Compustar CMR-710HD Puts Maestro Integration Inside the Radio
Compustar’s CMR-710HD brings a Maestro RR2 interface into the radio chassis. Here is why that matters for installation, factory-feature retention and audio-system planning.
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Compustar CMR-710HD Puts Maestro Integration Inside the Radio
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EMMA Benelux Finals 2026 Results: Apeldoorn Highlights
Nigel Hill earns three class wins at the EMMA Benelux Finals. Read selected results and what the judging means for your next car-audio build.
Paul Galanos |
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Android Auto Autoplay Fix: What the October 2 Update Says
The October 2 Android Auto autoplay fix clarification gives owners and installers useful context. Here is what to record before a service visit.
Paul Galanos |
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Pioneer NEX Firmware Update Addresses Phone-Call Problems
Pioneer's recent firmware update covers three NEX receivers. Check the models, SOC versions and precautions before downloading.
Paul Galanos |
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DS18 PROJECT360 at SEMA 2026: Three Custom Builds Announced
DS18 plans PROJECT360’s first SEMA appearance, three custom audio builds, and a JUCA visit. Here’s what the show announcement means for audio enthusiasts.
Paul Galanos |
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2027 MEA Awards Voting Opens for Retailers and Installers
The 2027 MEA Industry Awards have moved into voting. Review the honorees, check ballot eligibility and vote early: the organizer’s published closing dates differ.
Paul Galanos |
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How to Tune a Car Audio DSP: A Plain-English Guide to Time Alignment, EQ, Crossovers, and Clean Output
A DSP can make a car audio system sound dramatically better — or dramatically wrong if you start without a plan. This plain-English guide walks through gain staging, crossovers, time...
Paul Galanos |
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When Pioneer Put Wood Grain on the Dashboard: A Car Audio Throwback
Before everything went black and glossy, Pioneer made wood grain car stereos — and they were a statement. This is a look back at the KEH-P6000RDS cassette receiver and DEH-535-W...
Paul Galanos |
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Soundstream Human Reign: The Amplifier That Looked Like a Work of Art
The Soundstream Human Reign wasn’t just an amplifier — it was a centerpiece. With a sculpted human face designed by artist William Boddy and 125W/ch of real output, the HR4...
Paul Galanos |
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Android Auto and Aftermarket Radios: A Smarter Dash for Android Drivers
Android Auto brings navigation, music, calls, and voice control to your dash through a compatible aftermarket radio — but wired vs. wireless, fitment, and audio features all matter before you...
Paul Galanos |
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Apple CarPlay and Aftermarket Radios: What Really Changes
Apple CarPlay turns an aftermarket radio into a hub for maps, music, calls, and apps — but wired vs. wireless, fitment, and audio features all matter before you buy. Here’s...
Paul Galanos |
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MECA World Finals 2026: Car Audio Competition Heads to Cookeville October 17–18
MECA's 2026 World Finals arrive in Cookeville, Tennessee on October 17–18, featuring both Sound Pressure and Sound Quality competition. Whether you’re following the loudest builds or the most refined installs,...
Paul Galanos |
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IBEX 2026 Marine Audio Preview: What Boaters Should Watch in Tampa
IBEX 2026 brings the marine industry to Tampa October 6–8, with KICKER debuting its new MM coaxial speakers, Modus demonstrating DSP amplifiers in a live boat display, and Audison showcasing...
Paul Galanos |
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SEMA Show 2026 Preview: Car Audio, Connected Tech, Marine Sound, and Off-Road Builds to Watch
The 2026 SEMA Show (November 3–6, Las Vegas) will feature 100+ mobile electronics brands including KICKER, Rockford Fosgate, Alpine, and Stinger. Here’s what car audio fans, truck owners, boaters, and...
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