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DS18’s NVY-M Series: 6" and 8" Marine-Grade Coaxials

NVY is the next chapter in marine, motorcycle, Jeep and powersports audio: designed from the ground up for motorcycle, boat, and Jeep owners who live life without limits. These high-performance com...

DS18's DFPU110iX: Easy-to-Install Under-Seat Subwoofer Enclosure

You don’t need a massive box to get massive bass.DS18’s DFPU110iX slides under your seat and hits harder than you’d ever expect! Built for Jeep Gladiators and pickup trucks, it’s the easiest way to...

DS18’s NXL-MD Series: The Best Marine and Powersports Speakers

DS18’s NXL-MD series redefines marine audio. This lineup of hybrid speakers takes audio experiences higher, even in the most challenging environments. Why the NXL-MD Series Had to Happen Let’s be r...

Instant Car Audio Upgrade – Discover DS18’s DXQ Series Coaxial & Component Speakers

Want to take your car's audio to the next level—without doing a complete makeover? DS18’s all-new DXQ Series fits factory speaker locations and delivers high-clarity sound built for amplified syste...

Add Style To Your Sound With DS18’s DLRING and NXL-DLRING

Your speakers should dance in rhythm with your music! DS18’s DLRING's turn that dream into a reality. These rings work anywhere and turn sound systems into showstoppers! Features of DS18's NXL-DL...

DS18’s PRO-CF Series: The Best Motorcycle Speakers Available

On the open road, sound gets swallowed. Wind noise, road rumble, and engine growl all fight against your audio. Factory setups just can't compete. That's why DS18’s experts engineered the PRO-CF li...

Easy Tower Speaker Mounting in Your Jeep With DS18's JL-RCTM

When it comes to enhancing your Jeep's audio experience, the importance of solid speaker mounts cannot be overstated. If you're looking to upgrade, DS18's JL-RCTM mount is your go-to solution. This...

DS18’s EN-OSP62: The Universal Speaker Pod Of Your Dreams

No matter what you ride, if you cut up half as hard as I do—the sound experience can often fall short. DS18’s EN-OSP62 is your ticket to high-quality sound: this Universal Overhead Flat Mount Pod p...

DS18’s NEW Digital LED Bullet Tweeters!

If you’ve been keeping up, you’ve seen the evolution of our crowd-favorite PRO-TW1L's and PRO-TW7L's into the PRO-TW1LD and PRO-TW7LD!These full-on upgrades turn heads and deliver screaming highs t...

DS18’s PU210A: The Best Active Subwoofer Enclosure for Pickups

DS18's PU210A is a sleek booming powerhouse—perfect for bringing low frequencies to tight installs. This active subwoofer enclosure is the easiest way to bring the boom to your pickup! Let’s break ...

Build The Perfect Polaris Slingshot Audio System Now!

It’s easier than ever to Build the Slingshot sound system of your dreams. Our NEW Build Your Slingshot page makes customizing your Slingshot’s audio system simple. Whether you’re starting from scr...

Tech Tips and Tricks

Upgrade Your Audio with DS18's Best Black Friday Deals Of 2025

Looking for the best Black Friday car audio deals of 2025? You’re in the right place. 🐺 Every year, DS18 brings the heat for Black Friday: but, in the big 2025? We're turning it ALL the way up. Get...

DS18’s NVY-M Series: 6" and 8" Marine-Grade Coaxials

DS18's DFPU110iX: Easy-to-Install Under-Seat Subwoofer Enclosure

September Specials at DS18: Deals on High-Quality Audio Gear

Want to get LOUD for less? This September, #TEAMDS18 is rolling out INCREDIBLE SPECIALS that offer up to 40% off on a selection of our best-selling audio products. With deals on marine audio, car a...

Which Should I Choose: Compression Drivers vs Super Tweeters

One seemingly small choice can make a huge difference in your sound system: compression driver or super tweeter? Understanding the nuances between these two high-frequency components is essential ...

DS18's EN-JS Package: The Best Ryker/Spyder Sound System Available!

Stock audio doesn’t cut it when you go off-road: you need a system that hits as hard as your ride! And DS18 has a setup that drowns out all noise for riders like you! DS18’s EN-JSPKG/IQ: Ready for ...

Customizing LED Speaker Rings for Your Specific Speakers

If you want your style to match your output, RGB speaker rings are one of the easiest ways to take your sound system to the next level. Of all speaker rings available, one series installs the faste...

Is Soundproofing Your System Worth It? What You Need To Know

You ever turn your system ALL the way up, only to hear more road noise than music? You’re not alone. As vehicles evolve, so do our expectations for sound quality. That’s where sound deadening come...

Best Marine and Powersports Audio Gear For Summer 2025

Summer’s here—and it’s time to Get LOUD! No matter where you spend your summer vacation, your audio setup makes all the difference. Well, DS18's got gear that hits hard, holds up, and turns heads ...

What Size Subwoofer Should I Get?

The subwoofer is the heart of your sound system, responsible for reproducing the big drops that bring your music to life. But with various sizes available, how do you determine which one is best fo...

Understanding Ohm Ratings: Dual Voice Coil vs Single Voice Coil

If you've ever stared at a speaker’s spec sheet and lost your mind wondering whether you need 2-ohm, 4-ohm, or 8-ohm speakers—or what the heck DVC and SVC even mean—you’re not alone. I’ve been down...

Choosing the Right Power Cables For Your Audio System

So, you're picking out a new amp—maybe a bigger sub—something that’s so LOUD it’ll shake your rearview mirror off its mount. We get it: but, right before you hit "checkout," there's one thing you w...

Under Seat Subs or Traditional Enclosures: Find Your #PerfectFit

You’re beefing up your bass—but space is tight. Do you go all-in with a traditional subwoofer enclosure, or keep it sleek with an under seat sub? We’re diving into the details on under seat subwoof...

Guide to Troubleshooting Your Car Audio Amplifier

If your amplifier stops working, it can disrupt your entire sound system. God forbid it happens at a competition or during a demo, a malfunctioning amplifier can ruin your entire experience. This g...

Coaxial Speakers vs. Component Speaker Sets?

Let’s be real—car audio can get confusing.You’re staring at a bunch of speaker options—1-way, 2-way, 3-way, coaxial, component—and wondering, “What does any of this even mean?” By the end of this g...

Why Are My Speakers Rattling?

You're cruising down the highway, enjoying your favorite track, when suddenly—rattle. That annoying buzz from your speakers ruins the sesh. Speaker rattling is frustrating, but the good news is it'...

Unveiling the Best High-to-Low Converters

DS18’s VX2HL and VX4HL are two of the best high-to-low converter options on the market—but which one is right for your ride? Let’s break it down. Design and Build Quality Form and function ALWAYS c...

DS18's Beginners Guide To Upgrading Your Car’s Audio

Cars are built to last, and drivers are holding onto theirs longer than ever. But keeping a car for years doesn’t mean it has to feel outdated. Sometimes, all it takes is a killer sound system to m...

Team Member Spotlight

Inside DS18's Groundbreaking SEMA 2025 Showcase

DS18 was untouchable at this year’s SEMA show. From the minute the doors opened at SEMA 2025, #TEAMDS18 had them hooked. We came to remind the automotive industry of something we’ve always known: y...

Upgrade Your Audio with DS18's Best Black Friday Deals Of 2025

Maximize Your Potential With DS18's New Affiliate Program

There’s never been a better time to join DS18’s affiliate program! Partnering with the LOUDEST team in audio gives you the chance to use premium car audio products to build your audience and earn a...

¡Rayo! DS18 Powers J Balvin's Custom Car!

RAYO, J Balvin’s custom showpiece created by YouTuber Juca, was built to strike during the highly-anticipated release of J Balvin’s album of the same name—and DS18 Mexico made sure it had the audio...

DS18 Mexico's Pro Audio Showcase on Wheels: "La Chulada"

Nobody loves their distributors more than #TEAMDS18! That’s why we gifted DS18 Mexico "La Chulada": a Ram ProMaster designed as the ultimate showcase for the dynamic Powersports and Pro Audio catal...

DS18's New Minion Jeep Takes the Adventure to the Next Level!

DS18's newest Wrangler is GETTING LOUD at every show across the East Coast: The Minion Jeep, painted in striking High Velocity Yellow, is a mobile powerhouse of cutting-edge audio technology design...

DS18 Supercharges Big5’s Jeep Audio System

At DS18, we’re all Jeep enthusiasts: and as one of the leading manufacturers of Jeep Audio Products in the world, we have to be. We manufacture products that accommodate every make, model, and buil...

Nico4x4 Proves The Sky Is The Limit With His XTREME CAN-AM Maverick X3

Picture this: a beastly gray and green CAN-AM Maverick X3, perched on colossal 56-inch tires, rumbling and growling as it confidently crawls into DS18's parking lot. The ground trembles beneath its...