Black sedan lit from above in a dark studio

Open Mon–Sat 9 AM – 7 PM

Car audio, window tint and remote start in Hayward

Looking for a new sound system, or want your windows tinted? You’ve come to the right place. Stereo Base has installed car electronics for Bay Area drivers since 1996.

Get a free quote (510) 583-1661

Since 1996: Same shop on Mission Blvd
Lifetime warranty: On every window tint job
Same-day installs: On most audio and tint work

FocalMosconiAlpineKickerKenwoodSonyAudioControlJBLInfinityMTXStingerAtrendGroundshakerJVCPioneerRockford FosgateiDatalinkInfotainmentBimmerTechZZ2GROMMobridgeDynamatSoundSkinsThinkwareBlackVueViperAvitalXPELSunTek

One shop for the whole car

Since 1996 we’ve fitted car and marine electronics for the East Bay. Every job is done in-house by our own technicians, never subcontracted.

Custom trunk build with subwoofers and amplifiers

Car audio

Speakers, amps, subwoofers and sound processing, built around your car and your music.

Speakers
Amplifiers
Subwoofers
DSP tuning

Black sedan with tinted windows at night

Window tint

Machine-cut XPEL carbon and ceramic film, backed by a lifetime warranty.

Ceramic film
Lifetime warranty

Security & remote start

Alarms, 2-way remotes and remote start you can run from your phone.

Alarms
Remote start
Phone control

Touchscreen stereo showing Apple CarPlay

Stereos & CarPlay

Touchscreen head units with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth.

CarPlay
Android Auto
Bluetooth

Clear paint protection film being applied to a car's hood

PPF & ceramic coating

Self-healing XPEL film that stops rock chips, and ceramic coating for lasting gloss.

XPEL
Gloss or matte
Ceramic coating

Pick your shade

Tint is measured in visible light transmission. The lower the number, the darker the glass.

35%Medium

A popular rear shade. A clear view out, and hard to see in during the day.

Quote this setupBoth films block 99% of UV.

Side view of a sedan showing its windows — The car from outside at 35% visible light transmission.

The Stereo Base storefront seen through a car’s side window — The car from outside at 35% visible light transmission.

How the car looks from the street. An illustration; we’ll show you real film samples in the shop.

Film

Heat rejection

Ceramic keeps the cabin coolest at any shade.

Upgrade in stages, not all at once

Our sales team pairs products that work together, so each upgrade builds on the last. Start with clearer sound today and add power and bass when you’re ready.

Explore car audio

Close-up of a speaker cone and dust cap — We listen to your current system before recommending a single part.

Stage 1
Clearer factory sound
The upgrade most cars need first. Better speakers and a modern head unit fix muddy, thin factory sound.
- Replacement door speakers
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto head unit
- Bluetooth, USB and backup camera inputs
Ask about stage 1
Stage 2
Power and real bass
Add the headroom and low end a factory system can’t deliver, without rattles or distortion.
- Amplifier matched to your speakers
- Subwoofer and enclosure
- Sound processor (DSP) to work with factory stereos
Ask about stage 2
Stage 3
Full custom build
A system designed around your car and your music, from component sets to custom enclosures.
- Component speakers and tweeters
- Multi-amp setups and wiring
- Custom fabrication and in-car tuning
Ask about stage 3

What drivers say after pickup

Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Yelp, from more than 1,800 reviews. Every quote below is copied word for word from a real 5-star review.

4.8930 Google reviewsRead on Google Write a review

4.7928 Yelp reviewsRead on Yelp Write a review

Google
“Junior helped me on a Saturday morning with installing a new touchscreen stereo with wired Apple CarPlay and a wired backup camera for my 2006 Honda CR-V. … They told me it would be ready in about 4 hours, but they actually finished everything in just 3 hours!”
Genesis N.CarPlay & backup camera · 2006 Honda CR-V
Google
“The person who helped me was Junior. He explained the process, gave me a cost breakdown and gave me an accurate estimated time of completion. I’m really happy with the finished product.”
Genaro C.Window tint
Yelp
“Thank you, Sharif and crew for helping me trouble shoot my amp and sub! … I’ve been working with Stereo Base for almost a decade.”
Greg O.Amp & subwoofer
Google
“The staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and took the time to explain all of my options without any pressure… the installation was clean, professional, and completed on time.”
Rocky H.Car audio
Yelp
“Great welcoming team. Very transparent team with pricing and installation time. They are very genuine in offering a great guest experience.”
Andrew C.Install
Yelp
“The service and team here was so nice and everything went smooth. Great deal! Definitely should come here if you need your windows tinted and want a smooth and easy process! Friendly staff!!”
Genna D.Window tint
Yelp
“Amazing service as usual. 2nd stereo installed since 2024. Great value for stereo and speaker. Folks are nice and great to deal with.”
Leah M.Stereo & speakers
Google
“The employees at Stereo Base are so helpful and respectful. They are knowledgeable and get you in and out as soon as possible with great service and results. I would recommend Stereo Base!”
Hollie S.Install
Yelp
“Love coming to this shop for all my sound/speaker needs. They always take good care of me and do great work! Been going to them for years!”
Crystal M.Speakers
Yelp
“Great place to buy a stereo. Sharif gave me a clear explanation of the stereo installation for my car and everything was beautifully taken care of as promised.”
Jessica B.Stereo install

Same shop since 1996

Stereo Base has fitted car electronics on Mission Boulevard for three decades, from Trans Ams to Teslas. The goal hasn’t changed: do the job right the first time, and explain exactly what we did.

Cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, RVs and ATVs are all welcome.

years in Hayward: 30+; years in Hayward
Google & Yelp reviews: 1,800+; Google & Yelp reviews
on Google: 4.8★; on Google

About the shop

Stereo Base storefront on Mission Blvd with a Dodge Viper parked outside

Questions we hear a lot

How much does it cost?

Our pricing page lists starting prices for tint, paint protection film, ceramic coating, audio, remote start and cameras. The final price depends on your vehicle’s year, make and model, so we confirm one clear price before any work starts. No surprises at pickup.

Can you install the same day?

Most installs and tint jobs are finished the same day. Bigger custom builds take longer; we’ll give you a pickup time before we start.

How long does tint take?

Most cars are done the same day. Plan to keep the windows rolled up for a few days while the film cures, and expect a little haze at first — it clears as the moisture dries out.

Which brands do you carry?

Car audio from Focal, Mosconi, Alpine, Kicker, Kenwood, Sony, AudioControl, JBL, Infinity, MTX, Stinger, Atrend, Groundshaker, JVC, Pioneer and Rockford Fosgate. CarPlay and factory integration from iDatalink, Infotainment, BimmerTech, ZZ2, GROM and Mobridge. Dynamat and SoundSkins sound deadening, Thinkware and BlackVue dash cams, Viper and Avital security, and XPEL and SunTek film for tint and paint protection. If you want something we don’t stock, ask — we can usually special order it.

Do you offer mobile installation?

Not at the moment — every install happens in our Hayward shop where we have the tools and lighting to do it right. If your car won’t start, call us and we’ll work out options.

What are your hours?

Monday to Saturday 9 AM – 7 PM. We’re closed on Sundays and some holidays, so call ahead around those.

Come by the shop

On Mission Boulevard in Hayward, a few minutes from I-880 and 238. Walk-ins are welcome. For bigger jobs, call ahead so we can plan your install. Drivers come in from Fremont, San Leandro, Union City, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo and Oakland.