HD Radio is a broadcast technology that adds digitally encoded information to an analog AM or FM station. Where once you were limited to listening to, say, 101.1 in New York City, the broadcaster has added a news and talk channel as well as a sports channel to the same 101.1 MHz … [Read more...] about HD Radio Upgrades Give AM and FM Clearer Sound
Car Audio
Don’t Get Bogged Down by Car Speaker Specifications
Though it seems contrary to what I’ve preached, sometimes it’s better to avoid purchasing car audio speaker upgrades based on specifications alone. The information most manufacturers provide does very little to describe the actual quality of the product. A prime example of this … [Read more...] about Don’t Get Bogged Down by Car Speaker Specifications
Product Spotlight: Audison AV 12 D2 II
Subwoofers with minimal mounting depth requirements continue to grow in popularity. To meet that demand, the team at Audison has introduced a larger, more robust option to complement their well-regarded Prima Series. The new Voce II subwoofer line includes ten- and twelve-inch … [Read more...] about Product Spotlight: Audison AV 12 D2 II
Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate Punch P1V2-65
If there is a single word that car audio enthusiasts associate with the brand Rockford Fosgate, that would be “Punch”. From the early Punch amplifiers, speakers and subwoofers, this legendary name invokes music that hits hard with a signature sound that fanatics have grown to … [Read more...] about Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate Punch P1V2-65
Enclosures Help Car Audio Subwoofers Sound Their Best
Most of us have heard of many types of car audio subwoofer enclosures. Many enthusiasts have debated the benefits and drawbacks of acoustic suspension (sealed), bass-reflex (vented), bandpass and infinite baffle designs in hopes of choosing the best solution for their application … [Read more...] about Enclosures Help Car Audio Subwoofers Sound Their Best