Car audio systems - for beginners

Selecting an ideal car audio & getting it installed properly can be very exciting, though sometimes very confusing. The difficulty arises from staggering number of car audio brands in the market and their jargons. There are also a number of things, that can mislead, such as some of the myths about power ratings, amplification needs, shape of speakers & speaker drivers (2-way, 3-way …etc). Most often people are misguided by greedy car audio dealers, in order to push their products onto them. Only way to make good selection is through understanding of the car audio systems.

In our previous article “Build your ideal car audio system“, we read very basics on how one should go about building an ideal car audio system starting from a factory fitted Car audio system. We also read about, need for better speakers, amplifiers, subwoofers and how to plan the buying.

Mr. Fenil Mehta, of Sound & Acoustics Designs, defines an “ideal” car audio system as…

The “Ideal” car audio system is not necessarily the loudest one, or the most expensive one. It’s the one that best meets your needs.

Slideshow: Building an Ideal Car Audio System

 

Mr. Fenil Mehta has come out with this above presentation which systematically explains the following from a beginner’s perspective:

• How to select a Head Unit?
• Types of Drivers ( Speakers )
• Power and Speaker Myths
• Crossovers( X-overs)
• Amplifiers
• Sound Processors
• Power Supply
• Cables & Wires
• Sound & Vibration Damping

In case of any feedback, questions or suggestions, please reach us through our forum. You can also get guidance or troubleshooting help from the experts and other members in the forum. Listen well!