MIRAMAR, FL (08.11.2020) – Clarion Marine has announced the introduction of its all-new CMS line of marine coaxial speakers. Including three variations of a 6.5-inch full-range speaker: classic grille and sport grille with or without RGB lighting built-in. The new CMS speaker line extends the brand’s commitment to producing affordable, high quality and great sounding products to new levels.

“Clarion has a legacy of delivering quality products that offer uncompromising performance and value. Our new CMS speakers are no different and will lay the groundwork for Clarion Marine’s business for years to come,” said John Zimmerman, Clarion Marine product line manager. “Our customers will love the attention to detail that went into making these speakers so great!”

Quality Sound – Let’s Hear It

Ideal for source unit-powered systems, Clarion Marine CMS coaxial speakers are engineered using high-quality components that deliver excellent sound quality. Optimized for infinite-baffle (open-air) applications, CMS speakers feature a vacuum-formed polymer woofer cone body and marine-grade suspension components for deep lows and rich mids. They also feature a bridge-mounted, balanced-dome, polymer tweeter with neodymium magnet and ferrofluid cooling for crystal-clear highs. Tweeters are protected by a high-pass tweeter filter that is integrated into the woofer basket.

New Signature Design

The CMS series is part of a new design signature for Clarion Marine speakers, with grille design options to complement all boat styles. The new CMS-series speakers are offered in ‘classic’ and ‘sport’ models, each including black and white grille options in the box. For boaters seeking to make a visual statement, the sport grille models can be ordered with integrated LED RGB illumination that creates a fun ambiance with nearly limitless lighting color options (RGB controller sold separately).

Salt & Sun Certified

Utilizing UV-treated, durable, marine-rated materials, the new CMS line of speakers and subwoofers are built to withstand years of use in harsh marine environments. Specifically engineered, marine grade polymers and finishes are employed for the chassis and grilles in the CMS lineup. A close attention to critical connection by points by the design team ensures protection from corrosion. All models are Salt and Sun Certified; built to exceed industry standards for salt-fog/UV exposure (ASTM B117/D4329) and shock/vibration resistance, ensuring excellent long-term durability.

Complete CMS Series

Clarion Marine CMS Speakers: All coaxial speaker models include both black and white grilles.

All CMS speakers are backed by a 1 year limited warranty.

CMS series speakers are now available for purchase by authorized Clarion Marine retailers and will be incorporated into select model year 2021 boats as standard or optional equipment.

Visit clarionmarine.com for more.

DANIA BEACH, FL (08.07.2020) – Ground Zero USA has introduced its two newest Radioactive models. Now shipping is the GZRB 20SPL and the GZRW 8XSPL. 

Recently announced, and now available, the GZRW 8XSPL (MAP $229.99) is the little brother to our wildly successful Hydrogen 8-inch subwoofer. This driver is a high-quality SPL subwoofer that utilizes a reinforced paper cone with a long stroke compound surround, dual 2-ohm 50mm/2” copper voice coils, and is designed to run on 500w RMS. This driver is best suited for vented applications, and we have you covered with that also.

The GZRB 20SPL (MAP $379.99) is a custom tailored preloaded vented enclosure with grill specifically for the GZRW 8XSPL (included). 

For more information on how to purchase this product or to become an official dealer please contact us at info@soundigitalusa.com or visit our website www.groundzerousa.com

HOLLY HILL, FL (08.05.2020) – Metra Electronics is now shipping a new TurboTouch kit for 1999-2003 Lexus RX300 models. This kit is designed to fit ISO Single-DIN radio provisions with a pocket or Double-DIN radio provisions. It features a 4.3” integrated color LCD touchscreen for retention of the vehicle’s climate control functions, which can be customized with different color options for the backlit hard buttons. This dash kit is painted to match the factory finish and available in two different color options; 99-8164G (gray with black trim) and 99-8164T (tan with black trim).

An Axxess interface that is Micro “B” USB updatable is built into the kit to provide accessory power (12-volt 10 amp) and retain R.A.P. (retained accessory power). The wiring harness is included with the kit, an antenna adapter is not needed, and an LD-8164-NAV harness is included for vehicles with factory navigation. The factory amplifier is not retained with this kit and so an amplifier bypass harness is included. An installation video showing the product features and how to install this kit can be seen below. Thie 99-8164 dash kits are available now with instructions and additional specifications at MetraOnline.com.

99-8164 Product Specifications:

• Designed for 1999-2003 Lexus RX300
• ISO DDIN radio provision
• ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
• Custom texture and painted tan or gray to match the factory appearance
• 4.3” Integrated color LCD touchscreen for retention of climate control functions
• Factory amplifier is not retained with this product – an amplifier bypass harness is included
• Provides accessory power (12-volt 10-amp)
• Retains R.A.P. (retained accessory power)
• Micro “B” USB updatable

Visit metraonline.com for more.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (08.05.2020) –  NEW Hifonics GEMINI Elite (GE) amplifiers make audio feel the way it was meant to be felt — ELITE. GEMINI Elite amplifiers raise the bar of audio expectations to ELITE standards in clarity, quality, and listening. When audio craves to sound the best, it needs clean, undistorted levels of power; that’s what GEMINI Elite amplifiers bring.

Sam Dattalo, Vice President of Sales, said, “GEMINI Elite is killing it with the new ‘Murdered’ look. Dealers are loving both the hottest style and the ‘NON-INTERNET’ program that guarantees high-profit margins.” 

With Hifonics High-Fidelity that features Simpatico coil design (SPC) Ultra-Fi Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET power supply, GEMINI Elite amplifiers will have audio enter new dimensions of sound while delivering huge power. A heavy-duty aluminum alloy heat sink allows the amplifier to dissipate heat and produce maximum clean power. FEATURES & BENEFITS ACROSS THE GE LINEUP INCLUDE:

• ELECTRONIC EQUALIZER
  Control of amplifier output with on-board electronic crossover to tailor specific frequencies to speakers and subwoofers
• CLASS/TOPOLOGY
  Super D-Class: Extremely efficient, low temperature, high amplification system has several options for installation
• OUTPUT DEVICE TECHNOLOGY
  Ultra-Fi MOSFET: Produces high power with minimal distortion
• HEAT SINK
  High-Grade Aluminum: Heavy duty aluminum alloy heat-sink allows the amplifier to quickly dissipate heat
• POWER SUPPLY
  Simpatico Coil Design: Dual coil Pulse Width Modulated power supply keeps voltage constant through the Ultra-Fi output devices

“We have already sold out of our first shipment with more product on the way coming in August. Make sure to get your orders and reorders in quickly to assure that your customers can have a pleasant buying experience with GEMINI Elite!” concluded Dattalo.

Embrace every song in a new light with GEMINI POWER bestowed from the gods above. 

For full line details, click here. Visit hifonics.com for more.

LONG BEACH, CA (08.04.2020) – KENWOOD USA is shipping 5 new pre-loaded subwoofer enclosures, focusing on precisely matched power handling to its amplifiers, enhanced durability, sound quality and performance, along with enhanced cosmetic designs. 

The P-XW1221DHP ($449.95 MAP) houses two 12” KENWOOD eXcelon High-power class subwoofers, touting a 1000W total RMS power handling at a 2-ohm final impedance, making it precisely power matched to the KENWOOD eXcelon XR1001-1 amplifier. The P-XW1221SHP ($249.95) is the single 12” KENWOOD eXcelon High-power class option, with a respective 500W RMS power handling at a 2-ohm impedance, making it the perfect companion to the KENWOOD eXcelon X502-1 amplifier. 

The P-XW1221D ($349.95 MAP) provides a value-based option for those looking for a dual 12” subwoofer configuration. It includes 2 KENWOOD eXcelon subwoofers, which can be precisely powered by the KENWOOD eXcelon XR601-1 amplifier for 600W RMS at 2 ohms. The P-XW1241S ($199.95 MAP) also offers an exceptional value, including a single 12” KENWOOD eXcelon subwoofer with a 4-ohm impedance, for an exact match-up to the KENWOOD eXcelon X502-1, which provides 300W RMS at 4 ohms.

All 4 of these enclosures feature the CA-121G steel mesh grille(s) for added protection and further enhanced cosmetics, which are a $30 value each when sold separately. All 4 enclosures are extremely versatile, being able to be mounted in a down-firing configuration with their extra THICK legs, or forward/rear facing with their slant-back design. They boast a 3/4″ THICK MDF baffle, which provides more strength and durability, ensuring accurate bass even at high volume. 

“Why experiment with off-the-shelf boxes not designed for a specific subwoofer?” said Mike Roberts, KENWOOD VP of Sales and Marketing. “Our engineers designed these enclosures to perform reliably and sound their best with our subwoofers. This not only simplifies the sales and installation process, but it also gives the customer peace of mind in knowing that they are getting the best result.” 

Joe Roberts from Roberts Auto Sound in Louisville, KY recently had the opportunity to get a “sneak-peak” and sound demo of these new pre-loaded enclosures. “After a good demo here at my store, I can say that these new KENWOOD eXcelon sub enclosures are some of the best F@#$%^G subwoofer enclosures we have ever heard!” said Roberts. Nathan Dunn from Cartronics in Nashville, TN also had an opportunity to listen to them, and shared that “the new KENWOOD P-XW1221SHP loaded enclosure is a very well designed, well constructed, versatile box that can be used in a down-firing configuration, or simply tuck it away in the trunk up against the back of a seat. This is a good-looking box that hits hard and is a great value for the money.”

To further add to its list of pre-loaded enclosures, the P-XW1002B ($249.95 MAP) is also making its debut this month, sporting a new design along with the continued solid performance of the KFC-XW1000F 10” shallow subwoofer. Its low profile (6” height) sealed down-firing design fits easily where space is at a premium, but still packs a punch with 250W RMS power handling. 

Visit www.kenwood.com/usa/car for more.