Car Audio
Sony Car Audio Installation in Gilroy | Speakers, Subs & Head Units
Blackout Team· Window Tinting Experts
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Professional Sony car audio installation at Blackout Window Tinting. Sony head units, speakers, and XAV receivers installed by experts.
Professional Sony Installation in Gilroy
Looking for a Sony car audio installer? Sony brings consumer electronics expertise to car audio, delivering reliable head units and speakers that punch above their weight class.
Why Sony? Trusted brand, great value, excellent head unit interfaces, and XAV series receivers that rival premium brands at half the price.
Sony Products We Install
Sony Head Units
Sony's XAV series dominates the value segment:
| Model | Display | Features | Price Installed |
|---|---|---|---|
| XAV-AX1000 | 6.2" | CarPlay/Android Auto, basic | $350-400 |
| XAV-AX3200 | 6.95" | Better display, BT, voice | $400-450 |
| XAV-AX5500 | 6.95" | Premium display, LDAC audio | $500-550 |
| XAV-AX8100 | 8.95" | Floating, wireless CarPlay | $700-800 |
Our recommendation: The Sony XAV-AX3200 delivers exceptional value—responsive touch, great sound quality, reliable wireless.
Sony Speakers
Sony's XS series provides solid upgrades:
| Series | Type | Power | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS-FB | Coaxial | 45-60W RMS | Budget upgrade |
| XS-GS | Coaxial | 70-100W RMS | Performance |
| XS-W | Subwoofer | 150-350W RMS | Bass addition |
Sony Amplifiers
Compact and efficient:
- XM-GS4 — 4-channel, 70W x 4
- XM-GS6DSP — 6-channel with DSP
- XM-GS100 — Mono bass amp
What Sony Installation Includes
- Professional head unit fitment with dash kit
- Wiring harness for your specific vehicle
- Steering wheel control retention
- Backup camera integration
- Bluetooth pairing and system setup
Installation time: 2-3 hours typical
Sony vs Competition
| Feature | Sony | Pioneer | Kenwood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Display quality | Very good | Good | Very good |
| Sound processing | Good | Good | Better |
| Brand recognition | Highest | High | High |
Ready for Sony Audio?
Get Sony quality at sensible prices:
📞 Call 408-848-8468 — discuss Sony options
📍 Visit our Gilroy shop — see Sony demos
📝 Get a free quote — we'll recommend the right Sony system
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