GASTONIA, NC (03.14.25) – Make your plans to attend the 2025 Shiflet & Dickson 70th Anniversary Dealer Show. The event kicks off Saturday night at 7pm for a party with food and drinks at the Marriott Courtyard in Gastonia. Sunday is the show day that runs from 9AM until 5PM with over 40 brands represented. There will be lunch on Sunday from 11AM until 2PM.

Shiflet & Dickson’s David Holland stated “This will be our 33rd dealer show and our company’s 70th anniversary! Many dealers have not had the ability to go to a show recently to see the newest 12volt products. With vendor motorcycles, side by sides and pickups in the house we plan on letting our customers hear what these products sound like in a real world setting…. other than a YouTube video on a smartphone or laptop.”

Continuing “We will also have a raffle program in place for the day. Dealers making purchases can stock up and earn raffle tickets for credit on their purchases. With a week to go we have right at 125 people preregistered to attend.”

“PowerBass is bringing a loaded bike from DK Electronics to highlight the new amps and Pro Audio speakers. This new build by Dan will certainly grab attention” Jeff Falk, National Sales Manager, commented.

“MAXPro is always super excited for Shiflet’s Spring Show. We are looking to discussing our new MaxIR and really digging into the benefits of adding PPF with Shiflet’s dealers this year” Allison Parker stated.

“We are looking forward to a big turnout and spreading the Linkswell word to Shiflet’s customers” Mike Colundja, MC Sales who will be on site, offered.

Concluding Holland stated “Our show is like having our large family come into our facility for a large get together. We also have many of our vendors that have offered us special discounts before and after the show to make our dealers more profitable on their sales floors. We look forward to seeing our extended family on Saturday and Sunday, March 22nd and 23rd.”

Contact your Shiflet & Dickson inside or outside sales person to make sure you are able to sit down and take advantage of the special pricing being offered for dealers at the show. Contact 800-222-9411 for more.

Stay tuned for more.

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NASHVILLE, TN (03.13.25) – Hertz Marine, the renowned Italian producer of premium marine-grade audio equipment, today announced Capri, the latest addition to its line of marine stereos and the industry’s only unit to be Hi-Res Audio certified.

In a market where boaters invest heavily in amplifiers and speakers, the stereo – or source unit – has long been the weakest link, offering 16-bit/44.1 kHz CD-quality audio at best. Capri solves the performance issues of traditional marine stereos by offering 24 bit/96 kHz playback and an extended audio band up to 40 kHz to support lossless audio. This quality and performance lead Capri to be the only source unit to receive a Hi-Res audio certification, demonstrating its ability to reproduce even subtle details and nuances you’d hear in the recording studio.

Further building on Capri’s ability to maximize performance of a boat’s audio system on all levels, it offers 280 watts of high-fidelity powerwith a built-in amplifier and four zones of independent control each with their own subwoofer and a customizable eight-band digital equalizer (EQ).

“When boaters invest their money in a premium audio experience, they deserve a source unit that stands up to and exceeds their expectations,” said Pietro Pantaleone, president of Elettromedia, the parent company of Hertz. “Capri is our answer to this long-standing industry gap. With Capri, every note, detail and nuance of your favorite music is reproduced with stunning clarity. With independent control over four audio zones, a robust weatherproof design, and a suite of advanced connectivity options, Capri is more than an upgrade—it’s the core to provide boaters the premium audio experience they deserve.”

Designed to be more than a stereo, Capri is the definitive multimedia source unit that completes the premium boat audio ecosystem:

• Bridges the Premium Audio Gap: Designed to complement top-tier marine audio systems, Capri eliminates the weak link in your audio chain, delivering a cohesive, high-fidelity experience.
• Industry-First Hi-Res certification: Capri is the first marine stereo engineered for hi-res performance both wired and wireless, ensuring every musical detail is captured with breathtaking clarity.
• Engineered For Maximum Performance: Built-in Class D amplifier that delivers 280 watts of high-fidelity power to speakers and subwoofers (4 x 70 W RMS @4 ohms). Capri’s use of Class D amplification is particularly beneficial for boater’s as it provides higher efficiency, lower power consumption, reduced heat dissipation, and a compact size.
• Personalized Listening Zones: Four independent audio zones with dedicated subwoofer control and a customizable eight-band digital EQ lets boaters tailor their listening experience to the moment.
• Dynamic Visual Command with Multimedia Support: A 4.3” full-color TFT IPS display provides a better image quality and refresh rate compared to LCD screens. This makes Capri visible even in bright daylight and dimmable for effortless navigation in low-light conditions. Capri is also a true multimedia source unit with video support for external cameras like Hertz’s HM CAM W01.

• Unmatched Durability: With an IP67-rated chassis with ASTM-D4329 standards for UV resistance and ASTM-B117 for salt fog operability, Capri is engineered to perform season after season, no matter the conditions.
• Seamless Connectivity: Enjoy a global AM/FM tuner with Radio Data System (RDS), Weather band, DAB+, Bluetooth 5.1, Aux-In, and USB 2.0—ensuring effortless integration with your devices.

Hertz Marine’s Capri (MSRP: $875.00) is available today. For more information and full product details, visit hertz-audio.com.

TAMPA, FL (03.12.25) – DOW Technologies, the leading independently owned technology distributor, announced today that Jeremy Doran has joined the company as an Account Manager for the 12Volt channel. Mr. Doran brings 30 years of experience in the 12Volt industry, including working at DOW previously.

Doran began his career as an installer after graduating from Mobile Dynamics in 1996. He has continuously expanded his expertise through multiple MECP certifications, ASE A6 certification, and other industry credentials. During his career in retail, he worked every aspect of the business from installation and sales to business management and marketing. Joining DOW originally in 2012, Doran was an account manager on a team that helped DOW grow and expand their 12Volt business. In 2014, Doran joined Stinger as Technical Support eventually becoming the Marketing Manager for the PAC brand. Most recently, Doran was the Operations Manager at Tint World’s corporate office.

“I’m excited to be back with DOW Technologies and to reconnect with our incredible dealers,” stated Doran. “DOW has always been committed to providing the best support and solutions in the industry, and I’m looking forward to contributing to that mission.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Jeremy back to the DOW team,” stated Mike Blackwell, territory manager 12V Southeast & Mid-Atlantic. “His deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience make him a valuable resource for our dealers. Jeremy’s passion for the 12Volt industry and commitment to customer success align perfectly with DOW’s mission to support and grow our partners’ businesses.”

“Jeremy’s extensive background in installation, sales, and marketing brings a unique perspective that will greatly benefit our dealers,” added Dave Elkin, senior vice president, sales and product management. “His return to DOW is a testament to the strength of our team and the opportunities we provide. We’re excited to have him on board and look forward to the positive impact he will have.”

To learn more about DOW Technologies, please visit www.dowtechnologies.com or call 1.800.627.2900.