There is no car audio topic more confusing and inconsistent than speaker power ratings. The fact is, the methods developed to test speakers are quite simple and reliable. If the speaker passes the test, print the number. A long time ago, some unknown manufacturer felt it was important to tell consumers that their speaker would […]
Safer Nighttime Driving Tips
Your lighting system remains the most important safety component of your vehicle once the sun sets. If you can’t see objects around you, or far enough ahead of you, the chances of having a serious accident are significant and the outcome could be deadly. Ensuring proper night vision is the most important aspect of driving […]
A Quick Look at Apple and Android Smartphones
Looking back to the Palm Pilot and the original Blackberry, we have been on a constant path toward having full-blown computers with us at all times. Fast-forward a few decades and it’s rare that folks don’t have a smartphone in their pocket or purse. Apple and Android smartphones have changed the way we communicate and […]
Everything You Need To Know About SiriusXM Satellite Radio
It seems you can’t go anywhere these days without hearing or seeing evidence of SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Satellite radio is touted as a commercial-free entertainment solution that can be accessed almost anywhere in North America. With more than 175 channels of music, comedy, sports and talk radio available 24 hours a day, there is always […]
Why a Cheap Remote Starter is a Bad Idea
Sweet Sounds in Mankato would like to talk about why a cheap remote starter is a bad idea. In most cases, consumers quantify the performance of a remote car starter by its range. In reality, many behind-the-scenes considerations have to be taken into account when shopping for a system to control your vehicle. This article […]
Compustar Pro G15-SS (2 way), our most popular remote start system
Effective Summer of 2021. The Pro G15-SS has been officially retired by Compustar. We highly recommend checking out the Pro T13, Pro R5 and Pro R3-SS as excellent options. Please see all of our current options on our Remote Start Packages page. Compustar hit a game winning grand slam for 2018 with the Compustar Pro […]
7 Reasons for Hiring A Mobile Electronics Specialist to Work on Your Car
Let’s face it, not all of us are experts at everything. Maybe you’re an electrician or engineer and love to work on projects around the house. You might even be savvy when it comes to cars. You change your own oil and do your own brake jobs. Hey, if you can, why not, right? So, […]
Why A Remote Start System Makes A Great Gift
A remote start system from Sweet Sounds in Mankato makes a great holiday gift. We have never met anyone that likes getting into a cold vehicle in the middle of winter. Adding a remote starter gives the car, truck or SUV a few minutes to start warming up and melt the ice and snow on […]
7 things to Consider When Improving Your Classic Car Audio
You have worked long and hard to get your pride and joy rebuilt. The paint is buttery smooth, the engine purrs like a kitten, and the interior smells of fresh carpet and leather. You stand back, enjoying her beauty. It’s time to go for a cruise. Roll down the windows, pull out on the freeway […]
To Get Better Sound, Do I Need to Replace My Factory Source Unit?
Not all that long ago, upgrading the performance of your car audio system required that you replace the factory source unit. The industry had dozens of premium CD receivers with state-of-the-art signal processing and high-end digital-to-analog converters. The popularity of these source units and the audio systems that could be built around them was not […]
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