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SEMA Announces New Product Award Winners

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.06.2019) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) announced its Best New Products Award winners this morning at the 2019 SEMA Show. These awards are given to the most innovative and cutting-edge automotive aftermarket products that will be consumable in 2020.

SEMA’s annual New Product Awards competition recognizes outstanding achievements in the development of products being introduced to the automotive specialty-equipment market at the SEMA Show. Products are judged in 16 award categories, and each category has one winner and two runners-up.

SSV Works was named The SEMA New Product Award Winner for Powersports Product. SSV Works CEO Trevor Kaplan is pictured with the award in the Company’s SEMA booth. The winning product was the SSV Works overhead weatherproof audio solution for Polaris RZR 2 and 4 seat vehicles. See SSV Works at SEMA Booth S38011.

Nearly 3,000 products were entered into the 16 different Showcase categories to be considered for a SEMA New Product Awards this year. Winners were selected based on a variety of factors that included superiority of innovation, technical achievement, quality and workmanship, consumer appeal and marketability, and more.

The New Product Award Winners are:

Collision Repair & Refinish Product
 Winner: Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS), SCRS Guide to Complete Repair Planning – Blueprint Optimization Tool
Runner-up: GUNIWHEEL, GUNIWHEEL
Runner-up: Spray Booth Services, AirFlow = CashFlow Remote Spray Booth Monitoring System

Engineered New Product
 Winner: Modern Driveline, 1994-2004 Mustang Hydraulic Clutch Master Cylinder Conversion Kit
Runner-up: AutoMeter, InVision 1973-1987 Chevy C-10 Direct Fit Digital Dash System
Runner-up: GSI Machine & Fabrication, 1988-1998 Complete Air Ride Chassis

Exterior Accessory Product
 Winner: CURT Group: CURT, ARIES, LUVERNE, UWS; BetterWeigh Mobile Towing Scale with TowSense™ Technology
Runner-up: Dee Zee, Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator Roof Rack
Runner-up: RSI SmartCap, SmartCap EVO

Interior Accessory Product
 Winner: AutoMeter, InVision Digital Dash
Runner-up: Speed Dawg Shift Knobs, Jeep JL Shift Knobs and Adapters Set
Runner-up: Coverking, Topliner by Coverking

Merchandising Display
 Winner: Dee Zee, Hex Series Counter Display
Runner-up: Stoner Car Care, Invisible Glass Clean & Repel Washer Fluid Additive
Runner-up: Hypertech, Hypertech PowerSports

Mobile Electronics Product
 Winner: VAIS Technology, SEER (Smart Entry Exit Recognition)
Runner-up: AAMP Global, Ford Third Brake Light Camera with Cargo and Side Blind Spot Views
Runner-up: Sony Car Audio, XAV-AX8000

Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product
 Winner: ICON Vehicle Dynamics, 2020-UP Jeep Gladiator (JT) 2.5″ Suspension System
Runner-up: Dana Incorporated, Ultimate Dana 60 Axles for the Jeep Gladiator JT
Runner-up: HaulGauge/Garage Smart, Garage Smart Lifter and Storage System

Packaging Design
 Winner: Anest Iwata USA, Iwata Vault TH2
Runner-up: inurZONE, NEATO
Runner-up: Drake Automotive Group, Heavy Duty E-Coated Track Bar

Performance-Racing Product
 Winner: Turbosmart, Gen-V eWG60 Power-Gate 60 Electronic
Runner-up: Nitrous Express, Boost Cooler Ring
Runner-up: Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, DI High Flow Check Valve

Performance-Street Product
 Winner: Aeromotive Inc., Aeromotive Variable Speed 5.0gpm Brushless Fuel Pump
Runner-up: Tire Stickers, Cerebrum Smart Tire Sensor
Runner-up: US Gear, Ford 9″ Stealth Series Ring & Pinion

Powersports Product
 Winner: SSV Works, Overhead Weatherproof Audio Solution for Polaris RZR 2 and 4 Seat Vehicles
Runner-up: Hypertech, Hypertech Harness/Seatbelt
Runner-up: TSI Products Inc., Stratos Climate 5″ Multi-Fit Under Dash Heater Kit

Street Rod/Custom Car Product
 Winner: Dakota Digital, RTX-32F-X 1932 Ford Retrotech Instruments
Runner-up: Speedway Motors, Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator
Runner-up: Lokar Inc., LS Classic LS Distributor and Plug Wire Set

Tire and Related Product
 Winner: Yokohama Tire, GEOLANDAR X-AT
Runner-up: Yokohama Tire, ADVAN APEX
Runner-up: Yokohama Tire, GEOLANDAR X-CV

Tools & Equipment Product
 Winner: TRAC Tire Rotation Assistance Cart, TRAC Tire Rotation Assistance Cart
Runner-up: Badass Workbench, 2BAY Badass Workbench
Runner-up: MAKEiT Inc., MAKEiT 2×4 Large Format 3D Printer

Van/Pickup/Sport-Utility Product
 Winner: RSI SmartCap SmartCap, EVO
Runner-up: Bestop Premium Accessories Group, Jeep Gladiator Bedside Storage Lockboxes
Runner-up: BuiltRight Industries, 2020 Jeep Gladiator Bedside Rack Storage System

Wheel and Related Product
 Winner: Topline Products, VR16 – Raid
Runner-up: The Wheel Group/ Wheel-1, Cali Offroad Gemini Polished / Milled
Runner-up: The Wheel Group/ Wheel-1, Mayhem Wheels Voyager Dark Bronze

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Fully App Controlled Radios and Soundbars Arrive at Memphis Audio Booth

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.05.2019) – The MXAMCAPP Headless Unit is an innovative iOS or Android app controlled media center that provides the full functionality of a traditional head unit in a hide away box. This unit is unlike anything else on the market and is far more than a simple Bluetooth receiver.

The MXAMCAPP is a fully functional source unit with AM/FM radio, AUX, Bluetooth, and weather band, adjustable EQ settings and even RGB LED control. The unit features an onboard 50w x 4 channel amplifier which is powerful enough to push a 4-speaker system. It also includes front/rear/subwoofer RCA outputs to expand your system into any desired configuration. The Memphis app allows you to adjust EQ settings, fade/balance, adjust RGB lighting options, set your preset radio settings and more.

Users can have the full functionality of a traditional radio without having to alter their vehicles dash in any way. Memphis has included a 6-button wired remote which can be installed into a standard rocker switch knock out location which can be installed if desired. The unit and the remote are IP66 certified making them ideal for powersports and marine applications. The MXAMCAPP allows users to retain the factory look of their vehicle or watercraft while enjoying the full functionality of a traditional head unit making this unit the perfect solution for boats, side-by-sides, hot rods, custom cars or any other special application.

This is more than just a stand along headunit replacement, this powerful app controlled technology has also recently been integrated into the Memphis Audio MXA46SB28 soundbar. The powerful 300w 8 speaker soundbar can be used as the hub for any powersports sound system and controlled with the Memphis App radio technology. Visitors of SEMA can demo these units live at the Memphis Audio SEMA North Hall booth 11671, visitors will also be entered to win a FREE audio system courtesy of Memphis Audio.

For more info, visit www.memphiscaraudio.com or call 800-489-2300

SEMA 2019 Shaping Up to Be the Best Ever

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LAS VEGAS, NV (11.04.2019) – The SEMA Show 2019 is shaping up to be the best ever. The event runs from Tuesday November 5th through Friday the 8th. There are reports that attendance may top 150,000.

On Sunday afternoon, 12volt exhibitors in the North Hall we’re working to get booths set up.

Construction around the Las Vegas Convention Center has eliminated some large parking lots.

If you are headed to SEMA 2019 be sure to ‘PACK YOUR PATIENCE!!’

The Badgerland Offroad Jeep Gladiator will be featured in the Race Sport Lighting North Hall booth.

The North Hall, Central Hall, both levels of the South Hall and the Pavilion will be wall to wall exhibitors from across the automotive aftermarket. Areas out front will be filled with exhibits to the monorail. The West Gate exhibit area will be max’ed s will be several Hotels Ballrooms. Hotel room rates have spiraled up 3 and 4 times the normal rates. Some exhibitors have been working on booth setup for the past week. Wonder how much those hotel bills will be.

Carl Huntington (R) just arrived in Las Vegas from London and PowerBass EU. Erik Harbour welcomed Carl on Sunday afternoon and then both got back to work setting up the North Hall Booth 11971.

The 12volt news will be covering SEMA 2019 from the 12volt Central Studios in Shreveport. Already we have made over 3 dozen SEMA posts on Instagram #12vnn_sema2019. This time next week the total posts will far exceed last years 104 posts.

SEMA Show updates from Vegas throughout the 2019 event. See Instagram #12vnn_sema2019

With today’s technology, and my bad back, covering the SEMA Show and showcasing the activities of exhibitors and friends this had to be the way. I will miss seeing friends, the one-on-one plus the excitement of the show atmosphere.

With the 12volt News STP we can be very quick to market. STP… Snap… Text… Presto. We can post your activities from the SEMA Show 2019.

Let’s have a safe and very productive SEMA Show 2019.

Visit semashow.com for more.

Custom Cars and Celebrities at the 2019 SEMA Show KICKER Booth

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STILLWATER, OK (11.03.2019) – KICKER has announced a booth filled with custom vehicles and celebrity appearances at the 2019 SEMA Show, November 5-8. KICKER will be located in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall, booth #11861, and will play host to three groups of prominent racers from Discovery Channel’s “STREET OUTLAWS” hit television series.

To make KICKER’s SEMA experience even more exciting, the 46-year audio brand has packed the booth with several celebrity signings. On Tuesday from 11-12 p.m., True Fire airbrush artist Mike Lavallee stops by the KICKER booth to meet fans and show off his recent custom build.

KICKER’s Joe Gross outlines the 2019 GMC truck, KICKER audio system, including the popular MultiPro™ Tailgate System featuring KICKER audio.

On Wednesday from 1-3 p.m., the stars of “STREET OUTLAWS” and the “405” brandwill be at the KICKER booth. Chuck “Death Trap” Seitsinger, Ryan “Fireball” Martin and Jeff Lutz will meet fans and sign autographs.

On Thursday, more “STREET OUTLAWS” set up, beginning with Farmtruck and AZN from 10-11 a.m., followed at 1-3 p.m. by Justin “Big Chief” Shearer, Shawn “Murder Nova” Ellington and “Daddy Dave” Comstock signing autographs and meeting showgoers.

STREET OUTLAWS sign autographs in the KICKER booth.

KICKER’s hottest original equipment manufacturer (OEM) offering to date, the sound system in GMC’s MultiPro Tailgate is a GM exclusive and will be demonstrated, featuring a 100-watt amplifier, 4-inch weatherproof coaxial speakers, and Bluetooth streaming with 3.5mm audio jack and charging USB plug.

The MultiPro Tailgate System will be shown on a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD, which will also feature KICKER’s VSS (Vehicle-Specific Solutions) audio system inside the truck. The VSS system is a plug-and-play kit that includes a powered subwoofer, low power-draw amplifiers with digital signal processing (DSP) and a unique sound signature, all in factory mounting locations with no modifications to the vehicle’s interior.

Returning to the KICKER booth for 2019, Goodguys (Rod and Custom Association) Gold Award-winning shop SicChops will bring a 1951 Oldsmobile Club Coupe, dubbed “Silvia.” Wrapped in upholstery by legendary interior artist Ron Mangus, the ‘51 Olds has a full complement of KICKER’s premier Q-Class audio equipment including an L7QB8 loaded aluminum subwoofer enclosure.

Next to Silvia, Lavallee’s 1951 Mercury will be on display, also sporting a full KICKER Q-Class audio system. The “Dead Sled” will feature four 10-inch, Q-Class subs providing the bass, while four sets of Q-Class component speakers deliver the mid and high range.

Showcasing its powersports business, KICKER will also bring a 2017 Polaris GENERAL to the booth. Using a KICKER/SSV Works Phase 5 audio kit for the front stage, the GENERAL will also include a trio of KICKER TB10 tube subwoofers, four KMTC 9-inch Horn-Loaded Tower Systems, and 2,400 additional watts of KXM-Series all-weather amplification.

More than 30 elite builders throughout the show will use KICKER gear as their audio partner of choice. Classic Car Studio, RMD Garage and the Ring Brothers are among the world-class fabricators that feature KICKER audio products in their builds this year.

Full event details are available on the SEMA Show web page at www.semashow.com.

Visit kicker.com for more.

SEMA Show Education Expands to the Show Floor, Rewards Power Users

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (11.01.2019) – The 2019 SEMA Show Education program includes more than 100 seminars designed to help business owners and industry professionals be more competitive and knowledgeable about how to succeed in the $45 billion automotive aftermarket. Back by popular demand are free professional headshots for all Showgoers and Power User cards that reward those attending three or more seminars. A new feature is the SEMA Education STAGE, where Showgoers will be able to hear from leading experts without leaving the Show floor.

DUB co-founder and entrepreneur Myles Kovacs will conduct interviews on the SEMA Education STAGE, a new 2019 SEMA Show feature where Showgoers will be able to hear from leading experts.

“SEMA Showgoers and their business will benefit from hearing unfiltered, candid insights from business experts and their peers in the industry,” said Zane Clark, SEMA Senior Director of Education. “The seminars are a great resource in helping Show attendees translate the innovation found on the trade show floor to success back in the office.”

Among the features of this year’s SEMA Show Education program:

  • The STAGE, featuring DUB Co-Founder and entrepreneur Myles Kovacs. With interviews hosted multiple times daily, Kovacs will join top industry professionals and personalities as they participate in intimate conversations that will inspire, motivate and cultivate. Produced in partnership with SEMA’s Wheel & Tire Council (WTC), the STAGE will address topics such as wheel and tire trends, best practices, marketing and sales.
  • Free professional headshots to all attendees and exhibitors. Headshots will be taken Nov. 5-8. At the STAGE, where Showgoers will have the opportunity to quickly touch up their photo and have it emailed to them right away. It’s recommended that participants come prepared and dress professionally.
  • The QUAD. At the QUAD, across from the SEMA Members Lounge – North (N251), Showgoers can pick up their Power User Card, earn free SEMA swag, attend educational seminars and learn about career opportunities. To become an Education Power User, Showgoers are required to attend three seminars, where they will receive a card-hole punch from a room ambassador. Once all three seminars are attended, they can return to the QUAD to pick up their limited-edition SEMA swag.
  • New retail learning track: Retail Next. Focusing on the market segment’s critical and ever-evolving role in the automotive distribution channel, Retail Next seminars will provide attendees with practical solutions addressing increased competition, financial management and the path to purchase.
  • Women Driven learning track. Powered by the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN), the seminars are aimed at building a community of female professionals and allies who can learn from one another’s experiences by highlighting issues that women currently face in their careers and the skills critical for their success.

Also available are learning tracks on tires and collision repair that are created through a partnership with the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS), the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) and the Tire Industry Association (TIA).

“The SEMA Show is the only place where can you take part in such a valuable and comprehensive learning experience, taught by industry leaders and business experts from all over the world,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President of Events. “The seminars are open to all Showgoers with credentials, and most education seminars are available free of charge.”

To view the entire 2019 SEMA Show Education program, which begins the day before the official opening of the SEMA Show, visit www.semashow.com/education

SEER, Smart Entry Exit Recognition, Offers Hands-Free Liftgate, Automatic Locking, Unlocking and More

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ENGLEWOOD, CO (10.31.2019) – VAIS Technology presents a high-tech, innovative product for aftermarket and OEM companies at the 2019 SEMA Show. SEER (Smart Entry Exit Recognition) product line combines automated door locking at driver’s departure, automated unlocking when driver is approaching, Hands Free Liftgate opening, illuminated entry, and 4 auxiliary  inputs and outputs that are fully customizable to trigger any electronic accessory in the vehicle – all based on driver proximity.

VAIS Technology uses LF and RF communication to determine the driver’s proximity to the vehicle and to authenticate the user. Proprietary software analyzes the driver’s behavior around the car. Communication to the vehicle is done over CAN bus to execute factory door locking, unlocking, turn headlights, dome, puddle, and sentry lights ON or OFF. SEER recognizes a pre-programmed pattern by the power liftgate to activate factory opening or closing without pressing any buttons.

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The product requires a driver to carry a small tag on the key chain for authentication purposes. Installation includes placing RF antennas and a sensor behind the front and rear bumpers, then connecting it to the VAIS ECU module placed behind a trim panel.

In addition to pre-programmed functions, SEER has 4 AUX inputs and outputs to allow electronic accessories customization based on driver proximity. Popular features include motorized steps, sliding side door, electronically locking compartments & tool boxes, and much more!

SEER can work on brand new vehicles as well as vehicles dating back decades with installed electronic accessories.

“SEER is an automotive grade device designed by our in-house engineering team and manufactured at an automotive certified facility. We plan to ship the product Q1 of 2020 starting at $319.99 for a version without Hands Free Liftgate option and at $449.99 with Hands Free Liftgate option” says Dennis Hopper, EVP at VAIS Technology.

Visit www.vaistech.com for more.

SounDigital USA Will Exhibit SounDigital and Ground Zero at SEMA 2019

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DANIA BEACH, FL (10.30.2019) – SounDigital USA will be exhibiting new products from both SounDigital and Ground Zero during the upcoming SEMA Show on November 5th thru the 8th in North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth 12031.

“SEMA is going to be a massive event for us,” said Michael Ventura National Sales Manager. “We will be using this event as a spring board into 2020. The announcement of an entire new line up for SounDigital is going to be huge.”

The Blaze Performance Cycles – Clayton NC Harley-Davidson Road Glide will be featured in the booth.

This new line under the EVOX banner has been in development for the past several years and is currently patent pending. “The power to size ratio is incredible. Never has the market seen such small foot print making the power these new amplifiers will,” said Ventura. SounDigital and Ground Zero have partnered with Blaze Performance Cycles from Clayton, North Carolina to feature their fully customized Harley Davidson Road Glide.

The 1957 Chevy C10 truck built by Mobile Toys Inc. will be showcased in the booth.

“This bike has over of 12,800 watts of clean SounDigital power and it all fits in a tour pack! Rounded out for sound by 25 Ground Zero competition speakers including some top secret black baskets will make it one of the loudest demo vehicles on the show floor.”

The SounDigital booth will also feature a 1957 Chevy C10 truck built by Mobile Toys Inc. from College Station, Texas. This vehicle will feature Ground Zero Plutonium SQ series speakers and SQ amplifiers, as well as its Titanium high quality flat sub woofers. “This truck is going to showcase Ground Zero award winning capability,” said Ventura. “Ground Zero is a major player in the European and Asian markets and we will intent to show the US dealer why.”

SounDigital Dealers who RSVP’d, will be treated to appreciation night hosted at the Hard Rock Cafe on the Las Vegas Strip on Tuesday night. “We are looking forward to provide an amazing night to our US and International dealers,” stated CEO Diogo Iannaccone.

Visit soundigitalusa.com and ground-zero-audio.com for more.

2019 SEMA Show Mobile App Now Available

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DIAMOND BAR, CA (10.29.2019) – The official 2019 SEMA Show Mobile App is now available for download at semashow.com/app. The free app gives Showgoers access to a comprehensive list of all exhibiting companies, seminars, events and more so users can create a personalized plan and maximize their time at the exclusive trade show, held Nov. 5-8 in Las Vegas, NV.

“The SEMA Show Mobile App enables Showgoers to leverage all the Show has to offer,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA Vice President-Events. “The app has been updated and new features have been added, making it the ideal tool to stay informed on everything happening at the 2019 SEMA Show.”

The free SEMA Show mobile app gives Showgoers access to a comprehensive list of all exhibiting companies, seminars, events and more so users can create a personalized plan and maximize their time at the Show.

New this year is an interactive feature that gives users detailed information on featured vehicles displayed throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center. By simply scanning a vehicle’s QR code, located on a Feature Vehicle sticker attached to the vehicle during check-in, the app will display the vehicle’s year, make and model; information on the exhibitor displaying the vehicle; and a list of products used on the vehicle. The app also allows users to access a list of exhibitors from 2018 and any saved product information.

Other features of the 2019 SEMA Show mobile app include:

  • Turn-By-Turn Directions: Find the quickest route from one place to another without the need of a GPS or data service. Simply enter an exhibitor name or room nearest to you and where you want to go, and the app will provide directions.
  • My Schedule: Create a schedule to keep track of the events you wish to attend.
  • New Products Showcase: View all of the products entered into the New Products Showcase, complete with detailed information and photos, exactly where within the Showcase the product is displayed, and directions to the exhibitor’s booth on the Show floor.
  • Product Scanner: Use your smartphone as a scanner at the New Products Showcase to create a list and map of the scanned products.
  • Maps: View floorplans of all SEMA Show halls and how/where they connect to make passage from hall to hall as easy as possible.
  • Exhibitors: Look up all 2019 SEMA Show exhibitors by name, Show section or product category.
  • Events, Celebrity Appearances and Speakers: See lists of all the events, seminars, conferences, celebrity appearances and speakers, including day, time and location.
  • Social Media: Keep up with the feeds of the official SEMA Show social media accounts, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
  • Ground Transportation: Find the best way to arrive at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Obtain information on the Las Vegas Monorail, rideshare and hotel shuttles, including pickup locations.
  • eNews: Stay up to date with the latest news before, during and after the Show.

“A lot of planning has gone into making the app a valuable resource for Showgoers and will make navigating the Show and staying informed easy,” said Gattuso. “Attendees should use it in their Show preparation, while experiencing the event onsite and after they return home form the Show.”

The 2019 SEMA Show mobile app can be downloaded at no cost from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or semashow.com/app

MESA Member Basin Tint and Sound Scored at Casino Royale Night

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DENVER, CO (10.28.2019) – THE 2019 MESA Summit, September 17th and 18th in Denver, concluded with a Casino Royale themed farewell event. Members attending were encouraged to wear James Bond attire. A highlight of the evening was the drawing for the amazing custom Poker Table created by 5Axis Innovations. Ben King, Basin Tint and Sound, Alamogordo NM was the lucky winner.

The custom Poker Table on the MESA Summit Show floor with RaceSport Lighting’s Ceasar Olaes (L) and Ignacio Ayala.

The Poker Table was prominently displayed on the MESA Summit show floor for all to see during the event. MESA Members were given a show floor map with instructions to visit each booth and have the vendor stamp their booth on the map . Completed maps were turned in for 2 tickets for the raffle drawing during the Casino Royale Farewell event.

Ben King (R) pictured with Jody Culbertson from 5Axis Innovations with the Poker Table… that was soon to be at King’s Basin Tint and Sound Store in Alamogordo NM.

King related to 12volt News “I noticed the Poker Table the minute I entered the show floor and went straight to it. I thought to my self it would be so cool to win this spectacular poker table. The attention to detail and overall construction of the Poker Table was absolutely top shelf. When the ticket was drawn, and my name was called, it was total shock.”

Upon returning to Alamogordo King, who drove to Denver, placed to Poker Table on the show floor at his store as soon as it came off his pickup truck. “The Poker Table has certainly received a lot of positive comments from customers. We recently participated as a store sponsor in a local poker run. When participants stopped in the store and saw the Poker Table they were amazed.”

Ben King on his store’s show floor with the Poker Table he won at the MESA Summit.

Jody Culbertson’s firm, 5Axis Innovations, created the one-off masterpiece. “In speaking with Ryan Gunter about this year’s MESA Summit he mentioned the Casino Royale themed Farewell Night. During our conversation the topic of a really cool prize to cap the evening’s activities came up. We brain stormed and the idea of a poker table popped up and that definitely fit the Casino Royale theme. At 5Axis we definitely have the ability to bring unique projects to life. After a few back and forth conversations we finalized the concept.”

The end product of the Poker Table was superb. The red playing card surface features the company logos of the MESA vendor partners silk screened in white. The armrest railing around the table is seamlessly fitted with vinyl. On the interior side of the armrest RaceSport Lighting LED’s light the playing surface. RaceSport Lighting also glows around the base of the Poker Table.

King drove the 500 miles to the MESA Summit. Once back in the custom shipping crate the Poker Table fit into the bed of King’s pickup for the drive back to Alamogordo from Denver.

Culbertson stated “We created the MESA Summit Poker Table totally from scratch as a one-off project. We work closely with Steve Jergensen at RaceSport Lighting and those LED’s really made the table a centerpiece at the MESA Summit. As fate would have it the winner, Ben King, drove to Denver. During the show floor teardown we took the table apart, put if back in the shipping box we made and loaded it in his pickup truck for the trip back to his store.”

Gunter, MESA Executive Director, stated “The Poker Table certainly grabbed a lot of attention on the show floor during the MESA Summit. The floor map for members to attend each vendors booth was a great incentive as every member was excited about the opportunity to win the Poker Table. Jody created a great prize and Ben King was thrilled to be the winner. As a matter of fact he plans to use it in promo activities at his store.”

Congratulations to Ben King and the very successful 2019 MESA Summit.

Visit mesadealer.com for more.

AudioControl Brings Complete Lineup of High Performance Car Audio Products to SEMA 2019

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SEATTLE, WA (10.25.2019) – AudioControl has announced that they will be showcasing a full lineup of premium aftermarket car audio products at the 2019 SEMA tradeshow in Las Vegas, Booth 11665 North Hall. Highlighted new models include 5-channel amplifiers with 1300 watts of total system power and available DSP. Additionally, AudioControl will introduce several new Load Generating Devices (LGD’s) that enable technicians to add aftermarket audio components to a wide range of OEM entertainment systems from Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and Maserati.

“Our newest amplifiers and LDG’s open up significant opportunities for our dealers, and we are very excited to showcase them at the upcoming SEMA show,” stated Chris Bennett, National Sales Director – Mobile at AudioControl. “Additionally, these new products round out the most compelling full line of aftermarket car audio products available from any brand, including premium amplifiers from 1 to 6-channels, our legendary DM-RTA audio analyzer and OEM integration solutions that represent vital opportunities to deliver best sound quality for each customer.”

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 at SEMA 2019, Booth 11665 in the North Hall

See audiocontrol.com for more.