LOS ANGELES, CA (03.23.26) – Massive Audio is spotlighting the H82XX, an 8-inch Hippo Series subwoofer built for enthusiasts who want serious output, durability, and musical control in a compact format.

Key Performance Highlights

• 8″ subwoofer rated at 1400 watts RMS / 2800 watts peak.
• 2.5″ dual 2-ohm voice coil for flexible wiring and strong thermal handling.
• 170oz dual-stacked strontium motor with vented back plate and basket for heat dissipation.
• Cast aluminum basket, heavy-duty triple tinsel leads, and direct input wire connection.
• Kevlar-reinforced cone, fiberglass woven dust cap, foam surround, and 15mm X-max for controlled excursion.
• 90.1 dB sensitivity with sealed and ported enclosure guidance available in the user guide.

“The H82XX was built for listeners who want serious low-end response from a compact woofer without giving up musical accuracy or daily reliability.” – John Velez

Built for Real-World Installs
The H82XX brings the Massive Audio Hippo Series approach to an 8-inch format that works well where space matters. Its motor strength, cone rigidity, and cooling design help deliver clean, authoritative bass for custom builds, daily drivers, and output-focused systems alike.

Dealer and Product Information
For product details, enclosure guidance, and dealer inquiries, visit Massive Audio or contact your Massive Audio sales representative John Velez. H82XX is part of the brand’s ongoing commitment to high-performance audio solutions built for enthusiasts and professionals.

Visit www.massiveaudio.com for more.

Aaron and Jacob –STILLWATER, OK (03.20.26) – KICKER strengthened its commitment to technical education by visiting Franklin Technology Center in Joplin, Missouri, on February 19. KICKER Training representatives Aaron Malin and Jacob Luckey conducted an interactive session with automotive students as part of the SkillsUSA national workforce program.

This was the second time KICKER has partnered with instructor Joe Flynn’s class in the last three years. The session included an overview of KICKER, fundamentals of car-audio systems, listening demonstrations, and hands-on activities. Students assisted in setting up the KICKER’s SkillsUSA amplifier and subwoofer training rigs. Several pairs of KICKER earbuds were awarded as prizes to participating students.

“We enjoy working with the students at the technical schools,” Malin said.  “Many don’t know that car audio can be a very exciting and lucrative career. Everyone loves music!”

Flynn, the automotive mentor at Franklin Technology Center, noted, “Our students had a great opportunity to learn from Aaron and Jacob, who taught them the science behind mobile electronics and the proper way to wire and set up an audio system for the best performance.”

KICKER’s outreach highlights the company’s dedication to inspiring the next generation of mobile-audio enthusiasts and professionals. Through such initiatives, KICKER aims to showcase the rewarding opportunities in the car-audio industry and support hands-on learning in automotive technology programs.

Visit kicker.com for more.

MIAMI, FL (03.19.26) – Orion Car Audio is turning up the pressure on the 12V industry with the launch of five new high-output bass processors: XTR-BP25, XTR-BP20, HCCA-BP35, HCCA-BP30, and CBP10 — built to deliver maximum output, cleaner signal, and real-world results that sell on the spot.

Designed for today’s performance-driven market, every unit in the lineup features 10V pre-amp output, pushing a stronger, cleaner signal to amplifiers — translating into harder-hitting bass, tighter response, and noticeably louder systems with minimal noise.

This isn’t just an upgrade — it’s an instant, demo-ready difference your customers will hear immediately.

BUILT ACROSS THREE DOMINANT SERIES: XTR • HCCA • COBALT

XTR-BP25 — BASS RESTORATION THAT SELLS ITSELF

Engineered to recover low frequencies lost in compressed audio, making it a must-have add-on for streaming-based systems. Perfect for fast upgrades and easy attachment sales.

XTR-BP20 — TOTAL CONTROL, ANY BUILD

From tight punch to deep low-end, this processor gives installers complete tuning flexibility across any setup — making it a go-to solution for custom systems.

HCCA-BP35 — PURE SIGNAL POWER

Built on Orion’s legendary HCCA platform, delivering high-output signal strength for serious builds and high-performance customers who demand more.

HCCA-BP30 — PERFORMANCE YOU CAN SEE

Combines aggressive 10V output with a real-time voltage display, adding both function and visual impact — a premium upsell driver.

CBP10 — COMPACT, PROFIT-DRIVEN PERFORMANCE A high-value digital bass processor designed for entry-to-mid-level systems, delivering immediate improvement in output and clarity. Small footprint. Big sales potential.

WHY THIS LINE MOVES PRODUCT FAST

• 10V pre-amp output = instant system upgrade your customers can hear
• Built for streaming-era audio (bass restoration is no longer optional)
• Covers multiple price points — from entry to high-performance
• Perfect add-on to head units, amps, and subwoofer packages
• Fast, easy upsell that increases ticket size on every install
• Backed by Orion’s proven brand power

This lineup isn’t just about performance — it’s built to help dealers close faster, sell bigger systems, and maximize every install.

Now available for distribution. Dealer inquiries: family@orioncaraudio.com

STILLWATER, OK (03.19.26) – KICKER’s new KMFC65 and KMFC8 coaxial tower systems crank out serious mid-bases and high frequency volume, cutting through wind and waves! These flat mount marine speakers deliver loud, high fidelity sound was strong bass that keeps the party going strong on the water.

The new models come with stylish grills featuring 7-color LED lighting and are available in black or white to match the boats color perfectly. Built tough with UV treated polypropylene woofers and Santoprene surrounds the tower speakers mount easily to flat surfaces with hidden wiring for a clean professional look.

KICKER is Livin’Loud on the waves.

For more see kicker.com.

CAMARILLO, CA (03.17.26) – SSV Works announced the launch of its new Plug-&-Play Rear-Seat 10″ Subwoofer Add-On Kit engineered specifically for the 2026 Polaris RZR Pro R factory audio system.

For 2026, Polaris introduced an 8-channel, 1500-watt factory amplifier and pre-ran a rear subwoofer output harness to the rear seat area. SSV Works designed this kit to take advantage of that factory layout, creating a true add-on solution that drops under the rear driver-side seat and plugs directly into the factory rear subwoofer output, with no wire routing, no dash teardown, and no fabrication. The result is a fast, clean upgrade for Pro R owners who want more bass from their factory system without committing to a full aftermarket audio build.

“Not everyone wants to go all-in on a complete aftermarket kit, but a lot of riders still want the low-end the factory system is missing,” said Kelson, Marketing Director of SSV Works. “This add-on is the smart middle ground. You keep the factory audio system, and you get a noticeable bass upgrade in about 20 minutes.”

Designed for real off-road use, the rear-seat enclosure delivers deep, hard-hitting bass while staying tucked away and protected. Because the Pro R already has the rear sub output in place, installation stays simple and cost-effective, making it an ideal next-step upgrade for factory-audio Pro R owners.

“This is the kind of upgrade dealers love because it sells itself,” added Kelson. “If you have Pro R Ultimate’s sitting on the showroom floor, this is a perfect solution to install ahead of time. Customers hear it once and it helps close the deal.”

Key Features

• Built specifically for the 2026 Polaris RZR Pro R factory audio system

• Plug-&-Play connection to the factory rear subwoofer output harness

• Drops into the cavity under the rear driver-side rear seat

• No wire run, no cutting, no fabrication, and no dash access required

• 20-minute install for a fast, high-impact upgrade

• Limited Lifetime Warranty

• A cost-effective way to add more bass while keeping the factory amplifier and system intact

For more information, please visit www.SSVWorks.com, call 818-991-1SSV (1778), or email sales@SSVworks.com.

MESA AZ (03.16.26) – Team Harman had a strong presence at the MasterTech Expo in Mesa AZ March 12th-15th. Harman was on site with a large trailer along with JBL equipped Polaris Ranger and Polaris Expedition on display for demos along with many new product introductions.

The Harman Team on site included Shawn Spedding-Director/Aftermarket Audio, Lee Powell-ESM, Fred Isensee-WSM along with Nate Kubicz-Global Marketing Specialist.

Harman was set up in a large space in the outside exhibit area with the trailer and the large awning out front. Attendees spent time experiencing demos and speaking with the team members about new products and ideas to drive business in the brick and mortar marketplace.

During time in the outside booth, Taylor Thomson was presented the 2025 Best in Class Excellence and Performance Award by Shawn Spedding with Fred Isensee WRM along side. Taylor Marketing is a very successful rep firm in California and Fred works closely with Taylor as Western Regional.

On Saturday evening, the Team hosted an educational event in Palo Verde Room 3 to highlight H/K Car Audio and Mastering The Art Of Beautiful Sound. The training session showcased the new Harman Kardon FIT Series and Brand introduction for 12volt specialist only.

“The MasterTech Expo was a terrific venue for our Team to show and demo new products in the new product lineup” Shawn Spedding stated.

For more see jbl.com and harman.com

NEW YORK, NY (03.16.26) – SiriusXM is set to deliver extensive, coast-to-coast coverage of NCAA® March Madness®, offering college basketball fans the most thrilling month of the season. Listeners will have access to every game of the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Coverage for the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship will include every game starting with the Sweet 16, running through the championship game, plus several early round matchups.

All of the Men’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts, and the Women’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts from the Sweet 16 through the National Championship, are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network audio partner of the NCAA. SiriusXM will also air team broadcasts for select first and second round Women’s NCAA Tournament games.

The men’s tournament begins with the First Four® on March 17-18 and continues through the Men’s Final Four® semifinal and National Championship game on April 4 and 6 in Indianapolis, IN. The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship runs from the First Four matchups on March 18-19 through the Women’s Final Four semifinal and National Championship game, to be played April 3 and 5 in Phoenix, AZ.

All game broadcasts will be available to SiriusXM listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app. Channel assignments will be posted at www.siriusxm.com/sports starting this Monday, March 16.

In addition to game coverage, SiriusXM’s multiple sports talk channels will provide the most in-depth expert analysis both before and during the tournament. These channels feature daily expert insights from former players, coaches, and college sports insiders. They will serve as a platform for fans to call in and discuss their favorite teams’ matchups and performances, and will include special dedicated programming for Selection Sunday and Final Four weekend.

Selection Sunday®

On Selection Sunday®, March 15, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round matchups are revealed:

• On Mad Dog Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5 – 9 pm ET.
• SiriusXM College Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 84) will air Selection Sunday specials from 5 – 11 pm ET. At 5 pm ET, Kris Budden and Matt McCall will host coverage of the men’s bracket reveal, then Chris Plank and Nicole Auerbach will take over as the women’s bracket is announced at 8 pm ET.
• Westwood One’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show, hosted by Jason Horowitz, PJ Carlesimo and Debbie Antonelli, will air on SiriusXM channels 106 and 201 and on the SiriusXM app from 6 – 9 pm ET.

Final Four® Programming

SiriusXM will offer live on-site programming from both the Men’s and Women’s Final Four locations. This coverage will include pregame shows originating from Indianapolis and Phoenix, as well as live coverage of the Naismith Awards Brunch, where the recipients of the Women’s and Men’s Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year awards will be announced. Nicole Auerbach will host SiriusXM’s Women’s Final Four coverage in Phoenix from April 3-5, while Matt McCall and Dalen Cuff will host the Men’s Final Four coverage in Indianapolis from April 4-6.

NCAA, March Madness, First Four, Final Four and Selection Sunday are trademarks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

COSTA MESA, CA (03.13.26) – MB Quart is gearing up for Overland Expo® SoCal, taking place March 14 through the 15, 2026. As one of the fastest-growing gatherings in the overlanding community, the event provides the perfect backdrop for MB Quart to demonstrate the expanding lineup of Tuned Audio Kits engineered specifically for today’s most adventure-ready vehicles. Over 300 exhibitors will be in attendance at Overland Expo SoCal 2026, with 100-plus classes and on-site camping options at the OC Fair & Event Center.

MB Quart is bringing some awesome builds and vehicle showcases to the Southern California sunshine! Attendees will experience vehicle-specific Tuned Audio solutions designed for Ford Bronco, Toyota Tacoma, and Jeep platforms — along with a first look at the ALL-NEW 2026 Mercedes Sprinter Tuned Audio Kit, engineered to elevate van life and expedition builds with premium Music. Defined. quality performance.

Rob Anderson, Marketing & Creative Director, said, “The team at MB Quart and Maxxsonics are thrilled to be attending Overland Expo SoCal as this presents a perfect opportunity to demonstrate and showcase some of our biggest products of tuned audio solutions for outdoor lifestyle vehicles and daily drivers that consumers want loud and premium audio in. The MB Quart team here loves the Overlanding lifestyle as it plays a significant part in our industry and new product possibilities.”

MB Quart’s Tuned Audio kits remove the guesswork from upgrading vehicle sound systems. Each vehicle kit is engineered for seamless integration, optimized acoustics, and rugged durability — ensuring that, whether navigating desert trails, mountain passes, or coastal highways, the playback and soundtrack are as bold and as fun as the journey itself.

“Overland Expo continues to be a major platform for us to showcase how far vehicle-specific audio has come,” said Brian Sherman, President of Maxxsonics. Our Tuned Audio Kits for Bronco, Tacoma, and Jeep are designed to integrate seamlessly while delivering powerful, clean performance that matches the adventure lifestyle. And in 2026, we’re extremely excited to unveil our ALL-NEW Mercedes Sprinter Tuned Audio Kit — a solution built specifically for the rapidly growing van life and overland community.”

Sherman continued, “Today’s overlanders want more than just capability — they want experience. Audio plays a huge role in that experience. From campsite relaxation to long-haul drives, our Tuned Audio systems with quality performance and delivery create clarity, depth, and output that transforms every mile. The new Sprinter kit is a major step forward for us as we expand deeper into the overland and adventure van market.”

MB Quart can’t wait to take on the SoCal weather with some incredible vehicle builds and audio demonstrations. Visitors to the MB Quart booth during Overland Expo SoCal 2026 will be able to see firsthand how Tuned Audio Kits enhance Bronco, Tacoma, Jeep, and Mercedes Sprinter builds with clean highs, dynamic mids, and impactful bass — all engineered specifically for each platform.

Hear and see all the newest products and offerings from MB Quart at Overland Expo® SoCal 2026! See complete event details at https://www.overlandexpo.com/socal/.

To see complete MB Quart solutions and product details — head over to https://mbquart.com/.

For additional information, go to the corporate website at https://maxxsonics.com/.

NEW YORK, NY (03.13.26) – SiriusXM is set to deliver extensive, coast-to-coast coverage of NCAA® March Madness®, offering college basketball fans the most thrilling month of the season. Listeners will have access to every game of the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Coverage for the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship will include every game starting with the Sweet 16, running through the championship game, plus several early round matchups.

All of the Men’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts, and the Women’s NCAA Tournament game broadcasts from the Sweet 16 through the National Championship, are provided to SiriusXM by Westwood One, the official network audio partner of the NCAA. SiriusXM will also air team broadcasts for select first and second round Women’s NCAA Tournament games.

The men’s tournament begins with the First Four® on March 17-18 and continues through the Men’s Final Four® semifinal and National Championship game on April 4 and 6 in Indianapolis, IN. The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship runs from the First Four matchups on March 18-19 through the Women’s Final Four semifinal and National Championship game, to be played April 3 and 5 in Phoenix, AZ.

All game broadcasts will be available to SiriusXM listeners in their cars and on the SiriusXM app. Channel assignments will be posted at www.siriusxm.com/sports starting this Monday, March 16.

In addition to game coverage, SiriusXM’s multiple sports talk channels will provide the most in-depth expert analysis both before and during the tournament. These channels feature daily expert insights from former players, coaches, and college sports insiders. They will serve as a platform for fans to call in and discuss their favorite teams’ matchups and performances, and will include special dedicated programming for Selection Sunday and Final Four weekend.

Selection Sunday®

On Selection Sunday®, March 15, SiriusXM listeners will get up-to-the-moment coverage as tournament teams and first round matchups are revealed:

• On Mad Dog Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 82), Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Steve Torre will host special Selection Sunday coverage live from 5 – 9 pm ET.
• SiriusXM College Sports Radio (SiriusXM channel 84) will air Selection Sunday specials from 5 – 11 pm ET. At 5 pm ET, Kris Budden and Matt McCall will host coverage of the men’s bracket reveal, then Chris Plank and Nicole Auerbach will take over as the women’s bracket is announced at 8 pm ET.
• Westwood One’s NCAA Tournament Selection Show, hosted by Jason Horowitz, PJ Carlesimo and Debbie Antonelli, will air on SiriusXM channels 106 and 201 and on the SiriusXM app from 6 – 9 pm ET.

Final Four® Programming

SiriusXM will offer live on-site programming from both the Men’s and Women’s Final Four locations. This coverage will include pregame shows originating from Indianapolis and Phoenix, as well as live coverage of the Naismith Awards Brunch, where the recipients of the Women’s and Men’s Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year awards will be announced. Nicole Auerbach will host SiriusXM’s Women’s Final Four coverage in Phoenix from April 3-5, while Matt McCall and Dalen Cuff will host the Men’s Final Four coverage in Indianapolis from April 4-6.

NCAA, March Madness, First Four, Final Four and Selection Sunday are trademarks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

For more about SiriusXM, please go to: www.siriusxm.com.

STILLWATER, OK (03.12.26) – KICKER’s new KMFC65 and KMFC8 coaxial tower systems crank out serious mid-bases and high frequency volume, cutting through wind and waves! These flat mount marine speakers deliver loud, high fidelity sound was strong bass that keeps the party going strong on the water.

The new models come with stylish grills featuring 7-color LED lighting and are available in black or white to match the boats color perfectly. Built tough with UV treated polypropylene woofers and Santoprene surrounds the tower speakers mount easily to flat surfaces with hidden wiring for a clean professional look.

KICKER is Livin’Loud on the waves.

For more see kicker.com.