Zak Billmeier
2/20/2013
The Reference Fit line of amplifiers from Kenwood Excelon packs a ton of power into a small chassis. These amps hit hard and can fit into tight spaces, if needed. And with mono, 4-channel, and 5-channel versions available, you're sure to find one that fits into your car audio upgrade plans.
Zak Billmeier
2/19/2013
Pioneer's versatile 2013 car amplifiers help you get needed power to your speakers and subs. They're compact, powerful, and even 1-ohm stable so it's easy to match subs. Check out the new line from the Pioneer booth at CES 2013.
Video Guest
10/5/2012
Sony's efficient GS car amplifiers give you clean, effective power to make your car audio system sing. There are two GS models: a 4-channel, and a mono subwoofer amp. Both feature RCA and speaker-level inputs and are backed by a 3-year Sony warranty.
Zak Billmeier
4/4/2012
While at CES 2012, we got the inside scoop on the new Kenwood Excelon line of amplifiers - three models featuring a small footprint, clean design, and covered by a reassuring 2-year warranty.
Crutchfield Writing Team
4/15/2011
Learn about the features and technical specifications found in today's amplifiers.
Video Guest
5/14/2010
Crutchfield Advisor Mac takes a look at Kicker's IX amplifiers — powerful but small amplifiers perfect for tight spots.
Zak Billmeier
2/11/2010
For the best amplified sound in your car, turn to Focal. This brief video introduces the Focal FPS series of amplifiers.
Ken Nail, J.R. Stoffel
1/21/2009
Learn about some of the features that make Alpine V-Power amplifiers a strong choice for great-sounding car audio.
Buck Pomerantz
6/16/2012
This step-by-step guide will help you make sure that your amps and subs are evenly matched and work well together, whether you have the subwoofers and want to find the amplifier to run them, or you've already got the amp and want the right subs for it.
Crutchfield Writing Team
4/11/2011
Where can I mount my amp? What wiring do I need to hook up my amplifier? Does any of it come with the amp? What size power and ground wires do I need for my amplifier? How much air space do I need around my amplifier? What's the biggest amp I can hook up to my car's electrical system? Plus more!
Video Guest
4/22/2013
Adding an amplifier to your car audio system doesn't just make it louder - it makes every instrument sound clearer, it makes subs hit harder, and helps raise your soundstage to head level. Check out this overview of a typical installation to see the steps involved when you install an amplifier in your vehicle.
Buck Pomerantz
4/17/2013
Rockford Fosgate's C.L.E.A.N. gain-setting system on their Punch amps makes setup as easy as playing an audio track and adjusting a couple volume knobs.
Zak Billmeier
2/15/2013
Alpine made their V-Power amps 40% smaller for 2013, so they'll fit in more places than ever. Plus they employ some smart technology called Enhanced Shutdown Performance, which rolls back the output a bit when the amp threatens to overheat from playing at its limits too long.
Video Guest
7/26/2012
Cambridge Audio says the 851A integrated amplifier is "The best we've made - ever." Have a look at the features - and what's under the hood - and you'll see why.
Video Guest
6/22/2012
We caught up with David Solomon of Peachtree Audio at CES, and he showed us the Decco 65 integrated amplifier. It features a tube preamp section, built-in DAC, and legendary Peachtree sound.
Buck Pomerantz
4/26/2012
The gain control adjusts the sensitivity of your amplifier's input so that the maximum clean output of the receiver results in maximum power output to the speakers. With the amplifier gain set right, you'll hear exciting, new details in your music that otherwise would get lost in your car.
Zak Billmeier
4/10/2012
We got the chance to check out Alpine's X-Power amplifiers at the Alpine booth at CES 2012. The new sleek design masks the amount muscle under the hood and Alpine has added new models so that there's an X-Power amp for nearly every need.
Zak Billmeier
2/9/2012
Zak got a chance to check out the new JBL GTO car amps at CES 2012. Chris from JBL takes us through the line and shows us that no matter what you've got planned, JBL has a GTO amp for you.
Ken Nail
10/20/2011
If you want your music to be loud, amplifiers are definitely part of the picture. But an amp can do much more than just get other people's attention.
Video Guest
3/26/2010
Make your music sound lively and vital with a Sound Ordnance amplifier. Watch this Crutchfield video for a quick overview of what these amplifiers have to offer.
