Car Audio Tech

Great place to get car radio, good price and Chris, Alvay and David are amazing installers, and very helpful.

CAR AUDIO TECH treats you with the honesty and care like you are family. Chris is golden. When they look you in the eye and tell you the bottom line, you can believe them. A GOLDEN HAWAII TREASURE! They have the wisdom to «steer» you right and delegate to save you money. We were led to them and feel so grateful because our installed new backup feature is great on our Pioneer DVD/​radio screen.
Mahalo Nui Loa, audreyandrudy

After doing tons of research as to which shop to go to with upgrading my stock radio and alarm, Car Audio Tech gave me the lowest price and seemed the most knowledgeable. They were very nice when I came in months ago, wrote down the estimate and everything I needed on a card and told me to come come back with it when I was ready for the install. I called about a week ago requesting an appointment, they were able to squeeze me in that day! I went down there and also wanted to get a speaker replaced because it sounded blown as well as get leds installed that I had purchased off of Amazon. I was asking for a lot, but they remained very courteous and gave me options for my budget. I ended up requesting the works for my car: new radio, car alarm, back up cam, led light install, new speakers/​subwoofer, new wiring system (old car) and was quoted a very reasonable price for it all! They called towards the end of the day, even waited for me passed their closing time since I was coming from Wahiawa. They saw the error with my speaker sounding blown and fixed it free of charge and turned on my subwoofer which wasn’t on before/​didnt need to be replaced. They showed me how everything worked with the new radio, back up camera, and leds. Before I left, they encountered a problem with my new alarm interacting with my stock alarm. After fixing it enough for me to take home that day, they called me and asked me to bring it back in since after doing research they realized they could have fixed it in a much better way. I took it back a few days later to have it fixed and have had no issues with anything installed since. Amazing service and the quality in their work shows! I highly recommend and would rate more than 5 stars if I could. I will definitely be back when I decide to replace those stock speakers for a much better aftermarket setup. Thank you guys so much!

Went in to install a steering wheel control module, my appointment was scheduled for a Saturday I had made the appointment 1 week in advanced. So fast forward to Saturday I drop off the car 2 hours later they call me and tell me that they don’t make a module for my year so they tell me they are going to put everything back together, they charge me 50 $ for the install with no module also they forgot to plug in my radio antenna I’m sure they do great work but not on my car.

Came in looking to improve the quality of my vehicle, and Car Audio Tech did not disappoint! Great prices and superior customer service makes this place hard to beat! Even the scheduling for my installation was beyond expectations! I live a very busy lifestyle, so we found a way to work in multiple installations over the course of 2 – 3 days. I will definitely be returning with my future vehicles, as well as referring my friends here! Thank you for your wonderful service!

I received my new 2-​din radio and took it here. The guy removed my dash and showed me how, if I wanted to install it, he would have to cut the heck out of the area around the radio hole in order to get it to fit. He said, if this radio breaks and you want a different one, your dash will have a big ugly hole. I said the seller on Amazon said it would fit! He said, «oh, it will fit. Let me get my saw and cut a bigger hole.» And then, he actually refused to install it! He said it isn’t made for the Jeep, the hole is too small, and even then the thing would stick way out, maybe 1 ½ inches and I would hate it! So he actually refused my business and refused to install it. He did show me how it would look, and I agreed. He convinced me the radio was crap, so I’m sending it back and buying a better one. I can’t give 5-​start because they didn’t actually do anything, I’ll leave a different review when I bring it back.

Before I decided to upgrade my deck and put a new security system and a back up camera, I did my research and actually went to a couple of shops to see how the customer service are, despite of the review. When I met with Mr. Chu I was very impressed in how he educated me on their products so that I may make an educated decision. With that said, I decided to do the work with them. I had my own deck and Chris is the one who installed it! When I was there to pick it up, I just felt like I was part of the family. Chris did an awesome job installing everything I wanted done, very clean work. I would highly recommend them and I see myself visiting them as well whenever I am around the area. Thanks guys!

MAN, I really wish I could give these guys 5 stars! I’ve had 2 installs done here:
1 Acura ILX sub/​amp
and
1 Tacoma full install with alarm system
Both jobs were extremely professional. These guys really know what they are doing and the installs are very clean. By clean I mean no wires showing and if you want the amp hidden they can do it. You would never know my truck had a system until it starts bumping, and even then I can turn the bass control knob down to hide it. After the install they explained how everything works with me including the alarm and the new head unit. They even integrated the rear backup camera. The only thing they could’t do was integrate the OEM aux port, but since they couldn’t figure it out they wired a free aux cable up for me through the glove box.
Now on to why I can’t give them 5 stars… Shortly after I left the shop my subwoofer started cutting out. It would work for a few minutes when I started my truck and then eventually fade out and crackle a little bit when a hard bass note hit. It kind of sounded like a wiring issue and seeing that I paid these guys for the install I figured I would take it in and have them troubleshoot it instead of spending my time troubleshooting myself. The head installer came out put his hand on the speaker for about 10 seconds and told me the coils inside the speaker had unravelled and my speaker was defective. I would need to send it back to the manufacturer. I said «Are you sure?» and he said «Yes» very confidently. I couldn’t believe it. I was so bummed, I had waited for my system for so long and pumped so much money into getting a quality speaker that came to me already defective. I contacted the manufacturers and they offered to replace it right away.
I removed my rear seat and got the box out of the back lugged it up my apartment stairs and unscrewed the subwoofer to remove it out of the box to ship it to the manufacturer. What did I find? One of the speaker wires going to the sub was barely hanging on by a thread because it had been crimped almost all the way through the wire. I couldn’t believe it, were these guys really THAT lazy that they couldn’t do a quick troubleshoot on my speaker, something as easy as the wiring that I suspected from the start and I’m not even an audio installer?
Anyway I know that my situation is a one of a kind and probably won’t happen again, but damn was I pissed. I had actually gotten mad at the manufacturer for the defective speaker when it was working perfectly all along. I’m disappointed and wish I could give Audio Tech 5 stars because they are so good at what they do, but what I experienced was truly unprofessional and wasted my time.

Amazing shop that is very knowledgeable about all the products they carry. Also customer device is number one. Highly recommend to anyone looking for anything car audio related.

I called car audio tech after my sounds in my car blew out. When they picked up, they were really friendly. I asked if it was possible to come in to get an estimate on speakers and a new deck. When I got there, I was greeted and right away they started to ask what I was looking for. They asked what my budget was and suggested what would best fit my car. I didn’t feel pressured and was treated like I was their own. Came in an hour before closing and they were able to squeeze me in and started to install everything. They kept me updated and the customer service was amazing. I really appreciate that they were able to squeeze me in. I WOULD DEFINITELY SUGGEST THIS PLACE TO MY FRIENDS. TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY.

A WELL DESERVED SHOUT OUT TO YOUNG AT CAR AUDIO TECH! I went in on a Saturday without an appointment because the sound in my Toyota’s stock radio was flashing in and out. Young Chu says he would do a mandatory $ 39 diagnostic to see what was wrong but would call me in 30-​minutes before taking any further action. So I cross the street and go shopping at the Sports Authority and in 30-​minutes he calls me back and says come pick-​up your car, your stereo is now working fine, and NO CHARGE it was an easy fix so no need to pay me anything. Young did not have to do that, we had already pre-​agreed on the $ 39 diagnostic fee which I felt obligated to pay, but when I insisted that I pay him for fixing my stereo, he refused and said — «no need it was an easy fix.» Because self-​less customer service like this is so rare these days you can bet that all of my car audio and security needs will be going to Car Audio Tech and so should yours. Thanks again Young — you’re the best!!!

Young and his team are the best! Great prices clean installations super service! If you need a new alarm installed or sounds you need to come here! Need a new reverse camera installed or tint out in your car? This is the place to go!

These guys are awesome their customer service is unreal. They listen to exactly what I needed and got it done really quick. They suggested all the right things for my truck and so far it’s working out great. I totally recommend this place.

Jun was very cool and friendly guy. He knows a lot about their products. I came in with a very little knowledge about car sound systems. Helped me out with what I need and hooked me up with a very good price that I can’t decline. Now my car has the «boom boom!» Totally would recommend this place to anyone.
My 93 corolla is now falling apart because of the badass sound system. lol!!!

This is my fourth time going to Mr chu. And his staff. Amazing service, quick, and most of all very very helpful. Need sounds? This is the place to get them.

I obtained 3 quotes prior to returning here to upgrade the speakers, head unit & add a subwoofer in one of our vehicles.
Car Audio Tech’s quote was almost ½ of one of the quotes that I received (& was ¹⁄₃ less than the other quote).
They allowed me to listen to one of the systems that they was being installed — which was similar to what I’d have done in our car — it more than met my needs.
They did such a great job that:
— I added a reverse camera & screen to the vehicle, and
— did the same (head unit, speakers, subwoofer & reverse camera) with our other vehicle a couple of days later.
Mr. Chu & his staff are honest, trustworthy, dependable & worthy of my business.
I’m absolutely ecstatic with the systems in both cars & believe that I saved at least $ 3K by purchasing the systems there & having them install them.

New ride? Time to arm that baby! I called Security & Sound Systems — they were booked 3 weeks out! I called Race Factory — sorry, we only have one alarm system we install and it happens to be the most expensive Viper alarm.
Yeah, no.
So, I called up Car Audio Tech. They told me to come down and they’d go over the different options. Options… yes, I like having options!
The owner explained the basic alarm system, the 2-​way, and the most expensive (2 way + remote start). I don’t need remote start but I asked him about a cool feature I heard… kill starter. Basically, if someone manages to start your car, you can send a signal that will kill the engine. Sounds cool, right? Wrong! He explained that a lot of drivers encounter problems with the feature (I googled it. there’s a lot!) and end up not being able to start their car.
He recommended the 2 way because the remote features an LCD screen that shows you what part of your car is activating the alarm (I’m a tech nerd. I like this.) and it sounds off. As long as you’re within range, you will be notified if your car alarm goes off. How do you know you’re in range? There’s a little icon on the screen that flickers when it’s sending and receiving signals. As a tech nerd, I approve.
I bought.
Scheduled my appointment and 2 days later, I had my car alarm installed.
When you pick up, they briefly go over how it works. If it’s too sensitive, you can bring it back within a week to get it adjusted.
I waited 3 weeks before writing this so I could make sure I was satisfied.
I’m more than satisfied. Great customer service. Quick turnaround. Fair price.

Got my alarm w/​remote start installed and tint done. I’m very satisfied with the quality of work and cost

I love them!!! Not only do they have the friendliest employees, but they also have the fastest service AND they know what they are doing.
The owner will NOT let you buy something that doesn’t make sense for your car even if it will means he loses out on money. He will find the perfect sound system for you. For example if you have your heart set on some expensive set of subs that will not work well with your car he won’t sell them to you he will instead show you why they won’t work and will help you find the best fit.
nothing but great things to say about car audio tech

I recommend this audio shop compared to all the others on island. Excellent service, and great products. I took my Altima here for a complete system, sounds amazing and haven’t had a complaint to give. What I loved most about the shop was the amount of care they give towards your vehicle. Things weren’t right behind the dash and they ended up fixing the problems without even charging for them. That’s what I call service at its finest.
Much love to the shop.