When you build a custom high quality stereo system, something to avoid is running your battery flat while listening to your sounds with the engine off. The last thing you want is your mum or significant other having to drive over and jump start your struggling charging system. (more…)

Wondering if its ok to run your 600watt sub off your 200watt amp? Or what will happen if you put 2000watts into your 150watt 12″ sub? Very few people have or want matched power ratings. We give you the advantages/disadvantages and hazards of these situations. (more…)

Finding the true power potential from a given audio component is not as simple as it may seem. In their attempt to make commission, salesmen often overwhelm customers with all sorts of make believe power ratings, while some manufactures do little to help the situation. The solution? We tidy up all the terms and reveal the truth. (more…)

If you find yourself confused about power ratings at 4ohms versus power ratings at 2ohms, or how best to wire your speakers to your amplifiers to get the most out of them, then this is the article for you! (more…)

Ever wondered what all that “high-pass”, “low-pass”, “band-pass” buzz was all about? We clear a few things up with regards to crossovers in car audio. (more…)

Alternator noise and induced system noise are unwanted and are a problem to diagnose in car audio setups. The more components you have the more chance you will encounter this in your system. This noise is usually caused by an incorrect installation due to lack of knowledge of the installer. This article will hopefully clear up some of the problems that can occur in car audio installs and help you counteract system noise within your car. (more…)