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Popular Toyota Truck Upgrades for Better Sound, Safety and Style

Toyota Upgrade

Upgrading and personalizing pickup trucks and SUVs like the 4Runner, Tacoma and Tundra can make them not only look great but can increase their functionality. The truck accessory industry is a multi-million-dollar business that includes everything from wheels and tires to tonneau covers, custom lighting, sound system upgrades and remote car starters. Let’s look at Read More…

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Worry About the Car Audio Upgrades that Matter Most

Audio Upgrades

Having the audio system in your car or truck upgraded can be a lot of fun. A subwoofer can add warmth, impact and detail, upgraded amplifiers let you turn the volume up without fear of distortion, new speakers add amazing clarity, and a digital signal processor ensures smooth frequency response and realistic tonal balance. One Read More…

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Custom Stereo Upgrade for Glen Allen Chevy Camaro

Camaro Stereo

A client from Glen Allen visited Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville to inquire about upgrading the stereo in his 2018 Chevy Camaro SS. He already had some audio equipment for the vehicle and wanted our expertise to complete the system design and installation. After inspecting the car and consulting with the client, we came up with Read More…

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A Live Concert Is Not the Reference for Great Sound

A Live Concert Is Not the Reference for Great Sound

If you’ve been an avid reader of BestCarAudio.com, you may have noticed that we never refer to a live concert as being the reference for great sound from your car stereo system. We’ve alluded to concert-level output capabilities to determine how loudly your system will play. We’ve also talked about imaging and staging that describe Read More…

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What Car Speakers Should I Buy for a Specific Style of Music?

What Speakers

Many car audio customers ask if it’s necessary to choose a specific size or type of speaker to play certain kinds of music. Do paper-cone midrange drivers handle classical music better? Do 15-inch subwoofers reproduce kick drums with more accuracy? Let’s take a look at how sound works and explain the benefits and drawbacks of Read More…

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Premium Stereo Upgrade for Midlothian Hyundai Veloster

Veloster Stereo

A client from Midlothian recently visited Extreme Audio in hopes of improving the performance of the stereo in his 2013 Hyundai Veloster. After talking about what he hoped to improve, we offered him the chance to audition several of the upgrades we have available. He was immediately impressed by the improvement in clarity, bass extension Read More…

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Should You Buy a Remote Car Starter from a Car Dealer?

Dealer Remote Starter

Before we dive into a discussion of the potential benefits and drawbacks of purchasing a dealer-installed remote car starter, let’s make it clear that, as they say, your mileage may vary. What we mean is that no two installers will install a car starter the same way, and your car dealer might offer high-quality products Read More…

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Popular Upgrades for Audi Vehicles

Audi Upgrades

If you drive an Audi car or SUV, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of entertainment and safety upgrades. Whether you want to update the technology in an older vehicle, add heated seats to make a cold morning more comfortable or improve the sound system so your music sounds like you are Read More…

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How Do I Make My Car Stereo Sound Better?

How Do I Make My Car Stereo Sound Better

Have you ever asked yourself how you can make your car stereo sound better? It’s not an uncommon question in the mobile enhancement industry. With that said, the answer can be somewhat complicated. In this article, we’ll outline a few key steps to take before heading to your local car stereo shop, and we’ll present Read More…

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Why is This Less Powerful Amplifier More Expensive?

Exensive Amplifier

When it comes to shopping for car audio amplifier upgrades, choosing an expensive amplifier may not mean you get the most power possible for your speakers. Though this statement may seem negative, the reality is that you may have chosen a solution with more features or higher quality over just raw power. Balancing your investment Read More…

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Popular Upgrades for Your Mercedes-Benz Car or SUV

Mercedes Benz Upgrades

Though Mercedes-Benz vehicles are typically well-equipped right off the showroom floor, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of audio and convenience upgrades for them. Whether you want to add a subwoofer to warm up the sound of your stereo or install a remote car starter to take the chill off a cold Read More…

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Popular Audio and Convenience Upgrades for your BMW

BMW Upgrades

When it comes to enhancing or personalizing your BMW, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of upgrades. When it comes to audio systems, BMW sound systems often don’t play loudly enough or have enough bass. They can fix that. If you want a remote car starter, they can add that. Let’s look Read More…

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Popular Upgrades for Ford Pickup Trucks

Ford Upgrades

Widely recognized as the top-selling pickup truck in North America, Ford F-Series pickup trucks see an array of upgrades and accessories that is nothing short of impressive. From subwoofer and speaker upgrades to lighting, running boards, backup cameras and more, if there’s a feature you want in your Ford, your local specialty mobile enhancement retailer Read More…

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Test Drive Your New Radio Before You Buy

Radio Test Drive

When it comes to purchasing a new radio for your car or truck, one of the most important steps is trying out the new radio. This process involves three key elements: the interface, support for your digital media and how your smartphone connects to the radio. Let’s take a close look at each of these Read More…

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Sound-Deadening Products Offer a Better Driving Experience

Sound Deadening

Car audio enthusiasts are very familiar with the ways sound deadening can improve the performance of a car stereo system. Many of us have heard interactive displays at our local specialty mobile enhancement retailer that demonstrate the improvement in bass response that a treated door has compared to one that’s, well, naked. Let’s take a Read More…

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Rockford Fosgate and JL Audio Upgrade for 2004 Honda Goldwing

2004 Honda Goldwing

A client from Manassas recently contacted our Mechanicsville location, looking to upgrade the audio in his 2004 Honda Goldwing. The Goldwing OEM system includes a radio and two speakers, but has very low power and small speakers. It certainly has a hard time keeping up with the wind and engine noise. To get more volume, Read More…

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Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX8000

Sony-XAV-AX8000

Fans of big screens, rejoice! Sony is now shipping the XAV-AX8000 media receiver, and it comes with a massive 8.95-inch touchscreen. Designed to fit into single-DIN ISO-mount radio locations, this receiver is based on the highly respected XAV-AX5000 platform to deliver all the entertainment you could ever want in your car, truck or SUV. Flexible Read More…

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Popular Upgrades for Tesla Vehicles

Tesla

Though Tesla cars and SUVs are equipped with many amazing features, a host of aftermarket upgrades are available to make owning and driving them safer and even more enjoyable. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most popular entertainment and safety enhancements you can make to your Model S, Model X or Model Read More…

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2015 Mazda CX-9 Gets Technology Upgrade for Easy Smartphone Use

2015 Mazda CX-9

A client from Moseley recently visited our Midlothian location with his 2015 Mazda CX9, looking to upgrade the technology. The Mazda was lacking in overall features like Bluetooth audio streaming and navigation. After reviewing the options available, we could see that his CX-9 was a prime candidate for one of the new “floating tablet”-style radios. Read More…

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Product Spotlight: Compustar 2-Way R3 with LTE

RFX-P2WR3-SS

For 2020, Compustar, the world leader in remote car starter solutions, has upped its game by including a DroneMobile X1-LTE module with all of its 2-way remote bundles. For this spotlight, we are going to look at the RFX-P2WR3-SS Pro 2-way R3 with LTE package that features a single-button, long-range remote control and one of Read More…

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Premium Stereo Upgrade for Colonial Heights Dodge Charger

Charger Stereo

A longtime client of Extreme Audio recently contacted us to plan a stereo system upgrade for his 2018 Dodge Charger. We have installed sound systems in the client’s previous vehicles, including a Lexus and a Chrysler 300. Some of the equipment for this system was in those previous builds. After confirming our understanding of the Read More…

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Decatur Client Upgrades Tundra with Audio and Accessories

Tundra Accessories

A client from Decatur contacted Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the audio system and adding several accessories to his 2019 Toyota Tundra. We usually start by asking our clients what they like about the factory sound system. In this case, it became clear that we would be upgrading everything, including the source unit, to Read More…

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A Look at Some of the Popular Music Streaming Services

Music Streaming

For most of us, streaming the genre of music we want from an online service is the way to go. Whether we’re in the office, at home or in the car, access to millions of songs is always just a click away. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular music streaming services Read More…

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Product Spotlight: ARC Audio X2 Speakers

X2-62-Complete

The X2 Series speakers from ARC Audio are designed as a high-performance drop-in upgrade for the factory-installed speakers that came with your car or truck. This speaker series was designed based on feedback from ARC Audio retailers around the world to deliver impressive quality and value. With a total of nine models, including a pair Read More…

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Popular Accessories and Upgrades for Ram Trucks

Popular Accessories and Upgrades for Ram Trucks

Whether you own a brand-new Ram Rebel or a classic Dodge 1500 pickup, your local mobile enhancement specialist carries a variety of accessories and upgrades that can improve the functionality of your vehicle and your enjoyment of it. If you love music, a speaker or subwoofer upgrade can transform your listening experience. If you use Read More…

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Stereo System Upgrade for Mechanicsville BMW 5-Series

5-Series Stereo

The owner of this 2015 5-Series BMW contacted the team at Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville to inquire about upgrading the factory stereo system. After talking with the client about what he liked about the sound system and what he wanted to improve, we inspected the 528i to confirm which audio system it came with. Armed Read More…

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Great Car Audio Starts With High Resolution Music

HiRes

When it comes to recreating music in our cars, the weakest link in the chain will be the downfall of the entire system. Knowing this, if we start with the best recordings possible, the chances of our music sounding more realistic and lifelike increase astronomically. The equipment required to record, master and distribute high-resolution music Read More…

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Popular Chevy and GMC Truck Upgrades

GMC Truck

When it comes to personalizing your Chevrolet or GMC truck, your local specialist mobile enhancement retailer offers a variety of stereo system, convenience and functionality upgrades to make your vehicle suit your needs and tastes. These upgrades can make your pickup truck more comfortable in hot or cold weather, allow you to store equipment safely Read More…

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Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX7000

XAV-AX7000

Sony car audio continues to introduce new multimedia receivers with features that everyone, from the car audio enthusiast to the daily commuter, loves. The latest addition is the double-DIN XAV-AX7000 that features a new 6.95-inch bright touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration and Sony’s High Power 45 watts-per-channel RMS amplifier for amazing sound! Read More…

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Newtown GMC Sierra Denali Stereo System Upgrade

Denali Stereo

A client from Newtown recently contacted Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the stereo in his 2015 GMC Sierra Denali pickup truck. The client had already upgraded the truck with new wheels and tires, a suspension lift and running boards. He came to us for help making the audio system sound great, and he wanted Read More…

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