There’s nothing quite like spending a sunny day out on the water, and having the right soundtrack only enhances the experience. Whether you’re hosting a dockside gathering or enjoying a peaceful solo cruise, upgrading your boat’s stereo system can take your time on the water to another level. But unlike in a car, audio equipment Read More…
Extreme Audio Turns 25: A Journey from Passion to Powerhouse
In 1999, Mike Bartells decided it was time to take complete control over his car audio career. With eight years of experience working for a local car stereo shop, Mike took a leap of faith and signed a lease to take over a defunct car dealership. He and his installer launched Extreme Audio on Broad Read More…
Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate Polaris Ranger Roof Audio Systems
Polaris Rangers are among the most popular side-by-sides for work applications. Rockford Fosgate, a leader in motorsports audio systems, has just introduced three stunning roof-mount audio solutions that will transform these vehicles into a concert on wheels. All three options include speakers and amplification in custom enclosures. Let’s check them out! Rockford Fosgate Polaris Ranger Read More…
A Look at Shopping for Wakeboard Tower Speakers for Your Boat
If your family and friends enjoy wakeboarding or waterskiing, you may have considered adding a set of wakeboard tower speakers to your boat. These marine audio speaker systems are designed to project sound to the person at the end of the tow rope rather than fill the boat with sound. Their design is often unique, Read More…
Stereo and Lighting Upgrade for Four Winns H260
The owner of this magnificent 2020 Four Winns H260 recently contacted Extreme Audio in Midlothian to ask about upgrading the audio system and adding lighting. He made it quite clear that he wanted people to see and hear the boat from the other side of the lake. We inspected the existing audio gear to see Read More…
Wet Sounds Stereo Upgrade for Charlottesville Yamaha 252SD
A client from up in Charlottesville recently contacted the team at Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the stereo system on his 2021 Yamaha 252SD bowrider. The boat comes with a reasonable Wet Sounds audio system with control integrated into the cool Yamaha Connext touchscreen and three pair of speakers spread throughout the hull. However, Read More…
Product Spotlight: Rockford Fosgate M5-1500X Marine/Powersports Amp
Whether you have a Jeep that gets muddy, a side-by-side that thinks it’s a part-time submarine, or a boat that’s always getting swamped, Rockford Fosgate’s M5-1500X5 powersports amplifier can be the heart of an impressive audio system upgrade. This five-channel amplifier can deliver the power your speakers need to reproduce audio with amazing clarity while Read More…
What Exactly Does Marine-Grade Audio Mean?
If you’re shopping for audio upgrades for your boat, motorcycle or side-by-side, you’ll often hear the term “marine-grade” thrown around. While the definition depends on the product category and the manufacturer, in most cases that product was designed with enhanced features that will allow it to last longer when used outdoors. In this article, Read More…
Stereo Upgrade for 2016 Ashland Tidewater Center Console Boat
A client from Ashland recently contacted Extreme Audio about upgrading the audio system in his 2016 Tidewater center console boat. The vessel came with a Polk Audio source unit and unbranded speakers. However, as with most boat owners, he wanted the system to play more loudly, sound better and deliver dramatically improved bass output. After Read More…
Upgrade Your Boat with Light for Function and Style
If you’ve looked at a new boat recently, then you know that lighting has become an integral part of marine design. Aside from the standard red and green navigation lights and a white stern light, custom lighting solutions are a huge industry, and they can make your boat look amazing! Let’s look at some of Read More…
Audio and Lighting Upgrades for 2012 Kawasaki Ultra 300x Jet Ski
One of our repeat clients from North Prince George brought his 2012 Kawasaki Ultra 300x jet ski in for audio and lighting upgrades. We had done a lot of RGB LED lighting upgrades for him on his truck in the past and he wanted to add some of that to the jet ski. He also Read More…
Major Audio System for 2015 Sea Hunt 234 Ultra Fishing Boat
The owner of this gorgeous 2015 Sea Hunt 234 Ultra fishing boat contacted Extreme Audio in Midlothian to inquire about installing a premium sound system. This boat came with an Infinity radio and two sets of speakers. The older radio was having trouble pairing to the client’s Bluetooth phone, and the speakers were wearing out. Read More…
Modern Marine Radio Options for Your Boat or UTV
Marine radio designs and features have come a long way. Years ago, when Clarion introduced the first marine radios to the world, they were enhanced versions of Clarion’s car stereo solutions. Soon after, water-resistant faces were added to allow the radios to stay outside in the cockpit all year long. Over the next few decades, Read More…
Why Do Marine Audio Installations Take Longer?
Upgrading the stereo system on your boat with new speakers, high-power amplifiers and subwoofers is a great way to make a day on the water a lot more fun. Just be aware that the behind-the-scenes work involved in these installations can take more time and is a lot more complicated than the equivalent work on Read More…
Stereo Upgrade for Midlothian Sun Tracker Party Barge
A client from Midlothian recently contacted the team at Extreme Audio to see if we could upgrade the stereo on his 2020 Sun Tracker Party Barge pontoon boat in time for the long July 4th weekend. After he auditioned several speakers and subwoofer options in our store, we designed a sound system that would provide Read More…
Williamsburg Boater Doubles Down on Yamaha 212X Stereo System
A client from Williamsburg traveled up to Extreme Audio in Midlothian to have us upgrade the stereo system in his 2019 Yamaha 212X jet boat. He had seen the Yamaha 242E upgrade we posted on our website a few months ago and liked that we knew how to work with the existing Wet Sounds equipment that Read More…
SeaDoo Stereo For Richmond Powersports Enthusiast
A Richmond-based client of Extreme Audio recently contacted our team to inquire about upgrading the stereo on his 2019 SeaDoo RXT-X. There was an existing system on the SeaDoo, but he was always having problems with it. He wanted it removed and replaced with something that sounded great and offered excellent reliability. After going over Read More…
Sony and Arc Audio Upgrade for North Dinwiddie 2011 Kawasaki Vaquero
A repeat client from North Dinwiddie stopped back by our Midlothian location recently to discuss a second upgrade to his 2011 Kawasaki Vaquero. We’d previously installed new speakers, an amplifier and a Bluetooth device to the OEM stereo. He was looking for a little better sound and more output. We installed a new Sony DSX-M55BT Read More…
Rockford Fosgate and JL Audio Upgrade for 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…
Wet Sounds Audio Upgrade for 2019 Club Car Golf Cart
One of our regular clients from Midlothian brought in his 2019 Club Car Onward golf cart this past summer. We’ve done a bunch of lighting work for the company he works for, and he was interested in adding a sound system to the Club Car and was looking for options. After looking at the available Read More…
Product Spotlight: Wet Sounds SHIVR Coolers
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…
Stereo System Upgrade for Yamaha 242E Sport Boat
A client from Midlothian recently contacted the team at Extreme Audio for help improving the sound quality of the stereo system on his 2019 Yamaha 242X E-Series wake boat. The boat came with a fairly elaborate Wet Sounds audio system that is controlled by the 12-inch Connext touchscreen display at the helm. Even though the 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…
Marine Audio Systems Done Right the First Time at Extreme Audio
When it comes to installing marine audio systems, the installation teams at Extreme Audio in Midlothian and Mechanicsville ensure that everything is done right, the very first time. We see a lot of installations performed by backyard mechanics and unqualified technicians that put the reliability of our clients’ boats at risk. Nobody wants to end Read More…
Mechanicsville Client Gets Rinker Captiva Marine Audio System
At the suggestion of another boat owner in his marina, a client from Mechanicsville recently visited Extreme Audio in search of a sound system upgrade for his Rinker Captiva 232. This new client wanted to improve the sound of his existing audio system with a subwoofer and add rear-facing speakers so they can listen to Read More…
Midlothian Mastercraft X2 Marine Audio Overhaul
A client from Midlothian recently contacted Extreme Audio for help with his 2005 Mastercraft X2 marine audio system. The client had just purchased the boat and, as you can see, wanted the installation cleaned up and made safer. After reviewing the functionality of the system and discussing the features the client wanted, we offered a 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…
Church Road Client Upgrades 2005 Maxum Boat Audio System
A regular client of ours recently stopped by with his 2005 Maxum boat, looking to make some serious audio upgrades. We’d previously upgraded a couple of his motorcycles, and his truck, so he knew we were the ones to take care of the boat. After scoping out the existing system, we decided that the best Read More…
Product Spotlight: ARC Audio Moto 600.4
When it comes to upgrading audio systems on Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Extreme Audio near Richmond chooses the ARC Audio Moto 600.4 amplifier. This compact amplifier is designed specifically to fit inside the fairing of Road Glide, Street Glide and Electra Glide motorcycles and produces an impressive 150 watts per channel. The Moto 600.4 is the most Read More…
JL Audio MX Amplifiers Are Perfect for Powersports and Marine Use
When it comes to marine and powersports applications, the staff at Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian choose JL Audio MX amplifiers. These amplifiers are designed to produce great sound from an extremely compact package that fits where conventional amps are simply too large. Let’s look at what separates these compact amplifiers from other products Read More…