The Infinity Reference 311A is a mono subwoofer amplifier that is rated at 116 watts RMS @ 4 ohms (312 watts RMS x 1 @ 2 ohms). Infinity’s Dynamic Bass Optimizer (DBO) circuit matches variable bass boost with a variable subsonic filter to enable low frequency fine-tuning while still providing protection for your speaker. Other [...]
Sirius Satellite Radio Tuner/Receiver The SR04 is actually Blaupunkt’s first Sirius radio, and, while most satellite radio tuners nowadays come built-in to the radio tuner itself, we look back at a time when satellite radio (ergo, and Howard Stern) actually mattered. The America SR04 then listed for $160 but you would have to pay a [...]
Blaupunkt München RDM 169 The Blaupunkt Munchen RDM 169 is a 1-DIN head unit which features flip-down faceplate, steering wheel-mounted remote, digital parametric equalizer, and has four preamp outputs, subwoofer output, and is rated at 40 watts x 4. What people are saying Maximum undistorted preamp output measured 3.2 volts and output impedance is a [...]
Remember that one-of-a-kind subwoofer Clarion released a couple of years ago? See photo below. Yes, that is a subwoofer. The SRV303 is a powered subwoofer that combines a 3″ speaker with a built-in 65-watt amplifier. All is a super-compact ported enclosure. You can place it under the seat of your small car, in the glove [...]
JL Audio’s 10W6 (version 1), which has now been replaced by the 10W6v2, was one of car audio buffs’ favorite 10″ subwoofers—great punchy/quick bass combined with undemanding space requirements made it easy to experience up-front bass. Let’s relive the 10W6 and provide an all-in-one resource for owners or soon-to-be owners of this great subwoofer. Specifications [...]
6″ x 9″ two-way loudspeaker I have been trying to search for a review on these 6x9s for a long time now; most of the stores that carry these do not have user reviews. Yes, I know the REF9612 has been discontinued, but these used to sell really well. Currently, the REF9632CF and the REF9633CF [...]
Compared to other 6.5-Inch speakers in this price range, the Polk Audio db650 had the most balance and organic sound. For whatever reason, these speakers always delivered or more “musical” tone. I listen to jazz, pop, R&B, classical, rock, etc, and these speakers seemed to have the best frequency response. Mids still are still not [...]
8″ Subwoofer The discontinued W3v2 subwoofers offer phenomenal performance at moderate power levels, making them ideal for those seeking sound quality and solid impact from compact enclosures. These subwoofers incorporate the patented Elevated Frame-Cooling technology for enhanced thermal dissipation and 20% more power handling than the original 10W3, 12W3 and 15W3. Cosmetic upgrades include a [...]
4-Channel Bridgeable Amplifier The GM-6400F is one of Pioneer’s latest amplifiers (2009 model) and was designed to fit both cosmetically and technically with Pioneer subwoofers. The GM-6400F gives you total installation freedom and no distortion. With an H-shaped chassis for vibration control and a PWM regulated power supply, you can drive multiple speaker channels or [...]
First, some specs… RMS Power Output (Watts x Channels) 500 x 1 Peak Power Output (Watts x Channels) N/A Power @ 2 Ohms (Watts x Channels) 500 x 1 Bridged Power (Watts x Channels) N/A Minimum Impedance Bridged N/A Minimum Impedance Unbridged 1.5 Frequency Response @ Rated RMS Power 20-250 Hz THD @ Rated RMS [...]