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Celsus UK to Expand Presence at METSTRADE for 2019

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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS (11.18.2019) – Celsus UK will have a larger presence at the 2019 METSTRADE show to present the KICKER marine audio & Dynamat sound and heat control brands.

The UK based distribution company will adopt booth 01-245 in Hall 1; a position double the size of previous years. The event takes place in Amsterdam’s RAI from 19th

Celsus UK Managing Director Paul Baker (R) and Mike Keenan hold Dynamat and Kicker Marine products they will display at the Metstrate Show

21st November and is the central gathering for the marine equipment industry.

Visitors to the Celsus stand have the chance to learn all about premium performance marine audio from U.S manufacturers KICKER. The range of premium 12v audio equipment from the Oklahoma based manufacturer is the perfect balance of marine engineering, sound quality and value. From source units to speakers, amplifiers and subwoofers KICKER bring an exciting new dimension to the marine entertainment segment, and live by the mantra #GoOverboard! Visitors to the booth will gain insight into the brand’s expanding range of source units for 2020/21. A much anticipated group of products which will contain leading edge features in line with consumer demands including NMEA compatibility.

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Recent growth of KICKER in the European market since its introduction at METS 2018 is something the company wish to build on by developing further distributor and OEM relationships

“We are excited to expand our presence at what will be our 6th METS. We believe we have a unique proposition with KICKER and DYNAMAT in what they currently offer and future product roadmap. Both products have been very well received in the market and our search for prospective new partnerships continues” Paul Baker, Managing Director, Celsus UK.

On booth 01-245 visitors will also discover DYNAMAT, a range of acoustic and thermal control materials that address common noise and heat problems on board all manner of vessels. DYNAMAT products will help control noise from vibration, conducted noise and audio/ sound migration as well as insulate areas to help create a more enjoyable environment on-board. The unique DYNABOX speaker enclosure will be a focus for demonstrations.

The knowledgeable Celsus team will be on hand to answer technical questions alongside marine industry specialist Adrian Gray and KICKER Marine brand manager Jeremy Bale.

For further information, contact marketing@celsusgroup.net or visit Hall1 Stand 01-245.

Rockford Fosgate Introduces New PRIME R2 Amplifiers

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TEMPE, AZ (11.18.2019) – Rockford Fosgate has announced the new PRIME R2 line of amplifiers that includes multiple models for system design flexibility. With MSRP ranging from $169.99 to $379.99, the R2 amplifiers will begin shipping in December 2019.

“Many of the design innovations that we’ve developed over the years, from how to deal with heat to maximizing the efficiency of the power supply, have made their way into these new R2 amplifiers,” explained Jake Braaten, Rockford Vice President of New Product Development and Engineering.

“We also included smart features like our C.L.E.A.N. technology for fast and accurate setup. Overall it’s a line that is high quality and affordable.”

The new Prime Amplifier display in the Rockford Fosgate North Hall Booth at SEMA 2019. Image from Concept470. Instagram @concept470

The R2 amplifiers are all extremely efficient because of their class D technology which reduces demand on the vehicles electrical system. They also incorporate the unique P.O.W.E.R supply which continues to generate more than rated power as the voltage increases and are equipped with auto-sense turn on for more installation options. The mono amps and 5-channel model include a variable infrasonic filter as well as a remote level control that allows for fine tuning the bass and adjustment to the desired music level.

For more information and complete specifications please use the links below.

PRIME R2 Models include:

  • R2-200X2 | 200 Watt 2-Channel Amplifier 
  • R2-300X4 | 300 Watt 4-Channel Amplifier 
  • R2-500X4 | 500 Watt 4-Channel Amplifier 
  • R2-750X5 | 750 Watt 5-Channel Amplifier 
  • R2-250X1 | 250-Watt Mono Amplifier 
  • R2-500X1 | 500-Watt Mono Amplifier 
  • R2-750X1 | 750-Watt Mono Amplifier 
  • R2-1200X1 | 1200-Watt Mono Amplifier 
  • 1 Year Warranty

Visit rockfordfosgate.com for more.

Nakamichi Announces Successful SEMA Showing

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.15.2019) – Nakamichi Car Audio has announced a successful showing a the recently completed SEMA Show held November 5-8 in Las Vegas, NV.

L to R: Guillermo Mendez, Diplomat Trading; Kiyokazu Igarashi, President Nakamichi Japan; Robin McNeal, National Sales Manager-Nakamichi Car Audio; and Sheamson Yeo, Nakamichi Director of Worldwide Sales.

Earlier this year Nakamichi Car Audio announced a return to the U.S Market through an exclusive agent, Diplomat Trading. More recently, Diplomat appointed Robin McNeal as the National Sales Manager for the U.S. Domestic Market. “Last week’s SEMA Show was the first time many of the reps and potential customers has seen the Nakamichi products in person,” noted McNeal.

Hot items included the Nakamichi NA3605 double DIN multi-media player that contains both Android Auto and Apple Car Play, NDS6120 stand-alone Digital Signal Processor and ND790 car DVR 7-inch rear view mirror monitor.

NA3605 Double DIN Touch Screen
6.8-inch capacitive screen
Android Auto voice control for Google maps
Apple CarPlay with Siri for real time directions
HD DVD media player
High power 4x50W
MSRP: $469.95

NDS6120 Stand-alone Digital Signal Processor
6-in/12-out
31-band parametric EQ
Optional Bluetooth module
Optional wired controller with 2-inch OLED screen
MSRP: $659.95

ND790 Rear View Mirror Monitor
7-inch touch screen with intuitive interface
Front and rear cameras
1080P resolution
Starlight Night Vision
MSRP: $219.95

“We had a very busy booth for 4-days and now we begin with post show follow-up,” McNeal said. “In just over 60 days we will be right back here in the North Hall for CES.”

Visit www.nakamichicaraudio.com for more.

AudioControl Shined at SEMA Show

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SEATLLE, WA (11.15.2019) – AudioControl has returned from a wildly successful exhibition at the 2019 SEMA show in Las Vegas. SEMA showcases the best and brightest from the automotive aftermarket, and AudioControl’s booth in the North Hall was ground zero for the finest audio products at the event. AudioControl and Mobile Solutions also hosted an after-hours training event, the fourth consecutive year that the companies have collaborated, that was filled to capacity at the Orleans Hotel.

“The facility at the Orleans worked out very well for our co-hosted event—we were able to accommodate more than 150 attendees in a classroom-style setting in addition to seating for casual conversation and networking,” stated Chris Bennett, National Sales Director – Mobile at AudioControl. Bennett opened the event by welcoming everyone to the expansive taco bar, then turned it over to National Sales Trainer Matthew Palumbo for some valuable insights on new AudioControl products before all eyes and ears were tuned to a Mobile Solutions Fabrication Demo with Bryan Schmitt, Gary Bell and Chris Pate. Nearly all of the event attendees remained long past the training and enjoyed the after-hours festivities and camaraderie until closing. “AudioControl and Mobile Solutions thank all who attended and are already planning next year’s event, so we encourage our dealers to mark their calendars—see you in 2020!”

AudioControl Showcases New 5-Channel Amplifiers
Two new 5-channel amplifiers from AudioControl both offer 125 watts X4-channels RMS at 4-Ohm (200watts RMS X4 at 2-Ohm) and 500 watts X1-channel at 2-Ohm along with eight speaker level inputs with selectable summing capability. The D-5.1300 delivers onboard DSP control of all amplified outputs and a pair of low-level outputs as well. The DSP interface is managed by the highly intuitive DM Smart App designed for all of AudioControl’s DSP amplifiers. The LC-5.1300 offers the same outstanding specs and performance without the DSP features.

OEM integration with two new Load Generating Devices (LGD)
Most new vehicles use a class D amplifier platform in their factory sound systems. These amplifiers can become unstable when they are connected to aftermarket audio equipment, causing system noise and overall compatibility issues. In order to maximize the upgrade opportunity for 12-volt retailers, AudioControl engineers created the LGD series of solutions, which seamlessly interfaces these newer OEM systems with aftermarket amplifiers. The AudioControl AC-LGD20 was designed specifically for Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and Maserati audio systems without an amplifier. The AC-LGD60 provides interface capability for these same vehicles that feature audio systems with an amplifier.

DM-RTA
The AudioControl DM-RTA is a sophisticated yet compact audio analyzer containing powerful analysis software designed to provide installers with the features of a fully functioning Oscilloscope, Voltage Meter, Real Time Audio Analyzer (RTA), SPL Meter and Polarity Checker. Because installers are often on-the-go and in cramped spaces when building a car audio system, the DM-RTA was designed to be light weight, compact and durable. Input/output options are staggering, including balanced XLR inputs, phono and RCA style unbalanced inputs as well as speaker level inputs designed to make OEM audio system interface a snap. Digital audio output options include Optical, COAX and USB. The DM-RTA is powered by a 5-hour rechargeable battery so that it can be effortlessly deployed anywhere.

Visit audiocontrol.com for more.

OPTIMA Searches for the Ultimate Aussie Street Car

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA (11.15.2019) – The OPTIMA search for Australia’s Ultimate Street Car will go down at Calder Park, Melbourne Australia on November 16 and 17.

The Aussie OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car (OSUSC) event is modeled after the American OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Invitational (OUSCI) which is held each year in Las Vegas. Both events aim to discover the best all around street car in terms of performance, fit and finish, engineering, and comfort.

OUSCI contestants build their cars with corner-carving semi-slick tires, forged three-piece wheels, exotic suspension, wild aerodynamics, and injected powerplants. First-gen Camaros, aero-laden Corvettes, off-tap Mitsubishi Evos, Dodge Vipers, BMW M5s, and ground-hugging pick-ups are just a few examples of the vehicles you may see at the event!

The Aussie OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car (OSUSC) competition is broken down into several disciplines including a Motorkhana, a time trial on the race circuit, drag racing, and a go-to-whoa-style competition called Speed Stop. OSUSC classes include Classic (1989 or earlier), Modern (post-1990), Fast Four (turbo and aspirated, all-wheel-drive, rotary or three-cylinder), and SUV/4×4.

Wayne Harris picture at LAX on Tuesday evening November 12th as he prepared to catch a 15 hours flight to Melbourne.

Although the focus of the event is to drive your car to its limits, there will also be a static car show and a Sound and Vision competition.

The dB Drag Racing Association (dBDRA) will be officiating the car stereo contest at the event. The dBDRA offers five different formats of competition, including dB Drag Racing, Bass Race, Psychlone, Top Dog, and Bagger Beatz! Each format is further divided into various classes based on the sound equipment installed and the extent to which vehicle modifications have been made. The dBDRA will be represented by judges from Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United States. The entry fee for the sound competition is $20.

While class winners get a trophy to take home, the overall winner of the Australian Ultimate Street Car competition scores a trip to Las Vegas OUSCI event and SEMA.

Let’s get ready for Australia’s Ultimate Street Car, at Calder Park, Melbourne, on November 16 and 17. Visit driveusca.com/optima-au/ for more information.

Visit dbdragracing.com for more information on the car stereo competition.

Radenso Radar Announces “Theia” Radar Detector

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CINCINNATI, OH (11.14.2019) – Radenso Radar has announced their new halo product “Theia,” the world’s first and only radar detector that uses artificial intelligence.

Powered by “Rai,” Radenso’s patent pending AI “electronic warfare” platform, Theia is the first detector in the world to completely eliminate false alerts from vehicle safety systems such as blind spot monitors and radar cruise control. Theia also delivers desirable features such as directional arrows, a premium metal case, WiFi/Bluetooth connectivity, and another world first: the ability to specifically identify police radar guns by name.

“We are doubling-down on the radar detector category,” President and CEO Jonathan Dandrow states. “Our multi-million dollar investment in this project, including the construction of a complete microwave R&D lab in Cincinnati, demonstrates the lengths we are willing to go to create the best products and innovate in the field we are deeply passionate about. We appreciate our retailers and partners that have helped us grow, and we look forward to supporting them for the long run with this new platform and our expanded engineering capabilities.”

In addition to providing Theia with the most sensitivity of any radar detector in the world, another benefit of using artificial intelligence is rapid updates. Radenso states that if a new “false positive” radar emitter is found, the AI can be “trained” to filter it out in less than one hour. This speed of updates is revolutionary; currently humans must try to filter false alerts with complicated mathematical algorithms that take months or years to develop. Dandrow points out that this is a bonus for installing dealers, who no longer will have to worry if a car’s safety systems will interfere with the customer’s new radar detector.

Theia will be shipping in 2020.

Visit radenso.com for more.

Ricky Smith’s Audio Tent Sale & Cruise In

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LAFAYETTE, LA (11.14.2019) – The second annual Tent Sale and Cruise In drew cars, Jeeps, trucks and a Sling Shot to the Ricky Smith’s Audio parking lot on Saturday, November 9th.

Event signage grabbed attention from the busy Johnson Street thoroughfare.

“The weather was perfect. The deals we had in place were smoking. We had quite a selection of vehicles in the lot of the shopping center. A really unique older Ford pickup, Charger, Mustang and a Sling Shot were attention getters. The Sling Shot highlighted a recent installation we did with 4 speakers, amp and head unit. All could hear the Sling Shot across the parking lot” Alan Benit stated.

This unique highly customized pickup is thought to be a Ford.

The large custom Ricky Smith’s Audio tent attracted attention from the busy Johnson Drive in front of the shopping center.

This SlingShot, that had a recent extensive audio upgrade at Ricky Smith’s, rocked with its owner.

Ricky Smith’s Audio is a MESA member and utilized their ever growing email database to deliver information about the promotion. Benit offered “It was very good to see people come into the store with our Tent Sale and Cruise In promo on their phones. We sold a number of the bass packages we featured on the email.”

While the event was successful, the Alabama-LSU game that started at 2:30 on Saturday afternoon definitely slowed activity at the event.

For more see @rickysmithsaudio on Instagram.

Fortin Releases New EVO 4 SERIES RF Solutions

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MONTREAL, QUEBEC (11.14.2019) – Fortin has introduced its new EVO 4 SERIES RF solutions. EVO 4 SERIES lineup includes 3 1-way or 2-way FM 433 MHz RF kits, all supplied with two controllers, a Fortin FMH Antenna and an antenna cable.

The RFK411 RF kit includes two RM411 1-button 1-way remotes that cover 2,000 feet (600 meters). The RFK441 RF kit includes two RM411 4-button 1-way remotes that cover 2,800 feet (850 meters). Finally, the RFK442 RF kit includes two 4-button 2-way remotes that cover 3,000 feet (915 meters).

Fortin Electronic Systems is a world-leading developer and manufacturer of integrated consumer solutions for vehicle control and connectivity.

Visit www.fortin.ca to discover more remote starter, immobilizer bypass and security system solutions or contact us at sales@fortin.ca to receive additional information about our products and solutions.

IASCA Enters a New Chapter with Travis Chin at the Helm

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DAYTONA BEACH, FL (11.13.2019) – IASCA Worldwide President Paul Papadeas announced today that the Premier Sound-off Association is changing hands in ownership.

Long time IASCA competitor, Certified Judge, Judge Trainer and Event Producer Travis Chin assumes the mantle as leader of the car audio marketing organization formed in 1987.

Travis Chin

“Travis has been a competitor since 1994, and is an IASCA Certified Judge and Judge Trainer, participating and producing events nationally and traveling, training IASCA Judges internationally,” said Papadeas. “He has demonstrated the posture of a leader and a professional, befitting of the industry’s premier Sound-off organization, and is well respected among his peers.”

“Having been involved with IASCA for close to 20 years and in the last decade as its Director, the feeling is bittersweet, but I’m very excited for the future of the organization under Travis’ leadership” said Moe Sabourin, Director of Operations for IASCA Worldwide. “I’m quite confident that Travis, along with IASCA’s group of colleagues nationwide and internationally, will keep the IASCA mission moving forward. We at the current IASCA office will work closely with Travis and his team to make the transition as seamless as possible.”

“I’m excited to take over the IASCA mission” said Travis Chin, “it’s been one of my passions for a long time. Over the next several weeks, I plan to work with Moe and Kim Sabourin to become acclimated. I look forward to upholding the principles and traditions that IASCA has established over the last 32 years. I will also enjoy connecting with industry leaders and work with the other associations to further the promotional efforts that are most important to the industry.”

Papadeas commented, “Throughout the last three decades, industry has benefitted in many ways from Sound-off events; they are the best grass roots efforts to promote consumer exposure and are worthy of manufacturer support. At this phase of my career after close to 50 years, I feel it important to pass the association on to a new generation, to a person as passionate about our industry as I have been; Travis is that person. I personally implore all car audio manufacturers and enthusiasts to support Travis in IASCA’s continuing mission.”

“I would like to thank all the competitor, dealer and industry supporters, as well as our international affiliate nations, for their commitment to IASCA during our tenure” Papadeas continued to say, “It has been an honor to serve you for close to 20 years.”

Official transfer of IASCA ownership will take place December 1st, 2019.

For more info on IASCA Worldwide, contact Travis Chin at travis@iasca.com, Moe Sabourin at moe@iasca.com or Kim Sabourin at memberservices@iasca.com.