Your car and its carplay stereo technology are important to you, and you want to make sure that every dollar you spend on it is worth it. When speaking with a professional technician, owners should be able to easily ask questions and learn about their new equipment. Don't let shyness stop you from asking questions. Only by asking these questions will you be able to fully understand your stereo. Read on to learn what to consider when upgrading your stereo.

 

Components in a Car Stereo System

 

It's completely normal to want to know more about which components to upgrade or add. We've provided a brief description of these parts below.

 

Mainframe

The term "mainframe" refers to the control panel on the dashboard that operates your car's audio system. In most modern vehicles, the audio main unit consists of a tablet or screen that displays the time and other information - the song you're listening to, the weather forecast, GPS, or other applications.

 

Speakers

Speakers rely on amplified electrical signals to produce sound. Technically, a loudspeaker is any audio device that converts signals into pressure or energy by pushing back and forth on an object called a "loudspeaker cone" (the vibration that actually produces sound).

 

Amplifier

The amplifier plays the role of the speaker's "partner". This is because most speakers can't play music or audio at high volumes. An amplifier boosts the audio signal to a higher voltage to produce crisp, clear audio at a higher volume.

 

Subwoofer

While amplifiers enhance the audio signal overall, subwoofers improve the sound of the bass. This is the most difficult part of the audio to deal with, as turning on low-quality bass without a subwoofer sounds low and unpleasant.

 

 

Questions you should ask

 

What will the upgrade sound like?

You want to make sure that the audio technicians you are working with know what they are doing. Ask them to describe the end result of their efforts. This way, you will ensure that you do have a reasonable end goal.

What can I do to prevent damage?

Audio technology is sensitive. A small problem can affect the overall quality of the sound produced by your system. Getting to know your technician can tell you about error prevention.

What if I find damage?

There are two good reasons to ask this question. First, you will learn simple techniques that can be used to ensure proper maintenance of your audio system.

Second, you will learn if your installer has any warranty or maintenance options.

Is buying new audio risky?

Your technician should not simply answer "yes" or "no," instead, they should further explain what to expect from your vehicle's system and what you should be looking for.

Ultimately, upgrading to a new audio system can change your driving experience. However, you should be aware of what upgrades are being performed. Because you are the owner of the vehicle. Contact our technicians to find out what's in our car audio and you won't be lost.