DALLAS, TX (02.09.22) – Nemesis Audio, maker of competition speakers and amplifiers since 2014 has released three new Models of Marine Amplifiers to its growing lineup of Audio Products. The new series of Amplifiers can be used in Marine applications as well as ATV/UTV Offroad vehicles. Consisting of true RMS Power, the Amplifiers come in a 1CH Monoblock, 4CH, & 5CH Models, and all Models are Class D Amplifiers. All three Models are currently in stock and shipping to Dealers worldwide.
The Models are as follows: NA-MR1000D NA-MR200X4D NA-MR1100X5D
In other NEMESIS AUDIO news, Nemesis has also released a New high-end Full-Range Amplifier (Brazilian Style) which packs 16,000W RMS Power @ 1-OHM. In addition, Nemesis has released 14 new Models of Super Tweeters year to date.
A new 6CH Marine Amplifier is currently under production with a Q4 Release Date set. It’s safe to say, Nemesis has started 2022 with a BANG.
NEW YORK, NY (02.08.22) – The 2022 New York Boat Show was held in the Javits Center January 26th thru 30th under the continuing forecast of snowy weather. In fact heavy snow on Saturday January 25th shut the city, and the show, down.
“In spite of loosing Saturday business we are happy we exhibited at the 2022 New York Boat Show. We have exhibited at the show for a number of years and we communicated with the show organizers that we were hesitant about exhibiting this year. They were very understanding. In fact we made the final decision to exhibit at the show just a week before the event,” Will Sullivan related.
The Proline Car Stereo and Brooklyn Car Audio booth featured live JL Audio and Clarion displays along with products.
Continuing, Sullivan offered, “We had a great location for our 10×30 booth that was scaled down a bit from past years. Our staff of 3 to 4 each day was smaller than the past but overall the show turned out well. There were people from New Jersey, Long Island and the City who were very interested to see new products from JL Audio and Clarion. Having the Clarion brand displayed in the booth provided mid-level price points. The JL Audio M6 and Marine Amplifiers were among take with sales at the show.”
In addition to the onsite sales many contacts were made with some installation appointments set up at the stores.
Boats packed the Javits Center.
In the booth attendees checked out products.
“Being in front of people was so refreshing for our staff and members the crowd also. We had great live product displays in the booth and you saw smiles on peoples faces when they heard the JL Audio and Clarion systems. We are happy we exhibited at this years New York City Boat Show,” Sullivan concluded.
At the door ID’s and vaccination status was checked along with mask requirements. Less that a year ago the Javits Center was actually setup as a military field hospital with beds for hundreds of COVID-19 patients.
SEATTLE, WA (02.08.22) – AudioControl has introduced The Epicenter Micro, an ultra-modernized revision of the legendary Epicenter bass-restoring audio processor. A new and exciting member of The Epicenter family, The Epicenter Micro adds AudioControl’s award-winning OEM integration capability and increased durability from a new form factor that delivers easy-to-use top-mounted controls, providing dealers and installers with the ultimate array of solutions for every project.
Introducing The Epicenter Micro The AudioControl Epicenter Micro represents the ultimate synergy between the bass processing capabilities of the award-winning Epicenter and AudioControl’s best-in-class OEM integration line output technology. Conformal coated for durability against the elements, the Epicenter Micro delivers an ultra-clean signal from even the most challenging factory sound systems to one or more amplifiers, accommodating any system design. And with easily accessible top-mounted controls, perfectly calibrated OEM integration and superb sound quality have never been easier to achieve.
The magic of the feature-rich Epicenter Micro is the patented bass restoration processing that has been adopted by millions of enthusiasts and car audio competitors around the world. Because many late model vehicles are equipped with bass filters built into the signal path, the Epicenter Micro has been engineered to restore the bass signal like no other solution, delivering a full-range listening experience for every installation. To address varying bass levels from song to song, the Epicenter Micro comes with the brand new ACR-4 dual-concentric controller, enabling listeners to adjust both subwoofer levels (inner knob) and Epicenter effect levels (outer knob) all from a single, elegant module.
The Epicenter Micro is an installer-friendly solution, equipped with turn-on trigger modes such as GTOTM Signal Sense (DC offset), audio sense, or remote 12-volt inputs. The AudioControl Epicenter Micro and ACR-4 controller are the ultimate solutions for dealers and installers seeking to deliver superb sound quality and zero-compromise, rock solid bass response for every customer.
The AudioControl Epicenter Micro is available and now shipping to dealers.
Key Solutions for 12V Dealer and Installers AudioControl offers class-leading audio products engineered for car, marine and mobile sports applications, plus ultimate-performance OEM interface solutions that enable 12-volt dealers to upgrade sound systems while keeping the factory in-dash systems in place. These products are vital for automobiles featuring integrated multi-media systems that cannot easily be replaced. For 45 years, AudioControl has established the benchmark for performance and reliability, delivering the 12-volt audio products and support services dealers and installers must have to be successful.
Visit AudioControl at the KnowledgeFest Las Vegas, February 18-20 in Booth 801
HOLLY HILL, FL (02.08.22) – T-Spec by Metra Electronics is shipping new oxygen-free ultra spec copper speaker cable kits, bulk front and rear channel speaker cable spools, a four-way power and ground distribution block, and black nickel finished couplers. These new products expand the brand’s line of premium competition-rated car audio accessories, designed with the finest materials for maximum performance.
OFC Speaker Cable Kits New ultra spec speaker cable kits are designed for installers who want a high-end system with organized, clean wire management, without the hassle of creating their own wire labels. T-Spec’s new kits have oxygen-free copper wiring inside a 20-foot, flexible over-molded braided cable.
They exceed the stringent CEA-2016 specifications for performance and meet BC-5W marine compliance standards, allowing the kits to be used for sound systems beyond car audio, including marine or powersports applications. There is enough heatshrink and ferrules included to split the cable into two sections. The kits come in a 16-gauge, 11 conductor option, the VSW116, or an 18-gauge, 11 conductor option, the VSW1118.
Included in the kits are:
20-foot over-molded braided speaker cable
Outer jacket with heatshrink
Heatshrink wire labels
Red and black ferrules
Braided cable cover
5 pair speaker wire plus 1 remote wire
Front and Rear Channel Bulk OFC Speaker Cables Sold in 250-foot spools, T-Spec’s new flexible 18-gauge, 4 conductor speaker cable is designed with full-spec oxygen-free copper. It is available now in a front channel speaker cable option, the VSWF418-250, and a rear channel speaker cable option, the VSWR418-250.
Power and Ground Distribution Block T-Spec’s newest distribution block, the VBDB4, combines the most practical, sophisticated features in its class with the highest performance on the market to unleash the full power of a car audio system. Premium construction and materials allow for a highly conductive block with 5mm thick solid brass bus bars and a satin gunmetal finish, with dual 0/1 ground inputs to match the dual 0/1 positive inputs.
This block also has a built-in amplification relay for boosting the current rating of the amplifier turn-on wire, distributing it across all four outputs. The four mated outputs group remote, four gauge power, and four gauge ground together for quick identification, and an anti-short sub-cover isolates the returning ground bar and terminals. A Blown Fuse Indicator (BFI) LED light for each circuit indicates which fuse to replace and three rapid replacement spare MANL fuse locations built into the case make replacement simple and easy. A TPE wrapped soft-touch cover completes the high-end look.
VBDB4 Product Specifications:
Dual 0/1 AWG positive in
Dual 0/1 AWG negative in
(4) Mated 4 AWG output sets with remote distribution
Built-in amplification relay for boosting the current rating of the amplifier turn-on wire, distributing it across all 4 outputs
Anti-short sub-cover to isolate the ground bar and terminals
(4) Independently MANL fused positive circuits
Blown Fuse Indicator (BFI) LED for each circuit
(3) Rapid replacement spare MANL fuse locations built inside the case
One tool for hardware installation using T-Spec T20 Torx screws with Gate Lock technology
Satin gunmetal finished 5mm brass bus bars for power and ground distribution
TPE wrapped soft-touch cover with modern aesthetics
MANL fuses are sold separately
Brass Couplers T-Spec’s new couplers are made with solid brass construction and a black nickel finish to look good in any install while meeting the demands of a high-performance system. These couplers are sold as a set of 2 pieces with heatshrink covers and T20 Torx set screws. They are available in a 4 gauge in and 4 gauge out option, the VCP4, or a 0/1 gauge in, 0/1 gauge out option, as the VCP0. These products are all in stock now.
More information can be seen on the T-Spec website at TspecOnline.com.
RENO, NV (02.07.22) – The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross 6-City Series, with 10 races, raced into the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center for Rounds 7 and 8, February 4th and 5th. The Events Center seats 9500 and both Friday and Saturday nights the riders raced to an enthusiastic crowd.
With setup complete Curtis Weethee and Thomas Wing-Nevada Auto Sound, Lorin Morrell-Maddog_Media and Dana Doyle-Doyle Sales Company (L to R) paused for a quick image.
“The KICKER display setup in the lobby area attracted enthusiasts throughout both evenings. The KICKER tents actually overlooked the arena. Dana Doyle, with KICKER area rep firm Doyle Sales Company, was on site both nights and spent time showing KICKER products to members of the crowd with local dealer Nevada Auto Sound Reno. Curtis Weethee, store owner, and Thomas Wing had a lot of face time with members of the crowd,” Lorin Morrell, Maddog_Media who orchestrates KICKER’s presents at the events, stated.
The stands were filled with racing enthusiasts.
Doyle related, “Nevada Auto Sound believes having these events helps their business and they want to participate in upcoming events. They made up KICKER fliers with a 10% discount for customers to come into their store after the event. While in the booth they also visited with old customers.”
Top AMA Pro ArenaCross racers hit the track Friday and Saturday nights.
Continuing, Doyle noted, “Off-roading is big in this part of the US. The KICKER PowerBar really grabbed attention. Also the marine towers. The BullFrog was a product most had not seen and they were amazed at the sound. There is a good chance several people will head to the store with the 10% off coupon to pick up a Bullfrog. It was a great 2-day event for me to spend time with this key dealer and interact with so many consumers.”
Lorin Morrell holds the KICKER BullFrog this lucky lady won for catching the special T-Shirt with the free BullFrog certificate. Her husband, a racer, will enjoy the BullFrog prize too.
“Friday night was a good night and Saturday night was packed. Attendees were very engaged with action on the track. Amateur riders took to the track during the day and pro riders took the track through the evening from 6 until well after 10PM. In addition to the action on the track KICKER T-shirts were fired into the crowd during Pro Race breaks and track maintenance periods. A special T had a certificate wrapped inside for a KICKER BullFrog to be picked up at the KICKER display in the lobby. The lucky lady from the crowd had a big smile when she picked up the BullFrog. In fact, her husband is a racer. The PA system announced the T-Shirt contest and there were people who came to the booth to ask ‘what is a KICKER BullFrog’?” Morrell added.
Concluding, Morrell offered, “The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross got off to a great start in Loveland CO. Successful events in Amarillo, Oklahoma City/Guthrie OK and Greensboro NC preceded Reno. Each event has added excitement to the 2022 Series. Next stop is Denver CO, February 11th and 12th, with Rounds 9 and 10. The KICKER AMA Pro ArenaCross is Livin’ Loud in 2022.”
HEATHROW, FL (02.07.22) – Dual Electronics Corporation has announced that 12Volt industry veteran Clyde Podraza passed away on February 2. Clyde spent more than 25 years in the 12V industry. Starting his career at Motorola, he then moved on to work in executive positions at Panasonic, International Jensen, Recoton, Dual Electronics, and AAMP Global. Clyde was one of the founding partners at Dual Electronics and spent a decade as a top executive there.
Jim Braun, President of Dual Electronics said, “I worked alongside Clyde for almost 20 years. He was a pillar of the 12Volt industry during his time with Jensen and Dual. Clyde was one of the original founders of Dual Electronics, and we would certainly not be where we are today without the monumental efforts and influence Clyde brought to the marketplace.”
Clyde Podraza
Braun added, “More important than this, he was just a genuinely great person. Clyde would do almost anything to help any one of his large network of friends and colleagues. I’m going to miss Clyde, as I know many will.”
Clyde spent the last several years of his career at AAMP Global prior to retiring in 2020. Scott Forst, President and CEO of AAMP Global added, “I personally started at AAMP with Clyde, and I couldn’t have been luckier to learn from such a wonderful and talented person. He spread his knowledge and joy to everyone at AAMP and he will be greatly missed.”
Clyde is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marj, his three grown children and three grandchildren.
VACAVILLE, CA (02.07.22) – ARPA of America has partnered with Ambassador to represent their brands in the southeastern US. These include Zapco Car Audio, the Italian speaker company ESB Audio, Dynaudio Car speakers from Denmark, and the Audio Wave hand crafted amplifiers from England. Ambassador will cover Florida, Georgia, Virginia, Tennessee, and the Carolinas.
“We feel lucky to have found Rick Booth and company available,” said ARPA’s national Sales Manager Scott Welch, “Rick and Joel Maldonado both have tons of experience with over 20 years in the industry. Rick started as an installer in 1984, repped Hybrid and Genesis for a while, then serving as National Sales Manager for MPA and for NavTV before re-starting Ambassador in 2014. Joel has over 20 years of hands-on industry experience and great product knowledge. It’s a big territory, but we know Rick and Joel are up to the task and ready to roll.”
“We look forward to working with ARPA and all the HiFi dealers in the territory representing some of the most iconic brands in the industry,” stated Ambassador’s Rick Booth.
SHREVEPORT LA (02.05.22) WTF…Win This Friday. Seismic Autosound won the AIS prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 164 on Friday morning, February 4th.
The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. The weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel has now rolled into Year-4.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 164th time on Friday morning February 4th. The Wheel landed on the AIS space and the Seismic Autosound slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.
We have reached out to the store in Novato CA to let them know that a best selling AIS Pro Series camera will be headed their way.
Spinning out a 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, AIS, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, JBL, Kenwood, Power Acoustik, JVC and USASpec. 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, 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, AudioPlanetNY in Huntington Station NY, Endless Possibilities in Aurora IL, Audio Finesse in Santa Monica, Drive Customs in San Luis Obispo CA, Custom Works, Noblesville IN, AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT, Cars 843 in Charleston SC, CarTunes Atlanta in Atlanta GA, Mobile Concepts in Garwood NJ, Duke’s Car Stereo in Flint MI, Infinity Auto Sound, King Car Audio in Norwalk CT, PopTronics in Baltimore MD, Sanford Sound in Sanford ME, Angelvip2474 in Draper UT, Dynamic Car Audio in Baltimore MD, Hi-Pro Audio in Victoria TX, Car Stereo Max in Houston, Pro Audio Center in Richland MS, Rhodes Off-Roads in Farmington MO, Model Electronics in Ramsey NJ, Class A Sounds in Athens OH. Just Audio Video in North Providence RI, CT_Custom in Philadelphia, Audio Solutions in Florence MS and The Audio Shop RC in Rapid City SD, DG Motorsportz in High Point NC, ST Mobile in Texarkana TX, AR Custom OC in Orange CA, Temecula Mobile Sound in Temecula CA, Unique Auto Sound in Lindenhurst NY, D’s Garage in Corona CA and DS2 Mobile Solutionz in Tomball TX, C G Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, California Audio in West Valley City UT and The Action Audio Store in Wethersfield CT, Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, Electronics Depot Car Audio in Altamonte Springs FL. Car Audio Garage in Pearland TX, Pinnacle Autosound in Lake City FL, J H Audio in Bowling Green VA, The Car Audio Shop StL in High Ridge MO, Anthonys Car Stereo in North Highlands CA, Flynn Audio in Middleton WI, Living Loud Car Audio in Pelham AL, Trail Star Audio in Minnesota, On The Spot Audio in Pennsauken NJ, Animated Car Audio in Essex MD, West Coast Car Audio in Citrus Heights CA, Modified Auto Sound in East Alton IL, Star Car Audio in Hermiston OR, VapeNAudio in Clovis CA, SoundWorks in Millersville MD Eclipse Car Audio in Vancouver WA, J A Custom Audio in Houston TX Jose Electronics in North Hills CA, Sound Proof Car Stereo in Douglasville GA, Auto Additions in Springfield IL, Elite Car Audio in Hollywood CA, Masters Car Stereo in Greenville SC. and Audio Plus in Eden NC Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, February 11th.
STILLWATER, OK (02.04.22) – In its first product release for 2022, KICKER Audio announces a trio of down-firing loaded enclosures, each featuring KICKER’s thin-mount L7T™ square subwoofers. All enclosures come with a single 2-Ohm terminal, and are available in 8-, 10-, and 12-inch models. The enclosures are available for purchase at Authorized KICKER Dealers in-store and online. Soon to be introduced to the world on the KICKER UnMASKED! Live™ Weekly show, L7T Loaded Down-Firing Enclosures will retail from $279.99-$379.99. L7T Loaded Down-Firing Enclosures are also available at http://www.kicker.com.
Designed to fit perfectly under a seat or in your cargo area, each thin enclosure features plush black carpeting with rounded corners and custom embroidery. Inside the enclosure, thick MDF construction and heavy internal bracing offers strength and stability despite the stacked cargo that may be on top. The enclosures are carpeted and custom embroidered with the KICKER logo.
The inner workings of the L7T thin-mount subwoofer are unprecedented. L7T features an innovative “Forced-Air Cooling™” system that uses the woofer’s own cone movement to route more air through its motor, forcing unwanted heat out of vents built into the backplate and allowing the sub to run cooler than previous versions. Users get the bass they love, the sleek look, and the reliability beyond expectations.
KICKER’s exclusive UniPlate™ combines the pole piece and back-plate, making them a single, seamless unit that assists in pushing damaging heat away from the subwoofer. Perimeter venting is also used above the sub’s extended top-plate, pulling additional cooling air in and around the motor. The subwoofer’s top-plate utilizes a patented “bumped” design, allowing extra excursion and longer throw for deeper overall bass in an extremely thin design. Additionally, the unique, patented square cone provides nearly 20 percent additional cone area compared to a standard round-shaped sub of the same size, making a 12-inch square sub perform like a 13-inch round subwoofer, for example. As a result, the listener enjoys more volume and deeper bass.
FULLERTON, CA (02.02.22) – Vision Tech America, Inc. believes in providing customers with the state-of-the-art technology in automobile engineering with the best possible prices to modernize vehicles.
In this regard, BOYO unveiled VTC703AHD, VTC703AHD-Q2, and VTC703AHD-Q4, which are 2.4 GHz Wireless AHD Vehicle Backup Camera Systems with 7” Digital Monitor and Heavy-Duty Backup Cameras.
The above image shows the VTC703AHD-Q4 with images on the monitor for 4 cameras.
“Our new VTC703AHD series are AHD wireless systems for RVs and large Trucks. It offers high resolution display with multi-channel (1CH, 2CH, 4CH) cameras depending on the needs of our customers. Customers can easily install this wireless camera system without any hard wiring. It will help anyone to drive and park safely with confidence,” said Richard Hong, VP Sales.
Key Product Features: AHD 1080P high-definition camera and monitor for clear image. Long Range Wireless System – 2.4GHz 300’ long range connectivity between a camera and the monitor for reliable video transmission. Multi-Channel (1CH, 2CH, 4CH) Camera options Built-In DVR function for all models Heavy-duty camera with IP68 waterproof rating and IR light for night vision. No High-Speed Dropouts Built-in Speaker and Microphone Parking guidelines on/off switch, reverse/non-reverse switch
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