Average late-model car owners might be satisfied with today’s crop of factory car audio systems, which generally do a decent job at present FM or Satellite radio broadcasts. However, true audiophiles—those
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Average late-model car owners might be satisfied with today’s crop of factory car audio systems, which generally do a decent job at present FM or Satellite radio broadcasts. However, true audiophiles—those who deign to listen to low-bitrate source material and have a phone loaded with their favorite songs—might find that all but the priciest stock car stereo speakers can’t deliver studio-quality clarity. Aftermarket car audio prices have fallen precipitously in the last decade, while advances in materials and production processes have put premium car audio upgrades within the reach of more drivers than ever. Quick wiring kits and instructional videos make installation a snap, too.
We selected five outstanding upgraded car speakers to serve a variety of tastes: some excel as drop-in replacements for stock speakers, while more complex sets include separate tweeters to provide more distinct highs. Though the best way to experience rich, powerful bass is to install a separate subwoofer, we selected speakers known to deliver adequate bass response on their own. Each speaker series is available in different sizes to fit specific vehicle applications, but we have linked to the most popular 5.25-inch and 6.5-inch speakers for convenience.
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