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 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 28, 2021 By Ocala Car Audio

This Amazing Jeep Wrangler got Audio and Customization

Jeep Wrangler sitting in front of Ocala Car Audio — This 2020 Jeep Wrangler came in for a stereo and leather upgrade

The owner of this 2020 Jeep Wrangler contacted Ocala Car Audio to enlist our assistance in finishing this customization project. He had purchased this Jeep for his daughter and wanted us to coordinate several upgrades to match his vision. This Jeep Wrangler started life in Las Vegas with a 392-cubic inch V8 that can crank out a mind-bending 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. The vehicle already had a lift kit and 37-inch tires. He wanted us to upgrade the interior, install a premium entertainment system and have the vehicle painted. After reviewing the project, we agreed to coordinate its completion with the help of several local shops.

Jeep Wrangler Entertainment System Upgrade

We started with what we do best: an audio system upgrade. The heart of the new stereo is a Stinger UN1810 multimedia receiver that’s known as the Heigh10. This radio features a massive 10-inch display and includes both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. We upgraded the radio with an SXV300v1 SiriusXM satellite radio receiver so she’d be able to listen to any genre of music she wanted.

Our technicians used Stinger’s SRK-JW18EH installation kit to integrate the radio into the dash and allow it to communicate with the data network in the vehicle. Not only do the volume buttons on the steering wheel work with the Heigh10, but the radio can display engine and drivetrain information on the screen.

The new radio feeds a five-channel JL Audio VX1000/5i amplifier that we mounted under the driver’s seat using JL’s SBA-J-JLU-UAR bracket. This amp is rated to produce 75 watts of power from the four main channels and 600 watts from the subwoofer channel. More importantly, it includes a powerful digital signal processor that we used to configure the speaker’s crossovers, output levels and equalization settings. A four-AWG JL Audio XD-PCS4-1B power kit feeds the amp, and we added a JL Audio DRC-205 remote level control to make it easy to adjust the subwoofer output level from the front seat.

Jeep Wrangler Speaker Choices

For speakers, we installed two sets of JL Audio C3-650 6.5-inch components. The front set replaces the woofers in the bottom of the dash and the small midrange speakers near the windshield. The second set is mounted in the overhead soundbar just behind the driver and passenger seats.

Delivering solid bass performance was important to the upgrade, so we removed the stock subwoofer from the vehicle and purchased new trim panels so that we could install a set of JL Audio Stealthbox enclosures. The SB-J-JL4DPAS/10TW1-4 and SB-J-JL4DDRV/10TW1-4 enclosures feature 10TW1-4 10-inch subwoofers in fiberglass pods that are optimized for the area above the rear wheel well.

Remote Starter and Accessory Upgrades

With all the customization planned for the vehicle, the owner wanted it to be protected. We installed a Compustar remote car starter with its Alarm-It security upgrade. The security options include shock, tilt and motion sensors along with a high-output siren. The client chose one of the classic Compustar 901 two-way LCD remotes and the DroneMobile smartphone interface to control the alarm and starter. DroneMobile uses cellular communication to relay commands from the smartphone to the vehicle and provides alerts instantly if someone is tampering with it.

Accessories and Lighting

Next, we added a few functional and styling upgrades to the vehicle. We installed a set of XK Glow LED wheel rings along with a Pro-Series under-car kit and their Jeep-specific third brake light system. All the accent lighting can be controlled by a smartphone application to choose a color or change the pattern when the Jeep is parked.

We installed a Warn full-width crawler bumper and mounted a VR Evo 12-S 12000-pound winch to it. This winch includes 90 feet of 3/8-inch synthetic cable. We added a set of 3.5-inch Heise HE-DL2 LED driving lights to the bumper to help her see once the sun sets.

Working With Local Partners

We had our friends at Titan Up Automotive Services install an Alea Leather kit on the front and rear seats. The kit also includes new leather trim pieces that fit around the transfer case and gear selector.

Our client felt that the Jeep Wrangler was a little to tall. To help accommodate them we worked with a couple of local partners. Ocala Tire Service helped by installing smaller 35″ tires. After the tires were changed, we took the Jeep to Groeb Motorsports to help lower the suspension.

The icing on the cake for the project was a trip to see Claudio and Paintworx for a custom paint job. The Jeep came to use in a rather bland gray. The client wanted something vibrant and exciting and chose a custom metallic yellow hue that made this vehicle absolutely POP!

Ocala’s Vehicle Customization Experts

Working with our vehicle customization partners in the area, we upgraded this Jeep into something classy and unique for our client. He was very happy with the results and impressed with our ability to manage the project. We’re sure his daughter is going to love her new Jeep Wrangler. If you’re interested in upgrading your Jeep, drop by Ocala Car Audio and speak with one of our Product Specialists. You can also reach us by phone or e-mail using our contact page.

December 21, 2020 By Ocala Car Audio

Ocala Client Upgrades Harley Ultra Glide Sound System

The owner of this cool yellow 2013 Harley-Davidson Ultra Glide recently visited the motorcycle audio experts at Ocala Car Audio for a sound system upgrade. The client wanted his music to play louder and sound clearer while cruising on the interstate. After checking out his ride, we showed him some of the work we’d done on our bikes. He loved the way they sounded, so we put together a package that would meet his expectations.

Fairing Radio and Speaker Upgrade

The Sony radio has unique features that make it great for motorcycles.

The Tour-Pak speakers were upgraded along with the other locations.

The first step was to set the client’s Ultra Glide up with a new radio. We removed the inner fairing to make way for a Metra 95-HDIF kit that would allow us to mount a double-DIN Sony XAV-AX7000 multimedia receiver in place of the stock radio. The AX7000 has a weather-resistant touchscreen display and includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. We used an ASWC-1 interface to connect the radio control buttons on the handlebars to the Sony radio to make adjusting the volume and changing sources more convenient.

We mounted a set of Rockford Fosgate TMS5 5.25-inch speakers in the fairing and a second set in the rear Tour-Pak speaker pods on either side of the back seat. These speakers are designed specifically for outdoor use and have all the necessary weatherproofing features required to ensure they’ll last for many years. The speakers feature high-output 25 mm tweeters and an efficient midrange driver that delivers clear sound.

Saddlebag Speaker Upgrade and Harley Amplifier

The thin design of the Rockford speakers leave plenty of room in the saddlebags.

Rockford Fosgate makes great looking grilles for the saddlebag lids.

The next step was to add a set of the Rockford TMS69BL-9813 to the saddlebags. This unique speaker kit is designed specifically for 1998 through 2013 Harley touring bikes and includes a pair of 6×9-inch speakers, mounting brackets and custom grilles. We removed the saddlebags’ lids and used the provided template to cut an opening for the speakers. The grill and mounting bracket bolt together for a clean and tidy look. Of course, the 6×9 speakers sound great, and their large size helps deliver great sound.

A four-channel Rockford Fosgate TMX400X4ad amplifier powers the system on this Harley. The kit for this motorcycle includes a mounting bracket that allows us to locate the amp above the factory radio. The brackets and upgraded heatsink install without the need to make any permanent modifications to the bike.

Central Florida’s Motorcycle Audio Upgrade Experts

With the new radio, amplifier and speakers installed, our team set the crossovers and level controls on the amp to maximize the audio system’s performance. The client can crank the volume on the radio, and the system stays crystal clear and detailed. He loves the way it sounds! If you’re interested in upgrading the stereo on your Harley, drop by Ocala Car Audio and speak with one of our Product Specialists. You can also reach us by phone or e-mail using our contact page.

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.

June 19, 2019 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-W650

If you’re looking for an impressive digital media receiver for your car or truck, drop into Ocala Car Audio and ask about the Alpine iLX-W650. This premium double-DIN radio includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, dual camera inputs and a crystal-clear, capacitive-touch 7-inch LCD screen.

Endless Source Options

The Alpine iLX-W650 includes an AM/FM tuner, and we can add SiriusXM satellite radio using an SXV300 tuner module during the installation process. Bluetooth functions include hands-free calling and high-quality audio streaming with remote control capabilities.

Smartphone Voice Recognition Features

A USB port on the rear of the chassis can be used with an appropriate cable to enable Apple CarPlay or Android Auto smartphone integration. These communication interfaces allow you to make phone calls or send text messages by talking to the radio. In most vehicles, a radio button interface for your steering wheel allows for the voice recognition features to be utilized without having to take your eyes off the road or touch the radio. Both systems include several options for turn-by-turn navigation directions to the destination of your choice.

Alpine iLX-W650 Audio Features

The iLX-W650 includes a 9-band parametric equalizer, adjustable frequency electronic crossovers and signal delay adjustments that our team can use to create a very lifelike listening experience in your vehicle. Triple 4-volt preamp outputs allow for the addition of a subwoofer or a high-power amplifier from your front speakers to bring the system to life.

Shallow Chassis Makes Installation Easy

One of the unique aspects of the iLX-W650 is that the entire radio chassis is less than three inches deep. This design opens up several installation options for vehicles like Ford Mustangs and Chevy pickup trucks. We can even tuck one of the KTA-450 four-channel amplifiers behind the radio to deliver a clean 50 watts of power to each of your speakers.

Visit Ocala Car Audio to Experience this Unique Radio Solution

If the Alpine ILX-W650 sounds like a good solution for your vehicle, drop into Ocala Car Audio on Pine Avenue and ask for a demonstration. For more information, send our team an e-mail using the contact page.

May 11, 2019 By Ocala Car Audio

Product Spotlight: Alpine iLX-F259

Ocala Car Audio is proud to introduce the next generation of Alpine Halo 9 source units with the new iLX-F259. Equipped with a 9-inch floating-design touchscreen that sits just in front of your dash like in a Mercedes-Benz or Mazda, this impressive multimedia receiver includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity and support for a variety of digital media file formats. Let’s take a closer look.

The Amazing Alpine Halo 9 Design

One of the biggest challenges for someone wanting to upgrade the radio in their car or truck has been to find a mounting solution for a double-DIN multimedia receiver. The product specialists at Alpine overcame this roadblock with the floating-screen design of the Halo 9 source units. Equipped with a single-DIN chassis, the 9-inch touchscreen mounts in front of the radio location and is adjustable for height, mounting angle and distance from the dash for a clean and tidy look.

Alpine iLX-F259 Features

At the heart of the F259 is Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. This voice-controlled interface makes it easy to place phone calls, send text messages and choose music streaming services without having to touch the screen or take your eyes off the road. The USB port will play MP3, WMA, AAC and FLAC files as well as AVI and MPEG4 video files stored on a USB memory stick. With SiriusXM compatibility, you can have us add the SXV300v1 satellite radio tuner when we install the unit so that you can enjoy your favorite genre of music anywhere in the country without interruption.

Connectivity Options

The F259 includes an HDMI input on the back so you can connect an external video source like an overhead monitor, your laptop, a compact computer or a game system. A dedicated rear-vision camera input makes it easier and safer to park or maneuver your vehicle. The camera image appears automatically without the need to press any buttons as soon as you put the vehicle transmission in reverse.

See the Latest Alpine Halo Products Today!

If you are interested in the Alpine iLX-F259, drop into Ocala Car Audio and speak with one of our Product Specialists. You can also reach us by e-mail using our online contact page for more information about our products or services.

February 21, 2018 By Ocala Car Audio

How Does a Backup Camera System Work?

Backup camera solutions are relatively simple. We will install a weather-resistant camera on the back of your vehicle. The location is chosen to work in concert with the camera’s wide field of vision to help identify objects that are directly behind or even off to the side of the vehicle.

The secondary part of the system is the display. We offer a wide variety of display solutions and work with each client to find a display option that is easy to use and blends both functionally and cosmetically with their vehicle.

The image from the camera appears on the screen as soon as the transmission is in reverse. There are no additional buttons to press. Day or night, you can see everything behind the vehicle in detail.

Camera Mounting Options

We offer a wide variety of camera mounting and integration solutions for our clients. We have license plate frame mounting brackets and stand-alone mounting solutions for lip and flush-mount applications.

If you own a pickup truck, several of our product partners offer replacement tailgate handles that feature a built-in camera. Likewise, we have third brake light assemblies with integrated cameras for SUVs, vans and trucks. Finally, Jeep Wrangler owners can choose from several mounting options that locate a camera inside the spare tire on the rear door.

Image Display Options

Being able to see the camera image is crucial to the functionality of the system. We have four image display options available for our clients.

Aftermarket Source Unit: If we are upgrading your vehicle with a multimedia receiver to add CarPlay or Android Auto, we can easily display the rearview camera image on the color display.
Factory Infotainment System: Thanks to companies like VOXX, VAIS, Metra and PAC, we can feed the image from an aftermarket camera to the color display on many factory-installed color screens.
Rearview Mirror Display: One of our most popular display options is a new rearview mirror that includes an integrated color LCD screen. When the camera system is off, the mirror looks just like the one that came with your vehicle. Once the camera activates, the image is visible through the mirrored surface.
Stand-Alone Monitor: If there are no other options, or you want a large display, we can install a stand-alone screen to display the camera image. We have screen size options from 3.5 inches to more than 10 inches to suit almost any application.

Visit Ocala Car Audio to See Our Backup Camera Solutions

If you are interested in a backup camera system for your car or truck, drop by Ocala Car Audio and speak with one of our product specialists. If you have any questions, we invite you to give us a call or send an e-mail using our online contact page.

November 25, 2016 By Ocala Car Audio

Repeat Client Gets Mazda RX-8 Audio Upgrade And Accessories For Her New Car

One of our clients brought this clean 2008 Mazda RX-8 to Ocala Car Audio for a significant audio system upgrade. We had built a system for this client’s RAV4 several years ago. She had been looking for an RX-8 for more than a year and was excited to bring it in for a system and a few accessories once she finally found it.

As always, we ensured that we understood the client’s goals for the system and for the vehicle. She loves music and likes cars, so she wanted a system that sounds great and looks kind of cool at the same time.

Initial Steps A Foundation For Great Sound

We took delivery of the vehicle and removed the factory source unit, door and rear speakers. We ran Memphis Car Audio 17-ETP-21.6 6-channel interconnect cables, a T-Spec V10-RAK4 power wire kit and new speaker wire through the car. Then we treated the doors with a healthy dose of Roadkill sound deadening. The sound deadening not only blocks road and wind noise, but dramatically improves the performance of the door speakers by sealing off openings in the doors.

Kenwood Door Speaker Upgrade

The large Kenwood woofer was installed in the door using a custom adapter.

Plenty of sound deadening was applied to the door to maximize the speaker performance.

The factory door speakers are quite large, so we made a set of adapter rings out of expanded PVC foam for Kenwood eXcelon-series XR-1800P 7-inch components. We mounted the tweeters in the stock location at the top of the door. We replaced the rear speakers with a set of Kenwood KFC-X693 in the factory locations.

JL Audio Provides Awesome Bass

For bass, we fabricated a vented subwoofer enclosure to house a single JL Audio 12W1V3-2 subwoofer. The enclosure sits against the rear seats and the subwoofer fires down. We added a custom logo to the back of the cabinet: an intertwined bass and treble clef. We covered the logo in black vinyl for an embossed look.

Clean JL Audio Power

Both amplifiers were mounted in the floor of the trunk, protected by a removable cover.

There is still plenty of usable space available in the trunk of this RX-8

To power the system, we used a pair of JL Audio RD series amplifiers. An RD400/4 powers the front and rear speakers and we used an RD500/1 for the subwoofer. We located the amps in the bottom of the trunk floor. We created a false floor for the trunk and flushed the amps into it. A removable panel covers the amps so she can use the trunk for cargo without risking damage to the amplifiers. We finished the floor and the subwoofer enclosure trim panel in carpet. We used a Stinger SPD570 power distribution block to split the power wire from the battery to the pair of amplifiers.

Upgraded Technology With Pioneer NEX Radio

In the factory radio location, we installed a Pioneer AVH-4200NEX. She can use her smartphone for music, texting, phone calls and navigation, thanks to CarPlay and Android Auto. A PAC SWI-RC steering wheel control interface allows the factory steering wheel controls to control the new radio.

Add-On Remote Car Starter

The client requested a few other options while we had the car in the shop. We installed a Directed 5X10 security system with remote starter to protect the vehicle. To start the car, all she has to do is push the Lock button on the factory remote control three times in quick succession.

Katzkin Leather Kit Makes Interior Look New

The last step for the interior of the vehicle was to install a set of Katzkin leather seat upgrade kits. The new upholstery is a combination of a classic textured dark-gray leather with a matching carbon fiber textured center section. These kits fit the factory seat foam perfectly without wrinkling.

Lighting And Tint Round Out The Package

RGB footwell lighting adds to the interior enhancements.

RGB lighting was used to accent the custom-embossed music insert.

The seats, radio, tint and lighting all make a dramatic difference for this Mazda.

We installed a Memphis Car Audio LED kit to highlight the footwells and the trunk of the car. This is an RGB lighting upgrade which allows her to select any color that she desires. We tinted the windows with a premium heat-rejecting Nano Ceramic tint. This window film blocks a majority of the heat from the sun and keeps the interior much cooler. To complete the blacked-out look of the car, we applied Oracle 8300 dark-gray film over the rear taillights.

Client Loved Her New Mazda RX-8 Audio System

The client returned to pick up her car and was blown away by the work we had done. She loved the clean look of the trunk and the custom music note on the back of the enclosure. She hopped in, had a listen to the new system and was smiling from ear to ear.

If you are looking for an upgrade to your audio system, drop by Ocala Car Audio. You can also e-mail us here for more information about any of our products or services.