Audio

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2020 Volkswagen Tiguan SoundShield Sound Deadening
2020 Volkswagen Tiguan SoundShield Sound Deadening 1440 1080 Andrew

WHY? This 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan came to us looking to improve the sound in the vehicle, without breaking the bank. This Tiguan came equipped with the Fender system from the factory, not a bad place to start. One way to accomplish this is through sound dampening. Sound dampening has a number of advantages, including but not limited to: a reduction in rattles and vibrations, lays the foundation for future audio upgrades, Sound Shield will also help reduce road noise inside the vehicle, along with so much more! We recommend sound dampening in every vehicle, as the added sound dampening will improve the acoustic environment that is the vehicle. This customer plans on bringing the vehicle back to us in the future to upgrade the various audio components. Starting with the sound dampening is a great way to get the build started. This route will ensure the customer is getting the…

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Porsche 911 Custom Audio Build and Radar/Laser Defense
Porsche 911 Custom Audio Build and Radar/Laser Defense 2419 1814 Elevated Audio

WHY? This 1996 Porsche 911 (993) was such a joy to work on, the vehicle is in mint condition with only 35k original miles.  As impressive as Porsche’s are, they leave a lot to be desired in the audio department.  Some may say, the sounds of the Porsche are all you need to hear while driving this vehicle; however, we beg to differ.  Now, not only can  our client enjoy driving he beautiful Porsche, he can enjoy crisp, high-fidelity music while doing so, if he so chooses. This project was one that looked as great as it sounded, the rear seat addition to add the sub woofer, amps, and DSP, really turned out incredible, and best of all, it looks true to the vehicle.  That was the theme of this project, keep everything looking as OEM as possible.  Luckily, we were able to perform this entire upgrade without making any…

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1984 Volvo 240 DL Custom Audio System
1984 Volvo 240 DL Custom Audio System 2049 1537 Elevated Audio

WHY? This client brought us his Volvo in 2018 for an audio upgrade, but had to settle for a more modest upgrade than he had hoped for.  He had heard one of our demo vehicle’s at the time and decided he needed that sound in his Volvo at some point in the future. Fast forward a couple years and the Volvo is back at Elevated Audio for a first-class audio upgrade.  This vehicle’s new audio system sounded fantastic and the additions made to the door panels look seamless. WHAT? Upgraded the Front Stage and Fabricated Custom Door Panels – One of my favorite projects to ever leave the Elevated Audio install bay, these custom door panels truly looked incredible when they were done.  From the factory, the vehicle came with a four inch speaker in each front door, while we needed to fit three new speakers in each door.  Our…

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High Fidelity Audio Upgrade for Mercedes Benz G550
High Fidelity Audio Upgrade for Mercedes Benz G550 2100 1575 Elevated Audio

WHY?  A returning customer contacted us with a new vehicle of his looking to improve the sound system, without being intrusive on the vehicle.  We had previously installed a full audio system in his Ford Raptor, which he enjoyed before eventually selling that vehicle.  Although he enjoyed that system, he wanted something more refined for this new vehicle, a 2018 Mercedes Benz G550. He recently purchased this G550 and the factory audio system was lacking clarity, depth, and impact, everything just sounded good enough.  We decided to focus our attention on improving the front stage in the vehicle since the rear seat was rarely going to be utilized.  We were able to design a system that provided high-fidelity audio, without sacrificing space or altering the appearance of the vehicle’s interior. WHAT? Upgraded the Front Stage Components – It’s tough to beat how incredible the Morel Supremo component speakers sound.  Featuring…

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The Best Sounding Chevy Colorado in Colorado!
The Best Sounding Chevy Colorado in Colorado! 2560 1920 Elevated Audio

WHY?  Our client with this Chevrolet Colorado came to us looking for an audio upgrade, not knowing exactly what he was looking for in terms of an audio experience.  We discussed some options over the phone during the quarantine period and decided on a basic upgrade consisting of new front and rear speakers, a modest bass addition, and a 5-channel amp to run the entire system. Once we were finally able to re-open the shop for consultations and installations, this customer came in to listen to the system he  had decided on over the phone.  During the in-vehicle audio demonstration, we went through all of the possibilities, and it did not take long for him to realize he wanted a better audio experience than he had originally planned on purchasing. The only way to truly appreciate a car audio system that has been tuned using a DSP (Digital Signal Processor)…

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Subaru Crosstrek Gets an Audio Upgrade Without Losing Space
Subaru Crosstrek Gets an Audio Upgrade Without Losing Space 1440 1328 Elevated Audio

Links to all Products Used: 1. JL Audio VX700/5i 2. BLAM Under seat subwoofer (non-amplified) 3. 4-Gauge Amplifier Wiring Kit (Pure Copper) 4. DRC-205 DSP/Bass Control Knob 5. Front speakers (Factory) 6. Rear Speakers (Factory) 7. Sound Deadening- 2 Rolls SoundShield WHY?  This customer came to us with his 2019 Subaru Crosstrek wanting to improve the audio in his vehicle, without sacrificing ANY space.  His Subaru came with the standard factory audio system, which leaves a lot to be desired. During the free ono-on-one consultation, we were able to recommend different options, including options that take up space.  Sometimes a customer’s idea of a subwoofer is a giant box in the cargo area; however, we have ways of adding clean low-end bass without sacrificing much space at all.  Ultimately, we want to deliver the best sound possible, but within the client’s parameters, and that’s exactly what we did on this…

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2017 Toyota Tacoma Gets an Essential Bass Upgrade!
2017 Toyota Tacoma Gets an Essential Bass Upgrade! 1440 1439 Elevated Audio

WHY?  This customer contacted us wanting to improve the bass in her truck, even though her Tacoma came with the Premium JBL factory audio system.  When the truck pulled up to the shop and we saw that the license plate read “DUBST3P,” it was clear that we needed to deliver with the bass on this build! If you have the factory Toyota JBL audio system and you were thinking that it sounded sub-par, you are definitely not alone! During the free consultation, our System Designer, Don, was able to suggest the products that would serve our customer and meet all their needs. WHAT? Added a mono amplifier with a bass knob – We used the JL Audio XD600/1v2 to power the subwoofers in this setup.  This is one of our go-to amplifiers for a few different reasons.  The XD amps are ultra-compact, we can hide these amp anywhere.  We were…

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2006 Saab 9-3 Radar+Laser Protection and Full Audio System Overhaul
2006 Saab 9-3 Radar+Laser Protection and Full Audio System Overhaul 2560 1920 Elevated Audio

WHY?  This customer is a Saab enthusiast, and this is the second Saab he has brought into the shop for upgrades.  This time he brought in a 2006 Saab 9-3 that he was restoring back to showroom quality.  Not that the vehicle was in rough, because it wasn’t, but he now has this vehicle looking immaculate. The vehicle is a convertible, so we knew we needed to provide plenty of power to the front stage in order to have plenty of safe volume with the top down.  He also wanted something that imaged really well and would not lose its quality at louder volumes.  Lastly, he wanted to use the factory head unit and keep everything else looking completely stock when we were done. During the one-on-one consultation process, Aaron and Don were able to come up solutions that blew away the client’s expectations while keeping the interior appearing as…

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2020 Ford Super Duty Bang and Olufsen Full System Overhaul
2020 Ford Super Duty Bang and Olufsen Full System Overhaul 2560 1920 Elevated Audio

WHY?  This customer came into our shop after having shopped at some other local places and not finding what he was looking for.  He told us he wanted something with plenty of volume and good bass response. When we first jumped in his truck to listen to the factory Bang and Olufsen, he turned the volume all the way up and said it wasn’t loud enough.  This is not uncommon for us to see during the discovery phase of the consultation.  We need to get to know you and your listening preference in order to make suggestions to get you the system you’re in search of. Throughout the consultation, I learned that the customer was a huge fan of JL Audio and had used JL in most of his previous systems, so we designed a full JL Audio system with plenty of power and bass to meet the client’s needs. …

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2015 Volkswagen Passat High Fidelity Audio System
2015 Volkswagen Passat High Fidelity Audio System 2560 1440 Elevated Audio

  WHY?  This customer contacted us because he wanted to improve the audio system in his Volkswagen Passat, but it had been ages since he last shopped for an aftermarket audio system.  Needless to say, he had no idea where to start or what to expect in terms of options and pricing. This customer said that some of their favorite things to listen to were Dave Matthew’s Band and Norah Jones, so that told us we were aiming for a more refined and accurate sound. During the free consultation, our System Designer and Master Technician, Don and Aaron, were able to suggest solutions that would put high fidelity sound in this Volkswagen. WHAT? Replaced the OEM head unit – We upgraded the OEM head unit to a Kenwood DNX996XR with integrated wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto.  We used the Maestro MRR module to retain factory features, such as…

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