I remember when the first touchscreen cell phones came out and thinking how cool the tech was. Despite the “cool” factor though, the early touchscreen phones were often difficult and clunky to use. Times change though, and there is no doubt that today, a touchscreen cell phone is superior to those old-school physical button devices.

What’s the first thing anyone notices about a car stereo system? It isn’t usually the car amplifier. Instead, it is the head unit or speaker grills. Still, the car amplifier is one of the most essential components for high-quality sound. While most factory sound systems don’t have a separate amplifier, you will find that it is a simple upgrade to add one yourself.

When you get behind the wheel of your car and crank up the tunes, you expect to hear what you are listening to clearly. However, without some upgrades, it can be challenging to get the clarity you desire. Thankfully, it’s simple to improve car audio sound quality with a few simple steps.

Unless you have a car with an upgraded stereo from the factory, it’s probably time to look at your options. Before you upgrade to an aftermarket stereo though, you'll want to ensure all of the pieces work well together. For example, you aren’t going to invest all of your money into a new head unit and neglect the value of a good subwoofer.