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Archive for the ‘Driving Sounds Magazine’ Category
Monday, May 17th, 2010
The FOUR MASTERS Car Clinic comes to Modified Nationals over the bank holiday weekend. Instigated in response to many DIY installers who have sent considerable amounts of money on equipment only to find that the suggestion that anyone can install it, simply isn’t true. In fact, over the years, there have been many horror stories involving long lengths of wire running unfused straight from a car battery to an amplifier in the back of the car. The implications here are extremely serious and can lead to a complete vehicle wiring burn out. Other issues relate to unsecured wiring wrapping itself around foot pedals and impeding driving safety and cables run through holes in metal work without grommets.
FOUR MASTERS do not necessarily blame young motorists for these issues. In may cases they are encouraged to save money on installation by unscrupulous sellers wishing to simply stuff a bunch of fivers in their tills and say goodbye to the customer forever. The fact is that installing electronics items into a car is a highly skilled profession and without the correct tools and know how, DIY’ers risk putting themselves and their passengers at risk. Good sound in a car costs money and when considering a system purchase for the first time, drivers should consider the cost of installation. Even apart from the safety considerations, a pair of £100 speakers installed by a professional could sound far £300 pair installed by an amateur.
For these reasons, FOUR MASTERS will be delivering free of charge car clinics all over the country this season beginning with Modified Nationals. The clinics are absolutely free and where possible a RTA SPL measurement ofyour car will be carried out so you have a record of exactly how loud it is. Many of you will know that FOUR MASTERS is an independent network of Car hi-fi experts dedicated to promoting great car hi-fi and they will go to extreme lengths to demonstrate their skills. So come along to a FOUR MASTERS Car Clinic near you and see how your installation measures up.
To find out where your local car clinic is contact 0845 450 1594 or click here. 
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Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
Perfect Car Sounds for Ferrari at Auto Italia from FOUR MASTERS. Last weekend’s Auto Italia at Brooklands was once again supported by FOUR MASTERS, the nation’s only independent network of Car Audio installers. The sun and Italiana fun were perfectly accompanied by the stunning, real hi-fi sounds emanating from none other than a lowly FIAT Panda, but what it lacks in mechanical attributes, it completely annihilates in terms of pure musical enjoyment and there was no lack of interest as Auto Italia fans queued all day to get to listen to it.
With FOUR MASTERS present you just know that audio excellence is close at hand and the poor overworked Panda demonstrated this. Having received initial resistance from Ferrari, Alfa and other Italian marque fans, rumours of excellent performance began to warm them to the idea of supplementing their driving experience with great music in their cars and it wasn’t long before other FOUR MASTERS around the country were receiving phone calls asking when they had time to fit an install into a Ferrari!
 
Auto Italia, ultimately, appeals to those with an eye for style and performance and this is exactly what you get with a sound system installed by a FOUR MASTER. Hand crafted to fit sympathetically in with its surrounding yet delivering eye-popping performance which will bring a smile to the face of even the biggest unbeliever. To top it all, the Panda on show was installed with state-of-the-art audio from Italian manufacturer, Audison. Audison has long been considered the Ferrari of the car audio world developing, as it does, brand new technologies to take your car hi-fi system’s performance to new heights. But you don’t only have to take our word for it, grab yourself a copy of Driving Sounds magazine and see what past and present customers have to say about the equipment, service and end result achieved by FOUR MASTERS, then find your local FOUR MASTER and choose a system for your own vehicle, safe in the knowledge that you are joining a growing throng of discerning drivers who want the best from their car and it’s sound system.
Tags: Auto Italia, Car Audio, Car hi-fi, Car Sound, Ferrari, Italian cars
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Friday, April 30th, 2010
Audison amplifies Northamptonshire cars at Audiomotive. This FOUR MASTER really knows how to move music lovers. With years of expert experience installing great sound to cars, Audiomotiv stocks plenty of Audison products as it knows these deliver quality performance and class leading reliability.
Audison, developed and built by Italian manufacturer Elettromedia, is world renowned for providing some of the finest car hi-fi amplifiers around. The LR-x range combines sonic perfection with state-of-the-art amplifier technology to deliver a special experience to music lovers on the move. Even before you get inside the product, innovation abounds. For instance the one-sided hidden cable entry point makes it possible for a FOUR MASTER to build an install without having to run cables to both sides of the amplifier. and a handy cover ensures that absolutely no cable is visible, a feature which seems so obvious, yet is rare especially on older-style amplifiers from “legendary” marques.
Inside, the LR-x provides an Amplifier Management Processor (AMP) which constantly monitors, temperature, voltage and current and initiates a whole host of safety modes to safeguard both amplifier and speakers should things get out of control! One such safeguard is the Smart Airflow Fan (SAF) which adjusts it speed depending on signals from the AMP. A Modular Sound-Proof Construction, ensures that power and signal circuitry are kept well apart to avoid any chance of cross talk and interference thus ensuring sonic integrity without avoidable losses or distortion.
Even the installer is provided for with the inclusion of a number of “patch cards” to make amplifier system configuration as simple and error-free as possible. Utilising a mix of Class AB and Class D topology within the same amplifier ensures that the comprehensive LR-x range offers the perfect amplifier for any system build. Audison’s holistic approach to design, which takes into account every aspect from performance to installation, is why Audiomotiv insist that if it has to sound great, it has to be Audison!
See it, touch it, hear it at Audiomotive, Wellingborough right now!
Tags: Car stereo, iPod, Mobile Electronics, Music
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Thursday, April 22nd, 2010
Huetsand Hertz, West Sussex and East Sussex, not a Mille Miles away! Tabloid Headlines apart, Huets and Hertz is a match made in heaven. With the Hertz high-end range of speakers, Mille, fitting perfectly with the high quality work carried out by Huetts’ Worthing and Hove stores.
Hertz is as much a leading edge manufacturer of state-of-the-art products as it is a designer of car audio. With every single component required to pass rigorous testing along the way to final assembly, it is almost impossible for any product to leave the factory with a defect. But the process approach to production is applied to every single step of the process from design to delivery which is why, Hertz Mille speakers contain a huge number of first time technologies.
The long-throated V-Cone ensures maximum dispersion of sound whilst minimising distortion through cone break up. With the voice coil wound from revolutionary copper covered aluminium wire (CCAW) and wound on a carbon fibre former for light-weight rigidity, the Hertz Mille speakers are able to cope with all kinds of genres from classical through to banging rock music, without colouring the music in any way. A triple venting system on the back plate assembly guarantees a 30% reduction in heat build up which further improves reliability and longevity as well as improving performance well above the quoted specifications. Hertz is designed, built and delivered by Elettromedia, based in Italy. This company is so driven by a desire for excellence that not a single element is overlooked when designing a product. Hertz Mille crossovers contain hand wound coils and the finest manufactured components available and the final product is subjected to the harshest most discerning ears in the business before receiving the Elettromedia seal of approval.
So, whether you are in the market for the Mille entry level component set, MLK 165′s or the top of the range MLK 3 or one of the three superbly crafted subwoofers in the range, you can be guaranteed perfection and when installed by FOUR MASTERS Huets, you can be guaranteed the best attention and service possible. Visit a Huets store today and ask for a demonstration. 01903 237707 for Worthing or 01273 430533 for Hove. 
Tags: Car stereo, high end car hi-fi
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Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
FOUR MASTERS Car Clinics, great car sounds which save your ears, £’s and now lives! A network of independent specialist car audio dealers brought together by distributor FOUR, FOUR MASTERS have been delivering first rate installation techniques, expert advice and fantastic products for some years now. If you attend a mainstream modified car show you will always see FOUR MASTERS shouting loud about what they live for! Now, as well as showing and demonstrating great installations, we invite you to have your install looked at by an expert to fight back against ill-advised DIY installs out there which, seriously risk driver and passenger safety.
Our first ever FOUR MASTER Car Clinic held at the Auto Sound and Style show in March showed us just how much dangerous practice goes on when unskilled installers are let loose on a car with insufficient knowledge and equipment to carry out even the simplest of tasks. FOUR MASTER Paul Ellis, Source Sounds Sheffield said, after a very busy day; “The market entry price for powerful amps and speakers has come down rapidly, drawing a new audience of DIY installers who really just need a hand with basic safety. Today, I have seen power cables run directly from the battery of a car through holes in a bulkhead, without grommets, to a powerful amplifier in the boot with no in line fuse! When, eventually, the sharp metal of the bulkhead wears through the power cable a serious incident will happen with devastating consequences! Fortunately, those who took the opportunity to have their cars checked by us are now able to make slight but essential modifications to their installs to prevent this from happening.”
But, FOUR MASTER Car Clinic offers huge benefits even to the safety conscious. All FOUR MASTERS are trained, not only, to install safe hi-fi but also great sounding car hi-fi and those attending with complete, professionally installed systems were just as likely to go away with great expert advice on how to squeeze more power and better fidelity from their equipment.
Check out our events page to find a FOUR MASTERS Car Clinic near you now!
Tags: Car Clinic, Car Stereo installation, DIY ICE products
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Monday, March 29th, 2010
Ray Smith supplies Great Car Hi-fi from his premises in East Lothian and is proud to to be part of the FOUR MASTER independent network. Supplying and installing premium FOUR brands such as Rainbow, Hertz and Audison proves that Ray Smith’s ears are in the right place. Having joined FOUR MASTERS when it first launched in 2006, Ray Smith has benefited from excellent marketing as well as excellent products. Able to provide a bespoke system design and a build service, Ray Smith operates with trained and qualified staff capable of steering you through the jungle of millions of very similar products.
Ray Smith tells us; “As a FOUR MASTER we are able to provide a comprehensive range of amps, speakers and subwoofers as well as sound deadening materials and cables. Our qualified installers are capable of working on any car and we would always encourage those from outside of the motor trade to use a professional installer. Cars are of such complexity now that the DIY installer of yesteryear will always struggle and could cause irreparable damage. But. this is not the only reason for using skilled installers, we can also get the best from your equipment by applying our knowledge and skill of speaker placement, Skinz sound treatment and Audison Connection, optimum cable gauges for instance.”
With over 35 years experience and knowledge and with the backing of the UK’s strongest network of independent dealers, Ray Smith not only offers great products but also great service including a national 3-year warranty on parts and labour. The FOUR MASTERS network covers the whole of mainland UK ensuring that if you move to a different area, a FOUR MASTER will be on hand to service your post installation requirements.
Visit Ray Smith in Dunbar and find out how they can help you to achieve a great musical experience in your car or simply call our efficient, friendly staff on 0845 166 7104
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Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
ACA Redditch provides great car hi-fi products and installation. As a FOUR MASTER, ACA is at the pinnacle of its field providing first class customer service, high-end products and excellent quality installations all designed and delivered at its high-tech premises in Redditch. Carrying brands from the top European manufacturers, ACA holds the most comprehensive range of Hertz amps, speakers and sub woofers in Europe.
Manufactured by Italian company, Elettromedia, Hertz has become renowned for high quality, robust products to fit all pockets, and the trademark orange design notes draw customers attention to a wide range of products all built specifically to provide beautifully rich, musical tones to the ears of listeners. Coupled with ACA’s installation know-how you can be assured of a first class result. Other brands include Rainbow. The German manufacturer of Car Stereo Amplifiers, reference level speakers and sub woofers probably holds more knowledge on the acoustic environment of the motor car than any other. This knowledge coupled with a heavy investment in technology, helps its designers to come up with award winning products time after time.
The Rainbow iPaul amplifier range can be provided with beautiful customer spec images, photo-etched on to the case which will set your installation off perfectly when matched with the quality of workmanship which goes into the custom fabrication and trim work of ACA’s installations. Elettromedia owned, Audison is an aspirational brand. Designed as study pieces, each Audison product delivers quality above everything else. Many of the technologies found in sister brand, Hertz products, were tried tested and developed whilst researching Audison products.
Customers can sometimes be a little reticent to place their beloved vehicles in the hands of a car stereo dealer. FOUR MASTERS exists to help to reinforce the fact that all member dealers work to strict standards of quality. we put as much pride into our premises and facilities as we do into our work which is why we are the nations number one network of specialist independent car hi-fi installers.
ACA doesn’t actually exist, but if it did, reading this would help persuade you to find them wouldn’t it?
Tags: Car hi-fi, expert car stereo installation, quality car hi-fi
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Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
Rainbow Coaxial speakers from L&J Audio, Staffordshire will revolutionise the sound in your car. Many music lovers spend many hours in their car and unless exposed to something better may kid themselves that the sound of their factory fitted equipment is adequate. In most cases this is simply not the case and vast improvements can be experienced for just a little spend. For the price of a pair of tyres for instance, a set of Rainbow Sound Line coaxial speakers installed with appropriate consideration to sound treatment, such as a Skinz system, can bring huge improvements to frequency response and dynamics.
 German manufacturer, Rainbow, has spent many years developing equipment which is matched to the modern motor vehicle. Their passion for good quality sound and the use of leading edge modelling technology almost guarantees improvement. FOUR MASTER L&J Audio works with the finest materials and applies many years of skill and training to improving sound in cars regardless of budget restriction. You may have seen and heard £20K installs which have led you to give up on the dream of in car hi-fi, but this should not be the case. Rainbow coaxial speakers properly installed will offer the greatest benefit to those with standard gear in the car. The SL range is efficient which means they will run perfectly well straight from the factory fitted source unit without the need for external amplifiers, yet they are built with upgrade in mind and when you do become hooked on an upgrade path, will allow you to add amps and subs to add further fun to the music.
With crossover circuits hidden inside the speakers, these factory replacement speakers feature silk dome tweeters which offer beautifully rounded treble which makes listening less hard work and provides musicality and precision which will punch through the road noise and enable you to listen at lower volume levels thus reducing distortion and creating an easy to listen to experience.
Visit L&J Audio now and ask for a demonstration fo Rainbow Sound Line Coaxials or call 01543 468321 for information on how Rainbow and FOUR MASTERS can help you.
Tags: in car sound improvement, rainbow car stereo, Rainbow coaxial speakers
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Thursday, February 25th, 2010
  Audison Connection Keeps Norwich In Car Entertainment wired. When installing good quality in-car entertainment, care should be taken with cables and wires. All cables and wires add resistance to a signal path and this induces loss of signal and distortion. Whilst you can never completely eliminate these two audio enemies, a FOUR MASTER installer will always recommend ways in which you can minimise them. After all, you may have just spent a considerable amount of money purchasing good quality equipment and to compromise its performance by introducing signal loss and distortion could be considered barmy! Ferarri owners do not put 12″ wheels and top boxes on their new motors but, this is a useful analogy for using sub-standard wires cables and connectors.
Audison Connection consists of three different ranges of cables; First, Best and Sonus all of which have increasing levels of sophistication and technologies to minimise our audio enemies. Audison is owned by Italian design house and manufacturer Elettromedia. With a long heritage in professional audio and mobile electronics, Elettromedia has optimised each range for quality as well as “workability” FOUR MASTER Installers are faced with enough challenges when installing audio into a car. Cable runs often need to be packed into restricted space and curve radius’s need to be quite sharp. For this reason, Audison Connection cables use a unique arrangement of twisted strand technology and hyper flexible coverings to ensure cables can fit into these tight spaces easily. Similarly power distribution blocks and fuse holders are manufactured from low resistance materials and engineered for ease of install as well as aesthetics. A complete install requires a lot of cable and a lack of attention to its quality will seriously affect performance.
Visit Norwich In Car Entertainment (NICE) and discuss your cable and connection needs, if it is worth doing correctly it is worth doing with Audison Connection. Call 01603 666876 today or visit NICE.
Tags: car fuse distribution blocks, Car hi-fi cables, car stereo interconnects, hi-fi connectors
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Friday, February 5th, 2010
You can get to see Hertz SPL Show on show at L&J Audio, Staffordshire right now. This gorgeous range of subwoofers have reinvented the category, so much so, that manufacturer Elettromedia has abandoned the word subwoofer in favour of the more descriptive “Sound Pressure Generator” to differentiate these stunning products from run-of-the-mill subwoofers.
FOUR MASTER showcase store L&J Audio specializes in bass centric products having themselves built many competition winning SPL cars. Always on the look out for bigger, better, louder and more beautiful bass products, L&J must be absolutely delighted with the Hertz SPL Show range. Consisting of Sound Pressure Generators; SX 250D, SX 300D and SX 380D (250mm, 300mm and 380mm respectively) each one capable of shaking the ground when driven with a suitable amplifier and installed with FOUR MASTER know how.
Each product features a triple stacked magnet motor assembly and dual 2 Ohm voice coils. The moving assembly is designed for linear performance over extraordinary excursion ensuring maximum air movement without distortion. A dual spider design and four layer voice coil wound on an extended aluminium former also assists with tonal accuracy at high level. With this amount of powerful movement, a great deal of design effort has gone into making the chassis as rigid as possible. The sheer forces involved required some new thinking on basket design as well as with heat dissipation. From the aluminium coil former to the vented backplate, as much effort has gone into dissipating heat as generating movement. But of course, at this level it is not only the performance that impresses but also the beautifully modelled design attributes which will lead to the visual impact of an installation utilising SPL Show – As the name suggests, they are as much for show as for another purpose.
If you like bass, a trip to L&J Audio is a must. Call on 01543 468321 to make sure they haven’t sold out!
Tags: bass, L&J Audio, sound pressure generator, SPL, subwoofers
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