If you spend any time reading car audio discussions on Facebook or in forums, then you will have undoubtedly come across comments involving the supposed drawbacks of using RCA Y-cables. There seems to be a lot of misconception or misunderstanding about how preamp signals works, and this misinformation leads to comments that aren’t always accurate. […]
A client of ours from Tamaqua contacted Mobile Edge about purchasing some 2006 Chevy Silverado accessories and upgrading the audio system. She had been looking for a truck just like this one for a while. She was very excited to be able to personalize it. We went through our accessory catalogs and demonstrated several products […]
A client from Norristown dropped into Mobile Edge in Lehighton in hopes of improving his 2016 Kia Optima stereo system. He liked the factory source unit and features, and the fact that the steering wheel-mounted audio controls made using the radio simple and safe. With that said, he felt the bass response and the overall […]
In the 80s and 90s, it seemed like car audio installers were often having to resolve noise issues after installing a system that included an amplifier or signal processor. In many cases, the problem was called a ground loop. However, in some cases, the noise was present because one of the signal cables passed by […]
A client from Lansford, PA, came to Mobile Edge with his 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI after reading some of our reviews online. He was interested in adding some bass to the audio system, but didn’t want to give up much of the already-limited storage space in the hatch. We have several “bass packages” at here […]
Awhile ago, a client asked us what you get when you buy a “better” headunit. The usual answer is that you get more features and improved functionality. Those of us with a drive for the ultimate in sound quality and realism from our mobile electronics systems choose products in hopes of them receiving improved sound […]
We all know that the performance of different makes and models of speakers and subwoofers has a dramatic difference in how they sound. When it comes to the installation of subwoofers, the choice of enclosure plays a huge role in the sound of the subwoofer system. In this article, we look at some of the […]
Years ago, car audio specialist retailers were a destination for the latest in source unit technology. Bluetooth, MP3 and WMA playback via USB and GPS-based navigation brought clients in to upgrade their factory radios. In the past few years, these features and more have become standard in many factory infotainment systems. What are car audio […]
Let’s face it: Accidents happen. Minimizing the collateral damage from an accident is important. When you have a mobile electronics system that includes installing an amplifier in your vehicle, a discussion about fuses or circuit protection should take place before the installation begins. Choosing the right device to ensure your system works as intended and […]
