GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS AT OCS

It’s already less than two weeks ‘til Christmas and some of us right now are already probably doing quite a bit of Christmas shopping. Onlinecarstereo is a one-stop-shop for car audio/video, but you can also find some great car accessories (and non-car accessories!) that can be great stocking stuffers and amazing Christmas gifts! Here are just a few:
 
This amazing car mount uses a motorized clamp that works when the phone is near the infrared sensor. After the phone is placed into the mount, the clamps automatically close to lock the phone firmly in place. It can provide up to 15W of fast-charging power (charging wattage varies by phone type). It has multiple mounts included (air vent mount, suction cup mount, dashboard mounting plate) and its adjustable hooks ensure that your phone stays in place and won’t drop the phone even with the bumpiest road.
 
This is a wireless headphone that has adjustable headphone straps. It has ear pads that fold flat for easy storage and also comes in a hard carry case. It has a mute contro, auto mute function, variable volume control and an on/off switch to save battery life.
 
 
This car air purifier is one of JVC’s newest innovations and works through motion activation. One shake of the hand above the purifier will enter low speed mode, shaking it again will enter high speed mode, and shaking it three times will turn the purifier’s power off. Its shape is the perfect fit into the car’s cup holder and powered using a USB with a DC 5V.
 
Drive Alert is the perfect car accessory to ensure your safety while driving. It has two features that promotes responsible driving -- LDWS or lane departure warning system which uses an advanced camera sensor algorithm to detect lane markings and warn the driver while merging out of the traffic lane, and a FCWS or forward collision warning system that calculates the times of impact of an object in front of the vehicle and if the calculated impact is dangerous, Drive Alert will warn the driver to prevent a collision.
 
 
Another phone mount on the list, the Axxess AXM-SCM is a universal window suction cup device holder that attaches to any windshield. It is fully adjustable and has spring loaded arms to provide secure support of your phone.
 
The third and last phone mount on the list is this InDash 15585 PortaGrip phone holder that has rubberized indexed grips and a foam-backed cradle. It has a ratcheting feet to provide access to the phone’s data ports while it remains on the mount.
 
 
 
This wireless Qi charger (for Qi-enabled phones) enables  to charge your phone without a cable. Connect the included USB cable to an optional 12-volt car charger (not included) and plug in the pad. Simply put the phone in the pad and you can already see the phone charging.
 

The only non-car accessory on the list, the MB Quart QUB2.10301 is a vibrant red wireless Bluetooth speaker that delivers 8 hours of music in a heavy duty rubber case. It is designed to deliver maximum volume and deep bass in a small portable speaker. Its secure simple pairing provides a quick and secure wireless connection between speaker and device. It has noise-cancelling microphones that reduces background noise when making conference calls and its shock-resistant rubber housing makes it perfect for bringing your music nearly anywhere, indoors or outdoors. And not only does it connect to your phone via Bluetooth, but it also can plug into your phone directly via a 3.5mm audio jack.
 
These are just some of our recommendations to gift to family and friends this holiday season. Check out onlinecarstereo.com for more car audio/video products and subscribe to our newsletter to receive weekly promotions and save tons of cash. 

OCS Home Entertainment Deals

The surge on COVID19 is still rising and the government is asking us to stay at home and always keep safe. If we need to go out, it is always recommended to wear face coverings and keep our hands sanitized. This is also the best time to take advantage of Onlinecarstereo's home entertainment products. Being inside the house can be quite boring and there are a couple of ways for us to keep ourselves busy and amused.

This week, Onlinecarstereo will features some of its popular home entertainment products for you to enjoy.
Kicker 43BF400G: The Bullforg is one of Kicker's bestsellers. It can be used anywhere in and out of the house. It is weatherproof with bluetooth connection capabilities and a built FM tuner. With a full charge, it can give you 20 hours of music.

Pyle Pro PJUB25BT: Is a nostalgic bluetooth jukebox that can play your favorite MP3's and at the same time, keep you updated with the news using the AM/FM radio. You can also access your music using a USB or SD card while enjoying the illuminated lights around the device.

Pyle PTVSP18BK: Connect your TV and enjoy listening at a distance with clear high fidelity sound. This is best for our elderly customer who have trouble hearing and still wants to enjoy watching your favorite shows on TV.

Pyle P3001BT: This 3000 watts hybrid amplifier system is perfect for your home entertainment project. While you are staying indoors, you can enjoy your favorite movies and music while streaming them from your apps wired or wirelessly. It gives you 7 inputs that includes 2 microphones with echo so you will definitely be able to do some singing too.

Pyle PDIC86: One of the best ways to upgrade and improve your home entertainment is installing the 8.0'' In-Wall / In-Ceiling Dual Stereo Speaker.It is flush mount that makes it ideal for living rooms and provides surround sound that will make you house feel like you're in the theaters.

Pyle Pro PDIC61RD: If you opt for a smaller speaker, this one sits at 6.5" with a peak power of 200 watts. It also sports a flush mount design perfect for walls or ceilings and has convenient speaker terminals that allow for quick and hassle-free speaker wire connection at any custom installations.

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Get Highs with Tweeters

Nothing beats driving on a vacation and listening your favorite tunes. While most of us casual listeners are fine with fancy stereos and midrange sound, we often overlook that we can still do more to improve our car sound. A work around this is to invest in a set of car tweeters to enhance your high frequency notes giving you a fuller music experience.

Holiday season has already started and Onlinecarstereo is still keeping our affordable prices for you to enjoy. You should grab your upgrades now until supplies last and the year ends. Here are some of the products on our holiday deals.

Pioneer TS-T110: One of our popular tweeters around. The price is very affordable and can provide enough high frequency for your needs with an RMS of up to 40 watts. The design is very sleek and is very subtle easy installation.

JL Audio C5-075CT: JL Audio has been providing quality electronics for car audio for more than a decade. This C5 series 3/4" tweeters are manufactured with silk dome diaphragm for smoother response. The flush mount design makes it easy to install without much modification.

Alpine SPS-110TW: Alpine has their version of silk dome tweeters. This 1" Type S component tweeter borrows some Type R technology like a copper-clad aluminum voice coil, copper shorting cap, high-grade neodymium magnet, and aluminum bobbin. These features mean that the SPS-110TW deliver best-in-class power handling of 100 watts RMS.

Hertz ST25: One of the newly released tweeters in the lineup, the ST25 is extremely compact size for explosive performance. is the first Hertz car audio compression driver specifically designed for SPL competitions making it one of the bestsellers.

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Last Chance for Cyber Week!

Most of us have already chosen to fulfill our wants and needs thru online shopping to avoid the spread of the virus and continue to stay safe in our homes. Onlinecarstereo is continuing its commitment in providing the best products at the earliest possible time so our customers stay safe and happy. Today, we are still offering you a last chance to get what you want this Cyber Week. Here are some of the products to watch out for:

Eagle Solar Flood Lights - White: This is an energy efficient solar light that conveniently installs anywhere in your courtyard, lawns or gardens and is useful during the night. It produces 500 lumens of light.

Infinity Primus 1270B-Bundle: If you only want a subwoofer that needs no installation, you will definitely want the Primus 1270B. With an RMS of 300 watts, you'll have your car booming in no time. This package also comes bundled with a Crunch GP-1000.2 amp that will support the subwoofer. Definitely a bang for the buck.

JL Audio M7-12IB-S-GMTI-4: You can still prepare your boat for the summer with this 12" subwoofer. JL Audio has been a household name in the marine industry and with its engineering, it is built to withstand real-world marine duty. It is also designed to operate without a dedicated enclosure.

AudioControl LC2i: If you need a line output converter, nothing beats the LC2i. This little nifty equipment literally flies out of the shelf once it replenishes in stock. This has got to do with the two channels of active speaker level inputs that come standard on the LC2i and accepts 400 watt signals per channel. The LC2i is also built with a compact design and also features the AccuBASS with variable threshold and gain.

Pioneer DEH-80PRS: Another bestseller, the DEH-80PRS is still ranked as the best car stereo around. If you prefer a single DIN radio without the touchscreen, then this is the unit for you. It features audiophile grade internal components and materials that are carefully selected to achieve Pioneer's highest standards for the ultimate in sound quality.

JVC KW-Z1000W: New from JVC, this total entertainment head unit features both wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto and a 13 band graphic equalizer to customize your music. Its large 10.1 " display features high definition and can be illuminated in different colors. It is also iDatalink Maestro compatible so your stereo can read your vehicles system like tire pressure and the likes. You will never want to go down from your vehicle if you have this.

There are hundreds of items to choose from our Cyber Week deals. Always visit us at Onlinecarstereo to find your perfect upgrade for your car, truck, motorcycle or ATV. You can also subscribe to our newsletter to receive weekly promotions for a variety of products and save tons of cash.

WHAT ARE EQUALIZERS?

When we do upgrades, we audio geeks still tend to configure our sound to the best hertz and decibel we can get. Sometimes, even though we've upgraded to the best speakers or subwoofers, there is still room for small adjustments to achieve that perfect sound. This is where equalizers come in.

Equalizers are devices that lets you tweak your sound frequencies in different spectrum. When done right, it can improve your car sound and eliminate unwanted frequencies and customize your music. Equalizers come in different forms. It can be built in your head unit or receiver; or it can come as a separate in dash unit which can be classified as graphic, parametric or digital.

Graphic equalizers are the most common and can be used easily. It is makes use of sliders that represents the shape of the frequency you are trying to achieve hence the name. The sliders are used to cut or boost certain parts of the sound frequency whichever you desire.

Parametric equalizers is a little more complex than the graphic. It will allow you to adjust the width and center point of any frequency band. A parametric equalizer will also allow for Q adjustment (the quality of the curve of the band passed by the filter) of a frequency.

Digital equalizers offer the best of both worlds. From the graphical equalizer, it takes the ability of a user to see the adjustments made on the frequency. From parametric equalizers, it takes the ability to control the actual parameters of sound. The values are displayed on a screen digitally.

Onlinecarstereo offers various equalizers for your needs. Here are some of the best sellers:

AudioControl DQ-61: Audio Control produces the best EQ's in the industry and the DQ-61 is one of the best sellers. It is a 6 channel line out converter with equalization and signal delay that provide precise tuning. It also features AccuBASS with variable threshold and gain processes and corrects roll-off bass. You can also checkout other equalizer models from Audio Control at Onlinecasrtereo.

Cadence CEQ777: This equalizer from Cadence is a bang-for-the-buck equalizer that features simple 4 band parametric knobs.Cadence signal processors create clean, noise-free, high voltage signals while conserving valuable interior space and installation time.

JL Audio Fix-86: If you have the budget to spend, the JL Audio Fix-86 will give your state-of-the-art digital processing power. Unlike typical OEM interface products, the FiX™ 86 automatically corrects time-delayed factory outputs prior to signal summing and EQ correction. Calibration takes just a single button press and about 30 seconds to complete, with no special equipment needed.

Memphis Audio EQL7: In the mid tier equalizer product, the EQL7 boasts a 7-Band Graphic Equalizer that allows you to dial in your system for peak performance.

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ONLINECARSTEREO HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and for all of you car audiophiles, we know you are at a lookout for your yearly upgrade. We will make sure that you will not be disappointed with this year's Onlinecarstereo promotion. In addition, this year is quite different as we are spending our holidays in our homes due to the pandemic which is why we are giving you this shopping guide to maximize your savings while at the comfort of your homes.

First, after a big purchase, we always experience the "Buyer's Remorse Syndrome". After seeing a huge discount, you immediately add it to your cart and purchase. The next day, you feel that you made a mistake in your purchase and end up returning the merchandise. The secret to this is assess what you need and evaluate the different options, brands and features that you find. You can also read what others can say on a particular product through reviews and find out their experiences. Compare the pros and cons of each product and find out what feature you can live without. Remember that there is no product that has all the features. Onlinecarstereo has a neat product comparison feature to see the differences in each product you are interested in. You can sort them by price, popularity or even brand name.

Another tip is to set your budget and do not break the bank. If you must do a big purchase but do not have the budget yet, you can always avail of Onlinecarstereo's easy payment financing. This way, you are paying comfortably at your own terms. More importantly, this season only comes once a year, so save as much as you can, so you can splurge.

Next is take advantage of coupons. This is one of the best ways to save tons of cash while shopping. Specially during the holidays, there will be coupons everywhere in the web. Subscribe to newsletters like ours so you will receive weekly promotions and get the best deal. You can even call the seller to add a little more discount. Onlinecastereo has weekly promotions for you to save tons of cash

Lastly, and probably the most important is read the warranty policy. We often take this for granted but this can be useful in the long run. When your stereo or speaker needs repair or has issues, it is always useful to know the warranty coverage or return policy. Onlinecarstereo offers lifetime tech support, 60 day money back guarantee, and an excellent warranty policy. Read here for more details.

Here are some of the holiday promotion you can shop at:

EASY PAYMENTS ON THANKSGIVING

Black Friday is fast approaching and excitement is rushing through your fingertips on which car audio upgrade you want. You can take advantage of the huge discount here at Onlinecarstereo starting this week. With the pandemic, it is difficult to decide to upgrade. Luckily, we offer financing options to ease the payment burden on your part. It will give you the best of both worlds. An affordable easy-to-pay scheme, and you get ot choose your favorite brands at an affordable price. Truly a win-win situation this holiday season.

First option is thru Progressive Leasing which is very easy to apply. All you need is your social security / ITIN; credit or debit card; a checking account; official ID; and you have to be older than 18. Applications are reviews quickly and you should determine your status within 24 hours. Once approved, you will be able to place your order over-the-phone where you'll choose the scheme that works best for you. You will be charged an initial upfront payment for as low as $28 depending on your order. To avoid paying for interest, you have the option of paying your lease in full early.

Next option is via Affirm checkout. When you've added the items in your shopping cart and ready to checkout, just click the option "Affirm Monthly Payments" and you will be redirected to Affirm's website to fill out an application. Review for approval is almost real time. When approved, you will then be redirected back to Onlinecarstereo and place the order by selecting your preferred payment scheme. Once we receive the order, we ship your upgrade to you.

Here are some of the upcoming deals in store for you this Thanksgiving.

Always visit Onlinecarstereo to find the perfect car audio / video upgrade this holiday season. Avoid the rush and virus. Shop online and be safe. Checkout our Black Friday Deals this week for markdown and bundled items at affordable prices. You can also subscribe to our newsletter to receive weekly promotions to save tons of cash. ALWAYS STAY SAFE AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO EVERYONE!!!

THE COMMON TYPES OF CAR RECEIVERS

Car audio, as previously discussed in last week’s History of Car Audio, have improved significantly during the last decade or so. Turntables and cassettes might be the thing of the past for modern-day car stereos and receivers. These types of receivers can be further subdivided into categories but for today we’re going to discuss the 4 most common types of car receivers in the market.

CD Receivers

CDs might slowly becoming a “thing of the past” now, but you’ve got to admit that there’s something special about playing a CD on your car stereo that makes us all feel nostalgic. CD receivers are what people mostly think of when someone says “car stereo”. CD players come in both single-DIN (2in) and double-DIN (4in) sizes. CD receivers nowadays not only have the CD-player as their sole feature. They also commonly feature a USB and/or AUX input, and some still have the classic radio tuner.

DVD Receivers

Also more commonly known as “in-dash DVD players”, DVD receivers not only play DVDs that makes long car rides so much more entertaining, but also features the functions that a digital media receiver and CD receivers do like playing CDs, USB/AUX input, Bluetooth connectivity, car assistant systems (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay). They also come in single-DIN and double-DIN sizes.

Digital Media Receivers

As the name suggests, digital media players ditch the whole CD player feature altogether (mechless receivers). They also come into single-DIN and double-DIN sizes like the CD receivers. These types of receivers are for people who mostly play their music through their digital music players (like the iPod), through music streaming services (Spotify, Pandora, etc) and their smartphones. However, some digital media receivers still retain some of the CD receiver features like the USB/AUX input and Bluetooth connectivity, and some also feature the car assistant systems like the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 

Digital Multimedia Receivers 

These type of receivers mostly have touchscreen capabilities, unlike digital media receivers that still have buttons and knobs. Its clear difference with digital media receivers is that it can also play video, hence the word "multimedia". Digital multimedia receivers also have integrated features like apps, car assistant systems among others.

Navigation Receivers

Navigation receivers are perfect for those people who travel a lot and constantly on the road. The built-in GPS navigation makes it more convenient rather than constantly relying on the smartphone’s GPS features. And not only do navigation receivers function as the “modern-day map”, some navigation receivers also retain the rest of the other receivers’ cool features such as the USB/AUX input, Bluetooth connectivity, car assistant systems among others.

No matter what type of car receiver you think is best for you and your needs, be sure to check it out at onlinecarstereo.com as we have a wide array of products you can choose from. Also subscribe to our newsletter to receive weekly promotions and save tons of cash.