AUDIO EQUIPMENT BUYER'S GUIDE

Jl Audio

VX1000/5i Amplifier

$1,169.99 | JLAudio.com

Designed to simplify great audio, every VXi amplifier combines JL Audio’s advanced NexD2 switching amplifier technology with an integrated, fullfeatured digital signal processor. Employing their second generation NexD2 amplifier technology, the VX1000/5i efficiently powers a complete audio system. All amplifier adjustments and DSP functionality are configured via a compatible external device (PC, tablet or smartphone), with the JL Audio TüN Software application installed.

Hybrid Audio Technologies

Legatia Subwoofers

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Legatia Subwoofers are Hybrid Audio Technologies' next-generation series of subwoofers. At home in virtually any enclosure arrangement – from sealed, to vented, to infinite baffle and bandpass – the Legatia range of subwoofers are going to impress even the most critical listener with speed and articulation, bottom-octave authority, with a total inductance profile that is not just low, but flat over stroke, frequency, and power. Available in both dual 2-ohm and dual 4-ohm impedance configurations, and in 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch, 15-inch, and 18-inch sizes.

SONY

XAV-AX8000

$599.99 | Sony.com

This media receiver's huge 8.95-inch (22.7cm) display seamlessly hovers over your dashboard and works in a single-DIN space. The sturdy mount can be adjusted in three directions to allow for flexible installation in a wide variety of vehicles. Connect a compatible Apple or Android smartphone to get directions, stream music, and more.

SONY

XM-GS6DSP

$399.99 | Sony.com

With 6 channels of class-D amplification, the XM-GS6DSP drives a variety of speaker configurations. Fill your car with 45 W x 4 (4 ohms) of clean and dynamic sound plus 600 W (2 ohms bridged) of subwoofer power. All from a compact amp, with minimal interference for audio that’s crystal clear, even at its loudest.

Kicker

KEYLOC Smart Line-Out Converter Kicker.com

In the pursuit to get the best sound possible from your stereo system that features both factory and aftermarket gear, KEYLOC’s patent-pending KEY algorithm automatically detects and analyzes crossovers, EQ, time delay, and all-pass filters present, and then it will level-match the left and right audio channels. Once analyzed, it corrects these various filters to give you the smoothest frequency response possible, giving you a clean, uncolored audio signal for your aftermarket gear.

KICKER

TRTP Down-Firing

Loaded Enclosure

$299.95 | Kicker.com

Kicker has developed and perfected three new, ultra-thin, down-firing loaded enclosures, dubbed the TRTP-Series. Included in each enclosure is the popular Kicker CompRT thin subwoofer, alongside a resurgent reFLEX passive radiator for a significant upgrade in bass without increasing overall depth. Barely six inches high, TRTP enclosures are built to fit anywhere from behind the seat of a pickup to the back cargo area of a hatchback.

Kenwood

DNR1007XR

$1,599.95 | Kenwood.com

The KENWOOD eXcelon Reference DNR1007XR navigation receiver has built-in Garmin Navigation, is both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ready via wired or wireless connection. It features four camera Inputs, three preouts at 5 volts, 13-band EQ and DSP with 3-way crossover, and parametric EQ selections. It is SiriusXM ready, ADS Maestro RR/RR2 ready and features a 10.1-inch floating panel HD 1280 x 720 optically bonded display.

KENWOOD

Excelon DDX9907XR

$1,149 | Kenwood.com

The Kenwood eXcelon Reference series DDX9907XR DVD multimedia receiver with 6.8-inch high definition capacitive touch screen display and the best audio experience with hi-res audio capability! Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto capable. iDatalink Maestro compatible for enhanced vehicle integration. SiriusXM ready and HD Radio built-in. Includes four camera inputs and Wi-Fi Certified.