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Measuring Devices

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SPL MEASUREMENT • AUDIO TESTING • CAR AUDIO DIAGNOSTICS

Measuring devices for Car Audio & SPL

Measure, test and analyze your car audio system with our selection of car audio measuring devices: SPL sensors, acoustic pressure measuring systems and audio system testers.

CAR AUDIO MEASUREMENT & TUNING

Tools to truly measure your system

To tune, diagnose or measure the performance of a car audio system, measuring devices allow you to go further than simply tuning by ear. Discover solutions designed for SPL measurement, audio system monitoring and vehicle audio system diagnostics.

SPL Acoustic pressure measurement
dB Sound level measurement
Diagnostics Audio system monitoring
Car Audio Installation & competition
AUDIO MEASURING TOOLS

SPL measurement & car audio system testing

The type of device depends on what you want to monitor: acoustic pressure level, SPL performance or diagnostics of a car audio system.

SPL measurement

SPL measuring systems are designed to measure the acoustic pressure produced by a system. They are particularly useful for demonstration vehicles, high-power systems and SPL competition projects.

Audio system tester

A car audio tester allows you to perform various checks during the installation, tuning or diagnostics of a system. The available functions vary depending on the device used.

CAR AUDIO SPL MEASUREMENT

Measure the acoustic pressure of your system

In the world of SPL, the performance of a system is measured with a suitable system capable of analyzing the acoustic pressure produced in the vehicle. These tools are used to compare different settings, work on a peak frequency or measure the performance of a subwoofer system.

SOUND LEVEL METER & SPL SENSOR

Measure the decibels of a car audio system

For an SPL-oriented system, a measuring system allows you to quantify performance and objectively compare different configurations or different settings.

Frequency search

Measurements allow you to compare the level achieved at different frequencies and identify the range in which the vehicle and the system produce their highest level.

Comparison of settings

Repeatable measurement allows you to objectively compare the results obtained after a modification to the system, the enclosure or the settings, while maintaining a consistent measurement protocol.

Demonstration vehicle

For a show car or a high-power system, measurement allows you to know the level actually produced rather than estimating performance by ear alone.

SPL competition

SPL enthusiasts use measuring systems to work on their systems and track the improvements achieved after each modification.

AUDIO TESTING & DIAGNOSTICS

Monitor a car audio system

An audio testing device can be useful when installing an amplifier, DSP, speakers or a subwoofer. Depending on the equipment, different functions allow you to monitor and diagnose the system to facilitate installation and tuning.

A smartphone is not necessarily a substitute for a proper SPL measuring system.

A phone's built-in microphone is primarily designed for voice and everyday use. To accurately measure a very powerful car audio system or perform consistent SPL comparisons, use a sensor and a measuring system designed for this purpose.

MEASURING DEVICE GUIDE

Which car audio measuring device should you choose?

Start by defining what you want to measure. A device designed for SPL measurement may not necessarily meet the same need as a multifunctional audio system tester.

✓ SPL — acoustic pressure measurement
✓ Diagnostics — system monitoring
✓ Installation — tuning and verification
✓ Competition — performance comparison
✓ Range — suitable measuring capability
✓ Use — personal or professional
PROFESSIONALS & ENTHUSIASTS

From workshop diagnostics to SPL measurement

Measuring devices can be used by both a car audio installer monitoring a system and an enthusiast wishing to measure and optimize their vehicle's performance.

SSA & AUTO-CONNECT

Measuring equipment available from Sound Auto Concept

Discover SSA measuring solutions with the AVM and Accuwave Pressure Monitor APM-X, as well as an Auto-Connect multifunctional audio system tester for your car audio installation and diagnostics work.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ – Car Audio Measuring Devices

What is a car audio measuring device used for?

Depending on the model, it allows you to measure performance, monitor certain parameters or facilitate the diagnostics and tuning of a car audio system.

What is an SPL measurement?

SPL stands for Sound Pressure Level, or acoustic pressure level. This measurement allows you to quantify, among other things, the sound level produced by a system.

How do you measure the decibels of a car audio system?

For measurements suitable for high-power systems, use a measuring system and sensor designed for the relevant acoustic pressure levels.

Can you measure SPL with a phone?

An app can provide an indication under certain conditions, but a smartphone microphone is not a substitute for a specialized SPL sensor for high-power car audio systems.

Why measure several frequencies in SPL?

This allows you to compare the level achieved at different frequencies and identify the range where the system and the vehicle produce their maximum level.

Can an SPL device improve a score?

Measurement does not directly change performance, but it allows you to objectively compare different configurations and different settings.

Are these devices reserved for competitions?

No. They can also be used for demonstration vehicles, high-power systems, car audio workshops and various diagnostic work.

What is the difference between an SPL device and an audio tester?

An SPL device is primarily designed for measuring acoustic pressure. An audio tester may offer other monitoring and diagnostic functions depending on the model.

Which device should you choose for an SPL system?

Choose a system whose range and measurement type are suitable for the levels produced by your system and the intended use.