GRAND ISLAND, NE (09.10.24) – Once again Edward’s Audio sponsored an event that drew a large crowd to downtown Grand Island. Several blocks in downtown were blocked off for 12volt and automotive enthusiasts to show off their rides. All who packed the street from curb -to-curb enjoyed their projects. This was a family friendly event and there was a bounce house for the kids, cornhole contest for attendees and food trucks. A USACi, MidWest SPL and BassWars SPL competitions were also part of the day’s activities.
The Arrowhead JBL trailer parked in front of Edward’s Audio set for demos, daring attendees to listen to the great JBL and Infinity speakers
Larry Alverez related, “Once again we had a terrific event. Show cars, classics, bikes and some UTVs lined the street in front of local shops downtown. Our store is on a corner and we were very busy throughout the day. Our JBL branded ‘Milk Truck’, loaded with JBL, was out front and drew a crowd, like a magnet, each time we cranked the volume. Chris Pace with Arrowhead Sales pulled in his JBL trailer for demos and parked right out front of our store this year.”
Pace related “This year’s event was the 11th Annual Rumble On The Island was probably the best ever. We were here at last year’s terrific event and this year was even better. To see so many people excited about the vehicles, enjoying music and getting demos in the JBL trailer was so exciting. Everyone who packed downtown was excited and having fun. We did demos all day, gave away prizes to forlks with the cornhole board tosses plus showed a bicylcle with the JBL handlebar system.”
Main Street in downtown Grand Island was packed for blocks.
Edward’s Audio owner Larry Alverez (R) is pictured with Chris Pace by the Arrowhead JBL trailer.
Continuing “There were booth setups from a number of local companies plus other 12volt companies. I had another retailer from western Nebraska who had ideas about an event in North Platte. and wanted to heck out this event. We was definitely impressed.”
The Edward’s Audio JBL ‘Milk Truck’ is actually a totally remodeled old school milk truck with an amazing paint job, custom cab interior with a custom listening room in the back. The audio system features 24 JBL woofers plus speakers.
The unique Edward’s Audio milk truck is loaded with JBL gear in the ultra custom installation.
Check out the JBL installation in the Milk Truck cab. Yes it will get loud!
Chris Pace concluded, “Once again the Edward’s Audio sponsored event in downtown Grand Island drew a big crowd. It is awesome to see proactive dealers, like Edward’s Audio, connecting with consumers to let them see, feel and hear how quality sound can add enjoyment to their everyday lives.”
Larry Alverez has owned in the business since 2014. With events like the Rumble on The Island Edward’s Audio will continue to drive the mobile electronics business in southeastern Nebraska for many years to come.
ALLISON PARK, PA (09.09.24) – Harry Kroll passed away on September 2nd following a battle with ALS.
Harry Kroll, Senior National Product Trainer at Pioneer for 33 years, will be remembered by all across the 12volt industry for his contributions to the growth of the industry. Harry’s career with Pioneer came to an unexpected conclusion in March of this year as he was diagnosed with ALS… known to many as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Since March of this year, Harry had lived at home with the loving care of his wife Deb and daughter Lexie.
Harry Kroll (L) pictured during a break at a Midwest Distributing show with Tom Kolar years ago.
Harry with a big smile at a Pittsburgh Penguins game earlier this year.
Harry is flanked at a Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game earlier this summer with Pioneer friends Jeffrey Shultz (L) and Carl ‘Bo‘ Smith.
During his career with Pioneer, Harry conducted well over 1000 product training sessions across the US and beyond. During that time tens of thousands of 12volt industry staff members occupied seats during his sessions in conference rooms and convention center halls. Very importantly, Harry’s training sessions went well beyond just the features of a particular Pioneer product. He related how the sales person could present and explain those features to a customer, and very importantly, the advantages of those features as well as the benefit to the consumer. In the Dale Carnegie training days that was the FAB presentation feature/advantage/benefit.
Harry waved to friends at his ‘July Wake’ from behind the screen in his wheelchair.
A portion of Harry’s friends who traveled to Pittsburgh and gathered for his ‘Wake’ July 27th.
Harry ended every training session with his signature phrase “The beatings will continue until the morale improves.” Since being diagnosed with ALS, in typical Harry style, he has stated “I’m giving the middle finger to ALS every day when I wake up.”
During the last 6 months Harry was supported by visits and communications with many industry members and friends. In typical Harry fashion he planned his ‘Wake’ that happened on July 27th in Pittsburg PA. A large number of friends made the trip to Pittsburgto see and spend their friend Harry Kroll.
Harry Kroll is survived by his wife of 33 years Deb Schilberg Kroll and daughter Lexi Kroll.
12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (09.07.24) 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 is now spinning in Year 6.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 287th time on Friday morning on September 6th. The Wheel landed on the JVC space and the XT Audio slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning spin was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in Miami to let them know the news that a JVC prize will be headed their way. There was no answer. Soon there was a call back from Juan and a disconnect. Will try to contact again..
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, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, EBS Audio, King Boxes, Lids-On-Demnd and Massive Audio. 12volt News $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the 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, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD, Xteme-Car Audio in Bremerton WA, Beltline Motors in Decatur AL, Ultimate Sounds in Chattanooga TN, Santa Fe Auto Sound in Overland Park KS, Soundelux Car Audio in Chula Vista CA, Kartele Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, BK Audio in Pasco WA, CenCal Audio in Madura CA, Xtreme Auto Sound in Louisville KY, Victorylap Auto Styling in East Moline IL, Car Trendz in Alexandria VA, BLVD Customs in Lakeland FL, Audio Systems in Montclair CA, Fitment_nyc_shop in Jamaica NY, King Audio in Norwalk CT. Foss Audio in Tukwila WA, OG Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, Tint and Tunes in Sacramento CA, Dr Dashboard in Evansville IN, The Sound Shop in Chino CA, Extreme Concepts in Albertville AL,The-King of Custom in Longwood FL, Car Audio Depot in Modesto CA and Audio Dreams in Acworth GA, PCH Custom Audio in Long Beach CA, Crazy Ralph’s Car Stereo in Gonzales LA, Joe’s Cycle Therapy in Somerset MA, Cal Custom Audio in Tracy CA, NWA Audio in Bentonville AR and XT Audio in Miami.
Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 288 on Friday, September 13th.
PHOENIX, AZ (09.06.24) – Orion Car Audio is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Orion XTR Amplifier collection, now available for immediate shipping from our East and West Coast warehouse locations.
We are proud to introduce the XTR amplifier series, designed to meet the demands of audiophiles who seek the highest sound quality and competitors looking for powerful, reliable amplification. These amplifiers provide exceptional durability and superb sound quality, making them ideal for car audio enthusiasts and competitors. With versatile power options for various setups, Orion XTR Amplifiers are the perfect choice for all your audio needs.
Bill Turner, Vice President of Dealer Success at Orion Car Audio, shares his excitement: The Orion XTR Amplifiers represent the pinnacle of audio innovation, delivering unparalleled sound quality and performance to our customers.
Exclusive Inventory Swap Opportunity: Upgrade Your Stock with Orion!
We’re excited to introduce our new No Questions Program, designed to give dealers unparalleled flexibility, support, and value. Whether you want to upgrade your inventory, secure the best pricing, or streamline your operations, Orion is here to help.
Bill Turner adds, “Through the Inventory Swap Program, we aim to offer our partners an innovative way to enhance their offerings and maximize the value of their inventory.”
Trade-In Your Inventory
Got new and unused inventory from other brands? With Orion’s Buy Back Program, you can trade in these products for a credit towards Orion products.
How It Works:
Provide a Copy of Your Invoice – Just send us your inventory invoice.
Send It Back to Our Warehouse – Ship the products back, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Dollar-for-Dollar Credit:
Receive a dollar-for-dollar credit for every eligible product returned, applicable to your next Orion purchase.
Contact us today at family@orioncaraudio.com to place your opening order and get full program details. Upgrade your inventory seamlessly with Orion XTR Amplifiers and take advantage of this exclusive program!
From customers to competitors and every retailer in between, if you have questions, reach out to us at Family@OrionCarAudio.com.
This message, information and offers supplied from the Orion Family.
CHATTANOOGA, TN (09.05.24) – The WFR Family Reunion took place from Tuesday, August 27 through Friday, August 30 at the Chattanooga Convention Center. Team SolarFX was in the house with a booth featuring SolarFX and Rogue Window Films. All of their competitors were sporting custom designed Team SolarFX T-shirts as they were competing during the event.
Shawn Vogler II and Shawn Vogler (R) ready for the event to begin.
Maverick Juarez with his hands full of $100 bills from winning the top drawing $1000 prize at the SolarFX dinner.
Shawn Vogler, Eric Gill, Jamil Gill and Shawn Vogler II (L to R) celebrate more fun.
Shawn Vogler related “It was an amazing event as the turnout was terrific with tons of competitors from all over the US competing. On the event floor competitors and attendees engaged in conversations that covered the entire scope of the window film industry. We are already planning and looking forward to next year.”
Avery Wells, Sean Gill, Eric Gill, Jamel Gill and Shawn Vogler (L to R) gathered for a photo op.,
Action in the Rogue booth on the show floor.
A portion of the event competition floor at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
Montana Johnson, Zach, Lewis and Jeremy Swanson spotlight their SolarFX custom T-shirts.
SolarFX also sponsored the first ever ‘Kids Tint Competition’ with the age groups of 5- 8, 9-13 and 14-17. “This event was a big hit for the first year and next year will be much larger as many parents want to help their kids compete” Vogler added.
Team Solar FX also hosted a dinner for competitors at the event following the awards presentations. There was a surprise drawing at the dinner and three lucky winters took home cash prizes in the amounts of $250, $500, and $1000. with Maverick Juarez winning the top prize of $1000.
DALLAS, TX (09.13.24) – SSR University has done it again! SSRU1.4: Sound Processing 101 held on Wednesday August 28h was an introduction to the simplicities behind Digital Sound Processing.
SSR North dealers and staff showed up in full force to take advantage of the opportunity to dive into a multi-part training series discussing the emergence of sound processing. Powerbass and DS18 showed up with some goodies to give away to some lucky winners and a good time was had by all….including a delicious buffet!
Attendees listen intently to the presentation by Paul Galanos.
After the training session, there was a raffle drawing as Paul Galanos was having some fun as prize winners are also a picture. The PowerBass prize is also pictured.
Paul Galanos presented the session that included the fundamental value of equalization, crossover networks, slope, time alignment that led to the features and benefits of an electronic digital sound processor in the car audio system as well as the importance to the 12volt marketplace with consumers.
Members of the training session proudly hold their certificates.
In addition Galanos encouraged attendees to interact with one another to share knowledge and experiences they have had on the sales floor. Sharing those experiences can help all understand new opportunities to help propel all to the next level in tuning and staying up-to-date on new technology.
Per usual, Tracy Farr & his crew stayed late for the entire event establishing SSR Dallas as the standard of integrity in the industry.
DES MOINES, IA (09.03.24) – Mid-State Distributing is among the first few distributors to partner with MTX as they began to bring aboard distributors in specific areas of the country. Mid-State is offering the entire line of MTX Mobile, Marine and Powersports products in North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota.
Steve Brown (L) and Casey Johnson in front of the MTX wall in the Des Moines HQ. Brown handles the shipping department while Johnson is the Territory Manager.
“Mid-State has been a key player in this industry for as long as I can remember, and they have an exceptional reputation for prioritizing the needs of their dealers and manufacturing partners. We’re looking forward to a great start together as we launch dozens of new products over the next year” Jason Fickas, MTX Vice President, related.
Stocked MTX shelves in the warehouse.
Jeff Hedden, President of Mid-State Distributing, stated, “We are excited to be working with a company that has been making unique product solutions for the 12-volt industry for the past 45 years. This fully rounded line will be a great fit in the ever-growing line of products we currently provide for our customers at Mid-State.”
A wide selection of MTX products set the ship in the warehouse.
“We are very excited to be involved with MTX again at Mid-State. Since receiving inventory a couple weeks ago we hit the ground running with a lot of inventory for dealer’s needs. The Thunder Form line has been very successful. The vehicle specific UT ATV line has also been very popular” Kasey Johnson, Territory Manager, commented.
For more information, see below: MTX Western Regional Sales Manager: Ceasar Olaes Ceasar.Olaes@mitekusa.com Mid-State Distributing Territory Manager Kasey Johnson: k.johnson@m-state.com
SHREVEPORT LA (09.01.24) From the 12Volt Central Studios we say “Happy Labor Day 2024 to all across the 12Volt Industry”
This first Monday of September Federal Holiday honors all who work day-in and day-out to get the job done for the continuing success of their company in the marketplace.
Thinking back over my personal 60 plus years in the 12 Volt workforce, I know it’s not always easy or fun.
Those 60 years include retail sales through the 60’s and 70’s, award winning Sony distributor principal and rep through the 80’s and the following 3 decades of delivering fresh 12Volt Industry News publications.
The uncertainties in the world today doesn’t make it any easier to succeed in today’s workplace.
Please recharge a bit over Labor Day weekend and let’s all work together to contribute to the overall success of the 12Volt Industry going forward into the future.
The 12Volt Central Studios Staff will continue to deliver Fresh, Positive industry news each and every day.
12VOLT CENTRAL STUDIOS (08.31.24) 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 is now spinning in Year 6.
The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for the 286th time on Friday morning August 30th. The Wheel landed on the CRUX space and the Signature of Heaven 777 slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning spin was posted. A video of the Wheel spin was also posted.
We reached out to the lucky winning retailer in West Liberty KY to let them know the news that the CRUX prize will be headed their way. We talked to the owner Harrison Manyoma and he was happy to hear the news that a CRUX prize world be headed that way. Harrison said his store sells a lot of CRUX interfacing products.
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, RDV, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, Kenwood, JVC, THINKWARE, Race Sport Lighting, EBS Audio, King Boxes and Massive Audio. 12volt News $100. cash awards also have spaces on the 12volt Spin-To-Wheel for the 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, Audio Plus in Eden NC, Seismic AutoSound in Novato CA, Car Audio Addicts in Pittsburgh PA and AudioKing Tinting in Yakima WA, Arias Tint and Alarms in Duncanville TX, Odeh Car Audio in Gadsden AL, 12volt Specialist in Newark DE, Cutting Edge Audio in San Diego CA, Southern Auto Fab in Lafayette LA, California Sound in Fontana CA, Big Boyz Toyz in Florence SC, 740 Audio in Athens OH and 12volt Outfitters in Hollywood FL., High Quality Auto Sound, Lawrence MA, Custom Car Stereo SC in Spartanburg SC, Zier Box in Dallas TX, Maximum in Manville NJ, Audio Car Stereo in Miami FL, Mach 1 Audio in Washington MO, Doren Car Stereo in Queens Village NY, Side-x-Side Audio in South Charleston WV, Sound Concept in Nanuet NY, Pda Road Gear in Littleton CO and A-Plus Audio and Tinting Newington CT, Audio Electronics in Indianapolis IN, Tint and Sound in Frederick MD, Tint World Wilmington DE, VIP Autoworks in Mentor OH, All Out Audio in Killeen TX, Yong’s Audio in Indianapolis IN, Custom Audio Concepts in Lima OH, Clear Vibrations in Quakertown PA, The Outlaw Garage in Columbia TN, Xpert Car Audio in Layton UT, No Doubt Window Tint in Ardmore OK, San Diego Car Stereo in San Diego CA, Smart Audio in Lawrence MA, Car Audio One in Chula Vista CA, Audio Excellence in Orlando FL, Ultimate Sounds 1 in Wilmington NC, King Kong Custom Audio in Albuquerque NM. Manny’s Customs in Stockton CA, OD Car Audio in Pasco WA, Car Tunes on Line in Largo FL, INOV8 Audio in Houston TX, Kartel Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, Pro Auto Sound in Hialeah FL Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Fabulous Auto Alarms in Passaic NJ, Jimmy_Sound_System in Lawrence MA, American Audio Concepts in Houston TX, Arias Tint and Alarm in Duncanville TX, Big Papas Car Audio in Cincinnati OH, Houston Audio Lab in Houston TX, 901 Sound in Memphis TN, Kurtz Car Stereo in Traverse City MI, Sound By Stephen, Music In Motion in Alsip IL, Current Automotive Design in Sparta NJ, Prestige Sounds in Pompano Beach FL, Mobile AVC in Brunswick ME, Telza Audio in Columbia SC, Limelight Automotive in Webster NY, Victory Lap Auto Restyling East Moline IL, Unique Audio VA in Lorton VA, Builds by Paul in Litchfield AZ, Voodoo Customs in Haltom City TX, Elevated Design in Phoenix AZ, Mobilework/Tintworks in Santa Maria CA, Nappo Car Audio in Houston, Platinum Car Audio in Washington, Ballistic Audiowerks in Smithsburg MD, Xteme-Car Audio in Bremerton WA, Beltline Motors in Decatur AL, Ultimate Sounds in Chattanooga TN, Santa Fe Auto Sound in Overland Park KS, Soundelux Car Audio in Chula Vista CA, Kartele Mobile Electronics in Waterbury CT, BK Audio in Pasco WA, CenCal Audio in Madura CA, Xtreme Auto Sound in Louisville KY, Victorylap Auto Styling in East Moline IL, Car Trendz in Alexandria VA, BLVD Customs in Lakeland FL, Audio Systems in Montclair CA, Fitment_nyc_shop in Jamaica NY, King Audio in Norwalk CT. Foss Audio in Tukwila WA, OG Car Audio in Kissimmee FL, Tint and Tunes in Sacramento CA, Dr Dashboard in Evansville IN, The Sound Shop in Chino CA, Extreme Concepts in Albertville AL,The-King of Custom in Longwood FL, Car Audio Depot in Modesto CA and Audio Dreams in Acworth GA, PCH Custom Audio in Long Beach CA, Crazy Ralph’s Car Stereo in Gonzales LA, Joe’s Cycle Therapy in Somerset MA, Cal Custom Audio in Tracy CA and NWA Audio in Bentonville AR.
Congratulations to all.
WTF… Where’s The Fun……On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 287 on Friday, September 6th.
PIGEON FORGE, TN (08.30.24) – The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion took place at the LaConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN from Thursday, August 22nd to Saturday, August 24th. This was the third time that Alpine attended the event offering the latest dash and audio solutions designed specifically for the Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator drivers.
“We had a very successful event at the 2024 Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion once again due to our strong relationship with Tampa-based Alpine authorized retailer Soundwaves Tampa and Alpine authorized fulfillment partner, DOW Technologies” Allison Saunders, Marketing Supervisor Brand, stated.
The Alpine presence was strong with displays, demo vehicles and on-site installations.
Alpine products stacked early in the day for installations scheduled for the day.
Continuing, “While we were setting up for the event on Wednesday, we already had customers coming to our booth, asking to purchase a product so they could be first install on Thursday morning. From the start on Thursday, until the end of the event on Saturday, there was never a moment that our installation bays were not full. Our amazing Soundwaves of Tampa has it down to a science now The Soundwaves of Tampa Team deeply understand Alpine Jeep products, the Jeep itself and the needs of the Jeep customer. They went above and beyond to assure that every customer drove away with a smile on their face.”
The install bays were full in this great image from DOW Technologies.
The Soundwaves Tampa crew was very busy with installations throughout the event.
Concluding “This was our third time at the event and our customers always make sure to stop by. We even saw a handful of customers from last year and the prior event who updated their radio and now wanted to upgrade their sound system. Overall, it was a very successful event and we look forward to attending next year with our same partners” Saunders related.
The amazing Alpine “Switchback” 2020 Jeep Gladiator showcased a custom truck bed build that featured 40 motorized Bluetooth speakers that activated for optimum sound positioning.
A 2018 Jeep Wrangler demo vehicle was on site featuring the i509-WRA-JL with a 9-inch weather-resistant digital media receiver with Hi-Res audio playback. This unit was intentionally designed with a Jeep driver in mind to visually emulate the design identity of the Jeep interior and retain the features Jeep drivers use the most.
Alpine’s 2015 Jeep Wrangler was also on site with similar Jeep specific solutions designed for the older Jeep wranglers. The Alpine show vehicle “Switchback” is a 2020 Jeep Gladiator that showcased a custom truck bed build that featured 40 motorized Bluetooth speakers that articulated for optimum sound positioning.
Look for Alpine in 2025 to once again to have a strong presence at the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion.
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