A client from Bainbridge recently dropped by Precision Audio to inquire about upgrading the stereo system in his 2015 Chevy Silverado. After giving the vehicle a once-over, we talked with the client about what he liked about the way the factory-installed audio system worked and what he wanted to upgrade. Armed with that information, we […]
Smartphone Versus Built-in Navigation – Which Is Best?
There’s no denying the convenience of having a navigation system in your vehicle, whether it’s smartphone-based or built into your radio. With the nearly instant popularity of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, smartphone-connected radios are quickly replacing built-in navigation solutions as the upgrade of choice. The question is, which is the better navigation solution? Let’s […]
Backup Camera and Kenwood CarPlay Upgrades for 2008 Toyota Sienna
One of our local residents of Bainbridge came to us with his 2008 Toyota Sienna, looking for a navigation system with a built-in Apple CarPlay unit. The client is a local contractor and frequently sends business to us at Precision Audio for both his personal and business vehicles, so he knew he could trust our […]
Tools of the Trade – The Digital Multimeter
Our continuing look at the tools a mobile enhancement technician should have at his or her disposal brings us to the ever-important digital multimeter. In the same way that an RTA or oscilloscope is needed to measure and quantify alternating-current signals, a high-quality multimeter is the only way to accurately quantify a DC or fixed-frequency […]
How Does a Car Audio Amplifier Work – The Class AB Output Stage
As we continue our look at how car audio amplifiers work, let’s discuss how the classic Class AB amplifier output stage works and explain why it’s still the benchmark for high-end audio systems. How Does a Class AB Output Stage Work? We recently looked at the power supply, the input stage and how Class D […]
