Subwoofers
"Factory" car audio systems often lack in areas that are immediately obvious by those of us with an ear for high-quality, clear stereo sound. Probably the most identifiable of these areas is that of low-range sound response, also known as bass.
In the spectrum of sound that is within the range of detection by the human ear, bass and sub-bass frequencies range from 20 Hertz to about 300 Hertz. Because we can hear sounds all the way up to 20,000 Hertz in frequency, the bass range may seem like a small component of the overall listening experience. But, because bass and sub-bass signals are much lower in wavelength, they travel farther and they travel through materials that would otherwise stop or muffle higher frequency sound.
Bass speakers for car audio systems are typically referred to as subwoofers, or 'subs'. A quality subwoofer will be composed of at least a bass speaker, an enclosure for the speaker, and a two-wire terminal for connection to the input signal. This input signal will be bass-specific, and will most likely come from an amplifier that is dedicated solely to the unit providing the bass.
Great animations of how speakers work by Jacob O'Neal at Animagraffs.com. Click the image for more!
Add Bass to Factory Stereos and Leased Vehicles
If you're considering adding a bass component to your factory sound system but you're driving a leased vehicle that you don't want to modify too much, you're in luck! After-market bass systems do not require replacements of factory head units or other existing sound equipment. The most common bass installs only require an amplifier, enclosure box and speaker, and the wiring can be routed such that uninstalling the system will not result in any damage or significant modification to the vehicle.
This beautiful 52’ Ford F1 came in for a radio and speaker installation. Love the shape of this timeless classic!
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A client brought in a 22 Hyundai Venue for a front/rear dash cam install and we thought it’s a perfect reminder to those reading that we offer this service for all cars that don’t come with it! Give us the call for your next install!
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Another day, another badass boat getting a quality @wetsounds install!
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Inventory issues are still out there, but OTS is a direct dealer for some of the best brands in MARINE MOBILE & HOME Electronics. That means, we have the product in-hand to get your project completed. We offer in-house and on-site installations for any size project. Plus, we offer free consultations to help design and custom install using our team of incredible technicians and installers.
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When you go above and beyond for your installs!
Much Respect Josh! 🫡
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If you can’t come to us we come to you!
Installed a new sound system to this 2003 270 Sea Ray 27'
Upgrades List:
•HTX6
•Revo 6 SWW x 3
•MSRA770
•Marine XM Antenna
•RGB Controller
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Here are some pics taken from the @sqology Steel Valley Xl Sound Quality Competition that happened over the weekend. Stay tuned for our final results and see how we did!
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Bass Accessories
One last thing to keep in mind when researching options for adding bass to your vehicle is power draw and its effect on gas mileage. With ultra-high-powered bass systems, power draw on your battery can become burdensome for your engine, resulting in lower gas mileage and a shorter battery lifespan. This additional power requirement can sometimes be addressed with the addition of capacitors, which act as secondary battery systems for storing power needed by the stereo system. Contact us with your car audio installation questions and start enjoying better quality sound!
