A client from Chesterfield with a 1932 Ford Pickup needed a new radio, but wanted to avoid modifying the truck to accommodate it. He wanted to keep the factory dash intact, and not cause any damage that might decrease the value of this beautiful ride. We got right to work with a plan. After going Read More…
Modern Stereo Upgrade for Classic Midlothian Ford F-150 Pickup Truck
A client from Midlothian recently contacted the team at Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the stereo in the 1985 Ford F-150 that he’s been restoring. The client found out about us when he was at his dentist’s office, which we had supplied with face shields earlier in 2020 to help protect the staff from Read More…
Custom Stereo for Chesterfield ’55 Bel Air Hot Rod
A client from Chesterfield was referred to our team at Extreme Audio for the installation of a stereo in his custom 1955 Chevy Bel Air hot rod. After looking at some of the projects we’ve completed and reading our client reviews, he was confident that we could fulfill his requirements. His Bel Air boasts an Read More…
Ford F-150 Lightning Stereo System for Richmond Enthusiast
A client from Richmond recently returned to Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading his 1994 Ford F-150 Lightning with a new stereo system. This client loves these hot rod trucks and has owned several of them. We upgraded his 2002 Lightning a while back with a full custom audio system installation. For this truck, he Read More…
But the Box Power Ratings Say This Subwoofer Will Handle 1,000 Watts!
There is no car audio topic more confusing and inconsistent than speaker power ratings. The fact is, the methods developed to test speakers are quite simple and reliable. If the speaker passes the test, print the number. A long time ago, some unknown manufacturer felt it was important to tell consumers that their speaker would Read More…
7 things to Consider When Improving Your Classic Car Audio
You have worked long and hard to get your pride and joy rebuilt. The paint is buttery smooth, the engine purrs like a kitten, and the interior smells of fresh carpet and leather. You stand back, enjoying her beauty. It’s time to go for a cruise. Roll down the windows, pull out on the freeway Read More…
It’s Smart to Purchase Your Audio Gear From the Shop Installing It
In the “old days” if you wanted to buy something, you went to a store. Now, with the increasing popularity of online shopping, mobile electronics enthusiasts have a seemingly unlimited number of options where they buy the audio gear they want. In this article, we will discuss some of the benefits of purchasing your equipment Read More…
Hot Rod, RestoMod, and Restoration Source Unit Options
The stereotypical image of a “Woody” station wagon with a surfboard on the roof is missing one critically important element to make it part of the perfect day on the beach: an audio system. In the 1960s, the aftermarket car audio scene was weak. Compared to now, there weren’t any options for source units, speakers Read More…
What Is Signal-To-Noise Ratio, And Why Does It Matter?
Most people understand the importance of amplifier power specifications. In most cases, more power is a good thing, that is, until you reach the thermal or suspension limits of the speakers you are using. One specification that is also very important in a mobile electronics amplifier, processor or source unit is Signal-to-Noise Ratio. In this Read More…
Beautiful Classic Car Build in 1968 Chevy Camaro
Extreme Audio is happy to work with any client who approaches us. We especially love classic car builds. In the case of this 1968 Camaro RS, there were two clients: John’s Classic Restoration and the owner of the vehicle. John’s was tasked with completely restoring this vehicle. This included replacing the entire floor, trunk floor, Read More…
1968 Chevrolet Camaro Audio Upgrade For Sandston Client
A Sandston client came to us recently with a beautiful 1968 Camaro looking to update the audio system. We had installed a radio with bluetooth in his van, and he wanted to update the Camaro to have the same types of features, before passing it down to his grandson (lucky guy!). We took out the Read More…