There is no car audio topic more confusing and inconsistent than speaker power ratings. The fact is, the methods developed to test speakers are quite simple and reliable. If the speaker passes the test, print the number. A long time ago, some unknown manufacturer felt it was important to tell consumers that their speaker would […]
It’s Smart to Purchase Your Audio Gear From the Shop Installing It
In the “old days” if you wanted to buy something, you went to a store. Now, with the increasing popularity of online shopping, mobile electronics enthusiasts have a seemingly unlimited number of options where they buy the audio gear they want. In this article, we will discuss some of the benefits of purchasing your equipment […]
Hot Rod, RestoMod, and Restoration Source Unit Options
The stereotypical image of a “Woody” station wagon with a surfboard on the roof is missing one critically important element to make it part of the perfect day on the beach: an audio system. In the 1960s, the aftermarket car audio scene was weak. Compared to now, there weren’t any options for source units, speakers […]
What Is Signal-To-Noise Ratio, And Why Does It Matter?
Most people understand the importance of amplifier power specifications. In most cases, more power is a good thing, that is, until you reach the thermal or suspension limits of the speakers you are using. One specification that is also very important in a mobile electronics amplifier, processor or source unit is Signal-to-Noise Ratio. In this […]
Mandeville Client Gets Radio Upgrade For BMW 2002
A client from Mandeville came to Prestige Car Audio & Marine in New Orleans with his beautiful 1973 BMW 2002. If you follow classic cars, then you already know that the value on 2002s has blown up. They have skyrocketed in value over the last several years. That is great news if you are the […]
Harvey Client Gets Classic 1967 Mustang Stereo System Upgrade
A client from Harvey, Louisiana, came to Prestige Car Audio & Marine with his beautiful 1967 Ford Mustang. Now, this is no ordinary vehicle. The client bought this vehicle new in 1967 and has kept it ever since. A few years ago, he embarked on a long-term project to build it into the ultimate Mustang, […]
Metairie Classic Car Audio Client Revives ’63 Lincoln Continental
Some shops shy away from classic car audio upgrades. Not at Prestige Car Audio and Marine! We love working on these beauties. That’s why a Metairie client brought us his 1963 Lincoln Continental looking for 21st century sound. We installed Focal Polyglass series speakers in the front and rear along with a Focal Polyglass subwoofer. […]