CenCal Audio — Local services in Madera

Happy Customer alert!!! I came into contact with Paul through a basshead Facebook page we both follow. I messaged and described the equipment I bought and was wanting installed into my 2016 Honda Accord. Paul was very quick to respond and even provided his personal phone number to chat. After speaking with Paul the rest is history. Paul came back with a quote from Gilbert "owner of CEN CAL Audio" that was nearly $1,000 cheaper than their competitors I had gotten quotes from. After some research I found that CEN CAL Audio does high quality installations with high quality equipment so I was pleasantly surprised being the price was lower and my equipment was not top notch. Once I dropped my vehicle off I knew I was in great hands. I was able to meet Gilbert and his wife (family run business) and explore some projects CEN CAL Audio was currently working on. I was impressed to say the least. During the installation Paul sent me pictures of everything, from the work being done under the hood (big 3), the interior, door and back dash speaker upgrades, LC7I, amps, etc, to the trunk, isolator, second battery, and sub. Once the installation was completed I picked my Honda Accord up and fired up the new system. Gilbert was able to do a full walk around of the vehicle and described all the work that was done, and answered any questions I had. My new audio system looked exactly like I saw in pictures of other customers rides, and sounded amazing, I couldn't believe it. Everything on this installation was great. The folks over at CEN CAL Audio are top notch. The work was done with attention to detail in mind, communication was consistent, my Honda bumps, and the price point I couldn't beat. CEN CAL Audio has earned 5+ stars and I'll gladly be spending my money with them every time. If you're in the central valley area don't pass on...

Let me start by saying—my wife and I drove just over 4 hours from Southern California to CenCal Audio, and it was absolutely worth it.

If you’re looking for a high-quality sound system install—not just top-tier equipment, but the care and precision in the installation itself—this is the place. We’re talking about proper wiring, clean connections, and attention to detail that ensures your system performs and lasts. No corroded wires, no loose connections, no cutting corners.

As the saying goes, you get what you pay for. Instead of wasting money hopping from one shop to another, do it right the first time and come here. I’ve been to the “popular” shops in my hometown—places that have been around for years—but walked away disappointed. One shop messes up, another seems to fix it, but then the issues start piling up again. And of course, they’ll gladly sell you more parts to “fix” problems they never actually resolved.

That cycle ended when I found Paul, CenCal’s installer, through a JL Audio Facebook group. He and the owners, Gilbert and Lupe, welcomed my wife and me like family. Paul inspected my system and immediately identified issues from the prior installs—like corroded, disconnected door speaker wiring and more.

CenCal Audio is the real deal, and the only 5 star rated shop I know of. They take pride in their work, and it shows. They got us back on the road with a fully functional system, despite our limited time—and we’ll absolutely be back to have them complete the rest of the cleanup.

Thank you, CenCal Audio, for your professionalism, care, and commitment. You’re a rare gem in this industry. May your business continue to be blessed and...

Guys, I have an amazing review to give. I am starting a build, in a world that has changed so much since 1990-2000. My teenage yrs consisted of JL Audio (3 10W6's, 3 12W6's, etc), nice head unit and maybe, if i had time an upgrade to my mids and highs. At 46 I jumped back into this. I replied to a comment on FB and a guy I'd never met or talked to, named Paul reached out. Not only did he answer the question i had, but exchanged info and anytime I have an type of question about my set up, he's right on it. NEVER fails to respond, and it's not a one-word answer, it's paragraphs with folllow-ups. Sometimes, I've done it wrong and don't like the news, but it's honest. I only wished I lived close, bc Paul and this company would be my 2nd home. I mean, where do u find people like that? If I could give it more than 5*'s, I'd max that thang...