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Pioneer PRS-D2000T 2 Channel Amplifier Pioneer PRS-D2000T 2 Channel Amplifier
You have to do a lot of things right to stay in business these days. Pioneer is one of those companies that have been around for so long ... more
Astroflex RI-GM-1 Astroflex RI-GM-1
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Eclipse AVN7000 & Pioneer Pioneer AVIC-N3 Eclipse AVN7000 & Pioneer Pioneer AVIC-N3
Keeping it simple more
In Car Computers In Car Computers
Car PC more
Genesis Audiophile 16.03 Component Set Test Report Genesis Audiophile 16.03 Component Set Test Report
Genesis is the understated British company that has placed itself in harms way this month. They have supplied CA&E with their Audiophile... more
Kenwood Excelon DPX701 Media Controller Evaluation Kenwood Excelon DPX701 Media Controller Evaluation
For those lucky enough to own a vehicle with a double-DIN radio opening and also need a source unit that plays a multitude of digital... more
MB Quart QSD 216 Component Set Review MB Quart QSD 216 Component Set Review
MB Quart has long been a name to be reckoned with in the high-end home and car loudspeaker market. Although they've been through numerous... more
2006 Volkswagen Passat OEM System 2006 Volkswagen Passat OEM System
One of the most dynamic OEM sound systems available more
MP3 Player Roundup MP3 Player Roundup
If you thought the only mp3 players out there have little apples etched on them, we've got news for you. these six compact devices won't... more
Macrom M1A.2250 Car Audio Amplifier Macrom M1A.2250 Car Audio Amplifier
Hey, remember those car audio mag ads in the late '90s with the totally average guy wearing a jester's hat and very little else? Remember... more
Rockford Fosgate P212S4 Car Audio Subwoofer Rockford Fosgate P212S4 Car Audio Subwoofer
When it comes to car audio brands with flair, confidence, panache-whatever you choose to call it-only a few companies really stick out.... more
Bridging the Gap Between OEM and Aftermarket Bridging the Gap Between OEM and Aftermarket
JL Audio's success in car audio largely results from their continual drive to make products that are both innovative and in tune with the... more
Pontus PAC 7002 Audio Unit Pontus PAC 7002 Audio Unit
Pontus, a division of Hyundai Autonet and a new contender in the consumer electronics arena, offers a variety of products ranging from DVD... more
DYNAUDIO System 240MK2 Car Loudspeakers DYNAUDIO System 240MK2 Car Loudspeakers
Dynaudio is (arguably) the best-known highendcomponent speaker manufacturer. I fell inlove with their products during the '80s when Iworked... more
MB Quart QSC 216 Car Speakers MB Quart QSC 216 Car Speakers
When I was putting in my first car audio system in the '80s, my dream system consisted of highly regarded MB Quart separates. While MB... more
Polk Audio SR6500 Car Speakers Polk Audio SR6500 Car Speakers
I have a confession I feel I should make before you read any more of this article. I design products for a factory in China. We build great... more
Zapco CK 16.2 Car Audio Component Set Zapco CK 16.2 Car Audio Component Set
Zapco, founded over 30 years ago by Robert Zeff, was one of the original manufacturers of what we all now know to be "high-end" car audio.... more
Alpine F 1 Status Car Audio Head Unit Alpine F 1 Status Car Audio Head Unit
Since I've always liked Alpine head units, I jumped at the chance when CA&E called to see if I'd like to review Alpine's premier head unit,... more
Cerwin Vega Stroker Pro 15 Car Audio Subwoofer Cerwin Vega Stroker Pro 15 Car Audio Subwoofer
The Cerwin-Vega Stroker Pro 15 arrived on my doorstep in an Anvil-type case with steel flip-up handles, just like those used to carry... more
Clarion VRX755VD MP3 Player IPod Head Unit Clarion VRX755VD MP3 Player IPod Head Unit
An IPod adapter built into a car stereo head unit? more
Car Amp Comparison - Class AB, Class G, Tube Amp Car Amp Comparison - Class AB, Class G, Tube Amp
Precision Power DCX300.2 Car Audio Amplifier Precision Power DCX300.2 Car Audio Amplifier
JL Audio 12W6v2-D4 Car Audio Subwoofer JL Audio 12W6v2-D4 Car Audio Subwoofer
It's always a pleasure for me to review a product from JL Audio. I not only know many of the "players" at JL Audio personally, but I have a... more
JL Audio 12W6v2-D4 Data Charts JL Audio 12W6v2-D4 Data Charts
Subjective Score Chart  Points PossibleJL Audio 12W6v2-D4 Overall Sound Quality5045 Tonal Balance1009 Low Frequency Extension1010... more
Hyper Ground System Hyper Ground System
Let me just start by saying that this may not be a typical topic for CA&E; that is, horsepower. However, we are all essentially electron... more
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Johnny Matney 1999 Acura CL - A Love Affair
Not just a simple daily driver... more
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Hot Stuff - Latest Audio Products
Hot Stuff You'd Want!... more
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HKS Camp2 - Computerized Automobile Multi-Player
The first monitoring system of its kind... more
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Car Audio System Component Selection - The Car Audio System Nobody Would Build - Part 4
Amplifiers, Interconnects, Loudspeaker Cables, and Power Cables... more
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Portable Navigation - Editor's Picks
Top Picks Portable Navigation Devices... more

 
Becker Cadillac Escalade ESV
I received an email with images of an absolutely gorgeous Cadillac Escalade ESV recently.... more
 
Sixth generation component speakers
  Now in their sixth generation, Boston Acoustics has raised the bar for performance and... more
 
Electronics Recycling Programs
My friends know what a fiend I am for recycling. I guess I got the compulsion from my father, and... more
 
MTX Tour Anti-Bling Escalade
MTX is going on an “Eastern Assault Tour” this month on the East Coast. Knowing MTX, their chosen... more
 
Pioneer Community Give Back Award
We get a lot of letters from the military. We send them what we can: magazines, t-shirts, the odd... more

 
98 gmc sonoma stereo problems
i got a clarion db315 in my sonoma, everything is stock except the deck. i only have 1 speaker... more
 
03 GMC Sierra Bose problem
Hey yall. I'm new to this forum so bear with me. I've got an 03 sierra with that factory bose... more
 
need alot of help
well ive been hooking up audio equipment for awhile now and i have a 89 camaro with 2 sony 12's and... more
 
I have a 2004 ford explorer
I'm looking to put in a system in it. I want it to be loud and have good sound quality to it. Can... more
 
WTB: MTX LSB-1
[bold]Looking for a MTX LSB-1 (aka the black box). Someone help me out. Let me know what you... more