Series vs. Parallel Wiring

One thing I learned pretty early in life is that speakers are not meant to be wired together in a haphazard manner. In fact, whenever you plan to connect more than two speakers to a two-channel amplifier – or more than four speakers to a four-channel amp – there are a few things to consider, […]

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Building a High-End Enclosure For a High-End Subwoofer System

Let’s face it: Installing car stereo equipment is no picnic. Cramming electronics and speakers into places they simply weren’t meant to be presents a challenge to even the most savvy of installers. And the more exotic the install, the tougher the task. While each aspect of system design brings a unique set of challenges to […]

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Logical Procedures for the Design Of a High-End Subwoofer System

When designing a woofer system for a high-end auto sound installation, you should stick to a very logical and straightforward procedure. The most important factors are size, performance, cost, and ease of fabrication. The first step is to decide how much room you want to dedicate to your woofer system; generally, the bigger the system, […]

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Amps, Alternators, and Batteries: Upgrading Your Electrical System

0ne of the most overlooked aspects of a high-powered auto sound installation is its effect on a car’s electrical system. No amplifier, no matter how sophisticated it is, can change the laws of physics. Energy can neither be created nor destroyed; it can only be changed from one form to another. This is exactly what […]

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