CarTunes Atlanta Wins Power Acoustik Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 106

Posted on December 12, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (12.12.20) WTF…Win This Friday. CarTunes Atlanta won a Power Acoustik Prize on Friday December 11th.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Four weeks ago we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

On Friday morning, December 11th, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 106th time and the Wheel landed on the Power Acoustik space. The CarTunes Atlanta slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We reached out and spoke with owner Richard Grimm with the good news that a Power Acoustik product 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, Accele, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, JBL, Power Acoustik, JVC and ZZ-2. 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, 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 and Cars 843 in Charleston SC. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, December 18th.

Mobile Solutions Delivers Training at Knowledgefest.Live

Posted on December 10, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged KnowledgeFest, Mobile Solutions.

TEMPE, AZ (12.11.2020) – Mobile Solutions’ founder and CEO Bryan Schmitt will deliver a live workshop at KnowledgeFest.Live on Sunday December 13th, 2020 from 5:20-6:20pm (EST) from its Tempe, AZ-based headquarters. The workshop is titled “Executing for the Future: Top Tips to Maximize Labor Revenue” and takes an in-depth look at the state of the industry in the current 2020 and upcoming 2021 world.

Topics for this workshop include:

Current state of the 12 volt industry
Future 12 volt industry trends that parallel other, well-performing industries.
Adding process-driven fuel to your specialty skills
Including elements customers immediately identify have value
In-person customer shopping experience tips and examples
Recommended safety practices for both staff and clients
Efficient project management
Clean and efficient work spaces
Serviceability to your installations

Everyone in the 12 volt business faced significant change in 2020. In this workshop, Bryan will demonstrate how to take those new paradigms to become an opportunity in your store(s). The workshop helps retailers focus on what enhancements you can implement right away to add dollars on bottom line. Many participants will appreciate this is not a cheerleading training, but instead one of substance with underlying technical merit included. All of this leads to more effective demonstrations, closing more sales and selling labor more proficiently with confidence in the future.

This is a ‘must see’ virtual education workshop. As 2020 comes to a close and everyone is plotting strategies for a more fruitful 2021, ensure you have a seat at the table with this important inspirational information.

Register for free at KnowledgeFest.Live.

Alpine Electronics Now Shipping Premium Dash Camera Systems

Posted on December 9, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Alpine.

AUBURN HILLS, MI (12.10.2020) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is now shipping the DVR-C310R and DVR-C320R Premium Dash Camera Systems. With the highest quality recording of accident footage and license plate capture, the new Premium Dash Camera Systems allow you to drive with confidence.

Drive with Confidence

While dash cameras have historically occupied a space in the rideshare industry, Alpine recognized an opportunity in the drive assist category for customers who were looking to protect their vehicle and those inside it.

Alpine’s new line of Premium Dash Camera Systems are designed to capture the action outside and inside your vehicle with the highest quality recording for accident footage, license plate capture, and internal cabin monitoring.

Featuring Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology, the dash cameras automatically adjust the exposure and white balance during sudden changes to the light so whether you’re driving in high sunlight or backing out of a garage, your drive is captured.

Capture Your Drive

The DVR-C310R attaches to a universal mounting bracket for easy installation on your dash while the DVR-C320R mounts directly to the inside of the windshield. Both cameras include a secondary camera that can be mounted inside the cabin for internal cabin monitoring or positioned on the rear windshield for rear-video footage.

With the included hardwiring kit bundle, whether you’re driving or parked, the dash cameras include impact recording (moving and stationary) to capture accident footage up to 10 seconds after impact for accident recording. Both cameras have GPS to capture proof of speed, with an external plug-in GPS for the DVR-C310R and built-in GPS for the DVR-C320R.

Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to quickly transfer files to your phone, avoiding data loss emergencies, and also includes a 32GB SD card for additional recording storage. The dash cameras are App and PC viewer-ready to access your dash recordings in a pinch. Download the free ALPINE Recording Viewer app to view real-time and past recordings and control various camera configurations now available on the App Store or Google Play.

Alpine Multimedia Receiver Control

While both dash cameras will capture your drive, the DVR-C320R Premium Dash Camera System includes additional drive assist features and function control through select Alpine Multimedia Receivers with Rear-Seat Entertainment (when iDatalink Maestro is not in use). By connecting the DVR-C320R to your Alpine Multimedia Receiver via a universal RCA video output, you’ll get a view of your dash camera recordings on your screen and access drive assist features like front collision warnings, lane departure warnings, front car movement warnings.

Additional safety features like night vision allow you to capture footage even in the dark.

The DVR-C310R and DVR-C320R are now shipping for $299.95 and $399.95, respectively, and will be available at Alpine Authorized retailers or online at www.alpine-USA.com through Crutchfield. Installation options can be found on the Alpine-USA website through the store locator.

Mobile Music Burlington Celebrated a Monumental Grand Opening on Black Friday

Posted on December 8, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

BURLINGTON, WA (12.09.2020) – The Grand Opening for the new Mobile Music location in Burlington was held on Black Friday, November 27th. The store opened in late September but COVID-19 and other considerations delayed the official Grand Opening.

Customers entering Mobile Music are greeted with a Christmas tree along with a decked Harley-Davidson and modified Classic ‘65 Chevy Nova.

Shawn Gunnels, owner of the 3 area Mobile Music locations stated “The Grand Opening was a tremendous success. We probably wrote 4 times the business as we would normally write on a Friday. Overall we certainly had more than 100 people in the store during the day.”

New customer friendly displays highlight products.

The new Burlington store has over 6,000 square feet that is occupied by the large showroom, multi-vehicle installation bay, offices and storage. The showroom is over 2500 square feet and features very impressive product displays on the floor and walls along with a custom sales counter. Upfront an area is setup to showcase a vehicle featuring a super custom installation.

Amplifiers and subs are showcased with product info spotlighted on monitors above.

The custom sales counter in the new location is impressive and functional.

The new store is positioned prominently in an upscale shopping center.

Continuing Gunnels offered “Many customers entering our new store said ‘WOW’ or ‘This is so much better than your old store.’ Comments like that are certainly great to hear. During our Grand Opening power amps were very strong and the Rockford Fosgate R500 was a standout. Of course amp sales drive subwoofer, enclosure, installation kits and installation labor. It was very refreshing to see our ticket average go up in light of all the Black Friday deals we see other places.”

Hertz amplifiers and subs, along with other top brands, are spotlighted with LED lighting.

The install bay will handle several vehicles and includes a lift.

Mark Giovannetti, Pacific Rim Marketing, was an area factory rep who was onsite for the Grand Opening. Giovannetti stated “Mobile Music does a great job with the Hertz line that we represent. The line is well display and products are live for demos…that the Mobile Music staff handle very well. It’s terrific to see this new store that is certainly one of the best in the Pacific Northwest.”

Store staff members are featured behind the sales counter…with their Christmas stockings hung with care!

The staff at the new Burlington store numbers 8 dedicated employees. Mobile Music opened in 1976 and has 3 locations-Bellingham, Port Angeles and the new location in Burlington. A total of 16 employees are on staff. Information on the company’s viewer-friendly website notes over 500,000 installations have been completed since the company opened in 1976.

Great signage and lighting grabs attention for Mobile Music in the upscale shopping center.

Visit mobilemusic.com for more.

14th Annual dBDRA Toys for Tots Series

Posted on December 7, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged dBDRA.

AUSTIN, TX (12.08.2020) – The dB Drag Racing Association is pleased to participate in the annual Toys for Tots program for the 14th consecutive year! The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program collects new, unwrapped toys to be distributed as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.

A MECA competition took place, along with the dB Drag competition, at the December 5th Toys For dB’s event in the Lebanon High School parking lot in Lebanon, TN.

As an incentive to retailers and promoters that have hosted dB Drag Racing events during the 2020 season, the dBDRA will waive the listing fee for qualifying 1X events that are scheduled during the weeks leading up to Christmas. The entry fee for the competitors must be a new unwrapped toy. There is no limit on the amount of toys that can be donated, however, the minimum suggested toy should be $20+.

Special MECA awards were created for the Toys For Tots event.

According to Wayne Harris, President of the dBDRA, “Our goal is to provide dB Drag Racing competitors and retailers the opportunity to get involved with their local communities by providing shiny new toys to children who otherwise might have gone without.”

MECA Commish Steve Stern related, “The Car Audio Community came together at Lebanon High School in middle Tennessee to donate to Toys For Tots. MECA had 35 vehicles involved in Bass contests and Dueling Demos. All proceeds from the event went to Toys For Tots and about $1600 was raised. It was awesome! Thanks to judges Eric Halfacre, Chris Jones, and Malani Puni for taking care of the contest activities. This was the 6th Annual event organized by Chris Gregory (Wall Street’s Finest) and his family, and the event gets bigger every year. Despite the pandemic issues, we were able to gather outdoors and spend the day together, and contribute to one of our favorite causes.”

To participate in the Toys for Tots competition series, retailers and promoters will need to contact the dB Drag Racing Association. Auto sound manufacturers are also welcome to participate.

While the Toys for Tots program is a US based program, many of the international dBDRA affiliates will be offering similar toy drives in their respective countries as well.

View all upcoming events at the dB Drag Racing Event online calendar.

Ricky Smith’s Audio Hosts Very Successful Toys For Tots

Posted on December 6, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Ricky Smith's Audio.

LAFAYETTE, LA (12.07.2020) – The Ricky Smith’s Audio location in Lafayette hosted a tremendously successful Toys For Tots event on Saturday, December 5th. Shortly after the store opened at 9AM people began entering the store with toys to add Christmas joy for many youngsters in the area.

The Ricky Smith’s Audio store front in Lafayette Louisiana.

Chad Neveu related, “People started bringing toys right after we opened and a steady flow of people with presents for area youngsters continued until the actual event ended at 2PM. The area LA Jeepers Club participated with us in the event and one of their members was dressed as Santa and another as an Elf. At the end of the day we had collected well over 100 toys that filled several of the large Toys For Tots Marine Corps Reserve boxes.”

Areas inside the store were set up for the Holidays and the Toys for Tots event.

In past years the South College Shopping Center businesses joined together for a Santa Sleigh Christmas event in the center’s parking lot. In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic that event was cancelled this year.

An area in the showroom was set up for people to see Santa who actually was a member of the LA Jeepers Club. This image was taken early in the event when only a small portion of the toys had arrived.

Continuing, Neveu offered, “Without the traditional Santa Sleigh event in the center we wanted to provide some cheer for area youngsters and holding a Toys For Tots event seemed like a great opportunity. In the past we have co-hosted events with the community minded area LA Jeepers Club. With their help the Toys For Tots event came together. They had several members helping in the store along with Santa and his Elf.”

When the event was over at 2 PM well over 100 toys had been donated at the Toys For Tots event.

Following the devastation from Hurricane Laura in Lake Charles the LA Jeepers Club hosted a drive for supplies to provide aid for residents in early September. That drive for supplies and tools was held in the parking lot in front of Ricky Smith’s Audio. Other Jeep focused events have also been held in the parking lot at Ricky Smith’s Audio.

Members of the LA Jeepers Club gathered for a photo during the Toys for Tots event.

“Aftermarket upgrades for Jeep vehicles are a very bright spot across the 12volt industry. We have added a variety of products to the rides of several members of the LA Jeepers Club and other Jeep owners in the area at our 3 locations in Southern Louisiana. Jeepers are very passionate about their rides and we at Ricky Smith’s Audio share their passion for upgrades on vehicles of all types including marine and powersports,” Neveu concluded.

Byron Jensen, a member of the Ricky Smith’s Audio Team, is pictured with Santa and his lovely Elf.

In 1977 Ricky Smith opened his doors in Lafayette, LA in the South College Shopping Center where the flagship store remains today. In the forty-plus years since the business has expanded throughout Southern Louisiana and now boasts locations in Abbeville and New Iberia as well as an in-house service department.

Visit rickysmithsaudio.com for more.

Cars 843 Wins ODX Lighting Prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Spin 105

Posted on December 5, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

SHREVEPORT LA (12.05.20) WTF…Win This Friday. Cars 843 won a ODX Lighting Prize on Friday December 4th.

The 12volt Spin-to-Win Wheel was created to bring an element of fun to the 12volt industry. Two weeks ago we celebrated the 2nd Anniversary of the weekly 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel.

On Friday morning, December 4th, the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 105th time and the Wheel landed on the ODX space. The Cars 843 slip was drawn from the jar and an Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted. We reached out and spoke with Tracy Ford at the Cars 843 store in Charleston SC with the good news that an ODX product 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, Accele, PowerBass, CRUX, DS18, SoundStream, AIS, JBL, Power Acoustik, JVC, ODX and ZZ-2. 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, 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, and AtoZ Detail in West Haven CT. Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel Friday, December 11th.

DS18 Releases New Double DIN Multimedia Receiver with 6.9-inch Touch Screen

Posted on December 3, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged DS18.

MIAMI GARDENS, FL (12.04.2020) – Bigger and bolder than ever, the DDX6.9AD is DS18’s new revision of our long line of amazing head units.

This receiver shares a lot of the characteristics that its little brothers share except one HUGE difference. We have upgraded the screen size from 6.2 inches to a whopping 6.9 inches with this huge screen. Now you and everyone in the vehicle can enjoy the crisp visuals along with goose bump worthy sound quality. Maneuvering through the options is quite easy with the touch screen controls and will give you flawless and absolute control over all the media you are wanting to hear.

This receiver will include everything you need to bring your multimedia dreams into full fruition with the Android operating system including Mirror Link, Wi-Fi, Blue Tooth, GPS, AUX, USB, SD, phone controls, and all your AM / FM stations. Apps are also easily downloadable when you hook your head unit up to your cellular hot spot. The SD reader can use memory cards up to 64GB.

Your music can be set easily to your preferences with the easy to use and detailed manual and the DDXRC app equalizer can get you the sound that is specific to your tastes with easy access and settings. Mirror link is also easily set up in just a few steps so you can mirror all media from your phone to your device. A mobile hotspot is required for GPS functions if you are not using mirror link. (PLEASE REMEMBER DO NOT WATCH MOVIES IN MOTION – WAIT UNTIL THE CAR IS PARKED.)

There is plenty of power behind this versatile receiver. At 4 ohms this unit offers 4×15 watts RMS and 40×4 max power which is generally enough to power all entry level speakers, but to get the maximum output from this amp, you will need amplifiers and higher quality speakers to handle the power. The PRE-AMP outputs will deliver a maximum of 4.5 volts so you can be reassured that you will have enough output voltage for your amplifiers to get the clearest and distortion free sound available. Also 3 sets of preamp outputs (SUB, Front, and Rear) will be there for you to configure to your specific setup.

Visit ds18.com for more.

Alpine Shipping Weather-Resistant Soundbar Upgrade Kit for Select Jeep Applications

Posted on December 2, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Alpine.

AUBURN HILLS, MI (12.03.2020) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. is now shipping the SPV-65-JLT Weather-Resistant UpgradeKit for the new 2018 – Up Jeep Wrangler and 2020 – Up Jeep Gladiator (without the Alpine OEM Premium Amplified System).

Raise Your Expectations
For five years, Alpine has curated premium solutions that elevate the Jeep lifestyle. From off-roading to commuting, these solutions are built for discerning audio enthusiasts looking for an uninterrupted music experience that can keep up with their lifestyle.

Now Alpine is “raising the bar” with a Weather-Resistant Soundbar Upgrade Kit for the new 2018 – Up Jeep Wrangler and 2020 – Up Jeep Gladiator (without the Alpine OEM Premium Amplified System). This kit includes two 6.5-inch speakers and 1-inch teteron dome tweeters that replaces the factory 3-inch and 4-inch drivers. An installation kit includes a cutting template for the rear soundbar and vehicle-specific connectors for plug-and-play installation.

Top-Off Performance
Jeep drivers should be able to listen to their music while enjoying the experience of top-and-doors-off driving, however, wind and traffic noise can overpower their music. The SPV-65-JLT is designed to deliver powerful music performance that won’t get lost in the wind.

The weather-resistant kit includes tweeters that capture the higher-end frequencies and improve the range of sound reproduction over the factory 3-inch mid-tweeter. The speakers are enclosed in rugged, premium grills that match the Jeep interior.

System Compatibility
The SPV-65-JLT is compatible with the new 2018 – Up Jeep Wrangler and 2020 – Up Jeep Gladiator (without the Alpine OEM Premium Amplified System) and works with the Jeep factory head unit, an aftermarket dash system, and the Alpine X409-WRA-JL 9-inch Weather-Resistant Navigation Receiver with Off-Road Mode.

The SPV-65-JLT is now shipping for $449.95 and will be available at Alpine Authorized retailers or online at www.alpine-usa.com through Crutchfield. Installation options can be found on the Alpine-USA website through the store locator.

Las Vegas Car Audio Shop Hosts Celebrity Grand Opening Amidst Pandemic

Posted on December 1, 2020 by 12VoltNews in Featured.

LAS VEGAS, NV (12.02.2020) – Two car audio veterans that had relocated to Las Vegas, Mike Manneh and Harry Draneas had been planning the grand opening for their new store for nearly a year. They were not about to let COVID-19 spoil their plans for The Beat Clinic’s major grand opening event.

(L-R) Mike Manneh, Robin McNeal and Harry Draneas with the Nakamichi N4 Competition amplifier.

Last month they hosted a Grand Opening and Car Show complete with a celebrity guest appearance from Steve Darnell star of the Discovery Channels Vegas Rat Rods. Throughout the day vehicles of all types poured in to participate in the car show. A DJ helped keep the celebration going well into the night.

Star of Vegas Rat Rods Steve Darnell (L) and Mike Manneh (C ) along with the Manneh family.

The new location at 3565 E Post Road in Las Vegas has features an install bay, showroom, fabrication room and waiting area.

“The team at the Beat Clinic has many great relationships throughout Las Vegas in both the auto and audio community that will no doubt help to support their success” stated Robin McNeal National Sales Manager for Nakamichi Car Audio who was there for the big event.