BATTERIES AND ACCESSORIES
StingerSP1500d$380If you're having trouble finding a high-performance battery that fits GM and Chrysler automobiles, try the newest addition to Stinger's POWER2 family of dry-cell car audio batteries. This compact battery features side terminals and the mounting accommodations of a group 34/78 battery. 800.477.2267 www.stingerelectronics.com | 
TsunamiX151500$400Maintenance free and leak free, dry-cell technology has won us over and then some. On top of the aforementioned plusses, this Competition Series battery provides the power competition-level systems require, combining deep cycle and high reserve capacity with superior reserve power and rapid cycling. 800.221.0932 www.tsunamionline.com |
OptimaGroup 34 battery line adapter set(included with battery)Coming standard with any group 34, 34R or 34/78 Optima battery, a new adapter set enables Optima batteries to fit 67.7 percent of all vehicles out there. The three adapters take the guesswork out of fitting a battery in a stock location. 888.8OPTIMA www.optimabatteries.com | |
AMPS
BlaupunktPCA1350$250 Rather than getting some sort of auxiliary adapter to connect an iPod or other portable to your system, try this interesting alternative. Blaupunkt's PCA line of amps features a separate audio input connection. This 1 x 300 watt amplifier also fulfills its standard role: boosting audio power. 800.950.BLAU www.blaupunktusa.com | 
MA AudioHK401SX$615Providing up to 1,800 watts of peak power, this monoblock amp pairs great looks with a modern amp's must-have features. It incorporates a digital LCD display, platinum connections and quiet fans with a 0-18dB variable bass boost and a 40 - 240Hz variable highpass and lowpass crossover. 310.223.0400 www.maaudio.com |
CAPACITORS
EFXPSC1FPKD$130Backing up your power system, this 1-farad stiffening capacitor features a red LCD voltage display and handles a nominal 16 volts and 20-volt surge. EFX throws in the mounting brackets, ring terminals and charging resistor for installation. 805.486.4450 www.scosche.com | 
Rockford FosgateCPCC2$1,300For those with extreme power needs, Rockford Fosgate offers up this 100-farad cap. Ready for competition and systems up to 8,000 watts, the CPCC2 is rated at 16 volts and provides plenty of energy for cleaner mids and highs with louder bass. Plus it extends battery life. 800.366.2349 www.rockfordfosgate.com |