{"id":607,"date":"2017-02-23T19:51:23","date_gmt":"2017-02-23T06:51:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hifihq.co.nz\/blog\/?p=607"},"modified":"2019-02-14T19:59:53","modified_gmt":"2019-02-14T06:59:53","slug":"speakers-are-90-of-the-sound-experience-it-in-your-car-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hifihq.co.nz\/blog\/speakers-are-90-of-the-sound-experience-it-in-your-car-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Speakers are 90% of the sound \u2013 Experience it in your car today"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Now this is where I have some experience, back in 1981 I worked for a company called Precision Installations in Blakehurst, Sydney, Australia, their company statement was \u201cMasters of Mobile Fidelity\u201d<\/strong> everything was to the highest standard and they stocked a wide range of brands but with a focus on mid to high end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These were some of the big brands they provided and installed;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Budget:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Audiosonik<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AWA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JVC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philips<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sound Barrier<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Entry Level:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eurovox<\/p>\n\n\n\n

National<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jensen<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase Linear<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proton<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mid Level:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blaupunkt<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clarion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concord<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kenwood<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Panasonic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pioneer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soundstream<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sony<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upper Mid to High End:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ADS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alpine<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AR<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boston Acoustics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Infinity<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kef<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today things have changed, there are some brands that have gone for good and others quality took a hit, see below today\u2019s brands;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Budget:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boschmann<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teac<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Entry Level:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blaupunkt<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fusion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JVC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philips<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mid Level:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orion<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JBL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pioneer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rockford Fosgate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sony<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soundstream<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upper Mid to High End:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alpine<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital Designs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focal<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mac Audio<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Infinity <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From past experiences we at Abtec<\/strong> have our own mission statement \u201cSounds Alive\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The brands Abtec<\/strong> stock must meet this statement or at least get very close, that way we know your getting the very best available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I believe that music can sooth the soul and invigorate our sensors, whether it be from entry level through to high end, amazing sound can be achieved just by having the right advise and experience can be the difference between good or great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It does not matter who you are or what you listen to it\u2019s all in the name of fun and enjoyment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now let me explain how we think when we talk in categories;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Budget:<\/strong> A starting point and where price is the sole objective (Price Range $29-$129)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Entry Level:<\/strong> Cost still important but what something a little better than budget and sound starting to become important (Price Range $130-$299)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mid Level:<\/strong> Looking for some sound quality and something musically defined (Price Range $300-$499)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upper Mid to High End: <\/strong>Now this is where sound quality is paramount and attention to detail is at the top of your sound list, best of the best  (Price Range $500+)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I guess after 30+ years in the audio industry the thing that meant the most to me was the sound quality and today nothing has changed. You can really get some amazing sounds in your vehicle if you spend time talking and comparing speakers in demo cars or boards. Bring your own music in tell us what sound you are looking for, speakers are truly the most important decision you will make \u201cSpeakers are 90% of the sound\u201d<\/strong> so do remember that when you\u2019re looking at upgrading or just improving your sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you are wanting to buy a new stereo or just upgrading an old one keep in mind that the speakers will undoubtedly determine how it is all going to sound, brands do differ in sound and quality but that\u2019s where knowledge and experience can help, ask for advice and remember sounds are different for all of us but there is one thing I can share, generally home audio brands do make amazing car audio speakers that\u2019s because there is so much more pressure on them to perform and as homes are not mobile then outside interference\u2019s are less of a concern. So what I\u2019m saying the sound detail at home is hugely noticeable so more resource is put into sound R&D and that\u2019s why myself I have stayed with home audio brands for my car speakers and you can definitely hear the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like you we at Abtec<\/strong> are car & home audio enthusiasts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hope this information was helpful<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ashley Madd Bass Burrell<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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