CITY OF COMMERCE, CA (10.26.2020) – Massive Audio has released the new Drago DP10K Amplifiers for 2020.
Want to crank it up to 11, here is your chance with DRAGO SERIES Amplifiers. The Massive Audio DP10K Digital Amplifier solves the problem of powering those megawatt Subwoofers so they can achieve max SPL without straining. The DP10K is an all-Digital, Ultra-High-Speed Switching, Mono Block “Monster” with rated power of 5,000 Watts RMS that can achieve a true output of 5,600 Watts RMS @ 1 ohm @ 16V.
Chuck Kenney, National Sales Manager, holds the new Massive Audio Drago DP10K Amplifier.
The first impression is that this is one rugged yet beautiful crafted Amplifier! Upon further inspection you will realize how compact this powerhouse really is, this amplifier measures in at only 3.07” x 9.11” x 13.07”. You will also notice the twin full time exhaust fans that insure this “Firebreather” is always running cool.
We ensure your system is protected with our 6 Way Protection circuit including an LED Clip indicator to correctly match the Gain and RCA inputs. Additionally, adjustable Hi Pass and Low Pass crossovers along with a parametric equalizer with a variable 0-10dB bass boost allow for complete control. Another unique feature is our “Flat” mode switch enabling you to bypass any sound coloration for testing and comparison purposes.When utilizing an electronic crossover, like the Massive TRI-XO, in combination with the FLAT setting on the amplifier this allows you to bypass all equalization on the amp and utilize the signal input from the electronic crossover. This eliminates the cumbersome task of configuring multiple settings on the amp and crossover.
BOCA RATON, FL (10.26.2020) – WeConekt has announced they are joining forces with Air Associates, a sales representative firm – representing some of the top car audio brands in the New England Territory.
“We wanted to partner with WeConekt because we saw that they could be a valuable resource for our dealers with their deep understanding of our market and their wide range of services,” said Art Rickless , President of Air Associates.
WeConekt offers a variety of services that include business consulting and marketing – their first approach is not to try and sell the client any particular service, but to get a 360 view of the company and then offer only what is needed. All plans are highly specialized to each client
Now is the right time for partnering with Air Associates as more eyes are online than ever. It is imperative for dealers to have a strong online presence with an updated website, active social media and more.
“We are excited to be working with 12 Volt dealers in the New England territory, as we feel this is a greatly underrepresented category online in today’s world of consumer brands. We recognize that dealers are busy and do not have time to focus on next leveling their companies and performing critical marketing functions,” said Risa Schultz, SVP of WeConekt.
WeConekt is offering dealers a FREE 1 hour consult to discuss challenges and offer solutions. Please contact WeConekt directly or through Air Associates to set up a time.
SHREVEPORT LA (10.24.20) WTF…Win This Friday. Audio Source Inc, with stores in Columbus and Greenwood IN, won the KICKER Prize on Friday, October 23rd.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Eleven months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
On Friday morning, October 23rd, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 99th time and the Wheel landed on the KICKER space. The Audio Source Inc slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. We called and Matt Murray was very happy to hear the news. He enjoys seeing the 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel posts. A Kicker Bluetooth Speaker will be headed their way.Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.
12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, Cadence, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit and ZZ2. 12volt News $100. cash awards have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for a winning 12volt retailer.
Past winners of the 12volt Spin-To-Win include…Stereo & Video Center-Tyler TX, The Outlaw Garage-Franklin TN, Exotic Sounds-West Palm Beach FL, Endless Possibilities-Aurora IL., Go Auto Sound in Union City NJ, Al&Ed’s South Bay CA, No Limitz Car Audio in Upland CA, Neil’s Specialty-Eureka CA, Sturgess Customs-Lexington SC, Audio By Art-San Antonio TX, SMS Car Audio in Marreo LA and Sweet Wheelz in Mississauga Ontario Canada, Cartronics in Biscayne FL, The CarAudio Shop in St Louis MO, Exotic Sounds in West Palm Beach FL, High North Customs in Grand Prairie Alberta Canada and AMS Audio in Bakersfield CA, Team QRT in Abbeyville LA and California Sound in Fontana CA and Jackie Cooper Electronics, Oklahoma City OK, MARS Audio-Orlando FL, All American Audio in Nutley NJ, Proline Car Stereo in Brooklyn NY, Custom Shop Miami, Tunes and Tint in Lakeland FL, Mobile Concepts Inc in Mokena IL, Seismic Auto Sound in Concord CA, Brooklyn Car Audio in Brooklyn NY, Audio Solutions in Florence MS, Enhanced Customs in Largo FL, Rayco Auto Clinic, Audio Design in San Jose CA, Go Bass Mode in Florida, Avenue Sound in Freeport NY, Audio Plus in Riverview FL, Stereo Zone in Whittier CA, In-Phase Car Audio in Omaha NE, AutoLife Group, N&H Electronics, SK Customs, Land & Sea, The Audio One, NC Custom Shop,Tint World Orlando, Ricky Smith’s Audio, VIP Custom Woks, Mobile Audio Concepts, Audio Lad, Sound Sensations, Dave’s Stereo, Stereo Design, Badlands Customs, Custom Audio-Erie PA, Voltz Autosports-Bridgeport CT, Infinity Sound and Security-Kissimmee, Autosport Plus-Canton OH, Stereo City Pros in Carmichael CA, Devine Concepts in Naples FL, The Sound Shop in Indian Trail NC, Extreme Performance Audio in Fresno CA, Audio Depot in Arlington TX, Audio Security in Houston TX, Earmark Car Audio and Marine in Lewisville TX, Audio Jam in Bear DE, Stereo City Ontario, Ontario CA, Audio By Art, San Antonio TX, Code Zero Customs in Tulsa OK, Ken’s Car Tunes in Mobile AL, Soundz Plus in Naperville IL, Markland Designs in Lithonia GA, Electronics Plus in Salinas CA, Xtreme Autosports in Santa Clarita CA, Superior Audio Sounds in San Angelo TX and Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Texas Dreamz Customs in Spring TX, Wired Electronics in Linden NJ and Intense Car Audio in OKC, OK, Underground Auto in Sarasota FL, Car Toys Tulsa in Tulsa OK, Real Audio in Erie PA, Go Autosound in Union NJ, DFM Stereo in Ukiah CA, Impact Tint and Audio in Tyler TX, Mobile Sound Systems in Arlington TX, Redline Audio and Performance In Spindale NC, Car Audio Land in San Diego CA, Audio X Custom Car Audio in Florence AL, River Oaks Car Stereo in Houston TX, American Radio Orlando in Sanford FL, Illustrious Customs in Woodbridge VA, Remote Start Pros in Lawrence MA, HiPro Audio in Victoria TX and AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, October 30th.
METAIRIE, LA (10.23.2020) -Oracle Lighting has announced that for the second year in a row, founder Justin Hartenstein has been named a finalist for the prestigious SEMA Gen-III Innovator of the Year. Hartenstein was also a 2019 finalist.
“Once again, it is truly an honor to be nominated for an award that recognizes hard work and innovation in such a large and dynamic industry,” said Hartenstein, who founded Oracle Lighting in his garage in 1999.
Justin Hartenstein
One of just two individual awards that the SEMA organization presents each year, the Gen-III innovator is an honor given to a young innovator who exhibits the same pioneering spirit as the original industry founders. According to SEMA, the Gen-III Innovator of the Year recognizes individuals whose work is changing the way the automotive aftermarket does business. He or she may have been the first to act on a new trend, invented an original product or devised and implemented ideas that better suit the current automotive marketplace.
When the Coronavirus pandemic first began, as for many other manufacturers, demand began to decrease as the economy slowed. Being the innovator that he is, Hartenstein pivoted and redirected his energy into an anti-virus device utilizing UV lighting technology. The result was the A.I.R. Device (Antimicrobial Irradiation Respirator), the world’s first UV face mask. The Ultraviolet Irradiation produced from specialized UV-C LEDs protects the user wearing the A.I.R. by inactivating bacteria, pathogens, and viruses- including COVID-19. This multi-patent pending innovation has gained global attention for its unique and effective anti-viral design.
Besides being a trend-setter, enthusiast, and innovator, Hartenstein is also an advocate for the automotive lighting aftermarket, making him an excellent candidate for this award. He sees the challenges that are taking a toll on the aftermarket lighting industry such as overseas counterfeiting. After months of working with foreign courts, attorneys, private investigators, and other authorities in China, Hartenstein filed and won legal action against an underground counterfeit factory ring in China that has repeatedly violated not only the Intellectual Property of ORACLE Lighting but of a half dozen other SEMA manufacturers. He hopes to use this experience to create a roadmap for other SEMA manufacturers to follow in order to receive relief from the damage caused by illicit counterfeiting in the industry.
According to the SEMA360 website, with the 2020 SEMA Show live event in Las Vegas not taking place and the industry recognizing the need for a viable marketplace during these challenging times, SEMA360 was created. As an online ecommerce solution taking place Nov. 2-6, 2020, SEMA360 focuses on manufacturer/attendee/media relationships, new product introductions, project vehicle debuts, industry-leading education and unparalleled networking opportunities. SEMA360 will leverage the association’s exclusive manufacturer and attendee databases and media partnerships to provide participants with the best online experience and maximum value.
TORONTO, CANADA (10.23.2020) – The Wednesday evening EP5. Connected CMA LIVE, October 21st, featured some of the biggest brands in the remote car starter business. Brand representatives shared information highlighting the latest and greatest technology available in the marketplace today.
Jeff Bates from Lockdown Security helped co-host the podcast bringing with him over 20 years of experience as an installer and successful retailer.
The remote starter industry was well represented on the podcast by key brands and professionals including Alan Birce from VOXX/Directed Canada, JP Raymond of Fortin, Joe Dentamaro of VOXX Electronics and finally Phil Camirand of Automobility.
“Make sure to check out this episode and stay connected with all things remote starter related” stated Frank Spezzano, President Canadian Mobile Audio.
STILLWATER, OK (10.23.2020) – KICKER watched some of its 24 authorized installers, retailers and sales professionals from the “Top 50” list earn a spot in this year’s “Top 12 Finalists” for the 2020 Industry Awards, as determined by the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA).
According to the MEA press release, some of the award categories are decided solely on industry votes. The final awards will be announced at the Mobile Electronics Industry Awards celebration during the virtual KnowledgeFest trade show and conference Dec. 4-6.
Winners at this stage also qualify as semifinalists for the top honors of Retailer-of-the-Year, Installer-of-the-Year and Sales Pro-of-the-Year.
Top 12 KICKER Retailer finalists: Mobile Toys – College Station, TX Absolute Electronix – Rockville, MD Car-Tunes – Greenville, MS Showtime Audio – Chicago, IL
Top 5 KICKER Sales Professionals finalist: Jim Skaggs – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX
Top 12 KICKER Installer finalists: Justin Kush – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX Matt Vowell – Mobile Toys Inc. – College Station, TX Dean Beyett – Five Star Car Stereo – Clearwater, FL Dalton Trainer – Car-Tunes, Inc. – Greenville, MS
The complete list of winners is posted at the official Industry Awards website, meindustryawards.com.
JACKSONVILLE, NC (10.22.2020) – Street Sounds and Tint offers consumers in the area a wide selection of mobile electronics, lighting, wheels and tint with expert installation. When consumers enter the store they immediately see the broad selection of products in the well merchandised showroom.
The Street Sounds building in Jackson NC is slightly elevated and has a lot of visibility from the street.
Nick Baxter, Store Manager, related to 12volt News “Business has been so strong the last several months. When customers come into the store they immediately see our wide selection of products and want to know what will work best in their car, truck, boat or UTV. Inventory availability has been challenging but we stay on top of it and turn our inventory.”
The wide selection of products offered grabs customers attention when they enter the showroom.
Reese Helms, Eastern NC/SC Territory Manager for area distributor Shiflet & Dickson, recently sent several images to the 12volt News showing the Street Sounds showroom. “Street Sounds is doing a great job in their market and are a super partner with Shiflet and Dickson. JVC is a strong line for their store and we work together for inventory during this COVID-19 time. Hurricane Florence did a lot of damage to their building and the showroom was totally remodeled. The Street Sounds showroom layout is one of the best I have seen.”
12volt products and window tint are spotlighted on this wall.
Continuing, Baxter offered “Hurricane Florence in 2018 did so much damage to our building. We were able to remodel and now the showroom and installation areas are better than ever. Resurfacing the parking lot will have to wait until some major street work is completed in front of the store.”
This ‘54 Chevy parked on the lot grabs many eyeballs from the Street.
In addition to showroom images Helms sent an image of a ’54 Chevy parked at the store. Classic vehicles parked on the store lot also grab eyeballs from the street.
A wide selection of detailing products are offered. Check out the diamond plate accents on the wall.
Concluding ,Baxter said “We had a recent cold snap and now remote start interest has joined Apple CarPlay as a hot category in our store.”
COATESVILLE, PA (10.22.2020) – The MES FAMILY which is the latest association for the mobile electronics & aftermarket industry whose mission is to engage industry members with more education, training and the latest assets to help improve their job duties, business and overall sales performance – announces the current board of directors.
The MES FAMILY Directors of the Board appointed are as follows:
Ata Ehdaivand –Director -Absolute Electronix, Rockville, MD.
Eric M. Carter – President- MES Family & Modern Media Geeks – Formerly of Cartronix, Tinley Park, IL.
Ron Hoser – CEO- Tier One Motoring, West Chester, PA.
Ethan Blau – Director of Media & Member Relations – Sound Wave Customs- Virginia Beach, VA.
Shaughnessy Murley- Technical Director – Visions Electronics, Red Deer, AB.
Jon Dewar – Chairman – Modern Media Geeks, St. Marys, GA.
Contributing Board Members:
Christopher McNulty- Kingpin Car & Marine Audio, Las Vegas, NV. Formerly of Driven Mobile Electronics, Chantilly, VA.
James Smith- Board Member- Act Audio, Vernon, CT.
Andrew Evens- Board Member- FabricatedLV, Las Vegas, NV. Formerly of Industry Auto
Brian Hampson- Board Member- Stereo West Autotoys, Omaha, NE.
Steven Cote’- Board Member- Eastern Regional Sales Manager at JVC Electronics- Stoneham, MA.
Mobile Electronics Syndicate Facebook Group Administrators:
All the above plus the amazing following people:
Christopher Pate- Mobile Toys Inc. & MTI Acoustics, College Station, TX.
Ashley Lampley- ABC Automotive Electronics, Elk Grove Village, IL.
Dean Beyett- 5 Star Car Stereo & Smash Force Productions, Clearwater, FL.
Kevin Juarez- Sonic Sound, Arlington, VA.
“Our new MES family board members are dedicated to our industry and work in it every day. With all of their knowledge and experience it is a winning solution for business owners, salespeople, technicians and of course our amazing vendors who have joined the family.”
Ata Ehdaivand – Director
“Thank you for checking out the MES Family. I am beyond excited to think of where this group came from and where it is going. The growth that we have experienced is largely due to the team that we have surrounded ourselves with. If you have participated in the FB group, you have probably already learned from the broad experience and knowledge that the team brings to the community. But wait… there is more. Expect us to keep delivering new content and services that benefit our members and showcase our sponsors. Be well!”
Ron Hoser- CEO
“We are very pleased with all of the vendors, manufactory’s and of course our amazing group of board members that have connected with us and have decided to be part of our family and help our industry members grow and prosper”
Eric M. Carter- President
“I am beyond excited to see where this next chapter takes the MES Family as well as our dedicated group of beyond talented and versatile board members as well as our very supporting Vendors/manufacturers and our heart and soul of the group; the 12 volt retailers, Technicians, fabricators and the alike. Our goal is to help make each one of you better, more informed, your workloads less stressful and more streamlined as well as grow this industry and what we can provide collectively as a whole. We hope you see the value in MES and decide to sign up to become a member or sponsor and a part of the MES Family. “
Ethan Blau- Director of Media & Membership Relations
“I am looking forward to helping where I can, to help improve the level of technician knowledge with the MES Family. It is an honor to be on the board with such great people.”
Shaughnessy Murley- Technical Director
“I look forward to working with our new team of board members of the MES Family, we are confident that our board is equipped to guide us into a future that continues and strengthens all parts of the industry” Jon Dewar – Chairmen
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ALBERTVILLE, AL (10.21.2020) – Each year the Sand Mountain Reporter reaches out to readers for the newspaper’s Annual Best of the Best campaign. Extreme Concepts earned the Readers’ Choice Best of the Best Award in 2020. Extreme Concepts has earned the Best of the Best award since the Sand Mountain Reporter started the campaign in 2013.
The Sand Mountain Reporter is based in Albertville ,AL. The city has a population of just shy of 22,000 residents and is located between Birmingham and Huntsville, AL.
Extreme Concepts Team members Chance Engle, Rocky Peek and Michael Swinford (LtoR) with their Best of the Best 2020 Award banner.
The Extreme Concepts Team made an Instagram post with their Best of the Best Award banner recently. That post grabbed eyeballs in the 12volt Central Studios which led to this article. The area 12volt retailer stocks a wide variety or 12volt products for car, marine and Powersports including Memphis Audio, JL Audio, JBL and Pioneer. Wheels, tint,lift kits, lighting and paint are also offered.
Best of the Best Award banners from previous years are displayed on the showroom walls.
The Instagram post with the Team and banner featured a large eye-catching Extreme Concepts graphic in the background. Turns out the graphic is painted on the rollup door that leads from the showroom to the installation bay. The graphic was painted freehand by a local artist.
Vickers AV is a key supplier for Extreme Concepts. Vickers AV commented on the Instagram post “That’s great. You guys deserve it!”
The large company sign grabs driver’s attention in front of the store.
A representative at the Sand Mountain Reporter offered “When I need anything done to my car I definitely take it to Extreme Concepts.”
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