Car Stereo System- How to Choose the Right One

The stereo system is a center point of any car audio system. They come up with exciting features and look great to be installed in the dash of the car. New trendy stereos can perform a number of complex functions so that one can easily enjoy a long drive. 

1. Parts Of Car Stereo System

There are three basic parts of any car stereo system which are the source, preamp, and amplifier. Functions of each of these parts are listed below:

• Source:

This part will allow you to make your own track list and choose whatever you like to hear. Sources can be AM or FM tuner, CD player or DVD player, Satellite Radio system, iPod or Android device or it can be a USB input. 

• Preamp:

With the help of preamp, you can easily adjust the sound. It includes options like volume controls, source selection, and adjustments of tone, equalizers, and other time correction settings.

• Amplifier::

The basic purpose of the amplifier is to increase the low voltage signal and amplify it to high voltage. This section boosts small audio signals inputted from the preamp and converts them into larger audio signals. These larger signals are outputted from the speakers.

1. Steps To Choose The Right Stereo System For Your Car

Here are some of the steps which may help you to choose the right car stereo system:

• Check For A USB Port

Some car stereo system has a built-in USB port that read files from your device and plays your favorite music. All this can be done by using USB-to-30 pin cable that comes with iPhone and iPod. The USB port can also accept USB thumb drives and play the music of your choice. 

• Radio Connectivity

Some of the cars also facilitate driver with add on SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Tuner. All you have to do is to attach antenna with your car and pay monthly or yearly to enjoy the services of satellite radio.

• Check For Hd Option

If you want to listen to your own favorite track list and tired from regular AM and FM radio stations then we will suggest you go for HD radio tuner. It has a better quality of sound and free to use. Instead of having regular Am/ FM radio stations having single frequency it is more exciting to have five different AM/ FM radio stations having the same frequency.

• Support Bluetooth

Car stereos also allow you to add on Bluetooth or you can buy a car stereo with Bluetooth standard. With the help of this option, your phone can be connected to the stereo system of the car and allow you to play music from your device and answer calls. Because taking your eyes off from the road to dial or answer any call is never a good option for anyone.   

• Digital Car Stereo System

If you are tired of listening to CDs in your car then you should go for digital media car stereo system. This system requires integration of iPods, iPhones and other devices in order to play your favorite music and do not feature a CD player. As compared to another stereo system they are much cheaper to buy.