SUPPORT LIBRARY

ABOUT

SPEAKERS

Acoustics - Sound, what it is and how it works. READ MORE
Audio Electronics - Volts, Ohms, Watts and how they all work together.READ MORE
Speakers - Description of the construction of a Loudspeaker READ MORE
Why Add an Amplifier? - Speakers sound better with a separate amplifier.READ MORE

INSTALLATION

INFORMATION

Crossovers and Filters - Make sure the right parts of the music go to the right speaker.READ MORE
Speaker Application - What the Recommended Enclosure information means.READ MORE
Audio Formulas - Unit Conversion and Electronic FormulasREAD MORE
Remote Turn on Wire - What it does and how to install itREAD MORE
Subwoofer Phase - Ensuring multiple subwoofers are wired in phase unless reverse mounted.READ MORE
Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams - Car subwoofer wiring diagram lookup for various number of subs at various impedance.READ MORE
Car Subwoofer Installation & Mounting - General guidelines for installing car subwoofers.READ MORE
Car Speaker Installation & Mounting - General guidelines for installing car speakers.READ MORE
Car Amplifier Installation & Mounting - General guidelines for installing car speaker and subwoofer amplifiers.READ MORE
Car Amplifier Tuning And Features - You need to understand car amplifier settings in order to properly set and use them.READ MORE
Do Big Stereos Need Extra Batteries? - How to calculate when you need to add batteries, or upgrade alternators, for large power audio systems.READ MORE
Car Audio Test Tones - Download these test tones below to help set up the amplifier in your system.READ MORE
Why Use Higher Quality Audio Wiring? - Proper quality of audio wiring is important to the performance of a stereo system.READ MORE
When To Add Capacitors to Your Car Subwoofer System - Large wattage car stereo amplifiers draw large amounts of current from your vehicle's electrical system. Adding capacitors can help prevent undervoltage problems.READ MORE
About External or Remote Bass Controls - An external bass controller (EBC) will allow you to adjust the subwoofer bass level, but its a common misconception is that they are volume knobs for your subwoofers.READ MORE
The Many Benefits Of Sound Deadening Material - Sound deadening materials are products used to reduce the rattling in the body panels and license plates of a vehicle. Sound deadening products improve the quality and SPL of your system.READ MORE

BUILDING SUBWOOFER

ENCLOSURES

Enclosure Design - How to make sure you have the right application for your speaker.READ MORE
Enclosure Construction - How to make sure you built your enclosure correctly!READ MORE
Speaker Application - What the Recommended Enclosure information means.READ MORE
Formulas - Unit Conversion and Electronic FormulasREAD MORE

MOBILE

AUDIO

4 Simple Ways To Improve Your Vehicle's Audio System - Everybody loves music. Ever dream your audio could sound like a concert or high end movie theater? Here are four tips to help you improve the sound quality of music in your vehicle.READ MORE
How To Choose The Right Subwoofers - If you are new to car audio, choosing the right subwoofer can seem like a challenge, with so many subwoofer options out there. How can you decide which one is the best for you?READ MORE
Subwoofer Power Handling - Assumption: The higher the rated power handling, the louder it will sound? Perfectly logical, but not always true.READ MORE
Subwoofer Voice Coils: Single vs Dual - Which subwoofer version is best for you?READ MORE
Matching Amps: Subwoofer Impedance - Calculating impedance of multiple subwoofers to match system to the proper amplifier.READ MORE
What Ohms Are and Why You Should Care - Understanding speaker impedance will help you pick the best amplifier to run your speakers or subwoofers.READ MORE
Five Tips For Choosing The Best Subwoofer Package - Choosing the best ready-to-install subwoofer package for you.READ MORE
Subwoofer Cooling - Choose a car subwoofer with adequate internal cooling features to ensure sound quality and durability if you listen at loud volume for long periods.READ MORE
Square Subwoofers vs. Round Subwoofers... Which is better? - Understanding the differences in sound and performance between square and round subwoofers.READ MORE
The MTX Inverted Apex Subwoofer Surround - Why MTX Subwoofers? The Inverted Apex Surround is one of the huge differences that powers more and better sound.READ MORE
Car Subwoofers: SPL or SQ? - Sound pressure level (loud!) or sound quality? Or both?READ MORE
Ported vs Sealed Subwoofer Enclosures - Which style subwoofer enclosure is best for you?READ MORE
Why Add an Amplifier? - How can your car audio system benefit from an amplifier?READ MORE
Car Amplifier Power: Don't Be A Victim - That 3,000-watt amp you bought from a department store for $119.99... It doesn't really have 3,000-watts of power output. READ MORE
Two Common Car Amplifier Power Mistakes - Don’t mistake PEAK power with RMS power and don’t choose an amplifier based on a power rating at an impedance your subwoofers cannot provide.READ MORE
Speaker Frequency vs Audio Frequency - What are music frequencies and how do they relate to speakers?READ MORE
Upgrading Your Stock Speakers The #1 way to improve your vehicle's audio systemREAD MORE
How to Set Your Amplifier's Gain - How to properly set the gain on your amplifier using Ohm's law and a multimeter.WATCH VIDEO
How to Wire Your Subwoofers to the Correct Impedance - Wire your subwoofers or speakers to maximize the power and performance of your amplifier by matching the speaker impedance to the amplifier's capability.WATCH VIDEO
The New 95 Series Superwoofers - Thermal Management Video - How the best subwoofer keeps cool to deliver accurate, high sound quality at loud volume for long periods.WATCH VIDEO
The New 95 Series Superwoofers - Inverted Apex Surround Video - How the best subwoofer delivers maximum SPL for a given diameter cone. WATCH VIDEO
How to Set Your Amplifier's Gain Using Ohms Law - A critical procedure to balance the amplifier output to the subwoofer maximum output.WATCH VIDEO
How to Wire Your Subwoofers to the Correct Impedance for Your Amplifier - Choose the most efficient amplifier delivering adequate power to rock your subs, but without spending too much for wasted power.WATCH VIDEO
How To Install Factory Replacement Door Speakers - Replace stock speakers with great sounding component replacements.WATCH VIDEO
MTX Audio RT8PT Subwoofer Package Install in 2003 Subaru Outback - See a complete subwoofer install.WATCH VIDEO

POWERSPORTS

AUDIO

MTX Powersports Audio - MTX weather resistant audio components designed for use on ATV’s, UTV’s, SXS, motorcycles, boats, golf carts, and other off-road recreational vehicles (ORV’s) are bringing THUNDER to the outdoor crowd.READ MORE
Do I Need a 2nd Battery for My UTV Audio System? - Understanding your UTV's electrical system can help ensure the performance of your aftermarket electrical accessories.READ MORE
Outdoor Sports Vehicles: Four Tips For A Good Sound System - Some tips in shopping for a great sports vehicle audio system.READ MORE
MTX Custom UTV Audio Layouts - MTX custom UTV audio systems shown as product layouts.READ MORE
Motorcycle Audio Systems - Motorcycle audio has to sound good at high volume in the open-air with little space to install speakers...READ MORE
Golf Cart Audio Systems - For years, people have been customizing their golf carts by adding audio systems, lift kits, custom wheels, custom upholstery, and more...READ MORE
How to Design a Surround Sound System for your Home Theater - Make your television viewing into a theather experience.READ MORE
A-BUS Multi-Room Audio Overview - A-BUS creates a versatile whole-house audio delivery system that will fill your home with high-quality music for years to come.READ MORE