• Low frequencies are about sound and feel – Humans hear frequencies down to about 20 Hz. So is that the magic number you should be shopping for? A couple of other considerations are that you may be able to hear slightly lower tones than the average person and you can still feel the lower tones even if you can’t hear them. Just remember that those lower tones that are out of the range of hearing may still be able to do damage if you turn your system up too loud.
• You need to have the sub seated properly – One of the biggest complaints about subwoofers is vibration. When you work with a custom stereo installer, you get the benefit of having the sub installed in a custom housing that won’t rattle.
• Noise reduction can help – By outfitting your car with noise reducing material, you can have crystal clear sound and play it at a lower volume because you are not competing with road noise or losing as much of your sound through the car body.

Soundiego Is the Area’s Leading Custom Stereo Installers

If you live in southern California, get your car stereo equipment and installation from the pros at Soundiego. We can help you to choose the right subs and other equipment and provide custom installation to ensure you get the full value from your equipment. To get started, call 619-582-5577, or request a quote online.

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• Your car door speakers can offer good sound quality – This one is a fact. The door is rarely the problem when it comes to sound quality; it is the speaker that is in the door. The main problem is that you don’t want a directional speaker in a car door unless you keep your ears on your legs. As long as you stick to mid tones in the door, you shouldn’t have a problem.
• The cone size on your speakers can vary – This one is a myth, at least if you want balanced sound. If you don’t care if all you can hear is the bass, then your sub cone can be huge and tweeters can be tiny.
• The grills on door speakers kill the sound quality – Another myth, this usually comes down to the quality of the speaker in the door once again. Another thing to consider is wavelength. Sounds with a long wavelength won’t be affected by those grills.

San Diego’s Car Audio Specialists

The next time you want to upgrade your car audio system in the San Diego area, call Soundiego at 619-582-5577. We are the area’s specialists when it comes to both speaker sales and installation. You can also feel free to ask a question or request a quote via our website.

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• Select the correct sub type – There are a number of types of subs, and your circumstances will determine which one is right for you. For example, a raw subwoofer is usually going to offer the best overall performance, but it will need to be installed in the proper enclosure, and you will have to pair it with the proper amp. On the other hand, there are drop-in subs that are designed to fit in vehicles that are already designed to house a subwoofer.
• Adding the proper enclosure – In order to get the full benefit from your sub, it will have to be installed in the correct enclosure. From a sealed box to free-air sub, you can select the cost-level that matches your budget, but keep in mind that sound quality may suffer.
• Frequency range – Bass notes are measured in smaller numbers. Since humans only hear down to about 20 Hz, you may not see a need to get a sub with a lower response than that. However, you can feel notes that go all the way down to 4 Hz, so it depends on the overall experience you want to create.

Subwoofer Sales and Pro Installation in San Diego, CA

To get the best subwoofers installed correctly, you want to contact Soundiego. Call us today at 619-582-5577 to schedule an appointment, or you can request a quote for the car audio service you need online.

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#1 Decide on Your Budget

How much are you willing to spend on your car audio system? Compare that to how much you can actually afford. Then keep in mind that you don’t have to upgrade every part of the system at the same time to get better sound. You can upgrade the speakers and then save up for an amp. Then you can get a new head unit at a later time. Each new element will enhance the experience further.

#2 Find the Right Car Stereo Retailer and Installer

Finding an installer with the right knowledge and experience is a key part of having your stereo system installed properly. Remember that reputation is important because you don’t want to be taken for a ride when it comes to price or quality.

#3 Upgrade Your Car’s Sound System

Now it is finally time to get your upgrades. We hope you come and see us at Soundiego. With over 20 years of experience in custom stereo installation in the San Diego area, we are the authorized retailer for your favorite car audio brands like JL Audio, a leader in the industry. You can get started on your upgrade today by calling 619-582-557 or by requesting a quote through our website.

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LED Screens Are Better for Car Entertainment Systems than LCD Screens

True. First of all, LEDs use a lot less power, so that means less strain on your battery and alternator. Second, LED screens can be made much thinner, so they are great for fitting into any location in the car. The only real downside to an LED screen can be the viewing angle, so it is all about placing screens in the right location for passengers.

Unless I Have Super Hearing, I Won’t Notice the Difference in Audio

False. Unless you are half deaf, you’re going to be able to tell the difference between a good audio system and a great audio system the second a song begins to play. Even if all you listen to in your car is talk radio and audio books, words are going to be much clearer when you have professional speakers and other stereo equipment.

Tweeters Should Be Placed Close to My Other Speakers

True. Sound travels fast, but not that fast. You may actually hear the difference if you are a few feet closer to your mid-range speakers than your tweeters.

Speaker Wires Need to All Be the Same Length

False. Electricity is faster than sound. Way faster. While it only travels about 1/100 of the speed of light, it is traveling at nearly a million times the speed of sound. You can have a foot of speaker wire on one side of your car and fill the door with it on the other side, and you would never notice the difference.

San Diego’s Car Audio and Video Experts

At Soundiego, we have the knowledge and experience to outfit any sort of vehicle with the most modern video and stereo systems. To get started on your car entertainment system, give us a call today at 619-582-5577 or request your quote online through our website.

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