If you have been around the car audio industry for as long as we have, then you have likely used an audio processor in your vehicle. This veteran company is recognized worldwide for its line output converters, equalizers and crossovers. A few decades later, the brand has … [Read more...] about Product Spotlight: AudioControl A600.4
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DSP 101: Input Connections and Signal Mixing
When it comes to feeding a signal into a digital signal processor, most high-quality units provide your installer with a few options. While even the most basic include RCA inputs, some add the ability to accept speaker-level signals or digital signals in a variety of formats. … [Read more...] about DSP 101: Input Connections and Signal Mixing
Not All Car Audio Sound Deadening Is the Same
When it comes to choosing sound deadening, not every option on the market is the same quality. Different materials, varying thicknesses of butyl and aluminum, and options for foam or lead mean that some research is required before you settle on a solution. In this article, we’ll … [Read more...] about Not All Car Audio Sound Deadening Is the Same
DSP 101: Part 1 — What Is a Digital Signal Processor?
Having a digital signal processor in your car audio system is a necessity if you expect your music to sound accurate. We’ve told you many times that speakers are essential to getting great sound. While 100% true, so is the need to calibrate the output of those speakers to work … [Read more...] about DSP 101: Part 1 — What Is a Digital Signal Processor?
Does It Matter if My Factory Stereo Has Crossovers?
As we’ve mentioned before, upgrading the audio systems in new cars and trucks is becoming more and more complicated. Features like crossovers, all-pass filters, volume-dependent loudness control and equalization can make the stock system sound respectable with stock speakers, but … [Read more...] about Does It Matter if My Factory Stereo Has Crossovers?