I've heard the question asked many times before, 'Do I really need a capacitor?' Before answering that question I ask, 'Do you have a high powered system?' 'Does it require sudden power bursts?' 'Is your amplifier being robbed of power?' If the answers to my questions are yes, make every effort to connect a capacitor to your car audio system.

A capacitor is a bit similar to your car battery; it stores electrical energyBut unlike a battery it doesn't produce its own power, it simply stores itA car audio capacitor will help you get the most from your amplifierIt will store power for release on demand, delivering it to your amplifier just when it's needed.

Your car amplifier requires a lot of power to play loud music, especially when there's lots of heavy bassWithout a capacitor your amplifier will be robbed of power by parts like your lights, engine, and air conditioner.

So what happens when your car audio amplifier doesn't receive enough power?

A common occurrence is dimming lightsIn such a situation the light will follow the beat of the musicThe light will dim each time a heavy bass note soundsIf you were to turn off the lights, your car stereo system would suddenly sound louder and the music would be cleaner.

Your amplifier is simply trying to use more energy than the electrical system can supplyIf a capacitor had been present there would have been enough energy to power your ampThat electrical energy would have already been stored.

When you want to reduce headlight dimming, improve bass response, and increase the power of your amp, a stiffening capacitor is a mustEquipped with capacitor and an adequate power supply, your system will get every bit of current it needsVoltage drops will be a thing of the past.

With so many brands available online, it's easy to find a capacitor that meets your needsYou can choose from popular brands like Phoenix-Digital, Blitz-Audio, Kole-Audio, Pyramid, SoundStorm, Lanzar, Power-Acoustik, Pyle, Legacy, Nitro-BMW, SPL, and VolfenhagNo longer will your car amplifier be hungry for power.