Vehicle Installs

CSD Audio Custom Car Audio Installations

Upgraded sound for a Lincoln Hybrid

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We had a unique challenge with this vehicle. The goal was to increase the quality of the sound in the car without adding major current demands on its electrical system.

CSD picked a Focal Performace subwoofer with high efficiency and coupled it with a custom designed and built enclosure to provide the a maximum amount of bass with a minimal amount of power. The Pioneer D-Class amplifier, because of its small size, was hidden below the trunk floor to be kept out of view.

The front speakers were also replaced by Focal Access 6-1/2″ component speakers & tweeters connected to the stock amplifier. Normally, to get the best performance out of your speakers, it’s best to add an additional amplifier. In this case, we wanted to draw as little power as possible so we chose the Focal speakers whose materials and construction were far better than the Lincoln factory speakers.

The end result of this design is substantially better sound with a very small electrical ‘footprint’ in the car.

Ford F-150 Simple and clean

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Bryant loves his sync system but hated the way it sounds. CSD to the rescue! A 4 -channel Focal Power Performance Amplifier, a Pioneer Shallow 12″ Subwoofer in a custom built enclosure, and Focal Performance 6-1/2″ Component speakers were all connected to the factory in-dash head unit to keep the features and interior cosmetics intact. The speakers were hidden behind the stock grilles and the amp and custom subwoofer were tucked neatly out of sight under the rear bench seat.

Entertainment for the whole family

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Shane has a big family and a big vehicle to carry them. Having 3 rows of seats, we decided to do three rows of monitors! A 7″ Pioneer in the dash for the grown-ups and two 12″ overhead monitors for the kids in the back. We made this system as flexible as possible by allowing all three monitors to play the same video source or let the kids do their own thing in the back using wireless headphones while the adults enjoy their own entertainment up front. Everybody in the car will be happy when this family cruiser hits the road for summer vacation.

For safety, the factory back-up camera came connected to a tiny screen built into the rear view mirror. CSD was able to split the signal and display the camera’s image on both the mirror and the in-dash screen.

Craig’s 2013 Camaro

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Craig bought this car completely stripped down knowing the first thing he’d change about the car is the lackluster stock audio system. After shopping around, he picked CSD audio to do the work to the Camaro. Technology upgrades were handled by a Pioneer in-dash DVD receiver that adds a 6.1″ touch screen, video iPod playback with advanced app mode, Bluetooth streaming audio and Hands free phone, and a back-up camera.

The audio system is controlled by a Mosconi 6to8 digital signal processor, sending 6 channels of crystal clear signal to the Focal Power Performance amplifiers. Focal’s K2 Power series component speakers provide the midrange and highs. CSD ran all four channels of the FPP4100 to the front speakers allowing for a perfect blend between the woofers down low and tweeters mounted up high in the doors. The speakers were hidden behind the stock grilles hidden from potential thieves. A Focal Performance 12″ Subwoofer fills in the low end providing smooth, detailed bass without overpowering the other speakers in the car.

Justin’s B8 Audi S4

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Justin’s S4 came with the “premium” audio system by Bang & Oulfsen. But the B&O system lacked detail, volume, and most of all, bass. After listening to the CSD Audi, Justin chose to go with a similar Focal & Mosconi setup.

The Mosconi 6to8 digital signal processor is the brains of this system splitting up the signal and sending it to Mosconi 4-channel and monoblock amplifiers. Focal K2 Power Series 3-way component speakers were installed behind the stock grilles to keep the system as stealthy as possible. The only noticeable modification to the passenger cabin was the accent LED lighting installed in the front & rear foot wells as well as behind the front grille of the Audi.

The truck is stuffed with two 13″ Focal Performance subwoofers in a vented enclosure. This customer listens to a lot of dubstep & hip hop and craved MASSIVE bass and this CSD Audio custom designed vented enclosure delivers!

69 Camaro Build

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When Iron Horse Customs was looking for high performance sound for this built from scratch 69 Camaro, CSD Audio was the only choice. This system will blow the roof off this custom classic… if it had one. Because it’s a convertible, we needed to make sure to really load this thing up with Audison Speakers, Hertz Subwoofers & enough power from the Audison amplifiers to compete with the noise from the wind and the massive 650 bhp motor.

ShortBus Sound Upgrade

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This short bus has been modified to the ultimate tailgating machine. Now it’s the complete gameday package with an audio system from CSD Audio. A Pioneer in-dash receiver with USB iPod control provides power to the Pioneer speakers throughout the bus. Also, a set of Yamaha outdoor speakers can be connected and placed around the bus during tailgating parties, or mounted on top to listen to the announcers call the race at NASCAR tracks around the country.

Stealth Bass in a Nissan Xterra

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This customer wanted a major upgrade in sound but couldn’t give up any valuable cargo space. CSD took an OEM subwoofer enclosure, modifying it to house a Pioneer shallow 10″ subwoofer and hid it behind the factory trim panel, keeping the appearance completely stock. Focal 6″ component speakers installed in the stock locations provide great detail and clarity.

This Xterra got a technology upgrade as well, adding Navigation, DVD, Bluetooth streaming audio & hands free phone, and iPod video.

F150 Headrest Monitors and Video in Motion

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The Ford F150 comes with a DVD player built into the dash that will not work unless the parking brake is on. Pretty pointless right? This customer goes on long trips with his family and his friends and needed a way to make those long hours on the road more bearable. CSD installed a device that allows for video to be watched by the passenger. It also receives video input from the dual 7″ touchscreen DVD players mounted in custom stitched headrests. Now each passenger in the truck can watch their own movie, or all three can be linked together for everyone to enjoy.

Fahrenheit VW Jetta GLI

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This unique Jetta is number 81 out of only 1200 made. That’s not unique enough for this customer. CSD Gave this Jetta a major technology upgrade adding, DVD, USB, iPod Video, Bluetooth Audio & Hands Free Phone, HD Radio, Back Up Camera and 12″ Rockford Fosgate Subwoofer powered by a Pioneer Digital Series amplifier. Now this limited edition car is 1 of a kind!

2012 F150 with Focal Audio

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When Nascar driver Michael Self heard his buddy’s new Scion FR-S featured in our blog here, he just had to have a Focal system for himself! This Ford already came fully loaded with the Sync, Bluetooth, and Navigation, but the Sony audio system just didn’t cut it. It was seriously lacking in both detail and output. CSD Audio to the rescue!

We retained the stock cosmetics and functionality of all the OEM electronics and added new amps, speakers, and two 12 inch subwoofers. All the equipment was hidden behind factory panels or under the back seat, out of sight. The only indication there has been any work done to this truck is the bright blue glow coming from the subwoofer enclosure.

At least until you crank the volume, that is! Focal Performance 6″ Component speakers were installed in the doors and tweeters mounted in the a-pillars. Two 12″ Focal subwoofers were tucked neatly under the rear seat in a custom LED illuminated enclosure. Two Focal Performance amplifiers were stacked under the passenger rear seat, providing plenty of clean power for this system.

CSD gave this truck a massive improvement to both sound quality and cool factor for this up and coming Nascar star!

Scion FR-S with Focal Performance

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This customer is used to high end sound and the audio system in this new Scion coupe just didn’t measure up. In additiona to a major Audio overhaul, CSD filled the dash with the latest technology including Navigation, DVD, SD video, iPod a/v, Bluetooth hands free phone and streaming audio. Now it has the features and performance to match its good looks.