Our ability to process music may be part of human evolution, but like language, it seems to be built in. Grammar guru and philosopher Noam Chomsky claimed decades ago that the brain has an internal structure designed to learn any language and it seems the brain has a similar structure for music and sound. So maybe it is just possible that we are genetically able to distinguish good audio from bad audio. We're born with the tools to figure out what good SQ is. That makes for a good segue here: check out three high-value subwoofers this issue from Alpine, Morel and Rockford. Think of it as the first of an international round-up of speakers. If you're not running these in your car, then you need to consider the cover blurb as a call to action. All three are phenomenal.
This issue we also have a special section for the IASCA Finals including some great insight about car audio from competitors at the Finals. If you weren't there to hear their cars, then their comments will open your ears. And read This is Your Brain on Music if you want to know more about what your ears are hearing.
Nextmonth
Sema coverage and Trifecta finals results. Find out about what manufacturers announced at the show and who took top honors plus the $1,500 top prize for Trifecta, year two..