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…
Full Stereo Upgrade for Henrico Toyota Tundra
A client from Henrico recently dropped into Extreme Audio to talk about upgrading the stereo system in his 2015 Toyota Tundra. As with most factory-installed sound systems, the client wanted the system to sound better and play louder. He was also interested in upgrading to a source unit that included Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 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…
Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-F259
Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian have the new Alpine iLX-F259 digital media receiver in stock. This second-generation “hovering” display radio retains the highly sought-after 9-inch WVGA screen and adjustable mounting system. If you have always wanted a touchscreen radio in your car or truck but don’t have room for a double-DIN solution, the Halo Read More…
Magnificent Audio Upgrade for Amelia Chevrolet Corvette Client
A client from Amelia recently visited Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the car audio system in his C5 Chevrolet Corvette. He wasn’t impressed with the volume capabilities, clarity or bass extension of the factory-installed Bose audio system and wanted to upgrade the technology in the vehicle to include smartphone integration. After inspecting the vehicle, Read More…
Hopewell Client Gets Incredible Audio System for 2017 Jeep Wrangler
A client from Hopewell contacted Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville by e-mail to discuss upgrades to his Jeep Wrangler audio system. The client was stationed in the Middle East and had invested a great deal of time researching the upgrades he wanted. We conversed back and forth over the summer to create the plan for his Read More…
Toyota Tacoma Stealthbox and Source Unit Upgrade for Chesterfield Client
A client from Chesterfield recently contacted Extreme Audio to inquire about a 2018 Toyota Tacoma Stealthbox and source unit upgrade. We talked to the client about the way the system sounds and what he wanted to improve. The idea of adding a subwoofer and upgrading the radio made perfect sense. With the upgrade plan in 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…
Midlothian Client Upgrades Dodge Challenger Source Unit with Halo 9
A Midlothian client recently stopped in, looking to upgrade the stereo in his 2017 Dodge Challenger. The OEM stereo in his Challenger is the 4″ version, which, due to space constraints behind the radio, you can’t normally replace … until now. Earlier this year, Alpine released a new radio commonly referred to as the “Halo Read More…
Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-F309
Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian are excited to introduce the amazing Alpine iLX-F309. The F309, which is also known as HALO9, is a single-DIN multimedia receiver with a unique 9-inch, full-color touchscreen LCD screen. How did Alpine fit a 9-inch display into a single-DIN chassis? Keep reading to find out. HALO9: Alpine iLX-F309 Universal Read More…
Integrate Waze Into Your Vehicle At Extreme Audio
Did you know that Extreme Audio in Midlothian and Mechanicsville can integrate Waze into your vehicle? That’s right! Android Auto includes native support for Waze – allowing you to navigate the roads in the Richmond area, or anywhere in the US or Canada efficiently and safely. Let’s look at why this has become the preeminent Read More…
Product Spotlight: Alpine i207-WRA
If you are fortunate enough to own a 2007 through 2017 JK Wrangler, the new Alpine i207-WRA available at Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian is the ultimate source unit for your Jeep. As with all Alpine Restyle solutions, the kit includes everything we need to install the system in your dash and integrate with 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…
Upgrade Your Vehicle In-Dash Technology at Extreme Audio
Every year, more and more clients from Chesterfield come to Extreme Audio to upgrade the in-dash technology in their vehicle. From basic upgrades like speakers or USB charging ports to a full-blown concert on wheels, we have you covered. CarPlay and Android Auto Headquarters Two of the most exciting technologies for a vehicle today are 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 Audio Upgrades Available At Extreme Audio
Extreme Audio in Mechanicsville and Midlothian knows that the Jeep audio in the Wrangler leaves a lot to be desired. Whether you have the base audio or the premium sound system, when you are driving up the road, you can barely hear your music. Even worse, the music that you are hearing sounds muffled, weak Read More…
Upgrade Your Driving Experience with a New Car Stereo
Every year, more and more clients in Midlothian and Chesterfield County turn to Extreme Audio to upgrade their car stereo systems. Do you have a vehicle that you love, but that lags behind in technology? Maybe you have watched some of the new car commercials on television and want that technology for your vehicle. The Read More…
Why Every Woman Should Have CarPlay And Android Auto
If you are a student, wife, mom or businesswoman, you would love Apple’s Carplay and Android Auto. These technologies allow you to take the conveniences of your smartphone and continue using them while you’re driving. Of course, everything is done in a safe way that allows you to keep your hands on the wheel and Read More…
Can’t See Backing Up? We Can Fix That!
Have you ever had a close call when backing up your vehicle because you can’t see backing up? Probably all of us have had that experience more than once. Extreme Audio is here to help eliminate those close calls for you in the future. For more than 15 years, we have been offering driver safety Read More…
Navigation 101 By Richmond Virginia’s Experts: Extreme Audio
Navigation systems have been a popular upgrade for our clients here at Extreme Audio in Richmond since our inception. In more recent years, people have been asking a lot of questions about whether they should buy installed navigation systems for their dashboards or use the ones on their smartphones. Follow along as we explore the Read More…
Meet Google’s New Technology for Your Vehicle: Android Auto
Do you spend a significant amount of time in your vehicle? Do you rely on your smartphone daily for many of its apps and functions? If your answer is “yes” to either of those questions, Android Auto may just be the new technology for you. Google Connects You To Your Phone While Driving Google has Read More…
Midlothian Clients Get smart fortwo Navigation System
One of our repeat clients from Midlothian recently came in to see us about his 2013 smart fortwo navigation system upgrade. We had already added an Alpine Restyle Navigation to his 2013 GMC Sierra, and he wanted to upgrade the factory radio in his smart car as well. He is going to use the smart Read More…
Richmond Client Gets Jeep Wrangler Multimedia System
A new customer came to Extreme Audio from Richmond, Virginia, asking for a 2006 Jeep Wrangler multimedia system. The vehicle owner runs a networking company and will be using it for marketing purposes at her networking events. After spending time getting to know her, we suggested a new radio, speakers, subwoofer, and some LED lighting Read More…
Midlothian Client Upgrades Mercedes SL500 Navigation
A client came to us from Midlothian, VA to look into upgrading the navigation system that they had installed in their 2005 Mercedes SL500. With the vehicle being a convertible, the old unit wasn’t bright enough when the sun was reflecting off of it, and the touchscreen buttons were a bit too small and difficult Read More…
Nissan Audio Upgrade Improves Commute For Richmond Client
A client from Richmond, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio looking for a dramatic sound quality improvement to his 2015 Nissan Frontier crew cab. He had audio work done to his previous vehicle and liked the sound improvement, but not the installation quality. He found us online and liked what he saw, so he stopped by Read More…
Make The Perfect Summer Playlist
Docks. Boat rides. Road trips. Campfires. So many great things to do on a summer holiday, and so many great excuses to break out your own summer playlist. Music is all about personal taste so we’re not going to give you advice on what to listen to (G Love and the Special Sauce’s new album Read More…
