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Choose A Professional If you've heard a marine audio aftermarket sound system you know how much more enjoyable it can make your boat time! Even if your boat never leaves the dock, the crisp audio and sound quality of marine stereo speakers will be the envy of everyone in the marina. Unfortunately, someone skilled in outboard maintenance or hull repair is not your best choice for an audio upgrade, so it's important to seek a marine audio professional like ua that uses marine-grade installation materials. We specialize in Marine Audio sound systems and will ensure you receive expert advice and high quality installation. What Should I Upgrade First? If you are planning on upgrading your sound system in stages or are keeping a budget in mind, the single best improvement you can make to your marine audio system is with your speakers. Even if you are on a budget, we recommend investing in quality speakers from a trusted brand like JL Audio. High quality speakers are important in order to withstand the extreme elements that they may encounter on a boat, and as a result last longer. With all the extra noise boats contend with, marine speakers have to be powerful to cut through all that outside interference with volume and, most importantly, clarity. The protective qualities of marine speakers do not at all deplete the sound quality. You can also add additional speakers to give your boat that extra sound throughout the entire boat. Take the time come and listen to speakers ahead of time. We do not recommend buying marine speakers online or out of a catalog since you will not get to hear them in advance and may be disappointed with your investment. We have a wide selection of marine speakers on display for you to try out so you can get a feel of how great your boat will sound out on the water. Adding Subwoofers & Amplifiers for Better Sound When you are on your way to your favorite spot or are looking to have your boat be the life of the party, you need power, and you need a subwoofer. Adding amplifiers to the system allows you to play your music at higher volume without straining the equipment, so it sounds better and lasts longer. Subwoofers are the missing element in many boats but once installed, they will give you the low-end bass that makes your music come alive. Stay Connected on the Water!  Like most people, you probably keep a majority of your music on a smartphone, mp4 or ipod. Now you can easily stay connected on your boat and play that perfect boat party playlist! Many of our marine receivers have convenient features like Bluetooth, aux inputs, Satellite radio, and AM/FM tuners that way you can stream music from your smartphone or mp4. It's important to understand, if you want to play your stereo system for an extended time with the engine off, you'll need extra batteries that are separate from your engine battery. This way, you won't have to deal with a dead battery leaving you stranded!

Remote starters are great for those frigid mornings when you want to slide into a nice and toasty vehicle for the drive to work. However, before you rush out and purchase one, there are a few things you need to know about remote starters. Ranges All remote starters have a specified range as to how far you can be from the vehicle to start to it. These ranges are typically between 500 feet and 5,000 feet. This broad range is important, as they are based on no interference between the transmitter and the vehicle. If you plan to start a vehicle right outside your door, a 500-foot range will work. If you know your car will be downstairs or buried deep in a parking lot, the highest range is the best option. The Damage Myth There is a myth that remote starters can damage your vehicle. The truth of this is, a properly installed, high quality system will not cause any damage. Incidents where cars have quit running or even caught fire are typically due to being installed improperly, although extremely cheap systems are also unreliable. Installation Matters As mentioned, you need to have your remote starter installed by a professional that understands the intricacies of the system and how to run the wiring. Vehicles have become more complex over the years, and that complexity can be a problem if someone doesn't have the proper knowledge of the systems involved. This is one case where the cheapest installer is not necessarily the best option. Make sure to do your research to protect yourself and your vehicle. Warranty Concerns It's also important to understand that having a remote starter professionally installed will not void your vehicle's warranty. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975 prohibits the voiding of a warranty based on adding after-market products, unless the FTC has noted the specific product as causing failures. If an issue occurs with your remote starter that is not covered under your manufacture warranty, it should fall to the shop that installed it to take care of the damages. Programming You will also need to decide if you want a remote starter that activates the rear defrost or heated seats, or provides keyless entry. There are remote starters available that can have these features added, but you will need to pay for the additional options. Remote starters are a major convenience, but you need to make sure you choose the right installer and product to ensure everything works properly. We have the best installation professionals and we guarantee our service.

The first chilly morning of frost is NOT when you want to first think about scheduling your remote start installation. Beat the crowd and schedule now! You'll thank us later. Remote Start 101 Completely defrost your windows, warm your seats, and heat your steering wheel Turn your vehicle on from anywhere with your smartphone Track your vehicle's location with built-in GPS Monitor your car's safety with sensors and advanced security settings Feeling the Chill Yet? Summer always takes forever getting here, but Fall shows up overnight! Before you know it, you'll be clearing wet leaves off your car, and then... Scraping frost. Yikes!Save yourself the numb fingers that always come with that first unprepared scrape job. Starting at just $299 Installed... We offer the best products and services, and our professional team will make sure your remote start system is installed perfectly the first time! One-Way, Two-Way, Mobile Smart Options Extended Range•Lifetime Warranty on Product & Installation Smartphone Control Integration

A stereo is the main component of any car audio system. It is often called the radio, receiver, or head unit. To understand how a stereo functions, it's helpful to think of a car in-dash stereo as having three different parts: source, preamp, and amplifier. The source is the part that lets us choose what we want to hear. Sources may include a standard AM/FM tuner, CD or DVD player, satellite radio, iPod® or smartphone, or a USB input. The Preamp is where all sound adjustments are made. A preamp includes controls ranging from simple volume, balance, fader, source selection, and tone adjustments to sophisticated crossovers, equalizers, and time correction. The amplifier section boosts the small (low-voltage) audio signal coming from the preamp section into a larger (high-voltage) audio signal that's sent out to the speakers. So, why should you replace or upgrade your stereo? Many people have opted to upgrade their stereo because of the advanced technology modern receivers offer. Some of these advanced source features include: full-color animated displays, smartphone integration for Apple and Android, Bluetooth, Satellite and HD Radio, GPS Navigation, customizable color schemes, touchscreen monitors, precision sound controls and parametric equalization. Aftermarket car stereos can enhance the appearance of your car's interior with their sleek design. A new stereo will also give the amplifier need to achieve a louder sound. Not only is it significantly louder than, but with the built-in power and more advanced circuits it also produces cleaner, richer, more detailed sound. Enhanced tone controls in the preamp section mean that you have more control over fine-tuning the music. After market stereos also offer expandability with auxiliary inputs, USB connections, and audio/video outputs let you expand your system by connecting portable music players, rear seat video screens, external amplifiers, and powered subwoofers. Aftermarket stereos also have security features like detachable face plates and security codes to help protect your investment from theft. What kind of car stereo is right for you? When shopping for a new car stereo it is important that you always have a professional like us recommend models and install your aftermarket car stereo since every car is different. It's easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number and variety of models in our car stereo listing. How do you know which one is right for you? Our experts can help you find the perfect models to fit your price and needs. To completely upgrade and transform your sound system we recommend pairing your new stereo with aftermarket speakers, subwoofers, and amplifiers in order to achieve that concert-like surround sound.

Horror stories, we've heard them over and over... The "backyard install" that started a car fire so bad that the wiring of the entire car melted away, leaving the car unusable and worthless? Yeah, we know that guy. Maybe you do too. After all, you probably know someone who's had a friend, cousin, brother, boyfriend, or a friend's cousin's boyfriend to do something on their car. We can tell you those installs are rarely pretty or safe. You buy online to save money. We know this. But when it comes to your car it doesn't make a lot of sense to risk thousands just to keep a few bucks in your wallet. Trust the professionals. Why? Professional installers are trained to know the ins and outs of a car electrical system—this is why they are called professionals. They know what is safe (and not safe) when it comes to installing headunits, amplifiers, capacitors, monitors, subwoofers, alarms and more. And sorry but no, if you happen to be an electrician, you're still not qualified to install car stereo components The professional installer also has the correct tools available so nothing is broken during the install. We're talking to you, Mr. Door Panels Flapping in the Wind and to you, Miss Scratched Dash. Butter knives are not intended to remove stock radios! Do you really want to have to explain to your friends why your cool new touchscreen GPS In-Dash receiver is surrounded by white scratches on that nice leather dashboard? Hmmm... Definite deduction in your cool factor score. Our Professionals will always be there to help if you need some technical service with a feature of your new equipment. Unlike your friend's friend, who you'll never be able to get a hold of again! When you have a question about your equipment or, yikes, if something goes wrong with your equipment, you'll want a professional who will be able to find out what went wrong and how to fix it We also guarantee our work with a LABOR WARRANTY. We provide a lifetime warranty on installation work. So if your radio shuts off or your subwoofers stop booming, we'll take a look at it for you FOR FREE. Still not good enough. Most manufacturers won't honor a 1-year warranty on their products unless you provide a receipt for installation work done by an authorized dealer. And if they happen to provide any warranty without that professional installation, you're looking at a whopping 90 days on your equipment. So please, do us all a favor and save yourself from future headaches and expense. Be smart and always get your gear installed by the professionals.