In our ongoing series of articles about car audio electrical theory, we are going to introduce the concept of alternating current power sources and signals. Understanding the basics of AC is crucial to understanding how a mobile audio system works. This article uses a lot of references to the electricity delivery systems used in our […]
Car Audio Electrical Theory — Wiring Loads in Series and Parallel
We’ll continue our introduction to the basics of car audio electrical theory by talking about wiring loads in series and parallel. Understanding the characteristics of each wiring option and how it relates to power delivery and current consumption is crucial in choosing the right speakers for your sound system. All reputable mobile enhancement retailers know […]
Remote Starter Gifts Are A Present Anyone Would Love
With the holiday season approaching, now is a great time to contact Driven Sound and Security in Negaunee for your remote starter gifts. Giving someone a car starter is not only generous, it’s something that they will use time and time again. The staff at DrivenSS are here to help ensure the gift giving process […]
Car Audio Electrical Theory — Calculating Work and Power in DC Circuits
In our ongoing series of articles about car audio electrical theory, we are going to introduce the concept of alternating current power sources and signals. Understanding the basics of AC is crucial to understanding how a mobile audio system works. This article uses a lot of references to the electricity delivery systems used in our […]
Car Audio Electrical Theory — The Basics and Ohm’s Law
For several years, the Best Car Audio team has provided articles on the features, functions and benefits of all manner of car audio products and services. Well into our third year, it’s time to go back to the basics and talk about the fundamental theories of electricity and how they relate to our car audio […]
Understanding Sound and the Decibel
In any discussion about understanding sound, the unit of decibels will undoubtedly become part of the conversation. Unlike almost all other units of measurement, the decibel is not a linear scale. That is to say, 1 decibel (also written as dB) is not one-tenth the amplitude or strength of 10dB. In this article, we’ll explain […]
The Five Fastest Ways To Blow Your Car Speakers
There is nothing worse than turning up your music only to hear your car speakers or subwoofers rattle and buzz because they are damaged. Well, there is something worse: You could turn up the volume and hear nothing at all. We hear stories about people damaging their car speakers all the time. In almost every […]
How to Shop for Car Audio Upgrades
Shopping for car audio upgrades is as personal as shopping for a new car or new shoes. Each of us likes something different, has a different budget and different performance and style preferences. In the case of a new car, your options range from a solid and reliable daily driver in the $14,000 range to […]
Never Trust Your Remote Starter Purchase to the Lowest Bidder
When it comes to a remote starter purchase, the team at Driven Sound and Security in Negaunee would like to offer a few tips to ensure you get a system with the features you want and the reliability that you expect. Think of buying a remote start the same way you’d search for a heart […]
Aftermarket Collision Avoidance Technologies
Automakers constantly strive to make new cars, trucks and SUVs as safe as possible. The design and materials used in new vehicle chassis make them stronger, more rigid and safer than ever before. Technologies like backup cameras, blind spot monitoring, active lane keep assist, multi-view camera systems, rear cross traffic alerts and autonomous braking dramatically […]
