Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian have the new Wet Sounds SHIVR Bluetooth Soundbar Coolers in stock. These high-quality coolers are built around a 58-quart ice chest and feature an integrated six-speaker sound bar with a battery-powered DSP-equipped amplifier to make your next tailgating party, BBQ or day at the beach sound great. Premium Drink Read More…
South Chesterfield Yamaha YXZ Owner Upgrades Stereo System
A client from South Chesterfield recently contacted Extreme Audio to discuss the options for adding a stereo system to his new 2019 Yamaha YXZ 1000R SS SE side-by-side. Since the vehicle didn’t come with an audio system, he wanted something that would sound great, play loud and look cool at the same time. After inspecting Read More…
Custom Audio System and Lighting for Midlothian Can-Am Maverick
The team at Extreme Audio in Midlothian wanted to create something special in terms of an audio system and lighting package for our 2016 Can-Am Maverick X ds 1000R Turbo side-by-side demo vehicle. We’ve seen a steady increase in the popularity of powersports audio systems, and given our experience with motorcycle stereo upgrades, we wanted Read More…
Stereo System Upgrade for 2019 Polaris RZR from Colonial Heights
A client from Colonial Heights recently contacted the team at Extreme Audio about adding a stereo system to his brand-new 2019 Polaris RZR XP 1000 side-by-side. The owner wanted a sound system that would be clearly audible, even with the 1 liter engine at redline, and rocks and gravel flying everywhere. He also wanted something Read More…
Sylvan Pontoon Boat Audio Upgrade for Manakin Sabot Client
A client from Manakin Sabot recently contacted the team at Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the audio system on his Sylvan pontoon boat. The client wanted a sound system that would play loudly, deliver better bass response and be able to stream music from his smartphone. After inspecting the boat, we proposed upgrading the Read More…
Richmond Client Adds Ford F-250 Safety Lighting Solution
A long-time client from Richmond recently contacted Extreme Audio to inquire about adding safety lighting and a 120 volt power inverter to his new 2019 Ford F-250 work truck. We’ve worked on many vehicles for this client over the years and were happy to design an LED strobe light system to keep him safe while Read More…
Trust the Harley-Davidson Audio Experts at Extreme Audio
When it comes to upgrading the audio system on Touring-class motorcycles like the Harley-Davidson Road Glide and Street Glide, you can save a lot of money by having Extreme Audio near Richmond perform the installation. Even with bike-specific kits that include wire harnesses, mounting brackets, amplifiers and speakers, knowing how to take the bike apart, Read More…
Why Choose Extreme Audio for your Powersports Stereo System
When it comes to powersports stereo system upgrades, nobody in the Richmond area offers the value, performance and reliability of an upgrade from Extreme Audio. Our teams in Midlothian and Mechanicsville have designed, installed and tuned hundreds of powersports sound systems. Whether you need a new set of speakers, a radio upgrade that offers the Read More…
Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Technology Upgrade for North Chesterfield Client
A client from North Chesterfield recently stopped by our Midlothian store, looking to update the stereo in his 2005 Mercedes SLK350. He’d seen a bunch of our recent Mercedes work, so he knew it was a task we were well-prepared to handle. Mercedes vehicles that come equipped with the Harmon Kardon system require a few Read More…
Product Spotlight: Alpine PXE-0850S
The new Alpine PXE-0850S wireless digital signal processor is now available at Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian. If you are looking for a way to improve the realism and accuracy of your factory or aftermarket audio system, you will want to drop by one of our stores to check out this new processor from Read More…
Chesterfield Client Upgrades 2005 Supra Boat Audio System
A client from Chesterfield recently stopped in, looking to do some upgrades to his 2005 Supra boat audio system. The tower speakers that were originally installed on the boat were in rough shape, and with everyone in the family at 6 ft+, they were tired of ducking to keep from hitting their heads. We removed Read More…
Harley-Davidson Road Glide Audio Upgrade for Richmond Client
A client from Richmond recently visited Extreme Audio to discuss upgrading his 2005 Harley-Davidson Road Glide audio system. For most enthusiasts, the factory sound systems on Harley cruisers simply aren’t up to the task of sounding good at highway speeds. This client was clear that he wanted something loud, but he didn’t want the bike Read More…
Midlothian Client Adds JL Audio to Polaris RZR Audio System
A client from Midlothian dropped by Extreme Audio to pick up some 2017 Polaris Ranger RZR audio system components he had purchased through JL Audio’s website. Extreme Audio happened to be close to where the client lived, so when we saw the order come through, we invited him to the shop to pick up Read More…
Chesterfield Client Gets Mercedes-Benz SL500 Apple CarPlay Radio
A client from Chesterfield recently contacted Extreme Audio about a 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Apple CarPlay upgrade. The client’s wife really likes the CarPlay interface and wanted it in her sport coupe. We had a look at the vehicle, then proposed the Alpine iLX-107 wireless CarPlay solution. The client loved the plan and gave us Read More…
Mercedes GL350 Radio with Apple CarPlay for Midlothian Client
A client from Midlothian recently visited Extreme Audio about a 2012 Mercedes GL350 radio upgrade. The client wanted a better way to use his smartphone while driving. We showed him the Sony XAV-AX100 and offered to let him connect his phone to it so he could see how easy it is to use. The client Read More…
Reference-level GMC Sierra Denali Stereo Upgrade by Extreme Audio
A client from the Richmond area was at Extreme Audio to ask a few questions when the conversation turned to his 2017 GMC Sierra Denali’s stereo system. The original purpose of his visit was to ask about a subwoofer for his other truck, but we got talking about premium audio systems. We invited the client Read More…
Product Spotlight: Aquatic AV AQ-MP-5BT-H
Owners of 1998 through 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycles who are looking for great radio upgrades should check out the Aquatic AV AQ-MP-5BT-H at Extreme Audio in Midlothian or Mechanicsville. This radio is designed as a drop-in replacement for the factory radio on these motorcycles. Keep reading to find out more about this unique source unit. Digital Read More…
Chevrolet Camaro Radio Upgrade for Midlothian Repeat Client
A previous client from Midlothian stopped by to see us recently. We had installed an Alpine 8″ Navigation to his Ford truck, and now he was looking for a new navigation system and backup camera for his wife’s 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Edition. This car is his wife’s baby, so she was definitely concerned about Read More…
Chesterfield Car Stereo Pros, Extreme Audio
Extreme Audio serves Midlothian, Mechanicsville and Chesterfield car stereo and vehicle accessory clients with the best products and service in the Richmond area. Our team of highly skilled auto sound experts is available to upgrade the sound system in your car, truck, motorcycle or boat with the best products on the market. Let’s look at Read More…
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Accessory Upgrades for Midlothian Client
A client from Midlothian contacted Extreme Audio by e-mail to inquire about some 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited accessory and audio upgrades. After he looked through our online gallery, we arranged for a face-to-face meeting with the client. We showed him several of the products that Alpine has developed specifically for the Wrangler. He loved the Read More…
NauticStar Audio System for Chesterfield Marine Client
A client from Chesterfield looking to update his NauticStar boat’s stereo system visited our Midlothian location. His existing marine stereo was defective, and he wanted to add something that would give him Bluetooth hands-free as well. He decided on a Clarion marine radio, the M505, and we installed it quickly so he could hit the Read More…
Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-107
Here at Extreme Audio, we are always on the lookout for new technologies that will meet the needs of our clients. As an example, Alpine has been a leader in car audio for decades and just introduced the new Alpine iLX-107 – the first Wireless CarPlay source unit on the market. What Exactly is Wireless Read More…
Williamsburg Jeep Owner Starts Wrangler Upgrades with Alpine Restyle
A client from Williamsburg, Virginia, contacted us here at Extreme Audio about getting some Jeep Wrangler upgrades for his 2017 model vehicle. He had done a significant amount of research regarding what he wanted and who he wanted to install the system. We were able to schedule an appointment for the client so he could Read More…
What is Bluetooth?
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 Read More…
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 Read More…
Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX100 Media Receiver
Sony, one of the industry leaders in the design and manufacture of car audio products, recently launched their XAV-AX100 Media Receiver with Bluetooth. The XAV-AX100 is Sony’s first head unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Let’s see what makes this Double-DIN such a major success. Design and Interface The XAV-AX100 features a double-DIN front Read More…
Jeep Wrangler Upgrades Take it to the Next Level
Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian sees lots of Jeep Wranglers in our facilities. Our clients have come to know if cool new Jeep Wrangler upgrades are available for their vehicle, chances are we have them. One of the benefits of doing business with us is our high level of standards. If something new comes Read More…
Richmond Client Improves Daughter’s Jeep Wrangler Backup Safety
A repeat client from Richmond e-mailed recently about improving his daughter’s 2011 Jeep Wrangler backup safety. She was going away for college, and he wanted to add a backup camera and some sort of navigation capability to it. They had read a bit about Apple CarPlay, and thought that seemed like the perfect option for Read More…
Mechanicsville Client Adds Pioneer CarPlay Solution to Ford F-150
A client stopped by with a 2014 Ford F-150, looking to make some technology upgrades to it – something with navigation that could tie into the existing reverse camera and also maybe CarPlay. After going through the many options available, the client chose a Pioneer AVIC-7200NEX was the navigation system. The Pioneer is a feature-filled Read More…
Chevy Camaro Audio Upgrade For Midlothian Client
The Chevy Camaro is definitely a “cool” car if you’re a Chevy person (we know, we know, Ford fans). When a new client from Midlothian stopped by with his clean 2014 Camaro, the one thing lacking was great-sounding audio. He came to the right place! We started with a new Pioneer NEX head unit that Read More…
