Though single-DIN Bluetooth CD radios don’t get talked about as often as their multimedia receiver brethren, products like the Sony MEX-N5300BT remain in high demand. As the premium product just below the GS-Series source units, the MEX-N5300BT is equipped with all the source feature and connectivity requirements you’ll need to ensure that you will be Read More…
Product Spotlight: Sony MEX-M72BT
If you are looking for a marine radio to upgrade the stereo system in your boat, side-by-side or motorcycle, drop by your local car stereo shop and check out the Sony MEX-M72BT CD receiver with Bluetooth. Designed with an easy-to-use interface, this single-DIN radio has all the source and control options you need to make 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 Client Upgrades Porsche Cayman to Apple CarPlay
A client from Chesterfield contacted Extreme Audio about updating the in-dash stereo for his 2008 Porsche Cayman. He explained that he wanted to add Apple’s CarPlay as well as Google’s Android Auto to his Porsche Cayman. As we got to know the client better, we also talked about a backup camera and satellite radio. Our 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…
2015 Can-Am Spyder RS Roadster JL Audio Complete Audio Upgrade
When a client recently called us about what we could do for an audio system on her 2015 Can-Am Spyder RS Roadster, we knew exactly the option we would choose! JL Audio makes what they call a “SlamPak” for that particular bike; specifically a SLPK- CAN-SPYDER1 that’s made for the 2007 and up Can-Am Spyder Read More…
Product Spotlight: Aquatic AV AQ-MP-5UBT-H Harley Stereo
Upgrading Harley-Davidson motorcycle audio systems is one of our specialties here at Extreme Audio. The radios on older Harleys don’t have many features, so we have searched high and low for a suitable Harley stereo replacement and came up with the Aquatic AV AQ-MP-5UBT-H Bluetooth, USB and MP3 media receiver. A Perfect Fit Aquatic AV Read More…
Alpine Restyle Nav Upgrade for GMC Sierra Denali
A client recently came to us from the Brandermill area of Midlothian who apparently had a navigation system already installed in his 2013 GMC Sierra Denali when he purchased it from a dealer, but just couldn’t stand the way it operated. It was very difficult to use and was just not giving him the functionality he Read More…
Awesome Audio Add-ons for 2015 Polaris RZR 900
A client came to our Midlothian location recently, looking to do some audio upgrades to his Polaris RZR. It seems that we had recently done a bunch of upgrades on his friend’s RZR at our Mechanicsville location (you can check it out in our gallery) and his friend had told him we were the guys Read More…
Camaro Z28 Show-Quality Audio System For Orange Client
Extreme Audio draws clients from all over the state of Virginia. Last year, we had a visit from a new client who lived in Orange, VA. He was having a 1971 Camaro Z28 restored, and he and his mechanic had some questions for us about building a Camaro Z28 show-quality audio system that would match Read More…
Bluetooth and USB For Midlothian Victory Cross Country
A client recently came to us with his new 2015 Victory Cross Country looking for an audio solution. The bike had actually come equipped with no radio, but it was set up for iPod control from the handlebar controls. The problem was that he’s an Android user! We set him up with a device that converts Read More…
Glen Allen Client Upgrades Polaris RZR900 Audio System
A repeat client from Glen Allen, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio looking to upgrade his 2013 Polaris RZR900 audio system. He had an existing system in the vehicle, but was unhappy with its performance. When he was off-road, having the time of his life, he felt that the current audio system could not keep up. Read More…
Chesterfield Dodge Owner Gets Ram Upgrades
A client from Chesterfield, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio looking for some 2011 Dodge Ram upgrades in his beautiful Ram 1500 truck. Our team spent time on getting to know the guy to understand his goals for the truck. What we realized after looking it over with him is that he wanted a navigation system and Read More…
Mechanicsville Porsche Gets Boxster Audio System Upgrade
A repeat client from Mechanicsville, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio to upgrade his beautiful 2005 Porsche Boxster audio system. He was also looking to gain integration with his smartphone. One of our team members looked over the vehicle with the client, and listened as he explained his goals for the upgrades. After we reviewed all 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…
Ashland Navigation Client Upgrades to New Technology
An Ashland navigation client came in looking to replace his old Kenwood navigation radio that we installed here at Extreme Audio over 10 years ago. It was the old “flip out” style that fit, but never really looked like it was supposed to be there. Back in those days there were not many options for Read More…
2006 Chaparral 275 Gets Full Wet Sounds Audio System
A client from Doswell, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio looking to refresh and update the marine audio system on his 2006 Chaparral 275. We sat down with the client and discussed how he used the boat, and what improvements he would like to make. We asked him several questions and offered suggestions along the way. Read More…
Mercedes Benz S500 Radio Upgrade for Arlington Client
We were recently contacted by a client with a 2005 Mercedes Benz S500. The display for the radio had stopped working and the client wanted to use the opportunity to upgrade to more current technology. After talking with the client we found out his specific needs and put together a package that would give him Read More…
Richmond Harley Audio Upgrade Creates Radical Improvements
A repeat client from Richmond, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio with his beautiful 2010 Harley Davidson Street Glide, looking to upgrade its audio system. We had performed a Harley audio upgrade on this bike awhile ago, and he came back to us for a serious update. We sat down with the client and went over Read More…
2013 Harley Street Glide Gets Arc Audio And Alpine Upgrade
A repeat client from Ashland, Virginia, came to Extreme Audio wanting to upgrade the audio system on his 2013 Harley Street Glide. We had done a previous upgrade on the audio system, and he came to us for two reasons: He was having issues with the stock Harley radio, and he wanted it to play Read More…
Car Stereo Features You Need To Start Using
No two car stereos are exactly alike, but there are a number of common features that you may not be using to your full advantage. Here’s a look at some features you may be overlooking: The CD Player CD players may seem like a blast from the past, but most modern systems are capable of Read More…
Pontiac GTO Navigation Upgrade Fits Like A Glove
One of our regular clients was ready to step up the Alpine 7″ Double Din navigation he purchased from us some time back. After checking out the space available, we decided it was time to “go big or go home” and we massaged one of the massive Alpine 8″ Navigation screens in there! Our national Read More…
The Buzz Over Bluetooth In Your Vehicle
Most people already know that Bluetooth is a short-range, wireless communications standard and some might even have Bluetooth headphones, game controllers or mobile phone headsets. In the world of car audio and electronics, however, it’s been taken to a whole new level. Bluetooth is a secure, fast and high bandwith option, making it ideal for 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…
Marine Audio: Rugged Audio For Boats, Buggies, Bikes And More
Summer is here, and that means it’s time to get back outside – and take your music with you. The only problem is that most audio gear, like amps and speakers, doesn’t get along too well with water, and the technology isn’t a big fan of sand and dust, either. Luckily, there are solutions. We offer Read More…
Land Rover Audio Upgrade Is The Second For This Ashland Client
A regular client from Ashland, VA stopped by with his new 2006 Land Rover looking to upgrade the audio. We had done a virtually identical model for him before, and he wanted the same setup but this time, with a little bit more kick to it! We started with an Alpine navigation with a 7″ screen in Read More…
Marine Audio Upgrade Rocks This Concept
Did you know that we install a lot of marine audio upgrades at Extreme Audio? A Mechanicsville client recently came in ready to have a stereo and speakers installed into his 2004 Concept, just in time for Memorial Day weekend! After listening to the speakers, and going over the options with James, he decided on a Clarion Read More…
Motorcycle Audio Upgrade Adds Features to Harley Tri Glide
A regular client of ours from Dunnvsille, VA, recently upgraded his factory Harley radio to the new Jensen HDBT1 plug and play Harley replacement radio. It keeps all the factory features like the handlebar controls, and is made to plug and mount directly into the factory location. We added SiriusXM radio, and re-tuned his ARC Read More…
Internet Radio: Opening Pandora On Your Music Box, And Other Streaming Options
If you’ve been shopping for a head unit (also called a deck, AV receiver, stereo or car radio) recently, you may have noticed that a lot of systems are offering internet radio connectivity — often Pandora, although some have apps for Spotify, Grooveshark and other services. How exactly does that work, you might ask yourself? 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…