TORONTO, ONTARIO (04.21.25) – The Stinger family of brands made a commanding impression at this year’s CMA Expo in Toronto, with an impressive presence that showcased innovation, performance, and dealer support. Front and center at the booth was Matthew Palumbo from Stinger, who engaged with Canadian retailers and guided them through an elaborate display packed with the company’s top-selling gear and exciting new additions.
The New AudioControl Altitude Series amplifiers drew plenty of attention for their clean design, smart engineering, and impressive sound quality—features that have made them a hit with dealers and installers alike. Joining them this year is the all-new Epic Series, a cost-effective lineup of compact amplifiers designed specifically to help retailers compete with aggressive direct-to-consumer brands. Despite their small footprint, these amps deliver serious performance and value, giving 12-volt pros a powerful new tool in their arsenal.
But it wasn’t just about amplifiers. Canadian distributor GEMSEN expanded its offering of Stinger family brands, now including RaceSport Lighting. The lineup of products, including the impressive new ColorTrail series, offers an eye-catching solution that brings dynamic RGB lighting to any ride and can even be directly controlled from any Stinger HORIZON series head unit. Also added were several new PAC integration modules and harnesses, giving installers even more flexibility when tackling complex vehicle platforms.
One of the standout moments of the Expo was the GEMSEN-sponsored AudioControl/PAC training, which drew a crowd of over 100 attendees, filling the room to standing room only. The session covered integration solutions, new products, and sales strategies, with feedback from dealers overwhelmingly positive. Stinger’s Director of Training, Matthew Palumbo said, “CMA Expo 2025 was a resounding success for Stinger. Foot traffic in the booth was steady and the training sessions were packed beyond capacity. This truly continues to be one of my favorite shows to exhibit and train at, because the attendees are respectful, punctual, engaged, and interested in what we’re training on. The attendees aren’t just coming to the show to get free t-shirts and swag, they’re genuinely there to learn and it absolutely shows.”
Another hot topic at the show was Stinger’s vehicle-specific subwoofer enclosures featuring AudioControl subs. Retailers were especially excited about how these solutions blend OEM fitment with aftermarket sound quality—helping close sales with a cost-effective solution that offers incredible performance.
With its growing lineup, new competitive price points, and unwavering support for the 12-volt community, AudioControl and the broader Stinger family made one thing clear at CMA Expo 2025: they’re not just keeping up—they’re leading the charge.
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