AVON LAKE, OH (01.21.2021) – Increase driver and passenger comfort while protecting vital components from heat damage with new Stainless Steel Pipe Heat Shields from Design Engineering, Inc.
Designed to prevent burns while protecting drivers and passengers from uncomfortable heat, the lightweight shields can be utilized in a wide variety of applications, including turbo down pipes, headers or any component of the exhaust system.
“Stainless Steel Pipe Heat Shields feature two layers of 304 stainless that encapsulate a high-temperature insulation material for the ultimate in heat control,” stated Mike Buca of DEI. “Pre-formed with a curved shape to fit most any size pipe, they block heat and protect components better than factory shields.”
Offering up to a 2000°F direct-temperature rating, the shields include 1/2″ standoffs with clamps that provide an air gap to the pipe and two stainless steel mounting clamps. Available in two sizes, 4.5″ x 8″ (#10254) and 6″ x 12″ (#10255), each features a stainless steel heat barrier material on the outside surfaces and an insulating inner layer, plus welded seams for strength and durability.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL (01.20.2021) – DS18 has introduced an amazing line of component sets that are sure to leave all with goosebumps when they hear the full and rich sound from the DX3N.
The DX3N Gold line has been developed with the greatest care and over engineered to deliver the highest quality sound along with strength that will last ages.
This set comes with the DX3NW which is the 6.5 inch woofer, the DX3NT 1.18″ tweeter, 3.5 inch DX3NM midrange along with a passive three way crossover.
The woofer features a sturdy carbon fiber cone and beautiful machined basket with neo motor that will play clear, low end music 50hz and up to 12khz with a 4 ohm impedance.
To accompany that, the tweeter will fill the gap with crisp and clear highs so listeners have a complete range of frequencies and boost overall sound quality… also at 4 ohms.
To fill in the midrange the 3.5″ DX3NM brings out all the vocals with crystal clarity and force.
The final piece of this HQ SQ component set is the included 3 way passive crossover. This crossover accurately separates wattage and frequencies for the component set and will ensure long lasting and great sounding experiences. The TW ATT options give listeners a selection of 0DB, 2DB, and 4DB loudness options at 12db/oct.
To be sure, for those looking for a high sound quality experience the DS18 DX3N is in their best interest!
LIBERTYVILLE, IL (01.20.2021) – NEW GMR-LCD source unit offers an LCD screen that features AM / FM / Bluetooth, USB, in an all-in-one mobile entertainment controller. For Powersports, RV, and Marine, easily connect smartphones, portable media devices, and streaming services with USB Control.
Sam Dattalo, Vice President of Sales stated, “The new GMR-LCD source unit includes many of the same features that are already found in the popular GMR-LED source unit, but now with a single-color display for a more competitive price point.”
The GMR-LCD source unit features an easy and intuitive control of navigation with master control and menu selection, and maximum connectivity is obtained by connecting external amplifiers for speakers and subwoofers with 4 channels of connectivity. With LIFE SHIELD, the GMR-LCD is Marine-certified up to IPX67 with waterproof buttons.
FEATURES INCLUDE:
LIFE SHIELD Built to handle the outdoors and designed and tested against the elements with being waterproof, dustproof, snowproof, or shockproof
APPLE CONTROL Quick control and access of music collection with iPhone and iPad
SOURCE TYPE AM/FM/Bluetoothenabled gauge mount radio allows all access to radio stations and content from Bluetooth enabled devices
INPUT TYPES Bluetooth, RCA, USB
CONTROL BUTTONS Unit is adjusted by master knob and menu selection
BLUETOOTH CONNECT Bluetooth Connect allows your phone or other Bluetooth enabled devices to be quickly paired to the controller
SECURE SIMPLE PAIRING Quick and secure wireless connection between your Bluetooth enabled device
QUICK PAIR When the unit powers on, it immediately connects to the last device connected
MB Quart GMR-LCD source units are in stock and shipping this week. Contact your sales representative or customer service at 847-540-7700 to secure your order.
LAS VEGAS (01.19.2021) – XS Power Batteries, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, announced the start of operations at their new Las Vegas distribution and manufacturing facility.
Located near McCarren International Airport, the first stage of expansion includes a 8,500 square foot space that allows for quick access to all XS Power products for customers in the Western United States. Shorter shipping times will also result in less overall package handling and fewer damages.
In addition to a fully staffed shipping hub, the new XS Power facility will be used for production of SuperBank Ultra Capacitors, Li series, lithium batteries, Titan8 lithium batteries, and XV series lithium batteries.
“Not only are we able to better serve our west coast customers by providing shorter shipping times, but we are providing more jobs, and more US made products every single day” said Brady Basner, Sales and Marketing Manager for XS Power.
Visit 4xspower.com or call 865-688-5953 for more information.
ELKHART, IN (01.19.2021) – ASA Electronics is ringing in the New Year with four new websites. The Elkhart-based company gave their corporate site, ASAElectronics.com, a modern and user friendly facelift. The site provides an overview of the company’s over 40 year history of developing mobile electronics for unique industries under seven brands: JENSEN, JENSEN Marine, JENSEN Heavy Duty, iN∙Command Control Systems, Voyager, Klipsch Marine, and Polk Ultramarine.
JENSEN-Electronics.com is the new home for the JENSEN, JENSEN Marine, and JENSEN Heavy Duty brands. By bringing all three product lines under one virtual roof, the company is better able to showcase the versatile appeal the brands have across a wide range of industries.
VoyagerCameras.com highlights the observation and safety products ASA Electronics has specialized in for over 20 years. The site features both wired and wireless options for recreational and commercial vehicles alike.
PolkMarine.com showcases the company’s luxury brand, featuring the Complete DSP Sound System with high performance, marine grade audio components.
The new corporate website incorporates an online store that unites all their brands for a simplified shopping experience as well as a support library that puts all their resources, from high resolution product photos to owners’ manuals, in one convenient place.
LONG BEACH, CA (01.18.2021) – KENWOOD USA has announced its rep of the year awards for both individual sales reps, as well as sales rep firms for the East, Midwest, and Western territories at their recent annual rep awards ceremony, which was held virtually this year.
Admin Support of the Year: Katie Lopez, Momentum Marketing
Western Region Sales Rep of the Year: Ryan Christie, N&S Marketing
Midwest Region Sales Rep of the Year: Keith Selby, Cardinal Sales
Eastern Region Sales Rep of the Year: Paul Ward, CF Marketing
Katie Lopez represents Momentum Marketing in Southwest Texas and has been a part of the company for over 10 years. “Katie is always one step ahead of the game,” stated Tim Hill, KENWOOD Midwest Regional Sales Manager. “If you’re thinking about it, Katie is already making it happen. She has a firm handle on what needs to be done, how fast it needs to be done, and how often it needs to be done.”
“I’ve had the privilege of working with the KENWOOD family for more than 10 years,” stated Lopez. I’m honored and grateful to have received such an award. KENWOOD truly has my heart and I’m thankful for the friendships that have evolved throughout the years. I work with a remarkable team and powerful dealers that I continue to learn something new from every day.”
Ryan Christie represents N & S Marketing in the Pacific Northwest and has been a part of the company for 13 years. “With the challenges we’ve faced this year, I looked for sales reps who went above and beyond to stay connected to their dealers in deciding this award,” stated Rob Sutton, KENWOOD Western Regional Sales Manager. “I also needed someone who was able to give dealers the tough answers and still guide them through the process of getting new orders in place for allocations. Ryan Christie did all the above and then some. He stayed focused on selling KENWOOD all year, was always available to tackle issues, executed the programs, and always did a great job with following-up.”
“When my name was called, I was blown away,” stated Christie. “I always try to do what’s right and what’s best. I put myself in other’s shoes and try to see things from their point of view so I can help create the best outcome for both parties.”
Keith Selby has been with Cardinal Sales since 1983 and the Rep Principal since 1996. His son Max recently joined the company at the beginning of 2019 and has also had the privilege of having his wife Bess aid in the marketing department for the last 5 years. “Keith exhibits excellent customer service,” stated Tim Hill, KENWOOD Midwest Regional Sales Manager. “His dealers really enjoy working with him and his ability to follow up is impeccable! KENWOOD is lucky to have Keith representing our company in his area!”
“The continued success of Cardinal Sales is a direct reflection of our entire team (which now marks 21 years for Jennifer Marr, 11 years for Tony Spires, and 4 years for John Black,” stated Selby. “It has also only been possible with the sustained loyalty and friendship from all of our dealers.”
Paul Ward has been a part of the sales team with CF Marketing for the past 18 years. “Paul’s ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time is astounding,” stated Kelly McDaniel, KENWOOD Eastern Regional Sales Manager. “He truly cares about his dealers and ensures they receive the utmost in support.”
“It is very gratifying being named the Eastern Region Sales Rep of the Year,” stated Ward. 2020 was certainly a challenging year and success was only possible with all the help and support from KENWOOD and CF Marketing. Working with great people makes my job easier and much more enjoyable. Loving what you do is important. It all started when I heard my first high-end car audio system while in college. After I built my first system I was hooked!”
Western Region Sales Rep Company of the Year: Oliver Marketing South
Midwest Region Sales Rep Company of the Year: Momentum Marketing
Eastern Region Sales Rep Company of the Year: CF Marketing
Oliver Marketing, covering Southern California and Arizona, was founded in 1986. “It’s been years since I managed a rep firm and lately, I’ve thought about how hard it must be on our rep firms this year,” stated Sutton. “They’ve been forced to take a group of people who are programmed to be on the road, and completely re-invent their company culture to fit within the pandemic. All of our reps have done a great job in a difficult year, but one really stood out, Oliver Marketing South.”
When VP of Oliver Marketing Dave Furness heard the announcement, he shared: “there are many talented individuals representing KENWOOD across the country, so it is truly an honor for Oliver Marketing to have been recognized with this award. We are proud to represent KENWOOD and extremely appreciative of the partnership and support they provide.”
Momentum Marketing has served the Southwestern market since January of 2008, covering areas such as; Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. “The entire team at Momentum is excellent and always strives for nothing short of the best,” stated Hill. “With a commitment to excellence, their entire team are some of the best in the business. They communicate daily, and when there are issues, they call with solutions, not just to report a problem.”
“Momentum is made up of a group of people that love music, the 12V industry, and the people that we get to do life with as a result of doing business together,” stated Hector Mena, Momentum Marketing’s Rep Principal. “We are extremely honored and humbled to be chosen as the 2020 KENWOOD Rep Firm of the Year for the Midwest Territory. It would be irresponsible of us to not give credit to the amazing group of KENWOOD eXcelon Dealers and Distributor partners that we have the pleasure of serving in the “TOLA” market. 2020 proved to be a challenging year both personally and professionally for our team, as it was for everyone in our industry. Through it all, we are thankful for the blessings of health, provision, faith, and the privilege we have to work with the wonderful KENWOOD family and our network of partners.”
Dominating both the Eastern Region territory awards, CF Marketing has served the Mid-Atlantic area for 21 years. “CF Marketing continues to push the limits on ensuring the needs of their dealers are always met,” stated McDaniel. “Their team communicates clearly, effectively, and timely, of which is crucial to the needs of dealers today.”
President of CF Marketing Howard Feldman commented: “No one person alone makes things successful. McDaniel has been a huge help to us in this territory. This business only exists with equal effort between dealer, manufacturer, and sales rep. We are lucky to have a great batch of long-standing supporting dealers that see the value of the brand and helped us to grow it in our territories.”
“2020 was very difficult year as it took a lot of adaptation and communication for our reps with their individual dealer bases,” stated Mike Roberts, VP of Sales & Marketing for KENWOOD. “Emails, video conference calls, and phone calls were the new norm for many reps to stay in contact. Our entire rep force did an incredible job of adapting and helping our dealer base through busy and challenging times. This is what made selecting the award winners so difficult this year. At the end of the day, it was all about helping their dealers buy KENWOOD products through solving challenges, keeping a positive attitude, and doing the right thing. We are truly grateful to have such an incredible and committed rep force in the field.”
AUBURN HILLS, MI (01.18.2021) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. has introduced the new iLX-407 Shallow Chassis 7-inch Multimedia Receiver with PowerStack capabilities.
“Following the success of the tremendously popular iLX-W650, we sought to create a solution that captured everything the customer loved about the iLX-W650, with even more features,” said Mike Anderson, Vice President and General Manager, Brand Business Unit, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. “The features, along with the price point, will solidify the iLX-407 as one of the most impactful audio upgrades on the market.”
New Technology The iLX-407 is the next evolution of the customer-favorite iLX-W650 Shallow Chassis Multimedia Receiver, with added features like HD Radio, three customizable home screens, media expandability with HDMI connectivity, and iDatalink Maestro Module compatibility.
Other features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in Bluetooth hands-free calling with audio streaming allows access to music, messages, phone calls, and maps on a smartphone via USB or smartphone connection. These features are controlled through touch or voice commands with the included external microphone. SiriusXM Radio is available with an optional tuner and paid subscription for even more music and entertainment during the drive.
System Compatibility Upgrading dash technology can often result in a loss of factory functionality such as steering wheel controls and access to engine codes. However, the iLX-407 is compatible with the iDatalink Maestro Module (sold separately) allowing select OEM features to be retained and vehicle information displayed on the 7-inch screen.
Two RCA inputs are included for rear, side, or front cameras (sold separately). When in use, the rear camera overlays guidelines onto the screen for ease when moving in reverse. Additional cameras can be added with the KCX-C2600B Universal Front and Rear Camera Selector (sold separately).
While the iLX-407 is mech-less (no CD/DVD player) an HDMI input is included so you can connect a CD, DVD player, or even your smartphone for an all-digital audio and video connection through a single cable.
Simple System Building The iLX-407 is PowerStack capable and designed to be a simple, sound system builder for those who may be new to aftermarket car audio. The iLX-407, paired with the KTA-200M Mono Power Pack Amplifier, provides an easy way to add amplification for a subwoofer, like the S-SB10V 10-inch Alpine Halo S-Series Preloaded Subwoofer Enclosure.
With a required power range of 250W – 600W RMS, the S-SB10V can produce clean, powerful bass when driven from the iLX-407 and a 200W KTA-200M PowerStack Amplifier, thanks to the KTA-200M’s Dynamic Peak Power, which effectively produces 400W during power-hungry music passages.
The iLX-407 will ship in May 2021 at a MAP of $399.95 and will be available at Alpine Authorized retailers and Preferred Online Stores. Installation options can be found on the Alpine-USA website through the store locator.
Product information is based upon current information at the time of press but cannot be guaranteed. All designs, features, specifications, and delivery dates are subject to change without notice.
LOS ANGELES, CA (01.15.2021) – At the CES 2021 all-digital experience, Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. debuted the DMH-WC5700NEX, the latest Pioneer modular solutions in-dash receiver that expands its lineup of products designed to provide vehicles with limited or restricted dash space an in-dash upgrade solution.
The DMH-WC5700NEX includes Alexa Built-in, Android Auto (wired/wireless), Apple CarPlay (wired/wireless), plus a variety of multimedia entertainment capabilities. The 6.8-inch touchscreen DMH-C5700NEX is similar in design and features to the 9-inch DMH-WC6600NEX introduced in 2020, but with the ability to fit a wider variety of vehicles including traditional 2DIN applications.
Since the introduction of the first Pioneer modular solutions in-dash receivers in 2019, Metra Electronics has introduced several dash kits and fully integrated dash kit packages designed to integrate the modular solutions products, including the DMH-WC5700NEX, into specific vehicles.
Due to the modular form factor and availability of two different optional extension cables2, the DMH-WC5700NEX is also suitable for fully custom installation by an installation specialist, further expanding its application to an even wider range of vehicles when compared to traditional in-dash receivers.
“With the DMH-WC5700NEX, Pioneer provides an automotive upgrade solution for many different vehicles that typically have been extremely restrictive or even impossible with regard to the installation of an aftermarket in-dash receiver, including several popular late model Chevrolet vehicles such as the Silverado and Camaro,” said Ted Cardenas, vice president of marketing for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. “With this solution, owners of these vehicles now have an option for adding Amazon Alexa, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and more to enhance and upgrade their driving experience.”
The DMH-WC5700NEX also features Hi-Res Audio playback capability, FLAC file playback, 13-band graphic equalizer, time alignment, 4V RCA preamplifier outputs (front/rear/subwoofer), Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and hands-free communication, built-in HD Radio capability, SiriusXM Ready (requires SiriusXM tuner and subscription, sold separately), RGB illumination, rear camera input, HDMI video input for rear seat entertainment and more.
The Pioneer DMH-WC5700NEX is planned for summer 2021 availability.
POOLE, ENGLAND (01.15.2021) – As the UK and European distributor for some of the industry’s leading brands Celsus UK believes that social media a key tool for engaging with both dealers and consumers in today’s 12volt world.
The best marketing tool a company can have is now on the smartphone in your pocket and CelsusUK is focused on helping both our manufacturers and retail customer reach new audiences.
Josh Baker, Celsus Marketing assistant, manages Facebook and Instagram the JL Audio UK, Dynamat Europe, Kicker UK and the company’s own Celsus UK channels. “Social media is a great way to interact with enthusiasts and customers of ours in the UK and across the world. Being able to share product information, as well as install pictures and get instant feedback on what the fans of our brands like, is pretty cool” Baker related.
“CelsusUK loves to share the awesome work their dealers create on a weekly basis and also use the platforms to help educate the consumer on why buying premium products and having them installed correctly is the way to go when you want a great experience. As we all navigate difficult times it’s even more important that we can help share content and create a positive environment for car and marine audio enthusiast online” Mark Baker added.
AUBURN HILLS, MI (01.14.2021) – Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. will offer four, hour-long online training webinars for their U.S. Authorized Dealers. These webinars will focus on newly released and upcoming Alpine products. As most states are still observing local and state-level “Stay at Home” orders, Alpine continues to find unique ways of reaching their dealers.
“As we continue to navigate this unique environment, we’re committed to providing the same level of marketing and sales support our dealers have come to expect from Alpine,” said Ed Moriarty, Assistant Vice President of Sales and Technology, Brand Business Unit, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. “In the coming months, we will continue to find new opportunities to increase brand value for our dealers.”
This is the first series of webinars Alpine will host in 2021. In 2020, Alpine hosted 11 webinars that highlighted various topics, from new product introductions, marketing promotions, and detailed product training.
Led by Alpine National Trainer, Chris Teguh, the theme for the 2021 webinar training is “Sound Check,” a play-on of preparedness and performance that focuses on applicable selling and marketing techniques for new and upcoming Alpine products. The training will be fully accessible online, with time for questions at the end.
Registrants can choose from the following days to attend:
Wednesday, January 20, 11 a.m. EST Thursday, January 21, 10 a.m. EST Monday, January 25, 7 p.m. EST Tuesday, January 26, 3 p.m. EST
All Alpine Authorized Dealers are encouraged to register for this free webinar by contacting their Alpine Rep.
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