Almost every car company these days offers premium branded stereo systems, or at least upgraded audio options. But how do you know if the promise of better sound is worth the extra dough?
The short answer is simple: Just listen and your ears will tell you. But first you have to know what to listen for and what to listen to. In a recent feature article titled Sound Advice, we detailed how we critically evaluate a stereo system and the criteria and music we use to do it. But you don’t need years of experience or specialized test tracks to decide if a car stereo system meets your own standards when shopping for a car. You just have to know how to listen critically. Continue reading…