Best sound technicians in California: find options near you

I had them install a kill switch in my 2006 cadillac cts 3.6l project car i just finished. The price was very, very reasonable and I was really impressed by their electrical skill. As a mobile mechanic myself, I would not have done it this well in that amount of time. I would say especially if you have a kia or hyundai to get this done. Uriel hooked me up and if you’re on a budget and don’t want a complete alarm system, a kill switch is a budget friendly option to prevent your car from being wrecked and stolen.

Uriel was extremely helpful and attentive to my concerns with my amp not being properly tuned. He greeted me immediately as I enter the store, friendly and very professional. I’ll definitely recommend these guys to anyone and everyone! Thanks again for making my stereo rock!

Jason has helped my dad in the past with his audio needs and my dad was a very happy customer. Well, today my dad asked me to drive him back to Professional Car and Audio to have them make a cord longer and add another item to his car. Quickly and very politely they were able to fit us in. My dads health made it hard for him to get out of the car and they were kind enough to just have him sit in the car and take care of it right away. We appreciate their kindness and professionalism. Thank you. We would highly recommend them to anyone.

Jasen was great to work with, he broke down the options available for my 06 Yukon and was I amazed by the outcome!! My steering controls and factory DVD player still work with the new stereo, the sound is amazing and very clear with the factory Bose speakers. The new amp added some power as well, can’t wait to upgrade the sub and the other amp. I definitely recommend Professional Car Audio for their work ethic and professionalism, looking to get a dash cam too.

I came in to update my 2011 Mercedes ML 350 dashboard to a CarPlay screen. They showed me various selections and explained each one so I can choose the right fit for me. I was not so thrilled of the first fitting as it protrudes farther from the console but they made it right and made adjustments. My experience was absolutely amazing from the first day I walked in to their shop. Jason and Uriel were so friendly, A+ customer service and kept me informed in every step. Even offered me a ride when I told them I was going to call LYFT. They quoted me a fair price and the lowest of the 3 quotes from the 2 other shops. I will definitely recommend them and will go back if I ever need anything for my car. I love my new CarPlay and the additional phone chargers they added. Thank you guys!

I recently had a new Apple CarPlay stereo installed in my mom’s car at AutosoundLab, and the experience was outstanding. Mike was extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain all the different stereo models and options available, helping us find the perfect unit that fit both our needs and budget. The installation was completed the very same day, and the work was fast, clean, and professional. The store itself was well organized and had an incredible amount of inventory in stock. We must have looked at over 30 different stereo models before making our decision, and Mike was patient and informative the whole time. If you’re looking for great customer service, quality products, and professional installation, I highly recommend AutosoundLab. We’ll definitely be back for future upgrades!

The team at Autosound Lab was awesome! Took care of me quickly with expert help. These guys know what they’re doing; I totally TRUST THEM with my car and its electronics. Thanks, guys, for enhancing my sound, tuning up my horn, and keeping the price down!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I went to Autosound Lab to go get a new headunit after recently purchasing a 2015 Nissan Sentra. I went in a saw that Autosound lab had a whole makeover and found out it is under new ownership. The new owner Mike gave me a great price,good, and fast same day service. I got an Alarm and a new sony radio. Definitely will be sending my friends here. having apple carplay is awesome!

Autosound Lab didn’t disappoint !!!! They installed a rockin system in my F250 . They did such a Great job on my F250 we took the Harley Street Glide to be updated . It’s like a live concert on two wheels. Diamond Audio installed to perfection. If you wanna deal with a great professional team go see Mike, Sako and Hugo .

Been shopping for a dash cam I’m glad I stopped by, Mike took the time to show me and explain all my different options for my dash camera they had in the store. Got me in same day and looks great. No wires showing. Fast install Also wanted to say thanks to Sako for taking the time in explaining the system!

Robert Berry is awesome! Multi- talented on production and instrumentation! He is fun to work with and has unbelievable skill in hearing what «works», yet always listening to what you want and like! He is encouraging, patient, friendly, brings out the BEST in you and open to try new things! He makes whatever you bring SHINE!

The owner is nice and professional. Since the studio is small, there is no wheelchair accessable entrance. Adults and children are able to make appointment to record songs (any instrument) professionally. We are not too sure the pricing since we recorded through a piano teacher.

A hidden gem in the heart of Silicon Valley. 40 year track record. Great pro-studio equipment and engineers at a very reasonable price. The end product sounded perfect. These guys go above and beyond to ensure complete satisfaction.

Awesome old school music studio. Great gear. Knowledgeable staff. Some great music history here.

I Don’t Hate This Place. Its Wonderful

Lot of history has been and is being made here!!

amazing!

Sound Contracting has been absolutely outstanding throughout our recent installation project in downtown Hanford. From start to finish, their team delivered a level of professionalism and care that truly exceeded our expectations. Their staff was not only knowledgeable, but incredibly friendly and approachable—always willing to answer questions and go the extra mile to ensure everything was done right. What stood out the most was how seamless they made the entire process. As a busy nonprofit with a small staff, we simply don’t have the capacity to manage complex installations, but Sound Contracting handled everything from start to finish with minimal need for our involvement. It was completely hands off on our end, and that peace of mind was invaluable. The end result speaks for itself, and we couldn’t be happier. If you’re looking for a reliable, professional team that truly cares about their clients and their work, I highly recommend Sound Contracting.

The quality they bring behind their service is outstanding. I had questions about sound quality for our clients for our Live Zoom classes, and they took the time to sit, talk, and walk you us through the entire process in developing quality sound. Very much appreciated! I’m still in awe!

Best pro audio and visual contracting business in the central valley. They take the time to address the issues and provide a lasting solution the right way.

Great service! Eric was able to come out and help us out with a problem we couldn’t figure out. Great experience.

This place has it all! Any of your music needs ALL under one roof!…

Ken is a consummate professional. Asks the right questions, shows up totally prepared, has high standards and is totally thorough. Really loved working with him and will definitely be hiring him again!

We brought Ken on for a long week of shooting around San Francisco. The days were long, the schedules changed – often, and our needs were demanding. Even through these challenges, Ken captured great sound and did it with a fantastic attitude. He brought a great energy to set and we would absolutely work with him again. Tom Pittenger Coho Films

Ken is a highly skilled professional sound mixer with the experience and attentiveness needed to get good quality sound. This man’s demeanor and poise are assets to your crew as well. It’s always a pleasure working with Ken and I’d work with him again in a heartbeat!

Ken is a consummate professional who goes over and above in every situation. He dedicates himself to great sound and is very helpful on set in other ways as well. Hiring him is a wise choice.

Ken is a phenomenal collaborator who went above and beyond expectations. We’ll be keeping him on speed dial for future productions.

I am not new to the car audio world, but because I have a 2022 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack with less than 13k miles and over $20k in accessories, I decided to take it to «professionals» to ensure no clips were broken and the look remained OEM. Unfortunately, Audio Innovations did a «mickey moused» job that has cost me thousands in damages. The Issues: • Lazy Wiring: They ran wires through the middle of my back seat rather than behind the bracket. This caused the wiring to rub against the seat whenever people sat in the back, even though there was an empty channel right next to it that would have looked OEM. • Missing Hardware: Upon further inspection, I found screws missing from interior pieces. • Hack Job Repairs: The worst discovery was under the steering wheel. They broke my clip housing and «fixed» it using a zip tie and double-sided tape. You can see the hack job in image.png and image_2.png. Unless you never plan on taking your car apart, you’ll never see the poor quality and the parts they break. This company will never touch any of my vehicles, or those of my family and friends, ever again. Don’t bother reaching out unless you intend to pay for the broken dash parts and the labor I had to do to fix your mistakes

I’ve had many sound systems installed in past cars. They are the best I’ve seen. My installation required some custom work. Now it looks the way it should have come from the factory but sounds much better than factory.

They did an amazing job intergrading and installing my 10″ sub to my factory system. They also did all my kids alarm systems on thier cars.

Both times I been here they’re always helpful and friendly, 10/10 service

Easiest 5 star I have written! If you care about sonic truth—the kind that gives goosebumps when bass and clarity converge—then Audio Innovations is where you go when «good enough» simply isn’t. Ryan, who manages sales, is the rare kind of professional who listens before he recommends. He takes time to understand the tonal character you’re chasing—whether that’s chest-cavity resonance, stage imaging, or pure tactile punch—and curates a setup that harmonizes perfectly with your taste. Ryan and I sat down for over an hour and he gave me a master class in sound. He doesn’t want to just sale, he wants you to understand so you can truly make the most informed decision for your wants and desires. His honesty and depth of product knowledge make every conversation feel less like a sale and more like a collaboration between enthusiasts. James, the artisan behind the installs, is nothing short of a craftsman of silence and sound. His wiring is invisible, his tuning is meticulous, and his attention to acoustic phase coherence borders on obsessive—in the best possible way. Every decibel that leaves your speakers feels intentional. Sitting in Jame’s ride you can hear the level of precision in his craft. I appreciate Jame’s taking time to show me the levels that audio can achieve in his own ride. James is an OG that I am thankful for. I’ve now brought three vehicles to Audio Innovations, including two Tacomas, and each time they’ve delivered something remarkable: balanced, distortion-free soundscapes that transform the cabin into a studio-grade listening chamber. If you know Tacomas, the sound is honestly terrible, but not after Audio Innovations finishes them. Every system they’ve built for me is proof that passion and precision still exist in this industry. If you want an experience where your music doesn’t just play—but breathes—go see Ryan and James. Fresno may have other installers, but Audio Innovations is in a category of its own: where fidelity meets integrity. -Marvin

I called to find out if they were a store selling a product I have (Zoom H5 + Sennheiser ME66 mic). Was looking for some help on how to set my stuff up correctly (high noise floor) and / or direction on what else I should buy. They aren’t the kind of business I’m looking for, never the less the guy I spoke to (Rodney) was very eager to help me. As helpful as he was to me, knowing I wasn’t a potential customer, I imagine customers that hire him for events will be very happy.

As the owner and operator of Home Video Studio Visalia, I have recommended Experience AVL to my clients needing these types of services. Many of them have taken the time to call and thank me for recommending them! That alone speaks volumes of the great service that Experience AVL provides! #HighlyRecommended

Thank you Lee’s for getting our full home audio system up and running! We had a very old system that was no longer working and they were able to switch it out and get all speakers working. We definitely recommended them and will use them in the future.

I talked to the man on the phone and he told me that he would wait for me. Till I got here, but before that, I called him when I got off work, he says, yeah, sure, man. Come on through, I’ll be here for you and I’ll help you out when I get here. He’s gone He made me waste my time, my gas and plus his word as a business man is no good to me no more.

enjoy shopping here compared to other shop’s in town. Tim is very helpful and tried very hard to get me what i needed. i have had several items installed over the years and have never been upset once. thank you Tim and the rest of the fellas at lee’s for all their help 🙂

Went in to install some aftermarket speakers on my Silverado, friendly guys, got me in and out, had went to another shop and they wanted to switch out the head unit and add amp and other stuff didn’t want that. They did what I only asked for and did a good job. Good price

I’ve been doing business with Lee’s Stereo since the early 80’s, and have had nothing but good experiences with not only the car stereo store, but the home theater store as well! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them for any of your home, or car sound system needs!

They did an amazing job and they definitely know what they are doing!!! My car sounds better than a huge live performance! Definitely would recommend, don’t go anywhere else if you want amazing professional sound.

Really impressive until they «help» you. I needed a stereo install kit. Walked in on a Saturday & they needed to order it for me. It never got ordered. Came back 10 days later & the guy who originally helped us, didn’t even remember us or what was supposed to be ordered. Smh. Not impressed.

Forte audio is by far the best sound company around! The owner Aaron is very knowledgeable, professional and an educated sound engineer! He explains the art of sound in a very simple manner for us who may not fully understand how sound works!

Used them for a church event outdoors. They did a Great job. They provided JBL VRX array and SRX sub woofers. BEEFY! Midas board, more than enough sound for the band we brought, Reasonable pricing as well.

Forte audio has provided audio for 4 of my events and has done a great job. The owner is very hands on.