A car audio capacitor makes a great accessory in yourcar audio system. It will ensure that your speakers are getting enough power at all times, especially during stress conditions where all the needed power puts a strain on your car’s battery. If your lights dim when you use your car audio system, this is because your amplifier will draw more power than your car’s electrical system can handle.
A capacitor will fix this problem because its sole duty is to keep a reserve of power. Your car’s voltage will never drop while your system is playing as long as you have a capacitor. An example of this is if your system hits a really low bass note, you will notice that your lights will dim because your amplifier is drawing more power that it normally does – your car’s battery cannot handle the increased stress. Continue reading ‘Car Audio Capacitor 101’ »