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D’Amore Engineering Displayed New US Patented Technology at the MasterTech Expo

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MESA, AZ (03.10.23) – “On February 28th we were awarded a 2nd US Patent for our Current Averaging Technology for Audio Amplifiers…It’s US Patent 11,594,955. The first patent is 11,204,955. The idea of these 2 patents is that it enables the installation of big amplifiers into things that don’t normally have a beefy enough electrical system to support a big amplifier” Tony D’Amore stated.

Tony D’Amore in front of the Polaris RZR the rocked with his company’s new U.S. Patented Technology.
Attendees at the MasterTech Expo were amazed by the RZR’s system’s quality sound and volume.

To demo the technology D’Amore Engineering exhibited in a booth at the MasterTech Expo in Mesa, AZ March 5th-8th.

Continuing “We put 2700 Watts RMS into a Polaris side by side….complete with 18 inch subwoofer!! All of this on the stock electrical system which consists of 2 very small motorcycle batteries only. The Polaris was constructed at our facility, only 4 miles from the event, and showcased our patented technology to the large turnout at the MasterTech Expo on the grounds of the Mesa Convention Center.”

Tony D’Amore holds the latest U.S. Patent for the company’s Current Averaging Technology in the D’Amore Engineering AZ HQ.

“The demonstration of our Current Averaging Technology was truly a big hit. I think our booth had more traffic than most of the other booths on the outside exhibit area. We would like to ship by SEMA 2023 and launch there” D’Amore concluded.

For more see damoreengineering.com

Pete and Barbra Muller of Tint World Awarded Franchisee of the Year by International Franchise Association

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LAS VEGAS, NV (03.09.23) – The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named Pete and Barbra Muller, owners of two Tint World Automotive Styling Centers locations in Orlando, Florida, as two of its 2023 Franchisees of the Year. The Mullers were honored at the 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas for being outstanding franchise establishment owner-operators.

“Franchisee of the Year recipients represent the best in franchising,” said Matthew Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association. “This is the highest honor IFA awards to individual franchisees, and local business owners like Pete and Barbra exemplify the power of franchising and its positive contributions to communities around the world.”

Pete and Barbra Muller are flanked by representatives of the International Franchise Association during the recent 63rd IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV.

The Franchisee of the Year Award, sponsored by IFA’s partner Paychex, recognizes leading franchise owners from IFA member brands whose outstanding performance and contributions help protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model. Nominated by their parent company, individuals are selected for their service to their communities, fostering a strong and vibrant workforce, opening the doors for career growth and entrepreneurship, and supporting their fellow franchisees.

“Tint World offers outstanding support and innovative franchise systems that have driven our success in Orlando,” Pete Muller said. “We’re proud to deliver Tint World’s premium products and services to the automotive community here and committed to continuing to meet their high standards and expectations into the future.”

Tint World Automotive Styling Centers offer sales and installation of auto accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more. Tint World is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.

“Pete and Barbra are dynamic representatives of the Tint World family, and their success reflects their passion,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO and president of Tint World. “They provide a great example of the opportunities available through our innovative system and strategy.”

There are approximately 800,000 franchised businesses across the U.S., providing over 8.4 million direct jobs and generating over $800 billion in economic output. According to Oxford Economics, franchising on average provides higher wages and better benefits than non-franchised businesses, as well as greater entrepreneurial opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, and other underrepresented communities.

Visit tintworld.com for more.

The MasterTech Expo Day 2 Continued Strong at the Mesa Convention Center

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MESA, AZ (03.08.23) – The MasterTech Expo 2023, that exceeded its targets for exhibitors and attendees in its second year, continued strong on Day 2. Its expansion over the 2022 show enabled larger class sizes and more attendees.

The main hall was a gathering area for attendees to see a wide variety of custom fabrication projects.
Chip Foose and MasterTech Expo host Bryan Schmitt are center stage in this session.

MasterTech Expo 2023 featured special guest Chip Foose, renowned vehicle designer and builder, who conducted a live design session for attendees on the main show floor, backed by a video wall that allowed attendees to see his work up close.

The sophomore show also added new technology as well. The Master Design and School of Fab courses both centered on demonstrations matching OEM design, styling tips and materials use when adding equipment and enclosers to a factory interior.

Garry Springgay conducting “SubSonic” in the Modern Tech track.
Marcus Vasconcellos (R) covering new KENWOOD products and applications for motorcycles as the cruising season is here.

“We’re extremely pleased with the turnout and excitement happening at our second show,” said Bryan Schmitt, founder of MasterTech Expo. “It’s both exciting and gratifying to see so many industry participants find value in what we are doing here at the MasterTech Expo in the Mesa Convention Center. We look forward to a better and more fulfilling presentation each year.”

In the outdoor exhibit area the Team Nutz crew checked out the latest from MEMPHIS AUDIO. Mark Schleipfer (L)-Powersports Division Manager and Nick LoMonaco (3rd)-MEMPHIS AUDIO President showed Ed, Tom and Ben the lineup on Day 2.
JVC debuted a Polaris Ranger loaded with new powersports amps and speakers… custom installed by Brad’s Car Tunes.

Planning for the 2024 trade show and training exhibition has already begun as show organizers look at additional spaces near the Mesa Convention Center to house more classes and vendor attractions.

For more information, or to attend MasterTech Expo, visit mastertechexpo.com.

The Highly Anticipated 2nd MasterTech Expo Is Underway and Exceeding Attendance and Exhibit in Metrics

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MESA, AZ (03.07.23) – The MasterTechExpo 2023 has exceeded its targets for exhibitors and attendees in its second year. Its expansion over the 2022 show has enabled larger class sizes and more attendees. Planning for the 2024 tradeshow and training exhibition has already begun as show organizers look at additional spaces near the Mesa Convention Center to house more classes and vendor attractions.

MasterTech Expo 2023, running March 5th-8th at the Mesa Convention Center, has added several new attractions, including a larger concert venue, allocations for more exhibitors, three new award categories and additional automotive aftermarket classes. Special guest Chip Foose, renowned vehicle designer and builder, will conduct a live design session for attendees on the main show floor, backed by a video wall that will allow attendees to see his work up close.

Attendees gathered in front of the stage Sunday evening before the open ceremonies.
This packed session post from @cartronicstn shows the Monday part 1 of 4 classes on custom fab and mastering center consoles.

The sophomore show adds new technology as well. The Master Design and School of Fab courses will both center on a fully digitized vehicle that will be used to demonstrate matching OEM design, styling tips and materials use when adding equipment and enclosers to a factory interior.

“The weather is great in Mesa AZ… JBL and Infinity are on display. The JBL Arena X Tundra is on display with an Arena X demo studio. We are seeing super action in our booth and invite all at the MasterTech Expo to check it out” Shawn Spedding related.
Ed Nuttall, Ben Bjerke and Tom Mays (L to R) from Team Nutz, flew into Phoenix from Pittsburgh early Sunday morning to attend the MasterTech Expo.

“We’re extremely pleased with the anticipated turnout and excitement building around our second show,” said Bryan Schmitt, founder of MasterTech Expo. “It’s both exciting and gratifying to see so many industry participants find value in what we are doing. We look forward to a better and more fulfilling presentation each year.”

The Team Nutz crew from Pittsburgh-Ed, Ben and Tom- attended the Wet Sounds training presented by Carl Campbell on Monday evening.

For more information, or to attend MasterTech Expo, visit mastertechexpo.com.

This article supplied by MEDIAWire and updated.

The KICKER AMA ArenaCross 2023 Series Rolled Into The National Center Amarillo

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AMARILLO, TX (03.06.23) – The KICKER AMA ArenaCross 14-City Series rolled into the 10,000 seat Amarillo National Center on Friday March 3rd. Tunes and Tint, a strong KICKER dealer in Amarillo, was in the house with a 5 member team.

“It was terrific to have the Tunes and Tint crew at the event and under the KICKER tent in the lobby. It was also terrific, and a big surprise, when Brad Ganz arrived at the event. Brad is the KICKER Central Regional Sales Manager and is on the mend from a very serious accident on the mountain bike trail and his travel have been very limited” Lorin Morrell, who orchestrates the KICKER AMA Arenacross Series events, related.

Lorin Morrell (3rd from L) is flanked by the Tunes and Tint team members at the event.
An excited Lorin Morrell with Brad Ganz in his vintage 1973 long sleeve T-Shirt.

A very busy Pit Party got the action started very shortly after the doors opened. Attendees walked the track and had an opportunity to meet the riders and check out the motorcycles they would be riding around the track and flying high over the mounds. As soon as riders left the starting gate the track was red hot as riders and attendees were Livin’ Loud.

The track was packed with enthusiasts for the Pit Party that got the night off to a fast start.
The stands filled as the racing was set to begin.

The KICKER tent in the lobby area, that virtually everyone who entered Amarillo National Center had to pass by, showcased a wide selection pf KICKER products for all to check out.

Brad Ganz offered “The event went very well. It was indeed wondrerful to have the staff from Tunes and Tint at the event. They were able to book a few appointments for KICKER installs and tint for this next week. They were all so very excited and they can not wait to do an event like this again in the future with KICKER. It was so much fun watching Stacy hand out KICKER lanyards and Koozies. She was just so enthusiastic and cleaver about it. She was able to get so many people to come up to the booth and ask questions about KICKER along with Tunes and Tint.”

The Bullfrog winner, all smiles with his Bullfrog prize, is flanked by Mike from Tunes and Tint along with Lorin Morrell (R).

“Powersports, trucks and marine are strong categories in the area..so the KICKER PowerBar grabbed attention. I talked with one fellow, who had a Soundbar from another brand, and he was so amazed at how much better the KICKER PowerBar sounded than what he has when I cranked it up” Morrell related.

Concluding Morrell stated “In addition to the action on the track wrapped KICKER T-shirts were tossed into the crowd during race breaks and track maintenance periods. A special KICKER T had a certificate wrapped inside for a KICKER BullFrog prize to be picked up at the KICKER display in the lobby. The crowd member who caught the KICKER T with the certificate was very happy when he went to the booth and picked up his Bullfrog prize.”

Wes Kain encouraging crowd members to wave their checkered flags for a chance to win a KICKER Lifestyle prize.

Crowd members also participated in flag-waving sessions as Wes Kain was on the PA system exciting members of the crowd to wave checkered flags for a chance to win KICKER Lifestyle products. All the winners smiled with Kicker prizes in their hands.

The next stop on the 2023 AMA KICKER Arenacross 14-City Series is Tulsa OK on Friday, March 10th.

Visit kicker.com for more.

Remembering Larry Frederick

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PHOENIX AZ (03.04.23) Larry Frederick, a truly unique member of the 12volt industry, passed away on Thursday afternoon March 2nd. Larry had been in rehab following back surgeries and anticipated getting back to work driving business at Cicada Audio. Larry Frederick was always on the leading edge of product development to fill a specific need. He founded Cicada Audio to fill the need for top quality audio products across the fast growing motorcycle category. Larry had a fast ride on many bikes until his recent passing on Thursday March 2nd.

Larry Frederick holds new Cicada Audio products in the company’s Phoenix HQ on June 17th, 2021.

Members, across all sections of the 12volt industry, remember Larry Frederick as a man who did not mence words in any setting to make a point. In one instance probably 2 decades ago Larry, who was making an industry presentation during a meeting, was asked by the event organizer to leave the room for words he used during the presentation.

Larry Frederick had several business lives in the 12volt industry including Cerwin Vega/Diamond Audio, Elettromedia, Phoenix Gold plus Alpine and Concept.

In the business arena Larry Frederick was business casual with Tommy Bahama shirts, shorts and sneakers. But with a definite plan.

Larry Frederick dressed for work in this November 23, 2021 post showing inventory in stock in the Phoenix warehouse.

The 12volt Central Studios offers great symphany to Larry’s wife Adrianna along with daughters Catherine and Ashley. Condolences to all the friends Larry he enjoyed across the 12volt industry.

Larry Frederick will continue his ride as Cicada Audio stays on highways across the US and beyond. When a favorite song comes on as you ride honk the horn twice for Larry Frederick.

Stay tuned for more.

Kartel Mobile Electronics Wins Corzus Prize on The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 217

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SHREVEPORT LA (03.04.23) WTF…Win This Friday. Kartel Mobile Electronics won the Corzus prize on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel 217 on Friday morning, March 3rd.

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 5.

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The 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel rolled for 217th time on Friday morning March 3rd. The Wheel landed on the Corzus space and the Kartel Mobile Electronics slip was drawn from the jar. An Instagram post of the winning slip was posted. A video of the wheel spin was also posted.

We reached out by telephone to the winning retailer in Waterbury CT. A nice lady answered the phone and was very happy to hear the news and would pass the news to Mike the owner.

Spinning out a winner each Friday, a lucky 12volt retailer can win a cool prize and top brands receive visibility across the marketplace.

12volt brands with a space on the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel include Kicker, NavAtlas, SiriusXM, PowerBass, CRUX, JBL, RDV Automotive, Kenwood, JVC, SD Lighting, Nakamichi and Maximum Power. 12volt News $100. cash awards 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 and INOV8 Audio..

Congratulations to all.

WTF… Where’s the Fun. On the next spin of the 12volt Spin-To-Win Wheel… on Friday, March 3rd.

KICKER Marine Audio Wins Best in Entertainment In Bonnier Best Marine Electronics and Technology Awards 2023

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Stillwater, OK – KICKER Marine Audio is proud to announce that its new series of KMXL marine speakers took the 2023 Best in Entertainment award in Bonnier Corp’s third annual Best Marine Electronics and Technology competition. While five other marine companies like KVH, Simrad, Garmin, Lowrance and Furuno won the other seven awards for various types of navigation, radar, imaging and satellite equipment, KICKER Marine Audio brought premium performance, Real Marine™ durability and immersive sound to the awards competition.

The “Best Elex” awards selections are reviewed by a panel of eight judges from Bonnier Corp’s editorial team, including Boating, Yachting, Saltwater Sportsman and Cruising World and are evaluated based on innovative technology.

Designed for use in the most demanding marine audio installations where ultimate power and performance are required, while building upon KICKER’s Real Marine TM design ethics and standards, the new KMXL horn-loaded coaxial loudspeakers incorporate several unique features that set them apart from traditional marine speakers.

A proprietary high-frequency horn design gives the KMXL series superior sonic performance, providing incredibly smooth and easy listening, even at extremely high volumes. This proprietary horn geometry prevents acoustic resonances and standing waves, for fatigue-free, long-term enjoyment. Super-efficient, lightweight midrange cone assemblies and advanced built-in crossover networks round out the KMXL designs for unrivaled sound performance and ease of installation.

Like all KICKER Marine Audio speakers, the KMXL series comes with UV treated grilles in both charcoal and white while its cones, baskets and grills are UV and salt fog tested and certified to withstand the marine environment. Speaker hardware is forged from rustproof 316L stainless steel for years of enjoyable use. Neodymium magnets in the motor assembly provide tremendous power, while being extremely light weight. The KMXL speakers come in 3 sizes: KMXL65 (6.5”) KMXL8 (8”) and the KMXL69 (6×9”). While the smaller speakers have a Recommended Amplifier Power (RMS) of 15-150 watts, the 8” speakers have been tested to run all day from 15-250 watts. And like most of the KICKER Marine Audio speaker lines, they incorporate RGB LED lighting. $649.99-869.99 UMAP

“KICKER Marine Audio is proud to have received this award from such a prestigious group of publications who know and understand the intricacies of marine audio,” said Jeremy Bale, KICKER Brand Manager, “We thank Bonnier for recognizing our design, engineering and top-quality sound.”  

When upgrading a boat’s sound system—or installing a new one—look to the KICKER Marine Audio brand for dependability, durability and the best customer service in the industry. For more information visit http://www.kicker.com/marine-audio.

KICKER ® Joins the MasterTech Expo in Arizona

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STILLWATER, USA – KICKER ® will attend its first MasterTech Expo at the Mesa (Ariz.) Convention Center, March 6-8. KICKER will be in booths 201 and 202, located by the concession area on the show floor. In a one-time offer, KICKER dealers and associates can log onto the company’s KNET portal and find a code to save money on registration fees to attend the Expo.

The entire KICKER product line will be on display, including the new PXA Waterproof Amplifiers, ST-Series P.A.-style Speakers, Competition Gold Subwoofers and award-winning KMXL Horn-Loaded Marine Speakers.

The KICKER Tech Force training group will join Joe Hobart, KICKER’s Director of Electrical Engineering, to host a manufacturers training focusing on modern audio integration techniques, aimed at the quick identification of acoustic and electrical challenges that installers face when adding amplifiers. The class will also discuss the equipment needed to diagnose the issue.

A completely unique event in the aftermarket industry, the MasterTech Expo consists of industry experts training builders and enthusiasts in several vital aspects of aftermarket production and business operations. Each attendee can choose one of several educational “tracks”, including fabrication, audio integration, upholstery, advanced design concepts and more. This year, legendary designer Chip Foose will take attendees through a live sketch session.

For more details and to register, industry enthusiasts can visit http://www.mastertechexpo.com.

The KICKER Marine Training Roadshow With Celsus UK Across The Pond

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NANTES FRANCE (03.01.23) KICKER distributor Celsus UK is getting a head start on the Marine season on the European continent. A 3-City training roadshow has been planned and KICKER’s David Glasgow, International Sales Manager, and Aaron Malin, Tech Force Global Training Manager, have traveled to Europe. They landed in France on Saturday, February 25th.

12VoltNews Attachments 3:32 PM (13 minutes ago) to me Mike Keenan, CelsusUK Sales Representative, is flanked by KICKER’s David Glasgow (L) and Aaron Malin. The trio is pictured in Nantes France during the weekend preceding the KICKER Marine CelsusUK product training roadshow in France, Italy and Germany.

“It was a long flight from the U.S.and cold when we arrived in France. We had dinner Saturday night and prepared on Sunday for the tour. Mike Keenan, Celsus UK representative, will guide us as the three of us take the KICKER Marine training roadshow to sessions in France, Italy and Germany” Glasgow related.

Following the training session at Kent Marine Equipment in Nantes the group gathered for an image in the meeting room. Five Kent Marine staff members hold their training certificates. KICKER’s Aaron Malin, 3rd from L, gives a big Thumb’s Up. David Glasgow is pictured 3rd from R.

“Mike Keenan is joined this week by Aaron Malin and David Glasgow from Kicker to tour three major countries on a dedicated Marine products training roadshow. Starting in the south of France with our distributor Kent Marine, then on to visit Indemar in Italy and finally Bukh-Bremen in Germany for what we expect to be a trio of engaging staff and dealer training sessions” Mark Baker, Celsus Director, stating the plan for the roadshow from Celsus UK Poole England HQ.

The Day-1 KICKER product training roadshow took place at Kent Marine Equipments location in Nantes France on Monday, February 27th. “It was an incredible first day of the training roadshow. There were 5 Kent Marine staff members in the meeting room. Aaron conducted a very informative meeting. David and Mike worked to set up all the gear in the meeting rooms. Kent Marine staff members received their training certificates and are ready to go overboard with Kicker Marine in their marketplace” Baker related.

After the Kent Marine training Glasgow, Keenan and Malin (LtoR) enjoyed refreshments at a local establishment.

“KICKER is an amazing partner and Aaron is one of the most entertaining and enthusiastic trainers in the industry. Giving our distribution partners the right tools for success is a major part of what sets KICKER and Celsus apart from the crowd” Baker concluded.

KICKER Marine arrived well prepared with gear to conduct the 3 training sessions on the products training roadshow.

Tuesday was a travel day from France to Italy for the Wednesday training with Indemar. Thursday is a travel day from Italy to Germany for the final KICKER Marine CelsusUK roadshow training stop with Bukh-Bremen. Stay tuned for more from the KICKER Marine product training roadshow in Italy and Germany.