Amplifiers
Digital Audio
DHC1604
$800
This 2-channel amp can produce up to 2,400 watts RMS at 1 ohm mono. The PWM Mosfet power supply offers more distortion-free wattage per dollar, and its 4-way protection circuitry, digital volt and temperature meters, and dual cooling fans safeguard against thermal overload.
866.897.7155
www.digitalaudioinc.com
Quantum Audio
QS1500D
$250
Quantum Audio designed this Solar Series amp to put out the power (750 watts RMS at 4 ohms) at an affordable price. The single-channel Class A/B amplifier incorporates a subsonic filter and remote bass gain control.
956.428.4263
www.quantumaudio.net
Alpine
MRD-M605
$450
Redesigned for 2005, V12 amps emphasize higher watt-per-dollar performance, smaller size, easy setup and excellent sound quality. They deliver 80 percent efficiency, as opposed to 60 percent for typical Class-D amps. The MRD-M605 has an RMS power of 400 watts and a signal-to-noise ratio of 90dBA.
800.ALPINE.1
www.alpine-usa.com
Components
Blaupunkt
PCcb650
$80
An external crossover, 1/2" mylar dome tweeter that includes both surface and flush-mount cups, and a woofer with a blue, injected polymer cone make up this ProComponent set. The woofers are made with durable treated foam surrounds and include multi-hole mounting baskets.
800.950-BLAU
www.blaupunktusa.com
Audiobahn
ACS2062N
$110
This set converts from a fullrange to components due to the removable concentric swivel tweeter. The set features a 20-ounce strontium magnet, 2-layer high-temp ASV voice coil and outboard 12dB matched component crossover. It ensures high durability with its heavy-duty cast composite basket, poly-carbon cone and EPDM rubber surround.
800.488.8595
www.audiobahn.com
Bravox
CS 57D
$297
Bravox's Carbon Fiber, Diamond and Silver Series components provide a high-end 5" x 7" speaker with versatile 6" x 8" mounting holes. The CS 57D incorporates carbon-fiber composites, a nylon/glass fiber frame, a thermoplastic composite cone and an overmolded TPR surround.
949.280.5218
www.bravoxaudio.com
Subwoofers
Kicker
C10
$120
A rebalanced motor structure and revamped cosmetics give the Comp subwoofer more bang for your buck than ever before. Newly engineered top plates, larger voice coils and upgraded coil wire increase the heat tolerance and power handling, providing more durability and bass from this 10" with 150 watts RMS power handling.
405.624.8510
www.kicker.com
Memphis
15-M1104
$215
The M-1's custom-cast vented "M" basket provides the platform for high excursion and keeps the voice coil cool for better handling. A high-density foam surround keeps the cone linear and the bolt-through modular motor is easily removable, making field repairs a snap. It can handle 300 watts RMS.
800.467.2400
www.memphiscaraudio.com
EFX
HDW1004
$80
The second-generation EFX subwoofers boast increased power and a newly designed style that reduces low-frequency distortion. The HDW1004 features an injection-molded polypropylene cone, tough coat crinkle finish, rear vented 2" voice coil, nickel-plated spring load binding posts and 250 watts RMS power handling.
805.486.4450
www.efx.scosche.com
In The Mix
Dual
iPlug interface
$25
This interface lets you play music from a digital device through your car audio system. It's as easy as plugging the stereo output cables into the auxiliary inputs of your Dual head unit. Next, operate the portable music player as usual, but enjoy songs through your vehicle's speakers.
866.626.7863
www.dualav.com
Peripheral
iPod2carGen2 Aftermarket
$TBA
A complete iPod integration solution for Alpine, Pioneer, Kenwood and Sony aftermarket radios, this unit transfers iPod user navigation to the radio display and controls. Supported radios will display track and artist information, along with a familiar browse menu. The unit also charges the iPod's battery.
800.477.2267
www.peripheralelectronics.com
Splmeter.com
dBm-2
$150
This completely self-contained, temporarily mountable SPL meter has a range of 90dB to 150dB. The unit features two operating modes: Average, to keep a constant eye on your volume; and the Max mode, with memory that allows you to have head-to-head SPL competitions when and where you want.
www.splmeter.com