Car stereo installation in South Gate

Car stereo installation in South Gate happens in our own bay at 8696 Atlantic Ave, on Atlantic and Firestone next to the 7-Eleven. If you searched for car stereo installation near me, this is the shop: one location, and Tony does the work here.

Updated November 11, 2026

Quick facts

Where: 8696 Atlantic Ave, South Gate, CA 90280
Install time: A straightforward radio is often same day if you arrive before lunch
Brands: JL Audio, Alpine, Kicker, Focal, Pioneer, plus Kenwood, JVC and Sony head units
Payment Plan: Snap, EasyPay, Synchrony, American First
Quote: Text (213) 674-9042

What the install includes

A car stereo installation here is the head unit, the dash kit, and the wiring harness, matched to the car. When the vehicle allows it, we keep the steering wheel controls and the backup camera.

Tony starts with the year, make and model. A radio that looks right on the wall can still fight the wheel buttons, the backup camera, or a factory amp. We would rather say so at the counter.

How a visit works

You can drop the car off or wait. Walk-ins are fine. For a bigger job, call or text first so Tony can hold bay time.

A straightforward radio is often a same-day visit if you arrive before lunch. Bigger dashes and cars with a factory amp take longer. We will not name a clock time.

Hours are Monday to Thursday 10 AM to 7 PM, Friday and Saturday 9 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM. Call (323) 944-7844 or text (213) 674-9042. The shop has been open since 2012, and the team has 20+ years of experience. Se habla español.

Daily drivers and work trucks

Most of the bay is daily drivers and work trucks. Bring the car you actually drive. If you are not sure the opening is a single DIN or a double DIN, Tony looks at the dash and tells you what fits.

Brands on the wall

We are an authorized dealer for JL Audio, Alpine, Kicker, Focal and Pioneer. Kenwood, JVC and Sony head units are on the wall too, including screens with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

If you want to look first, start with the head unit wall. Call to confirm a specific model is on the shelf before you drive over.

What it costs

The job is quoted by vehicle. Text us your year, make and model at (213) 674-9042 and Tony will tell you what fits and what the install costs. You can also call (323) 944-7844.

We have a Payment Plan. Buy Now, Pay Later: 100 days same as cash, or up to one year with Synchrony. Approval and terms set by the provider.

In the bay and on the wall

The photo at the top is a dash job in our bay. These are the Alpine display and the speaker wall on the floor.

Alpine head unit display and speaker aisle at DJ Custom Audio in South Gate

Speaker and subwoofer wall with Focal, JL Audio and Kicker, and an Alpine head unit display, at DJ Custom Audio

Drivers from nearby cities

There is one shop, in South Gate. We do not have other locations. Miles and minutes are an approximate drive, without traffic, the same numbers as each city page.

Also at the shop

Car stereo installation in South Gate: questions

Do you do car stereo installation in South Gate?

Yes. Car stereo installation is done in our bay at 8696 Atlantic Ave, South Gate, on Atlantic and Firestone. Call (323) 944-7844 and ask for Tony.

How long does a car stereo installation take?

A straightforward radio is often a same-day visit if you arrive before lunch. Bigger dashes and cars with a factory amp take longer. You can drop the car off or wait.

Can you add Apple CarPlay?

Most likely. Tony matches the head unit, dash kit and wiring harness to the year, make and model. Several Alpine, Pioneer, Kenwood, JVC and Sony radios on the wall do Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Text the vehicle to (213) 674-9042.

Can you keep my steering wheel buttons and backup camera?

Often, yes, when the vehicle allows it. It depends on the car. Bring the year, make and model and we will tell you what is realistic.

Can I bring a radio I already bought?

Yes. Bring it in and we will look at it and give you an install quote for that vehicle.

Do you install for drivers in Downey, Lynwood, Compton, Huntington Park, Bell Gardens and Cudahy?

Yes. The work is done at our only shop in South Gate, and drivers from those cities come here. Approximate drives without traffic: Downey about 3.3 miles and 6 minutes, Lynwood about 2.7 miles and 7 minutes, Compton about 6.9 miles and 13 minutes, Huntington Park about 3.2 miles and 8 minutes, Bell Gardens about 2.5 miles and 6 minutes, and Cudahy about 1.5 miles and 5 minutes.

How do I get a quote?

Text your year, make and model to (213) 674-9042, or call (323) 944-7844. The install is quoted by vehicle.