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Avenue Sound Riding The Wave From The Long Island Boat Show

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FREEPORT, NY (03.23.2020) – As the boating season approached Avenue Sound, with Kicker Marine Audio, made waves at the 62nd Long Island Boat Show at the Nassau Coliseum February 21st – 23rd.

Since The Long Island Boat Show, now a month ago, Avenue Sound has seen strong marine business at both of the company’s locations.

Vik Moolchandani in the Avenue Sound Freeport NY store by a marine audio display on Saturday, March 21st.

Vik Moolchandani, Avenue Sound’s Captain stated “We had a super booth location that stretched 40 feet by 15 feet at the Boast Show. We filled that space with 3 decked out vehicles, displays and literature. The Yamaha WaveRunner, Polaris SlingShot and KTM Motorcycle, all with Kicker gear, highlighted Avenue Sound’s versatility. These vehicles definitely showed attendees that Avenue Sound can do it all. Spectators commented that they really appreciated the installation design and quality of our work. Many of those who saw us at the show have come into our stores and made purchases.”

Vik Moolchandani (R) with Matt Matheson, Kicker Eastern Region, in the Avenue Sound Booth at the February Long Island Boat Show.

When consumers enter Avenue Sound locations they quickly realize Avenue Sound is REALLY in the marine business. Eye-catching displays, that provide excellent demo capabilities, are highlighted on the showroom floor. Kicker, JL Audio, Pioneer and Rockford Fosgate brands, along with Race Sport Lighting, are featured.

A big Boston Whaler job was just completed on Saturday, March 21st. The Boston Whaler job, that took 3 days to complete, included audio and lighting in multiple zones. Multiple Kicker speakers, amps and cockpit radio plus JL Speakers and Race Sport Lighting will definitely make waves for this Avenue Sound customer when he leaves the dock.

Vik Moolchandani seated in the cockpit of a big Boston Whaler job that was completed on Saturday March 21st. Empty boxes from the products installed are pictured on the right. A job from the Long Island Boat Show.

Concluding, Moolchandani offered “The Long Island Boat Show turned out to be a great investment. Many of the conversations we had in the booth also led into upgrading attendees audio and lighting on their personal vehicles besides their watercraft. It is imperative for the health of our industry that more retailers and manufacturers alike take part in these types of consumer shows. Our futures depend on bringing in new business.”

Visit avenuesound.com for more.

Snap and Text an Image to Showcase Your Positive Activities Across the 12Volt Industry

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12VOT CENTRAL STUDIOS (03.25.2020) – See something cool? Snap and Text an image this way. Presto we can showcase your image to the 12volt industry. That’s our STP tool.

Industry members are sending images this way that we are including in daily posts. The world, and 12volt industry, are definitely in uncharted waters with the Coronavirus National Emergency. At the 12volt Central Studios we feel image posts from members across the industry will be very positive.

The Coronavirus has thrown the world, and the 12volt industry, one huge Curveball.

At the 12volt Central Studios we have redoubled our efforts to put fresh, positive information in front of the 12volt industry.

Look forward to hearing from you.

SiriusXM’s UMF Radio to Showcase Ultra Music Festival Experience

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NEW YORK, NY (03.20.2020) – SiriusXM today announced the broadcast of SiriusXM’s Ultra Virtual Audio Festival on UMF Radio starting on Friday, March 20. 

SiriusXM’s Ultra Virtual Audio Festival will feature exclusive live DJ sets from artists who were originally scheduled to perform at Ultra Music Festival, including Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, Martin Garrix, Above & Beyond, Major Lazer, Lost Frequencies, Oliver Heldens, Nicky Romero, and more.

SiriusXM’s UMF Radio channel will launch on Friday, March 20 at 5:00 pm ET and will air through Monday, March 23 on channel 52, on satellite radios and on the SiriusXM app.

The limited-run channel will also highlight past live DJ sets from previous Ultra Music Festival performances that have aired live on SiriusXM.  Past sets from DJs, including Kygo, The Chainsmokers, Marshmello with special guest Roddy Ricch,  Zedd, and Carl Cox, will broadcast throughout the weekend. 

“With the postponement of beloved events, necessary changes in people’s everyday life, and need for social distancing, we know our listeners are seeking a sense of community more than ever,” said Scott Greenstein, President and Chief Content Officer of SiriusXM. “To encourage that, we are pleased to be working with Ultra Music Festival to provide our listeners with this virtual audio festival featuring the diverse lineup of artists the UMF delivers year after year, as well as exclusive, fresh, new sets from some of the biggest names in dance music.”

For the past 15 years, SiriusXM has broadcasted live from Ultra Music Festival, the world famous outdoor electronic dance music festival, headlined by some of the most important names in dance music in Miami, FL. 

UMF Radio is also a weekly show on SiriusXM’s Diplo’s Revolution channel. The two-hour weekly show features a mix of the genre’s most prominent and up-and-coming artists. UMF Radio airs Saturdays from 6:00—8:00 pm ET. 

Ultra Music Festival ticket holders will receive an email offering access to SiriusXM’s UMF Radio and its other programming.  New customers can take advantage of a trial subscription offer to listen to SiriusXM’s UMF Radio.  For Offer Details and to sign up go to https://www.siriusxm.com/VirtualUltra.

SiriusXM subscribers can listen to UMF Radio (ch. 52) and other channels on SiriusXM radios, and those with streaming access can listen online, on-the-go with the SiriusXM mobile app and at home on a wide variety of connected devices, including smart TVs, devices with Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant, Apple TV, PlayStation, Roku, Sonos speakers and more. Go to www.SiriusXM.com/streaming to learn more.

BOSS Audio Single-DIN BV7265B Video Media Receiver Now Shipping

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OXNARD, CA (03.20.2020) – BOSS Audio Systems is proud to announce its new Mech-less multimedia player is now available. The BV7265B retails for only $69.99.

“The single-DIN, 3.2-inch screen BV7265B not only supports Bluetooth and is compatible with smartphones and MP3 players, but plays video media as well, and all at an affordable price,” explained Doug Kern, BOSS Audio VP of Sales & Marketing. “Safety first. You can view your rear camera feed, make and receive calls, and play and control music and apps such as Spotify/Pandora wirelessly and hands-free. The BV7265B is just the latest in our line of high quality, multi-function yet reasonably priced products across all categories in 2020.”

Additional features and specifications include:
• 80 Watts x 4 Max Power
• Balance/Fader/Bass/Treble & Preset built-in EQ
• Plays Bluetooth/USB/SD, MP4/MP3, WMA, FM/AM, Digital Media from Smart Phones (no CD or DVD Player)
• USB, SD, Aux, Rear Camera inputs
• Video, front & rear pre-amp outputs
• Wireless remote

Visit www.bossaudio.com for more.

Join Audio Control for a Live Mobile Audio Webinar, Thursday 19th

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SEATTLE, WA (03.19.2020) – Audio Control is set to host a ‘live’ Mobile Audio product overview and training webinar Thursday, March 19th, at 11AM PST. Chris Bennett, Director of Mobile Audio, and Matt Palumbo-National Trainer will conduct the session direct from Audio Control’s World HQ in Seattle, WA.

What’s new at AudioControl? Join us this Thursday and find out!

Join AudioControl’s national trainer, Matthew Palumbo & director of mobile audio, Chris Bennett for a live product overview & training direct from AC HQ.

Click HERE to tune in using Zoom.
Click HERE to tune in using Google.
Click HERE to tune in via Facebook.

Dealers, manufacturer representatives, distributors and enthusiasts who attend the webinar may get a better feel for the unique lineup of solution-based products that Audio Control delivers to the 12volt marketplace.

The Audio Control webinar is an opportunity for attendees to learn during the unprecedented Coronavirus global event.

Audio Control remains open and fully operational with normal business hours. Social distancing and work from home policies are in place companywide.

Visit audiocontrol.com for more.

New Brandmotion.com Delivers on Education and Information

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SOUTHFIELD, MI (03.19.2020) – Brandmotion is now making it easier for you to find all of the information you need regarding retrofit vehicle safety solutions from Brandmotion. With the launch of their new website, brandmotion.com, they have created an expansive information resource that guides visitors from product education to installation locations.

The new and improved website is more contemporary in its design, as well as more efficient, resulting in a more intuitive and stress-free user experience. The new website has integrated the ability to search by greater vehicle detail, so you can find exactly what will work best for your particular vehicle. The new dealer locator helps customers quickly find a physical retailer and local installation partners in their area, and updated product listings help consumers quickly “Buy Now” through a preferred online merchant. Focused on education and information, the site offers visitors detailed features, compatibility, installation instructions and educational materials through a new Blog called “The Safety Journey”. A responsive design approach makes the new website accessible by mobile device for access to the site no matter where they might be.

“The idea behind the new website is to give users an easy and efficient way to get to the information, product or service they are looking for,” says Brandmotion CEO, Jeff Varick. “The design of the new site is sleeker and more condensed so the user isn’t being bombarded with tabs and images. We are confident this will provide a user experience that exceeds all expectations.”

The new website also pays special attention to the Fleet and Towing customer segments, two areas the company is highly focused to grow in the near future. “We are broadening our reach in order to provide everyone we can with the best in automotive safety technology and services,” stated Varick.

Finally, Brandmotion.com is now home to Brandmotion Solutions, the company’s Connected Vehicle Services business. Brandmotion Solutions is the recognized leader in retrofitting Connected Vehicle Technology to those seeking to test advanced safety technologies. By helping Smart Cities, OEM’s and Fleets, Brandmotion is able to architect, design, build and install emerging safety technology solutions into full-scale demonstrations. Helping others develop and test advanced safety technology is the next step in creating a safer and more advanced automotive industry.

Visit brandmotion.com for more.

New VAIS Technology Distributor Announcement

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ENGLEWOOD, CO (03.18.2020) – VAIS Technology, Englewood Colorado announces the additional of SSR Distributor as a new distributor partner in Texas for VAIS Technology.

VAIS Technology EVP, Dennis Hopper states “VAIS Technology continues to expand its distributor partnerships and is happy to have SSR Distributor on board. Their expertise with sales, service, and support for dealers is top notch.”

VAIS Technologies manufactures a premiere satellite radio integrated adaptor that allows the addition of a SXV300 SiriusXM tuner that works seamlessly with the factory radio, without unsightly cables and wires. It also uses all the factory functions of the steering wheel and LCD screens in any of those vehicles.

 VAIS Technology has applications for Alfa Romeo, Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Fiat, Ford, GM, Honda, Harley Davidson, Hyundai, Jaguar, Lexus, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes, Porsche, Nissan, Scion, Subaru and Toyota vehicles that don’t come from the factory with satellite radio tuners. Recently they released a single unit (GSR-UV01) that can be software flashed to almost all applications on their app guide.

Visit www.vaistech.com for more.

New BOSS Audio BCAMW80 Dash Cam Now Available

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OXNARD, CA (03.17.2020) – BOSS Audio Systems is proud to announce its new BCAMW80 dash camera is now shipping. Now available online and at bossaudio.com as well as nationwide retail outlets, the WiFi-enabled BCAMW80 has an MSRP of $129.99.

“As more and more consumers want to be able to record while driving for a variety of reasons, BOSS Audio has answered the call by offering the cost-efficient BCAMW80 dash camera to fit each and every driver’s needs,” said Doug Kern, BOSS Audio Systems VP of Sales. “Our WiFi-enabled BCAMW80 allows the user to view and stream live video and manage files easily through a smartphone app, as well as download, delete, and playback recorded files. It also includes GPS software so that you can track your route, location and speed, an expandable increased memory option (up to 128GB), and emergency event recording.”

In addition, the BCAMW80 includes two cameras…one for an outside view and one for an inside cabin view. The latter can be utilized for any number of reasons, such as so consumers can use this added interior recording feature to shoot family road trips while Internet influencers can use this for driving and talking.

The BCAMW80 also includes:
• 2-inch display
• 150 degree wide-angle lens
• dual 1080P Full HD recording
• front, inside and rear camera recording
• Sony Exmor IMX323 captures Full-HD 1080P
• uses a supercapacitor that can withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -20 degrees F to +176 degrees F
• auto loop recording
• a 16GB Micro SD card (expandable up to 128GB)
• motion detection
• emergency event recording (G-Sensor – locks files when triggered)
• date, time, speed, route, location stamp log
• quick & easy setup
• multi-angle mounting system
• cigarette lighter power adapter

“Packed with features and providing video feeds and recording when you need it the most, the BOSS Audio BCAMW80 is the dash cam for you,” Kern concluded.

Visit www.bossaudio.com for more.

DS18 Select Amps Are NEW for 2020

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MIAMI GARDENS, FL (03.16.2020) – Now introducing the successor to the DS18 SLC (select) line of amps, the S series Select. These amps come in a both brushed aluminum silver and red to bring out better aesthetic colors and come in a more compact size but have all new beefy internals. DS18 has many models to fit whatever the power requirement is for the enthusiast.

Every amp is available in either brushed silver or red and all come with very secure key terminals to ensure the tightest fitment and security. The Select Amps also have adjustable crossovers so users can adjust the frequency ranges to play all ranges of subs, mid range, and highs.

DS18 built in a clip indicator so when users are tuning the amp they know the exact threshold of distortion and can maximize and tune for the best sound possible.

The new Select Amp line up consists of the S-1500.1- A class A+B amplifier and has an output of 220w@4ohms and 350w@2ohms. MSRP- 149.95

S-1600.2- Full range class A+B S-1600.2 which puts out 90w x2 @4 ohms and 130×2 @ 2ohms. MSRP- 124.95

S-2500.1d- This class D Monoblock is has a rating of 350w @ 4ohms, 600w @ 2ohms, and 900w @ 1 ohm. MSRP-179.95

S-3000.4D- Class D 4 channel amp that puts out 190×4@4ohms, 295×4@2ohms, and 544×2@4 ohms bridged. MSRP- 199.95

S-1800.4- A full range class A+B 4 channel amplifier that puts out 100×4 w @4ohms, 150w x 4@2 ohms, and 280 w X @ 4 ohms bridged. MSRP-179.95

Visit DS18.com for more.