereo System
A client from San Jose came to California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell for a 2015 GMC Sierra stereo system upgrade. We have worked on several vehicles for this client in the past few years, so when he got this new truck, he came to us right away. We reviewed his goals for the […]
Los Gatos Client Gets Classic Ford Mustang Audio System
A client from Los Gatos came to California Car Sounds and Tint in Campbell for a 1966 Ford Mustang audio system upgrade. Being a member of a band, the owner had some above-average expectations when it comes to music. The stereo in the car buzzed and rattled, and simply wasn’t impressive. We talked to the […]
Power Wire: OFC versus CCA
When it comes to high-current wiring in a vehicle, there are two types of stranded power wire available: solid copper and copper-clad aluminum. This article looks at the differences between each kind of wire, and explain the challenges of ensuring your high-current device gets the power it needs to do the job you want done. […]