An Introduction to Car Audio System Design, Stereo Imaging and Staging

An Introduction to Car Audio System Design, Stereo Imaging and StagingAlthough many car audio enthusiasts already have a good understanding of how sound is produced, no technical manual should start without covering the basics of its subject matter. Writers sometimes wrongly assume that the reader will already know quite a lot about the subject and so they skip the basics. Because of this, some may find it difficult to understand the reasons for installing speakers in particular positions in the car, for example, or...

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Tips For the Perfect Car Stereo System

Tips For the Perfect Car Stereo SystemIf you're wanting to install a new stereo system in your car, you should first do your homework. For instance, you should take the location of the speakers into consideration as well as the power and sound. You should plan for your stereo system to fit your own specific needs. Is bass your greatest concern? What about the loudness? Do you want your stereo to "pound" and "shake" your car? No matter what you're looking for, here are some car stereo tips: -You should place your speakers...

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Why An Aftermarket Car Audio System Is The Way To Go

Why An Aftermarket Car Audio System Is The Way To GoYour car came with a factory installed audio system, right? They are great sounding, aren't they? Wait until you see and hear an aftermarket setup. There are several reasons why an aftermarket car audio system will beat factory installed systems any day.Stereo Car Audio Aftermarket car audio products... *They give far superior performance.*They give you wider options.*They are made by companies that have a reputation in car audio .*There are things that aren't possible...

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Car Stereo Line Output Converter

Car Stereo Line Output ConverterLine output converter can be defined as a small device that converts high-voltage speaker-level signals to preamp-level signals; which is acceptable to an amp. If u want to connect an amp to your car stereo which doesn't have a speaker level inputs then it means you need a line output converter to have a preamp outputs. So you can connect your receiver to an amp by converting your receiver's speaker output into preamp-level signals. It consists of a transformer and (10 to 20 watts) a...

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Car Stereos

Car StereosCar stereos are stereos that are meant to be installed in cars and enjoyed while driving or riding around the city, along long country roads, or virtually anywhere else. They are seen by many people to be one of the crucial elements to a truly enjoyable ride. Car stereos are specially fitted and shaped to hug the interior of your car or other vehicle, and the sound is balanced so that the car will become the stage for a superior sound. Do not confuse car audio with a car stereo. The car audio refers to the...

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Types of Car Stereo Speakers

Types of Car Stereo SpeakersFor a proficient and good quality car audio systems, car stereo speakers play a vital role. They are exceptional in the sense that they are designed only for reproducing sound frequencies. The audio system of the car is judged by a number of specifications matching the core. The first criterion that a buyer should consider is the frequency response. It should be higher and wider so that the function of capturing and reproducing the sound is performed in a much better way. In addition, a...

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Car Audio - TUNE it Up!

Car Audio - TUNE it Up!One of the best things you can do for your car audio system is to properly tune it. There are several variables to consider when doing this, and I am going to walk to through the most important ones so you will have a good understanding of how to get the most "bang" for the buck from you system. Assuming you have an amplified system with one or more subwoofers, you can dial in your system to give you the best sound and have the durability you want from it. It starts at the head unit. You want...

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Car Stereo Repair

Car Stereo RepairHave you ever experienced problems with getting your car speakers to work? Since I think many of us car owners have experienced this problem, I will provide this description of how to diagnose the problem of silent speakers and also give you some hints on how to fix it. Whether you are familiar with car stereo repair or not, this might help you. If it doesn't, contact a dealer who can do an auto stereo repair or search for vehicle stereo repair help online. If your stereo speakers don't work, then...

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Car Audio Speakers: What you need to know

Car Audio Speakers: What you need to knowSpeaker Info... Speaker systems are very important because they are the units that actually reproduce the sound from electrical energy. When I buy speakers, I only want to get high end. Here is what you need to know, and what to look for:Stereo Car Audio First, let's start with the types of speakers that you'll encounter in the car audio world. Woofer: A large speaker designed to reproduce the lower frequencies of the audio spectrum. Mid: A medium sized speaker designed to...

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Stereo Speakers

Stereo SpeakersStereo speakers are used to enhance the audio system in cars. They are usually described as distinctive in view, since they are used for duplicating audio frequencies. By and large, they are regarded as a very crucial component that constitutes an excellent stereo system. More often than not, stereo speakers can be classified into two types -- component speakers and full range speakers. Both encompass a number of pluses and minuses. Basically, full range speakers come in different sizes, made up of...

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New Car Audio Stereos From Pioneer For 2011

New Car Audio Stereos From Pioneer For 2011Pioneer have just announced their new range of affordable car stereos that are set to be released in mid-February. The new multimedia centres are a stylish range, designed with ingenuity, to cover your entertainment needs on the road without taking your discs (CD's & DVD's) on the road with you. Designed to meet your needs, the MVH-7300 and MVH-8300BT are designed specifically for you and your preferred multimedia form. Unlike prior stereo models that have been limited...

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Gift Ideas for the iPod Owner with Everything

Gift Ideas for the iPod Owner with EverythingMost of us know one: an audio addicted iPod owner. When thinking about gifts, the obvious choice for these people is something that will further enhance their listening pleasure. But where to start? There is such an abundance of accessories and products that broaden the iPod experience that it's hard to summarize the many gift options but a highlight of some of the more common products should be a useful guide. Under Stereo Car Audio In the stocking stuffer category,...

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Stereo Receivers

Stereo ReceiversSince stereo receivers are sold on and offline there are a few considerations to be made before you settle for a home theater or stereo model. If good surround sound, and movies is what you are looking for, then the home theater is the model for you. If lacking space,then the stereo receiver is the model you should go for, especially if you need it for music. One most important thing to consider among all else if the kind of power the stereo receiver will need. You don't want it to blow up open you...

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All About the 2009 Cadillac CTS

All About the 2009 Cadillac CTSCadillac CTS model comes with the well designed suspension as well as the powerful engine. The vehicle is quite reliable in terms of the showing of the weather conditions and the integrated traffic system as well. The new 2009 CTS-V model is equipped with the very stable balance and the large acceleration as well. The clarity is also quite appreciable of the Bose stereo system, which has been enabled in the vehicle. The Bose audio system with 5.1 channel is connected via ten speakers...

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Whole House FM Transmitter Review

Whole House FM Transmitter ReviewI leave in a sunny country in Europe and my house has a big backyard where I, my wife and two kids spend a lot of time outside almost any season of the year. We are also music lovers and we have tons of CDs and MP3s stored on my computer. I was looking for a solution to somehow broadcast music to the backyard of my house from my music library. We all know the difficulties to stream audio and music from an electronic source (PC with MP3s for example) to an analog receiver (FM Radio for...

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Learning the Swedish Language Made Really Simple

Learning the Swedish Language Made Really SimpleThe Swedish language is not really difficult to learn by an English language speaker. First of all, there are cognates or related words: 'katt' for cat, 'hund' for hound. Secondly, unlike the Romance languages and German, you don't have to bother remember any conjugation of verb. It's one of the easiest languages to master really (one year would be enough, in fact), but you can even master it a faster. Living in a Swedish household or community was perhaps the most effective...

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Car Audio Beats to Listen to While Driving

Car Audio Beats to Listen to While DrivingWe spend a great deal of time holed up in our cars, braving long distances, bad weather conditions and traffic jams. Just imagine driving alone in the dead of night with only the sound of our own breathing for company. Fortunately, there's music to keep us entertained (and awake!) during those long hours. The advent of car audio devices has made it possible to enjoy our favourite music while in the car. Different types of music suit different types of people. The younger set...

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Expendability and Automation With Pioneer CD Decks

Expendability and Automation With Pioneer CD DecksPioneer gadgetry offers you no less than music for the soul. The company is known all over the world for the classy Pioneer CD decks that are reputed for sound quality that beats all competition. The Pioneer gadgetry actually makes the most amazing car audio investments according to die hard enthusiasts. The car only gains in aesthetics when you fit one of eh company's audio classics within. Instantly the clean panel makes a huge impression. A simple detachable design...

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How to Find the Cheapest Scrap Platinum

How to Find the Cheapest Scrap PlatinumThe oldest record of platinum use is as an inlay in ancient Egypt. However, the Egyptians though it was a variation of electrum, (a natural blend of gold and silver.) Native Americans used it for centuries in small decorative objects. Platinum was unknown to Europeans until Spanish discovered it in Columbia. The Spanish called it platina, meaning little silver. It was not identified as a new metal until the 1700's. The metal was introduced into Europe from South America in the...

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The 5 Best Cell Phones on the Market

The 5 Best Cell Phones on the Market There are literally hundreds of cell phones out there made by dozens of manufacturers. It is hard to determine which are the best of the group - or at least, which is best for you. The decision is a difficult one, and we hope the information below will help you make a wise choice. The five cell phones listed below are truely the best of the best in terms of quality design, dependability, and overall user satisfaction. Although there are a lot of great cell phones out there, we...

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