INDUSTRY, CA (06.17.2020) – Cadence is passionate about partnering with influencers in the Car Audio industry to provide car audio aficionados with authentic information and content about Cadence products. Recently, we partnered with Robert from HifiVega and sent him two Ultra Drive 12″ Woofers.
These subwoofers have been designed with a “Great Bang for The Buck” approach. Giving high performance, rigid construction and peace of mind that it will last. We have options to meet 450 – 1000 watts of Max Power handling and sizes in 8”, 10” and 12”. They feature a robust suspension with Santoprene Rubber roll surround and long-lasting CONEX spider.
Let’s not forget the motor structure with its integrated heatsink to help dissipate heat from the magnet. All of these to lower distortion and keep everything moving in a linear motion all while keeping your vibe alive.
MOUNTAIN TERRACE, WA (06.17.2020) – Thursday June 14th will mark the 14th session of the AudioControl Weekly Web Training series.
This week’s topic for Matt Palumbo and Chris Bennett will be In-Dash EQ and Epicenter as well as the Matrix Plus.
“Our live viewership has been very engaged during the weekly sessions. Stores are beginning to reopen in many areas of the country but we will continue to deliver training sessions that will provide very relevant information for 12volt retailers and industry members” Palumbo related.
PHOENIX, AZ (06.16.2020) – MTX Audio is announcing their new audio kits and components for Polaris RZR side-by-side vehicles are now shipping. The new products are compatible to most 2014+ RZR models including the newer Turbo S.
The complete audio systems are available in three different configurations and are compatible with Ride Command and non-Ride Command vehicles. Available are a two, three and five speaker kit that feature simple to install components, fast interconnection with fully plug and play harnesses and all at a price that won’t break the bank leaving enough left over to gas up your ride. Whether you’re looking for a starter system with front stage audio or you want the complete party package to become the envy of all your friends, we have a kit just right for you.
Jason Planck is pictured in the MTX Phoenix HQ with the new MTX RZR-14-SW 10” sub enclosure that is available as part of the MTX Audio RZR kits or separately.
Also shipping are the new RZR-14-FS front speaker pods with integrated RGB lighting and the RZR-14-SW subwoofer enclosure for the same series of vehicles. The front pods come fully assembled out of the box saving you critical steps and time during the install. Another key design element is that they physically install in minutes using our custom quick install bracket and integrated POD-LOC technology reducing your down time from riding. With the updated design and features, they deliver high quality output even under the most extreme riding conditions.
The RZR-14-SW features a high output 10-inch woofer in a rotationally molded enclosure designed to produce deep resonating bass while limiting transferred resonance into the vehicle panels reducing rattles inherent to low bass. Considering all types of riding, the enclosure is designed to be ported or sealed and easily converted by installing our Quick Install Port Seal (QuIPS) cover. Not only does this change the configuration of the enclosure but it can also be used, in the event of a deep-water situation, to seal the enclosure from water penetration protecting the internal components from damage. The unit does not interfere with passenger legroom by mounting in place of the vehicles glove compartment and features an installer friendly hardware system that allows one person to quickly install the enclosure with minimal effort.
OXNARD, CA (06.16.2020) – SCOSCHE Industries has announced the arrival of the newest addition to their line of Smart Full HD Dash Cameras powered by Nexar. These dash cams are part of Scosche’s SafeTech line of products designed to make driving safer.
Equipped with a 140° Wide-angle lens, 1080p Full HD SONY Starvis Image Sensor, for ultra low-light visibility, the front-facing camera turns on automatically when you start driving and stops when you do. A reliable and fast WiFi connects the camera to your phone, and automatically backs up significant incidents to your personal Nexar Cloud.
The NEXS1 has a high-precision G-Sensor that detects impacts and its Parking Mode records and saves video of incidents and impacts that occur when you (and your phone) are not in your vehicle.
NEXS1 is available with either a 32B or 64GB micro-SD card, which is expandable up to 256GB, and each of these models is available with either an automotive grade adhesive strip or suction-cup mount to secure it to your windshield. Each model comes with a dual-port car adapter and power cable, as well as hardware harness and installation accessories.
“When people pair a smart Nexar dash cam with the Nexar app, they join our connected network, where every vehicle is learning in real time about its surroundings thanks to other vehicles around it. Hard brakes, collisions, oncoming traffic — it’s a virtuous circle of information sharing.” – Nexar
The NEXS1 works with your smartphone and the free Nexar safe driving app (iOS and Android) to record your drive and capture significant events. The Nexar app is used by drivers worldwide and comes with 24/7 customer support.
Nexar offers features like 1-Click reporting to submit an incident report directly to participating insurance companies and integrates with Siri
Shortcuts for an enhanced user experience. The NEXS1 offers auto-loop recording and retention of driving events, utilizing the included Micro-SD card (which is expandable up to 256GB), and automatically deletes footage from the camera once it uploads to the Cloud, freeing up storage space.
Nexar’s “Groups” feature allows members of a group, such as a family, to know when a group member is driving, and provides immediate notification, including location, if they are involved in an accident.
The feature-rich NEXS1 Dash Cameras, which debuted at the 2019 SEMA show, are now in stock and available for purchase at: Scosche.com, getnexar.com, amazon.com, AT&T and crutchfield.com. They will also soon be available at Car Toys and Best Buy.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL (06.16.2020) – There has been a high demand for BIG power amps from people using GIANT systems in their boats and off-road vehicles. It is more and more common to see boats, SXS, and various off-road vehicles with sound systems that include multiple subwoofers.
In the past, these enthusiasts would have to load up on multiple amps to drive their subs. New for 2020 , DS18 has now released their most powerful waterproof amplifier made to push big power and keep its compact size and waterproof rating.
The NXL100.1 is truly a sub moving monster that will make you grin from ear to ear when you power it up. This bad boy amp pushes out 1100w at 1 ohm, 900w @ 2ohms, and even at a 4-ohm load will put out 600 watts RMS power.
This is a full range amp, so you are not limited to subs alone on this amp.
You can adjust filters and turn this amp into a 1 channel full range audio all in one mega power amps that will fill all your power craving needs for all your DS18 speakers in your vehicle of choice that needs the toughest of amps.
Check them out on DS18.com for the next step up in the large variety of DS18 NXL line waterproof amps.
CLARK, SD (06.15.2020) – Aberdeen, SD based Sight and Sound had a major presence at the 38th Clark County Rider’s June 12th-14th in Clark SD. The 12volt retailer was set up at the Clark County Fairgrounds the under SounDigital and Beyma tents. During the 3-Day event Sight and Sound owner Dan Mount worked through the day and into the evening meeting with enthusiasts and working on bike installations under the tent.
Sight and Sound was set up under the SounDigital tent at the event.
Mount stated “This was our first year to exhibit at the Clark County Rider’s Run. For our store we were able to talk with several hundred bikers who now know about our store down the rod in Aberdeen. We look forward to being their next year”
Michael Foundation, CE GUYS, travelled the 594 miles from his Chicago area base pulling a 34’ trailer to work the event. The trailer was loaded with the event tents and products for the event. CE GUYS’ brands SounDigital, Ground Zero, Metra, MMATS PRO Audio, Braille Battery and Beyma were showcased at the venue. Gus Rigas made the trip with Foundation and worked to install gear on the bikes.
Gus Rigas (L) and Daniel Mount working on a Harley-Davidson install.
“The Sight and Sound booth was busy throughout the event and they made a lot of new contacts with motorcycle enthusiast who attended the event from the surrounding area. The new SounDigital EVOX small amps really grabbed attention as attendee could not believe the amount of power generated by an amp that small. We also sold some Braille Batteries to bikers” Foundation related.
Michael Foundation filling up on Sunday evening on the way back to Chicagoland with about another 250 miles to go.
The event was established in 1981 as a charity event for local families in need. Live music, a talent show and poker run added to the event’s activities for the crowd.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL (06.15.2020) – New for 2020 DS18 has added to their very popular amp IP67 waterproof rated NXL series amps that go along with our plethora of marine speakers and tower pod systems. Now you can pack even more power per square inch and load even more speakers on your boat without having to step up to multiple amps.
This new 4 channel amp can easily power 8 of our NXL6s, NXL8s, you can even power 4 of our mammoth 10-inch towers that require twice the power the smaller ones do. Now, its easy to load up with speakers and have all your power needs answered in your boat or off-road vehicle.
This amp pushes tons of power per square inch. At 4 ohms it will deliver 200×4 and at 2 ohms it will easily produce 300wx4. You also Have the option for a 4-ohm bridged mode which pushes out 500 watts x2 of DS18 power to your speakers for the loudest and clearest sound around. This is a full range amp, so mid-range and high-range speakers are not your limitations. You can also use this amp for subs.
ONTARIO, CA (06.15.2020) – The new Powerbass 2XL-DS Subwoofers have been completely redesigned with a new custom cast aluminum basket and the motor moved to the outside of the basket in a more standard style to allow for lower frequency response and increased power handling, providing audiophile sound quality at Xtreme sound levels.
Featuring a new NBR Nitrile Butadiene Rubber surround for increased linear accuracy and a proprietary Woven Glass Fiber Kraft Reinforced cone the 2XL series is built to perform. The custom cast aluminum basket provides perimeter venting to assist in cooling the newly redesigned 2.5” Black Kapton (BKSV) voice coil and inverted motor structure.
10″ & 12″ Dual 4-Ohm Subwoofers
600 watt RMS/ 1200 Watts Max – 2XL-1040DS
650 watt RMS/ 1300 Watts Max – 2XL-1240DS
Woven Glass Fiber Cone With Pressed Kraft Paper Reinforcement
Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) Surround
2.5″ Vented BKSV Voice Coil Former
Perimeter Aero-Vent Voice Coil Cooling Vents
Non Resonance DDC Coated Cast Aluminum Basket
XTRA XTRA Large Double Stacked Motor Structures
Square Spring Loaded Nickel Plated Input Terminals
Optimally Designed for Both Sealed or Ported Enclosures
SHREVEPORT LA (06.13.20) WTF…Win This Friday. The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Seven months ago we celebrated the first anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.
The latest 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Winner, Number 80, is Texas Dreamz Customs. The Wheel landed on the NavAtlas space Friday morning June 12th. We have reached out to the winner in Spring TX to let them them know the good news…. that they won the NavAtlas 2-Way Radio prize. Spinning out a new winner each Friday, a 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, Sony, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, Precision Power, JBL, Power Acoustik, Farenheit, Image Dynamics and SpellBrite. 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. Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, June 19th.
MIDDLETOWN, CT (06.12.2020) – GoFast Solutions, LLC has announced that Sanjay Sharma has joined the company as Director of Merchandising. Sharma, the former Sales Director of Boston Acoustics and Focal, brings a wealth of 12 Volt knowledge to the rapidly growing New England distributor. GoFast is growing and investing significantly in the category.
Dave Prinz, the President of GoFast said, “We are excited to have Sanjay on the team. His experience is truly unique and he will make an immediate and positive impact.”
GoFast, a member of EDA, has invested in a 30,000 square foot warehouse, strategically located in the New England market and has quickly made an impact with Sony, Alpine and Kenwood core lines along with fourteen other key brands including EDA exclusive Triton Audio.
Sharma added, “I am excited to join the team at GoFast Solutions and re-enter the 12 volt channel. Given Go Fast’s broad portfolio and track record of success, combined with my years of experience across North America in 12 volt, I am confident we will be able to build even further while providing compelling solutions that benefit GoFast’s growing customer base.”
Jim Warren, Executive Director of EDA, said, “I have know Sanjay since 2005 and have a deep level of respect for his abilities. Sanjay will be an impact player for both GoFast and EDA.”
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