Your Guide to Choosing a Subwoofer
Boost Your Car’s Sound With The Best Aftermarket Subwoofers
There’s no denying that a casual cruise down Harbor Drive is much more enjoyable with the windows rolled back and the beats blasting. If you’re particularly fond of bumpin’ bass, then subwoofers are an absolute must-have to round out your car audio system.
Car subwoofers deliver that satisfying bass thump that brings your music alive. Subwoofers come in various sizes, and at a wide range of prices. But buyer beware - grabbing the first subwoofer you see and haphazardly tossing it in your vehicle isn’t going to do the trick. Choosing the subwoofer that’s right for you requires research on your part to find the aftermarket subs that’ll give you the best performance, while still remaining compatible with your vehicle (and your budget!).
Below, our product experts at Car Stereo City San Diego offer some helpful tips on choosing the best subs for your taste, your vehicle, and your budget.
How to Choose a Subwoofer
Car audio consumers have two main options when it comes to choosing subs: you can opt to purchase the individual components to put together a customized subwoofer box, or you can purchase an off-the-shelf sub box with the sub already pre-mounted in the box.
Some considerations you need to take into account when looking for a subwoofer system include:
Power. The more power, the more potential there is to produce that big booming sound from the subwoofer. To compare power ratings, pay particular attention to the RMS (continuous power output) power ratings and not the peak rating.
Sensitivity. The sensitivity rating of a subwoofer is an important component to pay attention to. A higher sensitivity rating means it takes less power to produce the same amount of sound than a product with a lower sensitivity rating.
Frequency. The frequency range measures just how low a sub can play. The subwoofer enclosure type will also play a big role in the richness of sound the subwoofer produces. Different enclosures will yield different results. A sealed box will give you a deeper and more accurate sound reproduction, but a band-pass enclosure will produce more volume.
Size. The size of the subwoofer is a consideration that doesn’t have an easy, clear-cut answer, but warrants consideration nonetheless. The biggest subs will produce the loudest and deepest sound; however, you may be as well served with a smaller sub if space and budget are important.
Buying Aftermarket Subwoofers in San Diego
If you’re in the Southern California region, you’ve got a lot of options when it comes to aftermarket car audio stores. Luckily, one of the most highly rated sources for aftermarket car audio accessories - Car Stereo City San Diego - is right in your backyard. Car Stereo City has been the leading car audio installer in San Diego for years thanks to our team’s knowledge of the products we carry, as well as the expertise of our car audio installation technicians.
Car Stereo City San Diego has the top car audio brands you know, including Alpine, Pioneer, MTX, JBL, Kicker, Rockford Fosgate, and more. These brands’ subwoofers are the highest-rated subwoofers by a wide margin, according to most car audio enthusiasts.
Most pros consider either Rockford Fosgate or Kicker at the top of the list with Alpine, Pioneer, JBL, and MTX following in no particular order.
Subwoofer Installation in San Diego
Car Stereo City carries a wide range of subwoofers in different sizes and specification ranges from all these leading manufacturers, so making your choice can feel overwhelming. Luckily, our professional staff will assist you in finding the right product at the right price. More importantly, they’ll also ensure that your new sub will fit your vehicle perfectly. This way, you’re sure to get that low-end bass sound that will surely satisfy you.
After you make your choice of subwoofer, we at Car Stereo City have factory-trained installation experts to make sure the subs are properly installed and performing at peak level. After the system is installed, our professionals will take the time to make sure you become well acquainted with your updated audio system.
Car audio is what we do, so we love to build the perfect sound system for all our visitors. Getting the right combination of components together is an art, and we enjoy giving our best each and every day. We pride ourselves on our customer service - from sale to installation - and making sure every customer leaves our shop fully satisfied with their purchase. If you’re ready to get the car sound system of your dreams, call us at 858-277-1823. Or better yet, stop in to see us at 8252 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. in San Diego.