12vtalk: Recent Episodes
BigDWiz & HifiVega
BigDWiz and HiFiVega's Podcast about all things car audio. Join us each week for a new, exciting episode!
What's new in car audio 2021? Listen to Dereck and Hifi discuss and join us live in video every Wednesday at 7:30pm CST www.youtube.com/12vtalk
Just in time for Halloween we talk to Shawn K about the Tomb of Boom coffin he built for Dereck. You can see the coffin at www.tombofboom.com and you can watch us live every Wednesday at 7:30pm cst www.youtube.com/12vTalk
In this episode we talk to Andy Magill and find out why he is Kicker's biggest fan. Catch us live every Wednesday @ 7:30pm cst www.youtube.com/12vtalk
We had a great chat with Geoff and learned about B&C Speakers and what he does there. Catch us live every Wednesday www.YouTube.com/12vtalk
Today we talk about my wire business and how/why I started it. You can watch us live every Wednesday 7:30pm CST @ www.youtube.com/12vTalk
We talk to the behind the scenes wizard aka Jacob Scott about his history in the industry and the future in his eyes! Watch us live every wednesday 7:30pm cst at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
Today Dereck and Hifi talk to Euro_Bass she is one of the first basshead females we have had on and her and her bf Brandon give us some insight into what bass meets are like in 2021. You can watch us live every Wednesday at 7:30pm CST at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
Dereck and HifiVega share their thoughts and experiences from the Sundown Show 2021. you can watch us live every Wednesday 7:30pm cst at youtube.com/12vtalk
This was live after the Sundown Show 2021 it is explicit content, but alot of fun! You can watch us live every Wednesday 7:30pm cst at youtube.com/12vtalk
In this episode we talked to Chris Viera. He's a current bestbuy installer so we wanted to pick his brain about what the bestbuy car audio scene looks like in 2021. You can see us live every Wednesday 7:30PM CST at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
In this episode we talk to JP from down4sound. We get to hear a bit of his back story a bit about what's coming up and a whole lot of business knowledge! You can watch us live every Wednesday at 7:30PM CST www.youtube.com/12vtalk
On this episode we talk about our favorite car audio brands in the 90's vs today. What do we like what do we loathe? You can catch us live every Wednesday at 7:30 pm cst www.youtube.com/12vtalk
On this episode we anounce the results of the OSSC with the guys who ran it for us! You can catch us live every Wednesday 7:30M CST at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
We're in a Delorean and ready to change the past car audio mistakes! Watch us live every Wednesday at 7:30 PM CST www.youtube.com/12vtalk
The Manville Smith episode. You can see what Rob Hephner is up to now at www.birdman.media and you can watch 12vTalk live every Wed at 7:30 PM CST at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
We both get this question often, so we decided to address the reason why sometimes we do and sometimes we don't test your amps. You can watch us lve every Wednesday at 7:30PM CST @ www.youtube.com/12vtalk
Let's discuss our favorite video's! You can watch us live every Wednesday at 7:30pm CST www.youtube.com/12vtalk
The David Mackinnon Episode. You can see what Rob Hephner is up to now at www.birdman.media and you can watch 12vTalk live every Wed at 7:30 PM CST at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
The Loyd Ivey episode! You can see what Rob Hephner is up to now at www.birdman.media and you can watch 12vtalk live at 7:30PM CST every Wednesday at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
Today we be talking about Apple lossless audio and whatever other audio topics that come to mind. If you wanna catch us live on Wed at 7:30pm CST go to www.youtube.com/12vtalk
What annoy's Dereck and me about car audio? Listen and find out! You really should catch us live every Wednesday at 7pm CST www.youtube.com/12vtalk
We discuss the future of headunits with Dean from 5 star! You should catch the show live at www.youtube.com/12vtalk
It's hard out here for a pimp and Kicker amps it seems! In this episode we talk to Kip Litsey about Kicker's high bar for amp testing. Check us out live ay 7:30pm CST every Wednesday
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The OSSC is extended! you can check us out live every Wednesday at 7:30PM CST or 8:30 Eastern time just go to www.YouTube.com/12vtalk
One of our best episodes yet! We get to hear about Doug's start in car audio as well as what he's doing currently. If you wanna watch us on video go to www.YouTube.com/12vtalk
On this episode of T&A Rob H interviews Eric Stevens. You can check out what Rob is up to today at https://birdman.media/ you can also see what 12vtalk is up to at https://www.youtube.com/12vtalk
T&A Episode 7 Rob interviews Earl Z. Check out what Rob Hephner is up to now at https://birdman.media/
Today we talked about a little car audio some Youtube and even some tik tok??? check us out at https://www.youtube.com/c/12VTalk
Tech&Autofiles ep 6 the Dave Linden interview!
Check out what Mr Hephner is up to now https://birdman.media/
Let's talk about whats new at parts express with Geoff! If you wanna catch us in video form go to
https://www.youtube.com/c/12VTalk/featured
Tech & Autofiles Ep5 Rob discusses the best of CES award. Check out what he is doing now at https://birdman.media/
Ep 4 is the second part of the Andy Wehmeyer interview Rob Hephner conducted. If you dig this and would like to checkout what Rob is up to today go to
https://birdman.media/
So you wanna start a car audio company? Listen to Dereck and Rob pontificate on the perils of doing it in 2021
12vTalk presents Tech&Autofiles Ep 3. In this episode Rob interviews Andy Wehmeyer it's a great episode and its a 2 part'er! Check out what Rob is doing now at https://birdman.media/
This is 12vTalk presents Tech & Autofiles EP 2 2015 CES Intro. Check out what Rob is up to now at www.Birdman.media and let him know 12vTalk sent you!
Rob Hephner is the reason 12vTalk started and he was kind enough to let us share his old podcast with you guys! You won't be disappointed. Rob is still podcasting and you can see what he is up to now here at
https://birdman.media/
Today we talk about why we test cheap amps and why some people have misconceptions about the amp dyno and amp testing in general.
Today we talk to Erin about his YouTube channel his in depth testing and most importantly his BMX history!
If you haven't ever heard an episode of Tech and Autofiles you're going to love this show. We talk with Rob Hephner the man who was the inspiration for 12vTalk
Today we talk with Bill Braun from Kicker. He tells us all about his time as and SQ judge as well as how it is to run social media for the brand.
If you've got a little extra stimulus money burning a hole in your pocket we can help you spend it on audio!
Today we talk about car audio culture around the world with Russel Wong of Shok Industries.
Dereck and I finally get our good friend Shawn K on to talk about his latest build and all things old school.
Today we talk to some Women in car audio and get a glimpse into their perspective of our beloved community!
We talk to Chris Nelson (long time former Rockford Fosgate employee) about stories from the old days!
We interview Paul Galanos owner of G2Dynamics star of Car Audio Dynasty and all around good guy.
Dean from five star car stereo and Kip from kicker join us to discuss how social media has effected the industry for shops and manufacturers... BUT the 12vTalk boys make sure to throw a handful of nonsense in as always!
Get loud, but also keep quiet! This episode is all about sound deadening type's and applications.
Big D and HifiVega discuss their favorite amps unnder $200 Top 5 sub amps under $200 https://bit.ly/33O3zjz
We pull a very good thread from the facebook group Car Audio Addiction Network and give our thoughts! What is the future of car audio?
It's hip to be square and Kip Litsey from Kicker is here to tell us why! We had a great discussion with Kip about all things Kicker and the past present and future of car audio. This is a long one so grab your refreshments and enjoy.
Talking about the old days and how it helped shape some of the stuff Phoenix Gold is making today.
We take your questions! I also left in the aftershow which is typically cut out, but we had a shorter show this week so bonus!!!
Test bench talkin time! We talk about our past/present and future set ups as well as some things we've learned along the way.
Let's talk about subwoofers old school vs new!! https://www.youtube.com/12vtalk http://youtube.com/hifivega https://www.youtube.com/oldschoolstereo
Sidekick take over! Me and Skip01 are in control, we have overthrown our oppressors... Now I can ask skip how he got into car audio and his SPL roots and when Tfade infected him with SQ?
In this episode we get to stretch our legs out and talk to a home audio guy about he got started in car audio and what he thinks about car audiophiles!
Today we talk about SPL new and old and discuss what's going on in the Old School SPL Challenge as well.
We turned one! Let's go back and listen to a few of our favorite moments and talk about the future and our hopes for the show.
Dean is a much anticipated guest and we get into his car audio history and talk YouTube.
Today we clear up and set the rules for the Old School SPL Challenge. Link to the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=old%20school%20spl%20challenge&epa=SEARCH_BOX
Craig from Old School Car Audio co-hosts this weeks episode with Dereck and they discuss what's going on in Australia's car audio market, the Old School SPL Challenge and Craig has some suggestions for Rockville and how they should've handled the K9 debacle. Fun episode!
Old School SPL Challenge: https://www.oldschoolstereo.com/2019/06/old-school-spl-challenge.html https://www.facebook.com/groups/oldschoolspl2019/ (recommended for community engagement, updates, Q&A, etc)
Old School Car Audio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxywVd1O_JDHr3i3lHb21CA/videos Shop Old School Car Audio: http://www.oldschoolcaraudio.com.au Use Code: 12VTALK for 15% off through July 2019
Williston Audio Labs on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Old school Stereo Merch: https://teespring.com/oldschoolstereo
HifiVega Merch: https://teespring.com/hifivegamerch
Hang out and chat SQ with Big D, HifiVega, Klifton and Ben. Learn what Sqology is all about the shows and the podcast.
Join us as we recap the Spring 2019 OSS Meet. Good times were had, demo's were given and no one tapped!!
We have a barn burner this time! Our good friend JDR is on the show and we talk about old school stories and maybe some Rockville/Sundown "beef"
In this episode we are glad to have Will Savard from Savard Speaker Systems! We discuss the past, present and future...
https://www.savardspeakersystems.com/
Here is a special episode discussing cea subwoofer ratings. In this episode we engage the live viewing audience and it should give you a feel of the kind of shenanigans that go on in the after show chat.
Join Big D and HifiVega as they interview Chris Bennet from Audiocontrol. We learn about the past present and future of the comapny.
Join us as we talk about using car audio in home with Ed Lester from ShowtimeSPL and Sparked innovations.
Sean from EMF Audio fills us in on his history in car audio and EMF Audio. We did have some echo in this podcast unfortunately...
Another great guest Mark from Car Audio Fab joins us to discuss how he started, why he started and how he can help us all GIT GUD at fabrication!
Part 2 The after show! I hope you all enjoy this extra episode... We don't normally put the after talk into the feed, but this one was pretty great.
We had a great discussion with Aaron White from Audio Designs! Be on the lookout for part 2 soon.
In this episode, Dereck and Rob discuss some topics in car audio with suggestions for things to do and other things not to do.
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Dereck and Rob take viewer questions on several car audio related topics and answer them.
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz Old school Stereo Merch: https://teespring.com/oldschoolstereo HifiVega Merch: https://teespring.com/hifivegamerch
Based on YouTube comment "I can't hear the bass in your video..."
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Old school Stereo Merch: https://teespring.com/oldschoolstereo
HifiVega Merch: https://teespring.com/hifivegamerch
Tonight we interview Mike Burba, aka #BassCop
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Join us as we discuss budget vs high-end car audio. Do you really need the expensive stuff?
HiFiVega: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigD: http://www.willistonaudio.com 12V Talk: https://www.youtube.com/12VTalk
Join us as we discuss the "network" in car audio and how it affects the consumer. This network I'm referring to is dealers. Are they still needed in 2019? Rob and I discuss our thoughts.
HIFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/hifivega Williston Audio Labs: http://www.willistonaudio.com
Join us as we interview Geoff Schneider of Parts Express and Printable Acoustics. Jeff tells us about his history in car audio, including how he became an SQ judge at MECA and how he landed his gig at Parts Express. Great chat!
See the Dayton DSP at http://www.parts-express.com See HiFiVega on YouTube.com/HifiVega See BigD at WilistonAudio.com
Tonight we interview Ryan from Budget Gem or Budget Bust and talk about everything from his first system, to the most shocking amp he's tested to an amp that blew up on the Amp Dyno. See Ryan's links below:
Budget Gem or Budget Bust on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/bigblank69 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BudgetGemBust/ Facebook Group: https://goo.gl/CBkTaA
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega Williston Audio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
OldSchoolStereo Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/bigdwiz HiFiVega Merch: https://teespring.com/HiFiVegaMerch
Dereck and Rob discuss car audio announcements from CES 2019 and our thoughts on the industry
http://www.willistonaudio.com https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega
Rob and guest host Craig Harrison of OldSchoolCarAudio.com.au discuss some of the madness discussed in the forums and Facebook.
BigDWiz and HiFiVega discuss their favorite videos, products and more from 2018. We also discuss some predictions for 2019.
- Favorite moments of 2018
- Best audio things in 2018
- 2018 bummers
- Predictions for 2019?
- Picks of the year
- 12V Talk Podcast Reviews
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Join us as we interview Sam from YouTube.com/Barevids
Sam talks about repairing amplifiers and shows off his impressive setup with the multiple cameras for live streaming.
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Join HiFiVega and BigDWiz as they interview the masterminds behind TheAmpLab.net. We will find out more about Ethan and Troy including their amplifier repair business, home made Amp Testing Machine and more!
Find out more about The Amp Lab: Website: https://theamplab.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theamplab/
Join BigDWiz and HiFiVega as we interview the legendary Wayne Harris. Known as the "OG Basshead", Wayne was using 24" and 30" subwoofers back in the mid 1980's! Let's find out more about Wayne and his history in car audio. Shop for Term-Lab - https://shop.termpro.com See HiFiVega - https://www.youtube.com/HifiVega See BigDWiz - https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Join BigDWiz and HiFiVega as we interview the legendary Wayne Harris. In this 2nd part of the podcast, Wayne discusses the Term-Lab and it's capabilities. Wow, what an amazing tool! See more about the Term-Lab: https://shop.termpro.com See HiFiVega's Videos: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega See BigDWiz' Videos: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
We received information on 11/30/18 Boland Audio was closing it's doors. Since we had Bernie Boland as a guest a month ago, we felt it was important to provide updates on the situation. We were provided statements from each party and do not come to any conclusions. We do suggest if you have a paid, unfulfilled order from Boland Audio, you need to request a charge-back from your credit card company or bank. 14:23 Podcast Start 18:30 Facts we know 24:35 Comments from Investor 27:48 Response from Bernie Boland 32:30 Request dispute from Credit Card Company 34:22 Three Sides to Every Story 37:42 Questions we asked Bernie 41:17 We are not investigative reporters 46:08 Picks of the week Rob - T-handle hex wrenches - https://amzn.to/2PnAXo6 47:48 - BigD - SMD SpeakerTerminal - https://amzn.to/2rmZKza
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Today we interview Ed Lester of Sparked Innovations and ShowTimeSPL. Ed tells his story of how he got into car audio at a very young age and has grown his passion into a business. Enjoy the fantastic stories of Ed's past and how important it is to have a goal and work toward it.
Make sure you check out Sparked Innovations: https://goo.gl/B6fUZ5 Ed's Youtube Channel: https://goo.gl/cyZE1M 6 million video views? https://youtu.be/THUMdTohWkI Is This The Greatest Subwoofer of All Time? https://youtu.be/JLSJcMul01E
HiFiVega's Links: Patreon (support): https://www.patreon.com/HiFiVega TeeSpring (t-shirts): https://teespring.com/HiFiVegaMerch HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega
BigD's Links: Patreon (support): https://www.patreon.com/OldSchoolStereo TeeSpring (t-shirts): https://teespring.com/stores/bigdwiz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Deals below:
Bestbuy $29 JBL and Kenwood Subwoofers (JBL Gx 12 normally $129 Kenwood Road series 12 normally $119)
SonicElectronix Massive audio mk6 6.5 comp set $48 free shipping https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_91606_Massive-Audio-MK6.html NVX 40sqft 90mil sound dampening $80 free shipping https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_40531_NVX-SDBP40-40-ft-Bulk-Pack-Sound-Deadening-Entire-Car-90mil-2.3mm-THICK.html Dual DA301L mini amp $57 https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_78006_Dual-DA301L-Great-for-Powersports-UTV-ATV-Motorcycles.html Pioneer TS-SW3002S4 Shallow 12” Sub https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_81221_Pioneer-TS-SW3002S4.html
Crutchfield Infinity Kappa K600 $149 free shipping normally $349 https://www.crutchfield.com/p_108K600/Infinity-Kappa-K600.html
GP Car Audio 1/0 OFC Big 3 Kit $53.99 http://gpcaraudio.com/1-0-awg-big-3-upgrade-kit-gp-merica-no-bs-ofhc-cable/ Parts Express - https://www.parts-express.com/promo/black_friday_2018 Ultimax 18” Subwoofer $259 https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-um18-22-18-ultimax-dvc-subwoofer-2-ohms-per-coil--295-518 Dayton Audio DSP-408 4x8 DSP - $139 https://www.parts-express.com/dayton-audio-dsp-408-4x8-dsp-digital-signal-processor-for-home-and-car-audio--230-500 Sound of Tri State https://www.soundoftristate.com/onsale?limit=45
Gift Guide Gifts under $10 PAC LC-1 universal bass knob https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002J226O/?tag=12vTalk-20 Gifts under $25 OSS T shirts and gear https://teespring.com/stores/bigdwiz 20% off using OSSBF code Klein wirestrippers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00080DPNQ/?tag=12vTalk-20 30amp 12v power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06VWV5YCH/?tag=12vTalk-20 Auto trim removal kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KXN7LE6/?tag=12vTalk-20 Smd speaker terminal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ATRQS68/?tag=12vTalk-20 Channellock 9in cable cutters https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004SBDG/?tag=12vTalk-20 Gifts under $50 Lepai amp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071FJF4FF/?tag=12vTalk-20 Weller soldering station https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AS28UC/?tag=12vTalk-20 10 ton hydraulic crimps https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XR8BY65/?tag=12vTalk-20 Fountek 2in full range drivers https://www.madisoundspeakerstore.com/approx-2-fullrange/fountek-fr59exe-full-range/%20%20Fountek%20FR59EXE%20Full%20Range 360 watt 4ch amp? Coeus Power VA4.100 https://goo.gl/ege3PK
Gifts under $100 Pioneer 10in enclosed subwoofer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JQTU3QC/?tag=12vTalk-20 Skar Audio EVL-65 D4 6.5” Sub https://amzn.to/2KqTU8H
Gifts under $200 Audiopipe APMI-2000 - $167 https://amzn.to/2TxDxv9
BigDWiz and HIFIVEGA interview Keith Payne about the old days and check out some of his newer builds. This episode is heavily visual so if you get a chance check it out on youtube.com/12vtalk
See BigDWiz on YouTube.com/BigDWiz See HiFiVega on YouTube.com/HiFiVega
(Part 2 of the Interview). BigDWiz and HiFiVega interview Bernie Boland of Boland Audio. Learn some of the history of car audio including PPI, Orion and Rockford Fosgate. We also discuss the new Boland Audio amplifiers and what makes them special. Big thanks to Bernie for dedicating his time to join us!
See Boland Audio on Facebook: https://goo.gl/rcRRDF
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
BigDWiz and HiFiVega interview Bernie Boland of Boland Audio. Learn some of the history of car audio including PPI, Orion and Rockford Fosgate. We also discuss the new Boland Audio amplifiers and what makes them special. Big thanks to Bernie for dedicating his time to join us!
See Boland Audio on Facebook: https://goo.gl/rcRRDF
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
BigDWiz & HifiVega go over some car audio deals ahead of black friday. Giving you the scoop on some of the best bargains out there!
BigDWiz and HiFiVega discuss the recent OSS Meet in Texas. Many cool systems, car audio enthusiasts, a swap meet and a charity auction. Check out the massive system by Savard and the stealth, SQ system by Linear Power.
BigD and Vega interview Craig Harrison from OldSchoolCarAudio.com.au. Join us to find out more about Craig, his passion with old school and the car audio scene in Australia.
See Craig’s website and social media pages here: OldSchoolCarAudio.com.au
Box That Rocks (2018 version) part 1: https://youtu.be/zwzqhiAlLuw Box That Rocks (2018 version) part 2: https://youtu.be/ORJNzdtHl68 Jeep JK build: https://youtu.be/kk_DaE6f4Vo
Today BigDWiz and HifiVega talk about how to plan for your car stereo system. Are you just wanting bass? Wanting a SQ setup? Want a block beater? We will explain how to best plan out for each of these systems.
In this episode we discuss the new school car audio we use and love. We'll mention our favorites from many categories and also talk about the current and possible future of car audio from our perspective.
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
Join us as BigD and HiFiVega discuss the tools they use for creating YouTube videos.
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
BigDWiz and HiFiVega discuss the differences between Car Audio Companies and Car Audio Manufacturers. How many actually make their products these days? Is it important to manufacture products in the USA or is it even possible?
HiFiVega on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BigDWiz
1:00 Hertz 21 inch Subwoofer 3:22 What makes a company a Manufacturer vs a Brand? 6:05 What companies manufacture everything in the USA? 9:55 What is a build house? 14:55 What are the up and downsides of of being a manufacturer or brand and quality controls 17:47 Challenges of manufacturing in the USA 20:50 Is it common for big companies to do both? 23:31 SPL vs SQ companies 28:40 What does made in the USA mean? 30:20 Amps vs Speakers (outsourcing) 34:50 Do we have problems with brands who exclusively outsource? 36:38 The engineer vs the marketer 44:44 Audience feedback 49:08 What's going on in YouTube? 53:02 Picks of the week 58:10 What's coming up!
Robot Underground https://squ.re/2xz4Ls6
As complicated as it can be, Dereck and Robert discuss the importance of aftermarket car audio and how you can make simple upgrades to make big differences.
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1:04 Show Topic 1:11 Challenges of Aftermarket Car Audio 1:54 New Cars and Radio Sizes / Integrations into HVAC and more 3:30 DSP 4:30 Adding a subwoofer 6:12 Adding a powered subwoofer 7:44 Cost of a Premium Factory System 8:30 We are about 2 channel here 10:12 Crutchfield is a great resource - https://goo.gl/VT56BN 12:35 Get Bill Crutchfield on 12V Talk? 13:10 Update Head Unit First if Possible 13:55 Knobs NOT Buttons for Volume! 15:15 Get all the Features You Want 18:01 Aftermarket Amplifiers 18:51 Sound Quality vs Psycho Acoustics 19:48 I thought he was old school? 21:25 Previous Episode about Old School Equipment - https://youtu.be/nEECmaLLjM4 25:40 Shawn King amp repair - https://goo.gl/tCqwzZ 27:55 Dean and Fernando - Five Star Car Stereo - https://goo.gl/qnX6nt 29:31 Local Car Audio Shops 31:05 12V Talk Community 31:50 Do You Ask for Advice on the Internet? 32:51 Don't Vaguebook? 35:50 How to Ask Car Audio Related Questions 36:45 Vega's 12" Subwoofer Shootout 38:42 Audience Feedback 40:04 What's Happening on YouTube this week? 46:46 Stetsom Spectrum Analyzer https://ebay.to/2NLGJmV 47:01 Wiss Scissors https://thd.co/2MBiLpL Car Audio Fabrication - Using Magnets - https://youtu.be/erVpCB4KQbM
Welcome to Episode 5 of 12V Talk where BigDWiz and HiFiVega talk about subwoofer enclosures. Should you build or buy? What about tips and tricks? Which materials to use?
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://goo.gl/paZuEU HiFiVega on YouTube: YouTube.com/HiFiVega BigDWiz on YouTube: YouTube.com/BigDWiz
BigDWiz and HiFiVega discuss the confusion of audio amplifier ratings. What is RMS power? Max power? What about the Amp Dyno, how does that work? Those questions and more answered in this podcast.
HiFiVega and BigDWiz discuss what they feel old school means when referring to car audio. Do we use old school in our daily drivers? Is it worth running old school gear? Is the hype all nostalgia?
Join us in our 2nd episode of 12V Talk! BigDWiz and HiFiVega discuss their roots in car audio. Are they industry insiders? Are they enthusiasts? Listen to find out, even hear the story of BigDWiz and his first Alpine 7903 and the rusted out Firebird...
Listen as BigDWiz from YouTube.com/BigDWiz and HiFiVega YouTube.com/HiFiVega discuss old school car audio "cheater" amplifiers. What is a cheater amp? Why did they cost so much? Why are they still valuable today, up to 30 years later?