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Alpine Car Subwoofers: Quality And Affordability

Alex Bhaswara — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:38:34 +0000

Alpine Electronics was founded in 1967 in Tokyo, Japan as part of the Japanese Alps Electric Co, which jointed with Motorola for the new name in a new country. It currently sells navigation and audio systems for cars. Alpine, although currently not the leading company in the car audio industry, has produced many lines of successful car subwoofers, all under $300 (with the exception of a couple of lines). The looks of the subwoofers are of note. Customers have reported that Alpine subwoofers are made so both sides look fantastic. One has even rated the clean look as a weakness, as a simple installation “will not visually do it justice”.

One of the more popular lines in the Alpine company, the Type-R series is also the largest: it has seven subwoofers compared to the three or four the other lines have. The Type-R series is composed of 10-inch, 12-inch, and 15-inch woofers. Alpine has really packed a whole lot into those inches, because there’s power, yet it doesn’t hurt like other subwoofers that sacrifice sound quality for strength. The two 15 inch products in the Type-R line are the only ones priced over $300, but that’s not to say they aren’t worth it. The entire line is priced as it should be, because high quality 15-inch subwoofers are actually quite difficult to find; most tend to stick to 10 and 12 inches. An owner of an SWR-1242D subwoofer (12 inches, part of the Type-R series) said that sound could be heard from the car from 2 miles away. He parked his car in a gas station and even made the shelves shake. You can get the 10-inch Type-R series for $200, the 12-inch for $220, and the 15-inch for $400.

It’s probably true that the second most popular Alpine is the Type-S series. It features two 12-inch and two 10-inch woofers. Combined with Alpine’s most famous products, their head units, the Type-S subwoofers are really something to deal with. As long as you supply these subs with the right power needed, you’re going to get clear cut sound that blasts straight through the air. The Type-S series is priced a bit lower, ranging from $150 for the 10-inch to $170 to the 12-inch.

Alpine surely delivers not only on quality, but just plain affordability. While leaders like JL Audio might charge over $400 for their 10-inch W7, Alpine maintains a high standard of sound quality at half the price, and sometimes even takes the jump and goes for sound pressure level as well. Nearly all of the Alpine series are absolutely worth the cash because they blast really well. They match up to Kicker and MTX any day, just at a lower price that won’t burn a hole in your wallet.

Rockford Fosgate T112d4 Subwoofer: Worth It?

Alex Bhaswara — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 03:37:29 +0000

Rockford Fosgate, founded in 1973, used to be one of the leading companies in the car audio industry. Since then, it has fallen to simply become a major brand, letting their competitors take the reigns as the more innovative brands on the market. Rockford Fosgate focuses on amplifiers, but sell a variety of different audio equipment, whether it belongs on a car or not.

Mitsubishi recently began using the Fosgate sound systems in their new models, despite the lack of industry status that Rockford Fosgate as taken on. In any case, this just proves that their products have not fallen off of the shelves in any way, and that they will continue to be a reliable brand.

The Rockford Fosgate T112D4 belongs to the Power series of the company. There are three series available: Prime, Punch, and Power. Prime is made for the casual consumer, while Punch and Power are there for those more enthused about car audio. The Power series ranges from $400 to $850, depending on both the size of the subwoofer and which miniseries (T1 or T2, T1 in this case) the subwoofer belongs to, and there’s no reason why these subs shouldn’t cost that much.

The T112D4 packs a whole lot of punch, but the size seems to be a bit of a shocker. An interesting thing to note inside the Fosgate Family: subs get bigger and bigger from Prime to Power, not in inches but in depth. You’re going to want a pretty big box for this one, but it’s going to be worth the awkward size. A single T112D4 sub sounds like two when plugged in (unbelievable, huh?). One guy even removed his own mirrors because they rattled so much when the subs were booming.

These 12 inches of subwoofer cost $450 apiece, which is quite expensive when compared to their Prime series (ranges from $90 to $100 apiece), but if Rockford Fosgate even considers prices under $100, you’re going to get your money’s worth. If you find the right deals, though, you can pick up a T112D4 for around $400.

Rockford Fosgate really hasn’t lost its touch, even though they aren’t the first ones to be mentioned. Their products are still good, and they’ll continue to be good. If you want big, strong, hefty subwoofers and aren’t afraid to push the bank, the Fosgate Power series will be ideal. More specifically, drop a few hundred dollars for a T112D4. One will work fine, because it sounds like two anyways. Again, look around for some deals on these subs. The suggested retail price is around $450, but some are willing to cut it lower to around $400, some to even around $350. It all depends on where you look, but it’s definitely worth it.

Hifonics Zeus Subwoofer: A Value-priced Subwoofer

Alex Bhaswara — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:33:42 +0000

Hifonics was first set up in 1981, November to be exact. Helmut Stieglitz, the man behind the first trades of Hifonics, decided on a very interesting concept that would put the first faces to the Hifonics company. Instead of using simple number and letter combinations to denote series and models, Hifonics borrows the names of Greek, Teutonic, Roman, and Egyptian gods to use in order to create a memorable name that wouldn’t be confused (like, say the 700 series versus 800 series). This has certainly paid off, because some series, like the Hifonics Zeus subwoofer series, are easy to remember. Hifonics is now owned by Maxxsonics, which continues to win numerous SPL wars.

Team Maxxsonics, as mentioned, consistently places in the top rankings for their sound pressure levels. They have won so many competitions using their strategies and products. As Hifonics has fallen into the hands of the Maxxsonics team, the company will absolutely continue to produce better car audio equipment aimed to pack as much power into a consumer model (rolling around in a competition car wouldn’t be too fun, some of them can’t even drive!) as possible while maintaining a low cost to make things affordable. Mr. Stieglitz certainly picked the best team to hand over his creations to, because we’re going to see some good things come out of Hifonics in the future.

The Hifonics Zeus series seems to be focused on efficiency and volume. Hifonics aimed to increase the sound pressure levels as much as possible without sacrificing the durability aspect of the subwoofers. Well, this Zeus series has certainly drawn the positive reviews. It takes volume to a whole new level. There have been very little reported problems with the sound qualities of this line, so Hifonics seems to have succeeded in not only preserving durability, but also the sound quality. The Zeus line comes in two sizes: the 10-inch and the 12-inch. On sound emission, the entire Zeus series is reported to produce soft yet stable and powerful booming bass lines. Maybe this is why they call it efficient. The Hifonics Zeus series is one of the most inexpensive on the market, yet all models can produce sounds that match up with the best in the industry when it comes to sound pressure levels. Sound quality might be questionable, but SPL is definitely there.

You can pick up the cheapest Hifonics Zeus model sometimes for under $100. While other brands are charging over $500 for not even their best subwoofers, Hifonics and Maxxsonics decides to charge under $100 for something of equal quality. How amazing is that? Many are actually recommending the inexpensive Hifonics Zeus series as a great way for beginners to play around with tweaking the subwoofers before they jump into the more expensive brands.

Car Stereo Subwoofers: An Essential Car Audio Component

Alex Bhaswara — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:34:03 +0000

In any car audio system, the subwoofer must absolutely be present. It might not sound important at first, but if you remove the subwoofer component, there’s no bass left. A subwoofer by definition is a loudspeaker dedicated to producing low frequency sounds. Have you ever heard the booming beat screaming from a car? That’s the subwoofer at work. Of course, it’s turned past what the average car owner would have it at.

The top companies you’ll want to look for if you want to upgrade your car subwoofer are JL Audio, MTX Audio, and Kicker. These three are leading the car audio industry, all with early origins. JL Audio’s W7 line is one of the most advanced and most powerful subwoofer lines available on the market (pricey, but well worth it if you care about the quality). MTX Audio has released an amazing 60-inch subwoofer that holds the record for the size. They also have the largest consumer subwoofer that measures at 22 inches. Kicker’s L7 seems to be the best from the Kicker lineup, and there’s no reason why it shouldn’t be.

Cars usually carry their subwoofers in the trunk or back parts of the vehicle because of the lack of space. Subwoofers and their enclosures tend to take up more space than is expected. As such, fitting them into dashboards and doors is extremely difficult.

An interesting thing subwoofers are used for are volume competition, also known as SPL wars. SPL (sound pressure levels) get extremely high in these battles, and some companies decide to produce subwoofers geared extremely towards the SPL rather than the sound quality. Companies like JL Audio have focused on both SPL and sound quality, as shown in JL Audio’s W7 series.

When installing a car stereo subwoofer, it sometimes requires modifications to the vehicle itself. Obviously, each car is built differently, and that includes the space allowed for upgrades/changes like the subwoofer. If you want to shoot for a larger one or one with a different shape (although mostly circular, some subwoofers are square), it’s important to make sure you have the right size available; otherwise, its time to bust out tools to make it so that you have the right size.

Never assume that a smaller subwoofer is weaker. For example, JL Audio’s 8-inch W7 subwoofer is more powerful than some 12-inch subwoofers from other companies. Because of this, you must always read reviews on the subwoofer you’re looking at before buying it in case that smaller subwoofer is indeed weaker. If you keep with the more popular brands, though, you shouldn’t have many problems, because these have been reviewed many times over and won’t fail to deliver.

Car stereo subwoofers sound like enthusiast-only business, but they dig deeper than most people think.

Enterprise Mobility Solutions Service Track 1 Enterprise Mobility Markets Volume 1 Mobile Devices

Alex Bhaswara — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:38:11 +0000

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“?? Analysis of the structure of the enterprise mobility solutions providers”?? supplier community, including market share, position, direction and profiles of leading device manufacturers, software manufacturers, etc.
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It Is Wise To Use Salvage Yard Parts And Aftermarket Body Parts

Alex Bhaswara — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:31:49 +0000

In the world of technology you will find daily new model of vehicles in the market. You will see old cars in out of market even some of them sent to salvage yards for parts, but the majorities are still out there right next to the new models.
Old vehicles need parts to keep them running but its salvage yard parts or aftermarket body parts are not easily available and reliable. Salvage yards often have used body parts at cheap prices. Shipping the wrong aftermarket body parts and having to send them back is just unacceptable. Independent mechanics, body shops, and dealerships alike need a dependable supplier who can meet their needs, on time and accurately.
If you want to get mechanics and people who work on their own cars going in a heated debate, start an argument about whether aftermarket car parts are as good as OEM parts. OEM means, Original Equipment Manufacturer. Today aftermarket is definitely the best choice for the purchaser when it comes to improving the performance on your car with lowest price and giving reliability.
The salvage yards or junkyards usually tow away the vehicle from the owner’s premises for a small fee and provide the required shelter for these decommissioned vehicles. All that is important before selling these parts to check for the quality of the salvage yard parts and repair them in a way that gives them further life.
Now you have to decide if the price difference makes the aftermarket car parts a better deal.
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Car Dvd Players, Roof Mount Monitors, Hid Kits And Wireless Headphones

Alex Bhaswara — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 17:54:43 +0000

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Get The Best Bmw Custom Parts, Accessories And Wheels At Considerable Prices!!

Alex Bhaswara — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:31:53 +0000

Are you searching the stores for spare parts for your BMW? If you haven’t seen this, then you have been searching the wrong place!! You can get superior quality BMW parts and wheels for your BMW from better companies over internet. You can get any of the parts for your BMW from these companies just by making an order in their websites. There are many dedicated companies that retail spare parts, wheels and other accessories like emblems for all BMW cars. Get the latest, improved spares and develop the interior and the exterior of your car by choosing your favorite parts that fit right to your cars. These companies provide you with a variety of high class BMW parts like headlights, tail lights, exhausts, spoilers, grilles, wheels, body kits and many other accessories.

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Subwoofer Enclosures

Alex Bhaswara — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:16:01 +0000

When it comes to loud pounding bass the big secret is that the quality of your speaker box is more important than the quality of your sub woofers. With your vehicle’s sub woofer box, bigger is not always better. However, you do not want your subwoofer box to be too small either. Why is proper sizing of the sub woofer box so important? Because proper sizing allows for proper placement in your vehicle, proper placement means that you and your passengers will all enjoy the same high quality sound from your stereo whether sitting in the front, back or on the left or right.

subwoofer enclosures allow you to upgrade your car stereo system without detracting from the appearance of your car or truck. Many people have great ideas about upgrading or even building a custom stereo system, but think they’ll have to sacrifice looks to get the sound.

You can buy a pre-made sub woofer box or have one custom made. The cost to have a sub woofer box custom made is not as much as you might think. If you have made a solid investment in stereo equipment for your car or truck, the cost of a custom sub woofer box is well worth it. Otherwise, the money you have invested in stereo equipment might as well be tossed around in your car – like the sound from an improperly sized subwoofer box will distribute sound.

Professionally made subwoofer enclosures allow you to add those custom components without sacrificing looks. Instead, it”s all housed in beautiful subwoofer enclosures made just for your vehicle.

You”ll find subwoofer enclosures for hundreds of vehicles online. Many sites offer custom manufactured subwoofer boxes so that it fits neatly into the vehicle, but that”s not the only advantage. With many vehicles, you even have a choice of styles. Not finding what you”re looking for? Check out some generic subwoofer enclosures that will allow you to fit your subwoofers into almost any vehicle or contact us to special build a subwoofer enclosure for you.

The biggest advantage of these subwoofer enclosures is that you have your new equipment stashed in a beautiful box that will blend with your vehicle. There”s no need to bring attention to the piece of equipment by having it stand out in an ugly subwoofer enclosure. The only time someone should notice your subwoofer enclosure is when you crank up the volume and they look for the source of that incredible sound.

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Install a subwoofer box custom built for your vehicle and it will change the way sound travels in your car or truck!

Passport Radar Detector: Best Overall Radar Detector

Alex Bhaswara — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:37:52 +0000

In 2006, radar detector reviews and tests, with products supplied by Beltronics, Valentine One, Escort, and many other manufacturers of car radar detectors, one model stood high and mighty among all of them. It is the Escort Passport 8500 X50, it aced most of the torture test it was subjected to. The results were further supported by independent users all over the world, attesting to the detector’s proven reliability.

Escort Passport 8500 X50 provides an impressive array of detection technology, which allows you to customize its operation to compliment your driving style and personal taste. This gadget is fitted with useful features, such as full LED display text of the Safety Warning System (SWS) signals, which comprises of over 60 specific safety text messages which warn of hazards in areas that use safety radar. Escort Passport 8500 X50 works in the X-band, K-band, Ka-band, and at the Laser emitted frequencies, or lidar using multiple sensors. The display modes consists a 280-LED matrix-text, a bar graph, SpecDisplay and ExpertMeter. The ExpertMeter display informs the driver of the band frequency and the relative signal strength on up to eight separate radar signals all at the same time; LEDs arrange in multiple columns represent a different signal.

The SpecDisplay displays the numerical frequency of the detected signal. Customizable audible alerts increases in volume level as the relative to the incoming signal’s strength, or the closer the signal source, the louder it gets. The 8500 X50′s sensitivity controlscan can be set on highway, highly-filtered city mode, and AutoSensitivity; the latter makes us of an advanced signal rejection circuitry which separates real detector signals from background noise, such as the frequencies emitted by remote garage door openers, to reduce disconcerting false alarms.

It has a microprocessor which can be reprogrammed and customized gives a degree of future proofing against emerging law enforcement technology. These options allow the driver to select individual signal bands (on or off), selections for the three meter display, a mute and an AutoMute, as well as two audio tone levels. The unit is designed to be completely immune to the VG2 “detector-detector”. The onboard microprocessor is upgrade friendly, and can be worked on in the future to compensate for newer technologies. The 8500 X50 is conveniently equipped with an earphone jack built-in, and comes with a quick-release windshield mount, as well as extra suction cups, a durable travel case, and a SmartCord, which is a power cord with installed with an alert lamp, pilot light and a useful mute button.

Description and Features:
Escort Passport 8500 X50 Blue Radar Detector Portable Radar Detectors
Manufacturer: Escort
Lowest Price: $278.04 USD
Detection Bands: K Band Radar, Ka Band Radar, Ka Super Wideband Radar, Ka Wideband Radar, Laser, VG-2 Alert, X Band Radar
Power Source: DC Automobile Power Adapter
Sensitivity Modes: Auto, City, and Highway
General Features: backlit display, display dimmer, VG-2 Protection, visual alert, earphone jack, mute, audible alert, auto mute, volume adjustment Included Accessories: travel case, Automobile Power Adapter (DC), window mount