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human
Is there an optimal ratio between iPod volume and car stereo volume in terms of sound quality when listening to an iPod in the car?

I have noticed that different volume level ratios sound different to me in my car. I tend to turn up my iPod volume all the way up or close to max, and then just control the volume with my car volume knob. What is the science behind this? What would be the best strategy to take in order to improve sound quality?
gpt
For the best quality, turn up your iPod until it starts to cause distortion. Then, go a little below that. This will give the stereo's input the highest dynamic range and a better SNR to work with.  If you have some bizarre effects or non-additive noise, there could be problems, but generally, it is best to amplify signals as early down the chain as possible.