Okay, so this time we are stepping a little outside of the standard car audio box, but let’s face it, everyone who loves their music is going to want to have it with them regardless of the vehicle. With the ever increasing popularity of the p [ … ]

Since 1973, the legacy of “Livin’ Loud” at Kicker has always been driven by a passion for music. The new KXA series of amplifiers build on that proud legacy, and they sent us an example just to prove it. We received a new KXA1600. [ … ]

From the folks at Kenwood comes the premium eXcelon series of products. The eXcelon XR amplifiers incorporate the latest technology, and are designed for the highest levels of sonic performance Kenwood has to offer. This time we are going to take a [ … ]

Anyone on a tight budget who’s looking for a double-DIN DVD/CD/MP3/Bluetooth navigation receiver would do well to check out the new VX7023 from Jensen. With virtually all the whistles and bells you might need and a retail price of under $500, [ … ]

As a function of running my business and writing reviews for PASMAG, I get to see a lot of amplifiers, and I’ll be the first to admit it’s fun to see what’s coming in the future and where trends are heading. It also seems like we [ … ]

Smartphone users currently in the market for a new DVD/Navigation receiver would do well to take a close look at the new NX807 from Clarion. The new source unit combines a trifecta of premium navigation with 3D mapping, a great audio source with op [ … ]

Whether you are a sound quality aficionado or an SPL basshead, the goal for the Cadence product team is to provide you with products that exceed your expectations. Their creed is to “take extraordinary measures to create extraordinary product [ … ]

For the last four decades, the folks up in Mountlake Terrace, Washington have been known for “Making Good Sound Great”. Of course I’m referring to the AudioControl brand and the sound obsessed crew that works there. They have rece [ … ]

As the integration of factory source units continues to become more comprehensive, many audio enthusiasts are faced with the necessity of retaining the OEM radio when planning a system upgrade. In many cases, this means having to correct th [ … ]

Over the last 30 years, the Orion brand of car audio has garnered a high level of respect from folks who insist on high quality, high performance products. The marque has a proven track record for performance and reliability that only a handful of [ … ]