Audio Formats

DVD-Audio

DVDs are more popularly used for films rather than music, but if you want extreme quality, 80-minute surround sound recording with a load of other exciting features, this is the format for you. It compliments a top-of-the-line audio system, but it has yet to enjoy the status attained by audio and data CDs.

Because of its lack of popularity, at least as far as being an audio format is concerned, your car’s high-end CD player may not be able to read a DVD Audio disc. But if you are thinking of the future trend in car audio systems, DVD audio format is surely the next big thing.

However, if you wish to install something more than an audio system, like a car entertainment system that plays movies in video monitors, a DVD drive would be a fine choice not only because it plays your favorite DVD right at the comfort of your car, but it can also serve as an audio player when you're just in the mood for some tunes.

Installing a CD/DVD audio-visual head unit is a luxury that is priced a few hundred quid higher than top of the line audio players. Its price ranges from £450 to a hefty £1000, which varies according to the brand and features. A DVD player with monitor may cost up to £900, but if you decide to put your own monitor, the price can drop to more or less £300 to £600, also depending on brand and features.

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