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The Top 5 Car Stereo Installations in Brisbane that Left Even Bystanders Jamming
Earlier this month, I took a walk outside just to get some food. It was a slow day anyway, and so I figured why not dine outdoors so I can listen to the ambience of the city? I did just that and enjoyed the cars passing by.
However, what I witnessed was mind-blowing or should I say ‘ear-blowing’ because a vehicle passed by with some nice loud music. Instead of the song though, I paid extra attention to the stereo system.
From there, I thought about my car and my friends’ cars: we don’t have that, but we’d love to! Imagine hanging out with the best people, strolling through a nice place, while also enjoying some loud music together. It’s a bucket list item!
I instantly contacted them after I got home and made plans to go around the city and get car stereo installation services. Which garage? Here’s a list of the best car stereo installations that we found in Brisbane!
1. Complete Car Sound

Website: https://completecarsound.com.au/
Address: 3/100 Pickering St, Enoggera QLD 4051, Australia
Contact Details: +61 7 3355 1509
Operating Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM; Thursday: 8 AM – 7 PM; Saturday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Google Reviews Score | 4.9/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.9/5 |
Score Consistency | 4.9/5 |
Sound Quality | 5/5 |
Installation Speed | 5/5 |
Customer Service | 4.5/5 |
Value for Money | 5/5 |
In Complete Car Sound, one of the first things that was said to us was that booking an appointment is better for the next visit. Fortunately, they were just doing some inspections that time so we didn’t have to wait that long.
We suggest coming earlier if you’re going without booking in advance!
When it was my turn, they asked me for my preferred price range so they could suggest what I can afford from the wide catalogue. I went with an entire Pioneer sound system.
After those few hours passed, they called me up. I was immediately educated on how the things work, what settings I can consider, and they also showed me the special features.
As we were leaving though, we overheard some clients complaining why the booking process takes so long. They all have the same concern, so we want to warn you that it might take a while before bookings can be accommodated, so just be early!
Installation was easy
Couldn’t be happier with the service provided by the team. I came in with my car wanting advice on upgrading my audio system and the team was able to provide me with multiple options for varying price ranges and gave honest recommendations on product preferences. Installation was easy, just dropped my car off and picked it up a few hours later!
Lauren Kaye| Google Review
I am a very happy customer
The place to go for all of your Car Audio, Communications and Security needs. Craig and his helpful staff go above and beyond with their hands on product knowledge and fitting expertise. I required a car alarm system and they sold me on a very affordable wireless vehicle tracking system. Craig got it all set up for me and spent all the time I required to assist me and answer every question. I am very satisfied with my purchase and Complete Car Sound’s after sales support. The store is clean and tidy, with a full range of stock and parts at hand. They have a very well appointed fitting bay with easy parking and entry access to the store. Thanks for all of your help. I am a very happy customer.
Mark Anderson | Google Review
2. DriveSound

Website: https://www.drivesound.com.au/
Address: 7 Colebrook Ave, Moorooka QLD 4105, Australia
Contact Details: +61 7 3892 2555
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 6 PM; Saturday: 9 AM – 1 PM
Google Reviews Score | 4.9/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.9/5 |
Score Consistency | 4.9/5 |
Sound Quality | 5/5 |
Installation Speed | 5/5 |
Customer Service | 4.5/5 |
Value for Money | 4.5/5 |
For the next day, we found a spot around Colebrook Avenue. DriveSound didn’t really look appealing at first because of the dark and remote place. However, there were many cars parked outside, so it was a good sign.
Learning from the previous day, we tried to book a customer check-in. When we arrived there, the booking wasn’t listed. It was also inconvenient that we didn’t see any waiting spaces for customers. Still, we pushed through with the service.
When we mentioned wanting a car stereo installation, the team immediately pulled out their catalogue. Although they didn’t have as many
products to choose from as the first garage we went to, there were enough.
My friend went with a Kenwood 10.1-inch head unit along with an amplifier and speakers. They did parts of the installations simultaneously instead of one-by-one! The result was impeccable and the staff were great conversationalists as well.
Still, we could’ve enjoyed the experience better if they had the place look more appealing and if they improved their booking system. A waiting space for the customers would be great too, so we really hope they see this review!
Will definitely be recommending them to others
Absolutely recommend the guys at drive sound. Honest, informative and very professionally. Bought an Apple CarPlay online that I couldn’t get to work as the main power cable did not match to my car. I didn’t catch the bloke that helped me today, however you sir saved me a lot of time and frustration. After assisting me and getting it working, I was not even charged! Will definitely be recommending them to others and coming back!
Carlo Urbano | Google Reviews
They’ve earned a customer for life
The team at DriveSound is beyond amazing. Sent my car in for a speaker upgrade after having some work done a couple years ago by another car audio place out of town. These guys went above and beyond solving issues that I’d just grown a custom too. Even providing extra support when parts of that older install failed. 10/10 service by the team, they’ve earned a customer for life.
Cain Miller | Google Reviews
3. Northfield Car Sound

Website: https://northfieldcarsound.com.au/
Address: 1525 Sandgate Rd, Nundah QLD 4012, Australia
Contact Details: +61 7 3266 7366
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM; Saturday: 8 AM – 1 PM
Google Reviews Score | 4.6/5 |
AutoGuru Score | 4.8/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.7/5 |
Score Consistency | 4.7/5 |
Sound Quality | 4/5 |
Installation Speed | 5/5 |
Customer Service | 2.5/5 |
Value for Money | 3/5 |
Our next stop was Northfield Car Sound, and it was an unconventional journey. From the start, we already sensed a lack of hospitality, which was a bit bothersome.
When they worked on my friend’s car, they moved much quicker compared to the previous stores. They also prepared custom sub boxes which were unique!
As we were looking around, we heard one of the staff doing an over the phone customer service. They were giving instructions to a client on how to troubleshoot some things in their ride. We found out that it’s actually one of the services they offer!
However, we also saw some testimonies of them not giving refunds if the installations or repairs have flaws afterwards. They also don’t install products that you don’t buy from them. Apart from all of these, they’re also quite expensive compared to other options.
Fortunately, the installation process was smooth, quick, and efficient. Although the sound quality was not at the absolute best, my friend hasn’t experienced other concerns. Hopefully it stays that way!
These guys have been insanely helpful
I couldn’t recommend these guys any higher from the moment I rang to the moment I collected my car. These guys have been insanely helpful. Got me in really quickly during the busiest period, replaced all my speakers and head unit and then even stayed open 15 minutes late, just so I can collect my car on a Saturday Arvo! Thank you again Scott and the team!
Callam | Google Reviews
Top service
I couldn’t be happier with the service and installation. On top of that when it came to paying the bill, it was substantially less than the quoted price because some items were not required due to a previous installation. Had I been charged the original amount I would not have been none the wiser. Top service from Scott and the team.
David Bates | Google Reviews
4. Tbass Audio

Website: https://tbass.com.au/
Address: 77 Telegraph Rd, Bald Hills QLD 4036, Australia
Contact Details: +61 7 3229 3844
Operating Hours: Monday: 8 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday – Friday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Google Reviews Score | 4.9/5 |
Facebook Reviews Score | 5/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.9/5 |
Score Consistency | 4.9/5 |
Sound Quality | 5/5 |
Installation Speed | 5/5 |
Customer Service | 5/5 |
Value for Money | 5/5 |
Tbass Audio caught our attention with the way they brand themselves. They found success with custom moulded sub boxes!
Add to that their top-tier customer service spearheaded by their passionate owner. He was willing to go all the way when it comes to doing installations and giving advice–a true craftsman and worker.
However, we noticed that a part of the process involves cutting into factory mounts. With those damaged, there is an increased risk towards the overall health of the car and affects its value.
Fortunately, my friend loves his car and has no intention of selling it. The owner was also very reassuring and gave us his word of doing the repairs in case there were damages.
The sound and build quality were amazing, but the cosmetics of the installation were even better!
Highly recommend it
Cannot recommend these guys highly enough. What started as a few phone calls for advice turned into an amazing job from a highly professional, knowledgeable and friendly team. My son ordered a head unit online which arrived minus some cords and other parts (the seller then became invisible) and Tim was so helpful on the phone and couldn’t do enough to help rectify the problem. Upon dropping the car off, the team went above and beyond to install a very tricky job and do it with perfection. I know it cost way more than Tim first quoted but he wouldn’t take any extra money. Both my sons and husband were so impressed. Highly recommend it.
Paula Gaffney | Google Reviews
This will be the only place you come
Tbass are absolute legends, the crew are incredibly talented. Tim the owner is genuinely interested in trying to guide people in the right direction for what best suits their ride, these guys are extremely busy and the reason for that is because they are the best in the business. All I can say is that once you have been here this will be the only place you come. Thank you again guys and I look forward to progressing my system in the future.
Michael Deacon | Google Reviews
5. Garage Audio

Website: https://www.garageaudio.com.au/
Address: 11/18 Paisley Dr, Lawnton QLD 4501, Australia
Contact Details: +61 7 3093 1846
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Google Reviews Score | 4.9/5 |
Total Reviews | 4.9/5 |
Score Consistency | 4.9/5 |
Sound Quality | 5/5 |
Installation Speed | 5/5 |
Customer Service | 4.5/5 |
Value for Money | 5/5 |
Garage Audio is very particular with the brands they choose to work with. This means that the customer cannot just bring an aftermarket item and expect for it to be installed.
Still, the staff were very accommodating and were willing to educate us why this is the case. We didn’t have an aftermarket item on us, but they felt the need to explain why they enforce that rule.
The best part about Garage Audio was the pricing. They offer cheaper packages! Their work on the car of one of our friends was almost flawless. It’s more impressive that he availed of a Sony Full Audio Pack 1 that includes all components.
We were very surprised with the quality afterwards. And for the price that my friend paid, the results were up there with the more expensive ones we considered!
Great system, very professional, and a good price
Matt did a great job putting a new Sony head unit in my Landcruiser to replace the faulty one. Spoke to him in the morning, dropped the car in at 2pm, and the unit was done by 4pm. Great system, very professional, and a good price. I would highly recommend this business.
Russell Ballam | Google Reviews
Highly recommended for dash cam and audio speakers
Matt is a very reliable man who has a great knowledge and passion for his work. Excellent work and good communication with reasonable prices. Very professional. Highly recommended for dash cam and audio speakers.
Anjum Alji | Google Reviews