A client from Chesterfield recently contacted Extreme Audio to inquire about upgrading the radio in his Jeep Wrangler to include Apple CarPlay. After seeing all the Jeep-specific upgrades available from Alpine, the client decided that new speakers, a subwoofer and a five-channel amp would make driving his off-roader much more enjoyable. Alpine Restyle Jeep Radio 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…
A Glen Allen Client Chooses Extreme Audio for Jeep Wrangler Upgrades
The owner of this Jeep Wrangler lives in Glen Allen and recently visited Extreme Audio to discuss an audio system upgrade. We listened to his performance goals and had a look at the vehicle to determine the best approach to meeting his expectations. After letting him listen to a few speaker options in our store, 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…
Mercedes SLK55 Audio and Lighting Upgrades for Midlothian Client
A client from Midlothian recently visited Extreme Audio to discuss upgrading his 2005 Mercedes SLK55 audio system. The client was interested in updating the technology in his luxury roadster and adding a few personal touches in the form of custom lighting. We talked to the client about the features he wanted and his goals for 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…
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…
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…
Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-207
Extreme Audio in Midlothian and Mechanicsville is proud to announce that we have the Alpine iLX-207 digital media receiver in stock! We have been anxiously waiting for this unit since it was first announced at the 2017 CES show in Las Vegas. Let’s take a look at what this 7-inch mechless audio video receiver has 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…
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…
2016 Toyota Prius Radio Upgrade for Richmond Client
A client from Richmond e-mailed us, looking to upgrade the stereo in her 2016 Prius Two. The Prius had come with a radio that had the LCD screen and backup camera, but didn’t have the navigation and satellite radio that she wanted. We did a little research on the vehicle,and set up a time for 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 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…
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…
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…
Mechanicsville Jeep Wrangler Gets CarPlay Radio
At Extreme Audio, we love trucks. Whenever there is a truck show around, you will usually find us there. We have a great time riding around in our tricked out golf cart. The owner of this Jeep Wrangler contacted us after seeing our golf cart at a recent truck show. He wanted to add to Read More…
Apple CarPlay: What You Need To Know
Almost one out of every five Americans uses an iPhone these days, which means there’s a huge built-in audience out there for Apple CarPlay — an add-on to car audio receivers that syncs with your iPhone to bring Siri, hands-free calling, Maps, Music, Messages, and other features to your dashboard. If you’re an iPhone owner, Read More…
Apple CarPlay Now Available In The Richmond Market
Extreme Audio is pleased to announce the long awaited introduction of Apple’s CarPlay software for the automobile. This is revolutionary software that allows many of the most popular functions of an iPhone 5 or newer running iOS 7.1 or later to be voice controlled through Siri. The operation is incredibly easy. You plug your Lightning 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…
