CA&E: I know we are shooting this gorgeous ride without an extensive install; we couldn't pass the opportunity to interview you as a music industry professional. You are into stealth systems now, right? Tell me a little bit about your wish list for your next install, since I think we are talking about doing a build-up and placing that as the next article possibly.
Swizz: Well, I really got into some of the systems that I have been seeing such as sub boxes in the middle of spares; motorized, hidden amp racks; stealth power supply, etc. I really want a system that you don't necessarily see but has the unmistakable power and clarity of a custom install. Maybe I'll do a little aesthetics but I want to keep the tone down as far as showing off the visual.
CA&E: That's hot, that's what the real money and the hot cats do anyway, it's real. Do you think that the mobile/car audio industry is really paying attention to the music that we play out of their systems?
Swizz: I think they do pay attention, but not all the ideas out there are great. I guess since the technology has developed so much that can make one unit much more - but in the past it took getting a lot of different elements just right. I have done this before so I know the work it takes to get the install perfect and the aesthetic to match. It's not easy.
CA&E: Right, Kenwood for example is now making a unit that is almost everything you need in one unit, with a touch screen. It makes the space thing work, too. Any pointers for the industry though?
Swizz: Yeah, bigger buttons on some units. Driving 6 speed, going 95 on the Hutch, in the dark, makes it hard to find those tiny buttons. Easier interface navigation for the same reason on those high-end computerized head units, know what I mean?
CA&E: Great point, I stab at buttons sometimes hoping to hit the right one 'cause they are so small. What do you think of all the wild fiberglass work you see in this book, the really comprehensive jobs?
Swizz: I think they look hot, I would do some more fiberglass, just not all over the whole interior anymore, though. Stealth, you know!?!