There are thousands of car audio brands worldwide and only a few stand out. These are the brands that have stood the test of time in terms of quality, reliability and innovation. Today let’s focus on some of our top brands that have been a household name in the car audio industry.

KICKER

Steve Irby founded the company back in 1973 in a small garage in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Love of music drove him to invent the mobile-stereo enclosure market that was the first full-frequency range speaker box designed for cars and trucks. From this day, Kicker went on to produce their popular L7, CompQ, Solo-Baric L7S, CompVX, CompR, CompRT, CompVR, CompVT, CompC and Comp Subwoofers. At the same time, they have developed a number of sub-brands in mobile audio and lifestyle products. Some of them are: VSS which are Vehicle-Specific Solutions for Doge, GM and Ford vehicles. Klock Werks are Kicker products for motorcycles. Kicker has also diversified in lifestyle entertainment such as the wireless outdoor speaker, Bullfrog.

JL AUDIO

The company was started by Jim Birch and Lucio Proni hence the name “JL”. It all began in the mid-1970’s when these two started to tinker with component speakers and designed home-made loudspeakers. First, they started selling these to their friends and eventually, they found themselves selling at a local weekend flea-market.

JL’s first car subwoofer was the 8W2 which is an 8-inch woofer designed to work perfectly on a ported enclosure. It went on to produce the classic PowerWedge series using this 8-inch woofer and continued to use the 10” and 12” variants.

Throughout the years, JL has been a household name in the car audio industry and their name is synonymous to Stealthbox, W3, W7, TW3 and a whole lot more.

JVC-KENWOOD

JVCKenwood was formed with the merger of Japan Victor Company and Kenwood Corp in 2008. JVC was found back in 1927 and was best known for introducing the first TV in Japan and developing the VHS recorder. JVC also popularized radios in 1939 and in the midst of World War II, it parted ways with RCA-Victor in 1943, maintaining its name today as Victor Entertainment. JVC has established its name in the car audio industry by producing some of the most sought after stereos such as the KW-V950BW, KD-T905BTS and CS-J620 to name a few.

On the other hand, Kenwood was formed in Japan in 1946 also as a manufacturer of modern hi-fi products. In the late 70’s, they released a series of integrated amplifiers stereo-powered amplifiers. Presently, Kenwood is a leading manufacturer of Car Electronics, Professional Communications devices and home audio products. They are one of the most popular innovators for advanced stereo technology such as the DNX996R, DNR876D and the DNX576S.

JBL-INFINITY

JBL was founded by James B. Lansing in 1946. JBL produced the first commercially available 4” diaphragm driver in the 1950’s. As a result, the guitar manufacturer, Fender, incorporated the D130F into their famous amplifier, signaling JBL’s entry into the music industry. JBL also expanded their catalog to include car audio electronics. Their noteworthy products are Stage, Stadium and Club series speakers. In addition, JBL has diversified in marine and wireless car electronics as well.

Infinity on the other hand was founded back in 1968 and has produced some of the innovative home and mobile products that made us of neodymium magnets, mylar diaphragms and polypropylene cones. Infinity is responsible for the production of the EMIT (electromagnetic induction tweeter) which is a quasi-ribbon that worked on moving air based on the principle of electromagnetic induction. Infinity is best known for their KAPPA, Perfect and Reference speakers and subwoofer. They have also outstanding marine products for your boats and yachts.

In 1969, JBL was sold and likewise, in 1983, Infinity officially became part of Harman International Industries.

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Nothing beats a car or truck with an excellent sounding bass system. It is always a head-turner when a car passes by with a boomin’ bass. If you want to start and set up you own vehicle with a bass system, here are a few tips and recommendations to achieve the perfect sound.

First, you will need the proper gear and equipment to get started. Here are the basics:

• Component Subwoofer
• Subwoofer Box
• Amplifier Installation Kit
• Installation tools

SUBWOOFERS

To produce the best sound bass system, choose subwoofers based on its RMS power. RMS is the power in watts that can continuously be sent to the amplifier without blowing it. Do not run subwoofers at its peak power. Subwoofers can only utilize peak power for about a minute before it blows. Lastly, choose a subwoofer with matching impedance (Ohms) with the amplifier for best audio results (You can also choose different impedance but you have to wire them differently. Please check out the diagrams below).

Our subwoofer bestsellers are:

• JL Audio 12W3v3-4 W3v3 Series 12" 4-ohm 100-500 watts RMS
• Massive Audio HIPPOXL 122 HIPPO Series, 12 inch 2000 RMS
• Alpine R-W12D4 R-Series Dual 4-Ohm 750 Watts RMS
• Pioneer TS-SW2502S4 10" Shallow-Mount Subwoofer 100-300 RMS
• Memphis Audio 15-MOJO612D4 12” 4 Ohm 1500 Watts RMS

SUBWOOFER BOX

Subwoofers boxes are optional. If you want to install subwoofers as a standalone at the back of your truck or car trunk, then a subwoofer box is perfect to protect your subs. Otherwise, if you want it underneath or behind the car seats, you will need to customize them and seek professional installer’s help.

AMPLIFIERS

Same as subwoofers, you will have to select an amplifier that matches the RMS of your subwoofers as well as the impedance (Ohms) ideally. There are instances that exact matches are unavailable. In these cases, it is best to select an amplifier with a slightly higher RMS power than the subwoofers. Once installed, just lower the gain on the amplifier to avoid blowing the subwoofer. It is also good to note that if the amplifier has lower power than the subwoofer, you are risking damaging the amplifiers either by blowing the amplifier or going to “protection mode”. Subwoofers are also at risk of damage with low-power amplifier as the coil would rapidly vibrate and eventually will blow.

Some of the best amplifiers to consider are:

• JL Audio JX500/1D Mono Subwoofer Car Amplifier 500 watts RMS
• JL Audio HD600/4 4-Channel Car Amplifier 150 Watts RMS x 4
• Alpine PDX-V9 5-Channel PDX Series 100W RMS x 4 + 500W RMS x 1
• Kenwood KAC-5001PS 300 watts RMS x 1 at 4 ohms Monoblock Class D Performance Series
• Kicker 43CXA12001 600 x 1 RMS CX Series Monoblock Class D

AMP INTALLATION KITS

Ampkits are also an essential part of setting up the perfect bass system to produce the optimum sound as possible. The size of the wires and fuse gauge depends on the power of your system is. It is also important to consider the materials ampkits are made of. Oxygen-free are the word to look for.

You can check out these ampkits:

• Pyle PLAM14 20ft 8 Gauge 1000W Amplifier Hookup
• Kicker PKD1 1/0-gauge dual amplifier power wiring kit
• Massive Audio G4 G Series 4 AWG, Oxygen Free Pure Copper, Custom Molded
• JL Audio XD-PCS1/0-2B 1/0 AWG Premium Series Dual Amplifier Power Connection Kit

Here are basic subwoofer-amp installation diagrams for your reference. Also, visit us at WWW.ONLINECARSTEREO.COM for all your car audio / video needs including marine electronics. Subscribe to our newsletter and get exciting weekly promos so you can save lots of money.

The JL Audio M6-770 coaxial speaker systems consist of 6 configurations. Three (3) non-illuminated and illuminated versions with Gloss White-Classic Grille, Gloss White-Sport Grille and Gunmetal-Sport Grilles colorway and grille design.

Here are the different models of the M6-770:

1. M6-770X-C-GwGw
2. M6-770X-S-GmTi
3. M6-770X-S-GwGw
4. M6-770X-C-GwGw-i
5. M6-770X-S-GmTi-i
6. M6-770X-S-GwGw-i

The M6 coaxial system is designed to withstand real marine duty and deliver maximum audio performance in any open-air boating environment. The oversized design of the M6-770X series gives the advantage of increased efficiency and excellent power handling that results in optimum audio while enjoying your cruise on the seas.

Every M6 coaxial loudspeaker starts with a long-excursion woofer designed with JL Audio’s proprietary motor, suspension and cone modeling systems to yield superior frequency response, smooth mid-range dispersion and linear performance at all listening levels. Throughout the years, the laboratory in Miramar, Florida has perfected the art of marine sound with the new M6-series.

Here is a quick view of the specifications of the M6-770 Series:

• Continuous Power Handling (RMS): 100 Watts
• Peak Music Power: 200 Watts
• Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS): 40-200 Watts per Channel
• System Efficiency: 91.0 dB @ 1 W / 1 m
• System Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
• System Frequency Response: 45 Hz - 25 KHz ± 3 dB

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The average car has 30,000 different parts from the engine to the chassis. For us audiophiles, we all agree that the most important parts are the head unit, speaker and subwoofer. These are essential parts that make us enjoy driving whether light or heavy traffic. Today’s modern vehicles are equipped with a standard touchscreen radio and a decent speaker. This is obviously not enough for us sound hogs. We ultimately want quality sound while listening to our favorite playlist on Spotify, Pandora or iTunes.

Onlinecarstereo recommends iLX-W650 for 2-DIN stereo. This new iteration of Alpine sports Apple Carplay and Android Auto with Bluetooth connectivity to stream your music while on the cruise. It is the most affordable mid-tier stereo in the market today. For people who only want the basic 1-DIN radio, the Pioneer DEH-80PRS is highly regarded as one of the best. It was voted top 4 best head unit for 2019. Being 1-DIN doesn’t mean fewer features. This baby sports streaming thru Bluetooth with a 3-way active crossover network and 16 band EQ. For high end, we recommend the Pioneer AVH-W4500NEX from Pioneer. It has wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto to sync, stream and mirror your favorite app on your preferred mobile device. Onlinecarstereo is currently offering a 19% promo code for maximum savings.

As far as speakers are concerned, nothing beats JL Audio C5-650x. This high end 2-way speaker Kurt Müller cones and suspensions and die-cast alloy baskets giving your car crisp highs and clear mid frequencies. We also recommend Alpine’s S series coaxial and component speakers. It has the patented H.A.M.R. (High Amplitude Multi-Roll) surround that is proven to increase excursion while maintaining accuracy and linearity. If you are in search of a more affordable but reliable sound, the Pioneer A-series is the one to consider. It has open and smooth sound with high sensitivity for the ultimate listening experience without breaking the bank. Other brands worth mentioning are Focal, Infinity, Kicker and Memphis Audio.

While some of us prefer clear high frequency sound, others prefer deep bass for hip hop sound. At the top of the list is the JL Audio 12W3v3-4 that provides 1000 watts peak power. This powerhouse 12-inch driver delivers potent performance and world-class sound quality in medium power applications. It has 4 size configurations: 8”, 10”, 12” and 15” depending on your preference. For more power, we have the Massive Audio Hippoxl’s that provides 4000 watts of power that can seriously make heads turn when you cruise by the street.  The French brand Focal is also making its way to the car audio industry with their Elite, Performance and Auditor series. These world renowned subwoofers packed with best innovations and materials to enhance your audio environment, and to make your journey a moment of intense pleasure. Onlinecarstereo also carries, Memphis Audio, Alpine, Kicker, Kenwood, JBL and Infinity subwoofers.

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According To the Atlantic, the average American spends 38 hours a year stuck in traffic. That’s a lot of waiting time in your vehicle on the road. To relieve your stress, one has to enjoy traffic and the best way to do it is have a perfect dose of your favorite music while slowly cruising the wide freeway full of cars.

Studies show that listening to music can prevent anxiety and lets you avoid being pissed off on that heavy traffic at the i405. Just crank up your favorite song on Spotify, Pandora, iHeart Radio or stored on your phone’s memory. Sync it to your car stereo so you won’t have to be distracted using your phone and just control it on the stereo screen using Apple Carplay or Android Auto. A good starter unit would be the Alpine iLX-W650. This new release from Alpine features Apple Carplay and Android Auto and if you have a subscription with SiriusXM, this unit has it too. The interface is very intuitive and easy to use even for a non-techy person. If you are more into an advanced and upgraded headunit, the newest iteration of Pioneer, the AVH-W4500NEX is the next level. It can play your DVD’s (if you still have them), stream your playlist and mirror your phone’s screen on the radio. You don’t need to have a separate navigation device as you can use Google or Apple Maps; or Waze with real-time traffic updates.

A great headunit is useless if your speakers are not up to it. Start off with an affordable but reliable pioneer A-series speakers like the TS-A652C. This is a 2 way component car speaker system that provides 350 watts peak power handling for both speakers.  To level up your sound, go to the realm of JL Audio, Infinity or JBL. The robust and clarity of the sound that these brands produce is like no other. For JL Audio, our best seller is the C2 line the C2-690TX that give out 225 watts peak power enough to let you breeze through the traffic without pain. On the other hand, Infinity offers the KAPPA-62IX that lets you power up to 450 watts which sound great if set your itunes to high quality.

Lastly, if you are into hiphop, then you need to upgrade to a good subwoofer.  JL Audio produces a lot of quality and high end subwoofers at different price points.  One of our bestseller is the 12W3V3-4 which is the best for your money’s worth. At 1000 watts, you’ll never go back without a sub on your car.

You can checkout our catalog at WWW.ONLINECARSTEREO.COM this 4^th of July Weekend and to see our promotions on almost 2500 products at awesome prices. We ship your available orders the same day for FREE. Enjoy your weekend!!!

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According To the Atlantic, the average American spends 38 hours a year stuck in traffic. That’s a lot of waiting time in your vehicle on the road. To relieve your stress, one has to enjoy traffic and the best way to do it is have a perfect dose of your favorite music while slowly cruising the wide freeway full of cars.

Studies show that listening to music can prevent anxiety and lets you avoid being pissed off on that heavy traffic at the i405. Just crank up your favorite song on Spotify, Pandora, iHeart Radio or stored on your phone’s memory. Sync it to your car stereo so you won’t have to be distracted using your phone and just control it on the stereo screen using Apple Carplay or Android Auto. A good starter unit would be the Alpine iLX-W650. This new release from Alpine features Apple Carplay and Android Auto and if you have a subscription with SiriusXM, this unit has it too. The interface is very intuitive and easy to use even for a non-techy person. If you are more into an advanced and upgraded headunit, the newest iteration of Pioneer, the AVH-W4500NEX is the next level. It can play your DVD’s (if you still have them), stream your playlist and mirror your phone’s screen on the radio. You don’t need to have a separate navigation device as you can use Google or Apple Maps; or Waze with real-time traffic updates.

A great headunit is useless if your speakers are not up to it. Start off with an affordable but reliable pioneer A-series speakers like the TS-A652C. This is a 2 way component car speaker system that provides 350 watts peak power handling for both speakers.  To level up your sound, go to the realm of JL Audio, Infinity or JBL. The robust and clarity of the sound that these brands produce is like no other. For JL Audio, our best seller is the C2 line the C2-690TX that give out 225 watts peak power enough to let you breeze through the traffic without pain. On the other hand, Infinity offers the KAPPA-62IX that lets you power up to 450 watts which sound great if set your itunes to high quality.

Lastly, if you are into hiphop, then you need to upgrade to a good subwoofer.  JL Audio produces a lot of quality and high end subwoofers at different price points.  One of our bestseller is the 12W3V3-4 which is the best for your money’s worth. At 1000 watts, you’ll never go back without a sub on your car.

You can checkout our catalog at WWW.ONLINECARSTEREO.COM this 4^th of July Weekend and to see our promotions on almost 2500 products at awesome prices. We ship your available orders the same day for FREE. Enjoy your weekend!!!

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One of the standards today in the car audio world is having Carplay by Apple on your headunit. It is an Apple standard to enable your iOS device to be displayed on your stereo and control it from there. This was an effort by Apple to discourage distracted driving and has also integrated voice-input for text messages. Currently, several native iphone apps can be mirrored / streamed on the radio screen. These include: Phone, Music, Apple Maps, iMessage, Audiobooks and Podcasts. The current iteration of CarPlay can also mirror third-party apps such as: Google Maps, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more.

Recent updates now has the capability to connect wireless through Bluetooth and then establishes a two-way Wifi connections between the devices. This was implemented since iOS 9.

MAPS

One of the biggest features of Apple Carplay is the ability to mirror maps on your car stereo. Now, you don't have to buy navigation devices. Apple CarpPlay can mirror Apple Maps and with the release of iOS 12, also possible with Google Mpas and Waze. It can predict your destination by using addresses in your email, text messages, contacts or calendars. By using Siri, you can use your voice to search key destinations by name. Since you are using your cellular data, traffic situations are in real-time and maps will automatically reroute your directions to the fastest way. In Waze, you can view accidents on the road ahead of time so you will have time to reroute to a different street.

PHONE

With CarPlay, you can make phone calls seamlessly using iOS interface. With the help of Siri, you can use voice commands to do whatever you wish on your iphone without the distractions on using it while driving.

Messages

With Carplay, it is easy to read, reply and send text messages without touching the phone itself. Just tell Siri what to send and it’ll compose the message. In addition, Carplay can also play audio messages through your car speakers.

Music

Carplay supports any audio app whether you have itunes, spotify, Pandora or iheart radio. You can like and control features of your car audio without leaving Carplay. Also, you can customize arrangement of your audio apps to your preference.

Vehicle Specific Apps

Vehicle manufacturer are now developing their own iOS apps to be integrated with Apple Carplay. These include quick reference guides for your vehicles, emergency contact information, and data specific to your vehicle. Check out the App Store and see if your vehicle has one.

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