September 27, 2022 By Mitch Schaffer

Product Spotlight: Sony XM-4ES Mobile ES Four-Channel Amplifier

Buying an amplifier for your car stereo system is one of the easiest ways to improve how the music in your car or truck sounds. Ocala Car Audio is proud to offer the new Sony Mobile ES Series XM-4ES four-channel car audio amplifier. Rated to produce over 600 watts of power, this impressive and compact amp will add realism to your music and let you crank the volume while everything remains clear and detailed.

Sony XM-4ES Features

The XM-4ES is rated to be capable of producing up to 100 watts of power from each of its four channels when connected to 4-ohm speakers. Dropping the speaker load to 2 ohms results in the amp producing up to 165 watts of power per channel. The front or rear channel pairs can be bridged to drive single 4-ohm loads with an impressive 330 watts of power on tap. Sony rates the XM-4ES as having a signal-to-noise ratio of 77 dB and a distortion specification of 0.05%.

If you’re using a high-resolution compatible source unit like the XAV-9500ES, the XM-4ES’ 40 kHz upper-frequency cut-off will ensure that everything in the recording is reproduced. Sony’s ratings comply with the CTA-2006-C standard, so you know there’s no fibbing about the numbers.

Sony included an impressive array of amplifier configuration features to make it easier for our installers to integrate this amplifier into your car audio system. The amp has remote turn-on detection for use with factory-installed source units and signal routing and mixing options for use as a subwoofer amp or a high-power two-channel amp. Each pair of channels is equipped with an elaborate set of crossovers that can be used in high-pass, low-pass or even a band-pass mode to suit almost any system design or application.

Upgrade Your Car Stereo System at Ocala Car Audio Today!

If you enjoy listening to your music at concert-like volume levels and want amazing clarity, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about a stereo system upgrade that includes the Sony Mobile ES Series XM-4ES amplifier or any of the speakers, subwoofers or source units in this amazing line of products. Our on-site expert technicians are always available to complete the upgrade integration and configuration process to ensure that your car audio system operates reliably and sounds fantastic.

For more information about this amazing amplifier, we invite you to visit Ocala Car Audio and speak with one of our product specialists. If you can’t get to our store during regular business hours, give us a call or use our contact form to send our team an email.

September 23, 2022 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Sony XM-1ES Mono Subwoofer Amplifier

If you’re shopping for a premium amplifier for your car audio subwoofer system, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the new Sony XM-1ES. As part of the premium Mobile ES series, the XM-1ES is designed to deliver up to 1,000 watts of power, with impressive sound quality and all the features we’ll need to integrate the amp into your vehicle. Let’s check it out!

Sony XM-1ES Subwoofer Amplifier Features

The XM-1ES is rated to produce up to 600 watts of power into a 4-ohm load and an impressive 1,000 watts when connected to a 2-ohm load. The amplifier uses state-of-the-art Class D circuitry to deliver this power efficiently and reliably without creating a lot of heat from wasted energy. The frequency response is 10 Hz to 500 Hz, and the signal-to-noise ratio is good and low at 77 dB. All of the specifications Sony provides are compliant with the CTA-2006-C standards, so you know the numbers are believable and comparable to other brands using the same guidelines.

The RCA jacks will accept up to 8 volts of signal in the low-voltage mode and an impressive 16 volts in the high-voltage mode to make it compatible with most factory source units. The amp has an adjustable low-pass crossover with a steep 24 dB/octave slope. There’s also an infrasonic filter that’s adjustable between 5 and 50 hertz. Sony includes a great-looking remote level control that we can install in the front of your vehicle to make it easy to fine-tune the bass level to whatever music you are enjoying or your mood.

Internally, the amp uses premium quality components, including low-ESR capacitors and shielded inductors on the speaker outputs. Sony took extra care with the chassis design to ensure that the amp will continue playing even on the hottest days by including a cooling fan in the back corner. The chassis also features a resonance-damped design to prevent unwanted vibrations from affecting the audio circuitry.

Ocala’s Best Car Audio Upgrades

If you’re looking for a great amplifier to power the subwoofers in your car, truck or SUV, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Sony XM-1ES mono subwoofer amplifier. We can help you choose premium subwoofers and the perfect enclosure to go with them. We’d be happy to provide you with a quote to integrate the entire system into your vehicle to ensure it will sound fantastic. If you have any questions and can’t get to our store during regular business hours, feel free to give us a call or use our contact page to send our team an email.

September 20, 2022 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX4000 Multimedia Receiver

Need help wading through the hundreds of car radio upgrade options? Drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Sony XAV-AX4000 multimedia receiver. This radio features wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an impressive 6.95-inch capacitive touch display and premium Bluetooth audio streaming. It also features one of the most intuitive interfaces on the market, so it’s easy to use!

Sony XAV-AX4000 Audio Source Technologies

The XAV-AX4000 includes an AM/FM receiver with station information display. You can connect a USB memory stick to the rear USB-C port to play MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, DSF or DSDIFF audio files. The port will provide up to 3 amps of current to charge your smartphone in record time. The built-in Bluetooth radio allows for hands-free calling and can stream audio from your phone. If you have a newer Android-based smartphone, LDAC support provides near CD-quality sound wirelessly. We can also upgrade the radio with a SiriusXM satellite radio receiver.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity allow you to use the digital assistant on your smartphone to choose from dozens of streaming options like Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Tidal or Audible. You can also place phone calls by number or let the system search the internet based on a business name and location. You can have the system read incoming text messages, and you can even dictate a response, all while keeping your eyes on the road. Of course, navigation information to almost any location in North America is available by simply asking.

Connectivity and Upgrade Options

The XAV-AX4000 has a built-in 20-watts-per-channel amp to power your speakers, or we can use the 2-volt preamp outputs to connect aftermarket high-power amps to bring your speakers to life. The radio includes a 14-band graphic equalizer, electronic crossovers and signal delay settings that allow us to optimize the speakers’ sound in your car or truck.

Compatibility with your steering wheel buttons and support for the Maestro RR radio integration module let this Sony radio work with the existing controls or technology in your vehicle. A backup camera input with both manual and automatic triggering will help you see what’s behind your vehicle when parking or maneuvering.

Experience the Sony XAV-AX4000 At Ocala Car Audio Today

Having all the features you want in a new radio is important. What matters more is how easy the radio is to use. Drop by Ocala Car Audio and take the Sony XAV-AX4000 for a test drive on one of our displays. We think you’ll agree that it has an incredibly intuitive interface and responds instantly to every command. If you can’t get to our store during regular business hours but have questions about this radio or any of our products, give our team a call or send us an email using our contact form. We’d be happy to assist!

September 16, 2022 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Sony XM-5ES Five-Channel Car Audio Amplifier

The Sony XM-5ES five-channel car audio amplifier from Ocala Car Audio is an excellent solution to power your entire car audio system. With up to 165 watts of power available to the main channels and a hefty 750 watts for a subwoofer, there’s no concern that this amp won’t be loud enough to recreate your favorite concert experience on your next drive.

Features of the Sony XM-5ES Car Audio Amplifier

The XM-5ES is based on a cast aluminum heatsink that measures just under 15 by 8.5 inches and stands 2.36 inches tall. All the signal, power and speaker connections are along the front edge to make it easy for us to install. The four main amp channels are rated to deliver 100 watts of power into 4-ohm speakers and 165 watts into 2-ohm drivers. The subwoofer channel can produce up to 450 watts into a 4-ohm sub and 750 watts into a 2-ohm driver. We can bridge the front channels to provide 330 watts into a pair of 4-ohm drivers if you need a high-power three-channel amp. Sony included a cooling fan to ensure that the amp will continue playing on even the hottest Florida days.

The amp includes high-, low and even bandpass crossovers on the main channels and an adjustable low-pass filter in the subwoofer channel. We can use the infrasonic filter to protect subs in ported boxes from excursion issues at low frequencies. Sony included remote turn-on detection circuitry in the amp so it will turn on automatically when installed with a factory source unit. Likewise, the amp includes a high-level input switch so that we can connect a factory-installed radio to the amp without the need for an interface. A remote bass level control is included with the amp to let you fine-tune the sub’s output to suit your music or listening preferences.

High-Resolution Audio Support

If you’re fanatical about sound quality, you’ll be happy to hear that the Sony XM-5ES offers frequency response that extends to 40 kHz to ensure that your favorite high-resolution music is reproduced with clarity and detail. The amp has a distortion rating of 0.05%, and the signal-to-noise ratio is specified as -77 dBA.

Upgrade Your Car Stereo at Ocala Car Audio Today!

If you need a great amp to power the front and rear speakers and subwoofer in your car, truck or SUV, drop into Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Sony XM-5ES five-channel car audio amplifier. Our team of expert installation technicians is available to integrate the amp into your vehicle and configure everything so it will play loudly and sound amazing! If you can’t visit our store during regular business hours, feel free to give us a call or use our contact page to send our team an email.

September 13, 2022 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX6000 Multimedia Receiver

If you’re shopping for a car radio that has all the features you want and looks great in your dash, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Sony XAV-AX6000. This digital multimedia receiver features a 6.95-inch display, built-in wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and supports high-resolution LDAC Bluetooth audio streaming. Intrigued? Let’s take a closer look.

Features of the Sony XAV-AX6000

The Sony XAV-AX6000 is based on a 6.95-inch capacitive-touch display with an anti-glare coating and a bezel-less design that looks right at home in the dash. Buttons for volume and track control, a home button to take you back to the main menu and a voice button to activate your smartphone’s voice recognition features are located just below the display.

The radio includes a high-performance AM/FM tuner with station information display. A USB port allows you to play MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, ALAC, DSF and DSDIFF digital audio files. The USB port can also be used to charge your smartphone. A Bluetooth transceiver that supports LDAC allows for high-resolution audio streaming performance from an Android smartphone. An HDMI port is available to let you connect your smartphone, a media player or a laptop to watch a video through the system when the vehicle is parked.

Smartphone Connectivity

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity let you maximize the voice recognition capabilities of your smartphone’s digital assistant to make phone calls and dictate text messages. You can request turn-by-turn navigation instructions to almost any address or business in North America using Google Maps, Waze or Apple Maps. Of course, you can stream from dozens of entertainment options, including Pandora, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Tidal and Audible.

System Connectivity Options

The XAV-AX6000 can drive four speakers with its built-in amplifier, or we can use the 5-volt preamp outputs to add external amplifiers to bring your system to life. The radio has digital signal processing features, including signal delay options for each output, a 14-band graphic equalizer, and high- or low-pass crossovers. We can add an interface to let you use the radio buttons on your car’s steering wheel or go all-out with a Maestro Integration module to allow the radio to communicate with the computers in your vehicle to display engine information and, in some applications, control the heating and air conditioning and even heated seats in your vehicle. The Sony radio also has a backup camera input to help you park safely.

Experience the Sony XAV-AX6000 at Ocala Car Audio Today!

While the features of the XAV-AX6000 are essential, its ease of use, responsiveness and clean styling truly set it apart from the competitors. Drop by Ocala Car Audio today and ask for a demonstration. If you have questions and can’t get to our store, give us a call or use our contact form to send our team an email.

July 19, 2022 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Soundstream Reserve HDHU.14+ Harley Radio

If you want an impressive radio upgrade for your 2014 or newer Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Soundstream Reserve HDHU.14+. This multimedia receiver is a direct drop-in replacement for the Boom! Box radio and adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity and much more to make your riding time more enjoyable.

Features of the Soundstream Reserve HDHU.14+

The folks at Soundstream created the HDHU.14+ to make upgrading the sound system on your Harley-Davidson touring bike easy and reliable. This new radio bolts directly to the fairing and plugs right into the factory wiring, including the original equipment antenna and USB plug connections. We can add the optional HDHU.14CM interface to allow the stereo system controls on the handlebars to work with the new radio.

The HDHU.14+ is based around an optically bonded 7-inch touchscreen integrated into an IPX5-rated water-resistant front panel. The bright display can show maps from Google, Waze or Apple Maps from CarPlay and Android Auto. You can connect a USB memory stick as large as 64 GB to play MP3, WMA, AAC or FLAC audio files. Bluetooth audio streaming is also included, so listening to Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music from your smartphone is easy.

Improved Audio System Performance

Using the factory-installed Boom! Box radio, with its radical built-in equalization curves, can result in unpredictable performance when fed to high-power amplifiers. The Soundstream Reserve HDHU.14+ has dedicated front, rear and subwoofer preamp outputs that produce 4 volts. This clean signal will make your speakers sound the very best they can.

If you aren’t using new amplifiers, the HDHU.14+ is equipped with a larger-than-normal 50-watt-per-channel amplifier that’s 2-ohm stable. This radio will sound much better than the stock Harley-Davidson solution.

For the ultimate fine-tuning, the HDHU.14+ includes a 10-band graphic equalizer that we can use to calibrate the sound system for your listening preferences.

Ocala Car Audio Offers the Best Motorcycle Audio System Upgrades

The HDHU.14+ is a direct bolt-in solution for 2014 and newer Street Glide, Electra Glide and Electra Glide Ultra Classic and 2015 and newer Road Glide and Road Glide Ultra motorcycles. Our team of motorcycle upgrade experts is available to complete the integration for you so you can get back out on the road and enjoy some wind therapy. Drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask for a demonstration of the Soundstream HDHU.14+ today. You can also reach us by phone or email using our contact form for more information.

April 19, 2021 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: PowerBass XL Powersports Soundbars

If you’re looking for a great way to add music to your side-by-side, ATV, Jeep or boat, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask our team about the PowerBass XL-Series Powersports Soundbars. These soundbars are available in three sizes, and all models include a built-in amplifier and Bluetooth audio streaming. All this means you’re ready to rock and roll with these powersports soundbars.

PowerBass XL-650

The XL-650 is a compact soundbar that’s perfect for applications where space is at a premium. This bar includes a pair of 3.5-inch marine-grade woofers, two 3-inch midrange speakers and a set of mylar-dome tweeters. A two-channel, 300-watt amplifier powers the bar. We can connect the bar to an existing radio, or you can stream music directly from your smartphone using Bluetooth 4.0. The weather-resistant buttons on the bar’s front panel allow for volume adjustment and track selection. This let you keep your phone safe and secure. We offer the XL-650 at $549.99.

PowerBass XL-850

If you want a soundbar that will play louder, then the XL-850 is an excellent choice, The length jumps from 21 inches (on the XL-650) to 27 inches, so there is room for another set of 3.5-inch woofers. The amplifier in the XL-850 is also upgraded to a 400-watt unit. Just like the XL650 and the big, bad XL1250, there are dedicated RCA inputs and outputs. Adding a subwoofer to the outputs is a great way to add impact and warmth to your audio system. Our price on the XL-850 is $649.99.

PowerBass XL-1250

When you need the most output and clarity, the XL-1250 soundbar is the cream of the crop. Equipped with six woofers and a potent 500-watt amplifier, this all-in-one speaker solution sounds amazing. The XL-1250 has the same Bluetooth and connectivity features as the XL-650 and XL-850 and has an overall length of 33.75 inches. Pricing on the PowerBass XL-1250 from Ocala Car Audio is $849.99.

Upgrade Your Outdoor Experience at Ocala Car Audio

If you’re looking for a great way to add music to your side-by-side or off-roader, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Powersports Soundbars solutions from PowerBass USA. If you can’t get to the store, give us a call or use our contact form to send our team an e-mail.

December 21, 2020 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Diamond Audio MP654 Full-Range Horn Speakers

When it comes to speaker upgrades for motorcycles, the Diamond Audio MP654 horn speakers from Ocala Car Audio are unmatched. These 6.5-inch speakers feature a low-mass woofer and a horn tweeter that delivers a mind-boggling 101 dB of output from only a single watt of power. That’s more than 10x as much as a conventional car audio speaker. If you want your music loud and clear, these are the best choice!

Diamond Audio MP654 Speakers

The MP654 speakers are based on a cast-aluminum basket that fits into most 6.5-inch speaker openings. The speakers use a low-mass woofer cone and single-winding voice coil to deliver extraordinary output from 110 Hz up to the 7 kHz crossover point with the horn tweeters. The horn tweeter features a 1-inch diaphragm at the rear of the speaker under a custom-tool aluminum heatsink. The tweeter’s output feeds through the center of the woofer then to the custom-tooled horn on the front of the speaker assembly. Think of them like a concert speaker in a tidy package that’s perfect for your motorcycle.

Diamond Audio includes external high-power crossovers to enable the tweeters to sound their best and handle all the power you can feed them. Speaking of power, the MP654 speakers are rated to work with amplifiers as powerful at 150 watts.

Weather-Resistant Design Makes the MP654 Perfect for Motorcycles

The team of audio system upgrade experts at Ocala Car Audio understands the need to ensure that your audio system components will perform reliably. The Diamond Audio MP654 speakers feature a cone design that is both UV-stable and water-resistant. If your bike sits outside all year or you happen to get caught in the rain, there’s no need to worry about damage.

Upgrade Your Sound at Ocala Car Audio

If you have to have the loudest audio system possible on your motorcycle or side-by-side, drop by Ocala Car Audio and audition the amazing Diamond Audio MP654 full-range horn speakers. You can reach our team by phone or e-mail using the contact page here on our website for more information or to schedule a personal consultation.

December 17, 2020 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Sony XAV-AX8000 Multimedia Receiver

If you’re looking for a radio upgrade for your car or truck, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask for a demonstration of the amazing Sony XAV-AX8000 multimedia receiver. Equipped with a massive 8.95-inch touchscreen display and both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, this radio looks great and delivers the infotainment technology our clients crave.

Add a Big-Screen Radio to Your Car

Are you jealous of the Mercedes, Tesla and Ram vehicles that come with large-screen infotainment systems? The Sony XAV-AX8000 is a unique solution that allows us to deliver big-screen quality in most vehicles that will accept single- or double-DIN chassis upgrades. The 8.95-inch display floats in front of the radio and can be angled to match the contours of your dash.

Connect Your Phone and Go!

With CarPlay and Android Auto on board, sending text messages, making phone calls and choosing the entertainment options you want is as easy as asking for them. The voice recognition technology in your phone and a cellular data connection to the internet take care of the rest. You can control Pandora, iHeartRadio, Tidal or Amazon Music quickly and easily.

Not sure how to get to your next meeting? No sweat: You can use Google Maps, Waze or Apple Maps (with iOS devices) to get turn-by-turn directions to almost anywhere in North America. Whether you need to run over to Daytona to meet a friend or are headed up to New York on vacation, you’ll get an efficient and safe route and clear directions.

Excellent Sound Quality and Intuitive Interface

Sony takes the user experience to a new level of simplicity. Our customers find that controlling the XAV-AX8000 is more straightforward than almost any other radio on the market. You can change the source or make audio adjustments quickly and easily. Of course, Sony includes everything we need to add a subwoofer and amplifier to your vehicle to improve your music’s sound.

If you want that big-screen experience in a modern connected multimedia receiver, drop by Ocala Car Audio, and we’ll connect your phone to the XAV-AX8000. We know you’ll be impressed. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, give us a call or send our team an e-mail using our contact page.

February 14, 2020 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Ceramic IR Window Tint

Ocala Car Audio is proud to announce that we have the new 3M Ceramic IR automotive window tint in stock. This new film fits between our Crystalline and Color Stable films to offer good thermal protection at a more accessible price point. If UV protection, IR rejection and a lifetime warranty are on your hit list, this may be the perfect film for your car or truck.

Nano Ceramic Technology Keeps You Cool

In Florida, dealing with IR energy from the sun is a daily battle. Getting into a hot car or truck isn’t just uncomfortable; it can be dangerous for people with health issues and for children and older adults. The new Ceramic IR tint blocks between 58 and 63% of the infrared heat energy from the sun to make your vehicle much more comfortable.

Non-Metallic Design Won’t Affect Technology

Where other brands of film use microscopic metal particles to block heat, this new film from 3M is based on a ceramic design. You get the same UV protection and IR rejection but the performance of your smartphone, GPS navigation, keyless entry and tire pressure monitoring system won’t be affected.

Skin Cancer Foundation Recommended Protection

Ultraviolet energy from the sun can wreak havoc with our skin. Prolonged exposure to UV rays causes wrinkles, blemishes and, in extreme cases, can lead to skin cancer. Likewise, UV energy causes the plastics, leather and vinyl in our vehicles to dry out and the fabric to fade. Ceramic IR tint blocks 99.9% of the UV energy from the sun. Having your vehicle tinted is like wearing a lotion sunscreen with an SPF factor of 1,000.

Count on 3M Reliability

As the innovator of automotive window film, 3M leads the market with premium solutions that are designed to last. The new Ceramic IR tint film is backed by a limited lifetime warranty and against fading, turning purple, bubbling and peeling. 3M honors the warranty from coast to coast. If you move to Texas, California or Alaska, they will stand behind your investment.

Visit the Window Tint Experts at Ocala Car Audio

If you are shopping for automotive window tint, drop by Ocala Car Audio and ask about the new 3M Ceramic IR window tint. One of our product experts would be happy to demonstrate the benefits of the film and help you choose a shade that’s perfect for your vehicle. Our expert technicians have a dedicated tint installation bay here at the shop, and we always cut our films with a computer-controlled plotter to prevent scratches in your vehicle’s glass. If you have any questions about our window tinting services, give us a call or send our team an e-mail using our contact form.