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.
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.
After 2 years, I decided it was time to change things up and purchase a new demo car. After test driving cars from nearly every manufacturer, I couldn’t resist the power and performance of this 2008 Audi RS4. Stay tuned for updates as the new, reference quality audio system is designed and installed. Check back soon!
All work and no play makes me a dull boy. This off-topic project is a custom designed & built DJ booth that houses two Pioneer CDJ800’s, a 4 channel mixer, Jamo THX speakers, an Adcom 300 watt amplifier and even a full desktop computer running Serato scratch live. Once it’s hooked into the CSD Mega Theater’s 2000 watt audio system and 200″ projection system (Scaled up to 250 inches), you’ve got one heck of a party.
This booth is mostly constructed from a pile of parts from Ikea including a table top, bookshelf, casters, 4 sets of table legs, a shelf, and a random trim piece I found on clearance. To that I added a sheet of 1/8″ Lexan (frosted with 80 grit sandpaper), aluminum angle trim, custom CDJ stands, and 17″ of color changing LEDs.
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 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!
Mike had this great looking cabinetry designed around 3 of Klipsch’s Reference II center speakers and a giant 80″ LED TV from Sharp. Two more Reference II Surround speakers are in the corners of the room and a 12″ Klipsch subwoofer is tucked neatly inside the cabinet. Also hidden behind those doors are a Pioneer Receiver & Blu-Ray player, Comcast cable box, Nintendo Wii and an Xbox Kinect. This system has clean and simple looks and amazing performance!
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.
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.
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.
This is completely off topic but totally cool. For halloween this year, I decided to build a custom Mau5head. Built from random parts from places like Petsmart, Home Depot, Radio Shack, JoAnn, and even Bed Bath & Beyond. The end result is a halloween costume that drew tons of attention from everybody!
