If you have been around the mobile electronics industry for any amount of time, you will know that certain terms are often used incorrectly. One term that has been over-abused lately is Bluetooth. Product manufacturers, retailers and consumers have developed an expectation of what Bluetooth is, and what it does. Sadly, those expectations can lead […]
Product Spotlight: AudioControl DM-810 Digital Signal Processor
Over the past decade, the popularity of digital signal processing (DSP) in aftermarket audio systems has grown immensely. AudioControl, the long-time industry leader in signal processing, has launched its first foray into this market with a product called the DM-810. The DM-810 offers eight channels of input and 10 output channels, making it one of […]
Backup Camera Solutions Available at Driven Sound & Security
Driven Sound & Security in Negaunee has a large selection of backup camera solutions available for all types of vehicles. Our team has been installing safety products since our inception. Adding cameras to your vehicle helps prevent damage, injury and even loss of life. There are many ways to add a camera to your vehicle, […]
Adding an Auxiliary Input to Your Factory Radio
A message that mobile enhancement retailers strive to share is that we want you to come to us with your feature requests or ideas. If you want a remote starter or audio system upgrade, you know to come to us – but did you know we also can install heated seats, auto-dimming mirrors or auxiliary […]
10 Things to Consider When Buying Car Audio
Brought to you by our friends at BestCarAudio.com When it comes to buying or upgrading a car audio system, there are hundreds of products to choose from and dozens of questions for you to ask the sales staff at your local car audio retailer. This article provides some basic guidelines to help make the process […]
Buying A New Car Audio Head Unit
When it comes time for buying an upgraded or replacement head unit for your vehicle, there are certainly a lot of options to consider. Size, features, compatibility and accessories are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to modern source units. Let’s take a look at some basic radio-buying knowledge and a few […]
Tips On Improving Your Harley-Davidson Sound System
If you are like most people, the first time you rode your Harley-Davidson up the road, you realized the stereo system needed help. A lot of it. You don’t have enough volume to hear the music clearly while at speed, and the sound quality itself is weak and anemic, making it not very enjoyable to […]
OEM Integration – Products To Enhance Your Vehicle
Many customers who come to Driven Sound & Security are looking to upgrade various features of their vehicles. Some want better sound from the audio system. Some are looking for convenience features, such as power window control, door locks or a remote start. Some are looking to stay in touch through Bluetooth systems. No matter […]
Android Auto
A lot of our Driven Sound & Security customers have Android-based smartphones. If you are looking for a way to safely use your Android phone in your vehicle, then you owe it to yourself to check out the Android Auto-equipped multimedia systems from Kenwood. Android phones running Android Version 5.0 (Lollipop) or newer can connect […]
Backup Cameras
Backup cameras are a very popular category at Driven Sound & Security. Our customers often tell us that they wanted a certain feature on their new vehicle, but were not willing to pay $2,000–$5,000 for an option package because it included features they would never use. In most cases, if there is a feature you […]
