EAST WENATCHEE, WA (09.26.24) – IASCA has partnered with Qobuz to provide SQC competitors with music in competition. Qobuz now has the official 2025 SQC playlist for competitors available online.
” IASCA recognizes that digital music downloads are becoming the norm and that mechless units are replacing CD players, as they are, for all intents and purposes, being phased out in modern formats and vehicles.” Said Travis Chin, President of IASCA. “It’s our goal to provide IASCA competitors with as many alternative sources of official music playlists as possible. However, due to sheer performance, Qobuz has been named the IASCA official streaming partner. Offering our playlist through Qobuz allows instant access to exact tracks used in IASCA competitions. Qobuz users will be the first to receive new tracks for fun and future playlists..”
LOS ANGELES, CA (09.25.24) – The Cerwin Vega UTV65 Series Weatherproof Sound Systems are designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers.
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The UTV65 and UTV65LED models are equipped with powerful built-in 600-Watt Max amplifiers and high-output 6.5-inch 2-way speakers, ensuring a premium audio experience for UTVs, ATVs, boats, and other off-road vehicles. The UTV65LED also features custom RGB LED lighting, allowing users to personalize their sound system with dynamic lighting effects controlled via a wireless remote.
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Key features include Bluetooth streaming for seamless wireless control of music and apps, weatherproof design for rugged durability in outdoor conditions, easy plug-and-play installation compatible with any 12V power source and optional RGB LED lighting for a party atmosphere (UTV65LED model).
LIBERTYVILLE, IL (09.25.24) – Whether you’re cruising through calm waters or cutting through the loud waves, these amplifiers are designed to provide crystal-clear sound and robust power, making them an essential upgrade for any on-the-water Hifonics audio system.
Hifonics THOR Marine amplifiers create a superior soundscape that transforms your on-the-water listening experience with higher compact power. Ranging from the TPS-A500.1 mono 500-watt, TPS-A500.2 2-channel 500-watt, or TPS-A350.4 4-channel 350-watt Powersports amplifier – THOR Marine amplifiers offer installation flexibility with options and sizes.
Marine-Grade Protection: Designed specifically for life on the water, THOR amplifiers feature corrosion-resistant materials, conformal-coated PCBs, and sealed connections. This ensures they perform flawlessly in humid, salty, and wet conditions on the open waters.
Class D Efficiency: THOR Marine amplifiers use Class D amplifier technology, (which not only delivers high power), but also operates efficiently, ensuring minimal battery drain while keeping your music loud and clear.
Aluminum Heat Sink: Every THOR Marine amplifier utilizes an aluminum heat sink that quickly dissipates heat allowing every THOR compact amplifier to run lower impedance for a longer duration.
Extreme Durability: Built to withstand the harsh Marine environment, these amplifiers are rugged and reliable, ensuring that your sound system performs at its best, no matter the conditions.
Whether you are hosting a party on the deck or enjoying a relaxing day of fishing, Hifonics THOR Marine amplifiers deliver uncompromising power creating sound quality to enhance your time on the water.
Embrace THE POWER OF THOR and elevate your Marine boat installation!
Learn more HERE about the line of Hifonics THOR Marine amplifiers.
DIAMOND BAR, CA (09.24.24) – The SEMA Show returns in 2024 with a renewed focus on innovation to meet the needs of an evolving automotive aftermarket industry. As the landscape of attendees shifts toward a younger, more dynamic demographic, the Show continues to transform its offerings to deliver engaging, experiential elements that go beyond traditional trade show norms.
This year’s Show will feature a wide range of activations, live demonstrations, and immersive experiences designed to serve an international community seeking more than a walk through the convention center aisles. Attendees will experience the latest trends and advancements in an interactive format that encourages participation and discovery.
“The 2024 SEMA Show is the result of a journey we started almost 20 years ago,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “Today’s attendees want to engage with products, brands, and each other in different ways, and our goal is to provide an environment where they can explore, connect, and experience innovation in real-time. This year’s event is designed with that in mind, offering more opportunities for interaction, networking, and engagement.”
The SEMA Show is one of the largest trade shows in the world, powered by a passionate and innovative community. The 2024 Show is receiving more industry support than it has seen in years, with more than 2,400 exhibitors — including 500 first-time exhibitors — projected to display their latest products and services to thousands of attendees and media.
New and Evolved Experiences The SEMA Show continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in the industry, not just for the scale of its event, but for its ability to adapt and evolve to meet the needs of the automotive aftermarket industry. With a focus on creating meaningful experiences, the Show is primed to attract a new wave of attendees who are eager for more dynamic, participatory interactions, and support exhibitors who are looking for ways to connect directly with both industry professionals and consumers.
Among the Show’s headlining innovations are two events designed to bookend the SEMA Week experience. Show attendees will kick off the Week with Industry Night @ SEMA Featuring The Goo Goo Dolls, an exclusive party for the entire industry community on the Las Vegas Convention Center campus. Show attendees will unite to forge relationships that will drive the industry forward as they enjoy chart-topping music from the Goo Goo Dolls, O.A.R., and Reignwolf and get ready for a week of discovery and innovation. Attendees can learn more and purchase tickets at SEMAShow.com.
Closing the week is SEMA Fest, now relocated to the SEMA Show campus. SEMA Fest will welcome the enthusiast public and the industry community with live music featuring Sublime, Cage The Elephant, Fitz And The Tantrums, and Petey, as well as high-octane motorsports activations. Attendees can learn more and purchase tickets at SEMAFest.com.
“The SEMA Show is an environment for the entire community to gather,” said Gattuso. “We’re unique because we have the global marketplace represented in one place, from manufacturing to service providers to distribution to end users. When you have that, great things are bound to happen.”
EDMONTON, CANADA (09.24.24) – Eleven Engineering, Inc. is proud to announce that Jarod Parish has joined the company’s growing Research & Development Design Team.
“Eleven Engineering’s R&D department has had to keep pace with our overall company growth the past few years,” said Rex Whitehead, Eleven Engineering executive vice president, sales & marketing. “Jarod’s education and experience makes him the ideal fit for helping expand our technologies and product offerings in the near and long term.”
Parish graduated from University of British Columbia – Okanagan with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Science – Electrical Engineering, with a minor in Computer Science.
“Eleven Engineering’s hardware and firmware development aligned with my goals after graduation, plus I enjoy the atmosphere and the culture at Eleven,” said Parish, who is based in the company’s Edmonton, AB headquarters. “I want to make a great impact, and get more involved in the technical side of our products.”
SKAA has become the go-to wireless solution for the emerging PSM (Party Speaker Market) due to its long range and the fact that no network is required. Additionally, SKAA wireless lets the integrator easily create a dedicated multi-room home audio superhighway with a range up to 150 feet with a robust, interference-free low-latency signal eliminating lip-sync issues with TV and gaming. SKAA-enabled products can stream music between them, up to four sets simultaneously – one transmitter to four devices. In environments laden with heavy Wi-Fi and Bluetooth traffic, SKAA navigates through these hostile environments with best-in-class reliability. SKAA also allows for uninterrupted audio signals that are delivered with the highest sound quality to all speakers without the latency that is inherent in other wireless solutions.
SKAA is available as a built-in technology not requiring an external transmitter in purpose-designed partner products. SKAA transmitters work with iOS & Android mobile devices, Mac & Windows computers, televisions, and just about any product with a line output or a headphone jack.
KNOXVILLE, TN (09.23.24) – Systematic Holdings, LLC, the parent company of XS Power, is proud to announce the acquisition of Ampere Audio.
Ampere becomes a sister company to Sundown Audio, XS Power Batteries, and several others under the Systematic Holdings, LLC umbrella. Scottie Johnson, Owner and CEO of Systematic Holdings reported this acquisition would further the overall portfolio of the Systematic family of brands and will allow consumers another avenue for cost-effective solutions for their everyday audio needs.
“Ampere Audio is a brand that has been well-known for its quality and craftsmanship. This acquisition allows us the ability to be involved in pushing that forward into the future and is a great fit for us,” said Shawn Mayo, Mobile Electronics Sales Manager for XS Power Batteries. Ampere Audio offers a variety of subwoofers ranging in size, as well as amplifiers and various mids and highs.
Ampere Audio was originally founded by Andrew Bailey in 2011, who quickly created a strong following for the brand. “Scottie and Systematic have been pushing the boundaries with innovation in the mobile electronics industry for nearly 30 years now, so giving the brand the opportunity to be continued within that network was an easy decision for me,” Andrew Bailey reported.
The staff at Systematic Holdings has numerous dedicated staff of mobile electronics experts and world-champion car audio competitors, ready to aid in expanding the Ampere Audio offering. It was reported that Ampere Audio will be re-evaluating and expanding its line of products to include a variety of high-quality and cost-effective options. More on the company’s direction will be released as it becomes available.
POMPANO BEACH, FL (09.23.24) – ZZ2 is excited to offer advanced CarPlay and Android Auto integration solutions for a wide range of BMW models. The BMW ZZPLAY family covers a broad selection of systems including CCC (2004-2008), CIC (2009-2012), NBT (2012-2017), and EVO (2017 and up).
What Sets ZZPLAY Apart?
Wireless Freedom: Our kits provide seamless wireless CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, allowing customers to connect their smartphones directly with the factory bluetooth for audio and phone calls.
Enhanced Visibility: Front and rear camera inputs enable effortless integration for superior parking and driving assistance.
Why It Matters for Your Store: ZZPLAY is a must-have for your customers looking to modernize their BMW with the most sought-after tech features. Whether they want to access iMessage, Spotify, Waze, WhatsApp, or Google Maps—everything is at their fingertips, controllable through their BMW’s factory controls for a smooth and intuitive experience.
Explore the Range: From ITZ-CCC-A to IT3-EVO, these powerful solutions are designed to be compatible with most BMW models and deliver an unbeatable driving experience.
Ready to offer your customers the latest in automotive technology? Visit the ZZ2 website today for a detailed compatibility list and more information.
For a comprehensive compatibility list and more details about the ITZ-CCC-A, IT3-CIC, IT3-NBT and IT3-EVO, you can visit ZZ2’s website and navigate through the BMW collection.
KNOXVILLE, TN (09.20.24) – Systematic Holdings, LLC, the parent company of XS Power, is proud to announce the immediate addition of Lithium Pros to its family of brands.
Lithium Pros is a recognized leader in power solutions for racing, marine, and other industries. They bring vast application knowledge, proprietary BMS systems, and state-of-the-art testing equipment to the Systematic family, leveraging the company’s team of engineers, chemists, and machinists to deliver power in the most extreme conditions.
Lithium Pros offered the first lithium iron phosphate (LFP) engine start battery for marine in 2011, introduced the concept of the single 36V LFP battery to the marine industry in 2012, and introduced the first certified NMEA 2000 LFP marine battery in 2021. They manufacture and distribute these high-performance batteries in 12V~48V models, ranging from 400Whr to 7kWhr with advanced internal battery management systems.
Lithium Pros also has over a decade of experience with powering warehouse automation, with thousands of advanced LFP batteries in service 24/7 over its 13-year history.
“Joining forces with Lithium Pros adds another level of expertise in advanced battery design and manufacturing to the already well-rounded team within the Systematic family of brands,” says Systematic Holdings CEO, Scottie Johnson. “As we expand into new markets utilizing Lithium Pros vast experience in the marine and automation sectors, we will be able to introduce new and innovative ideas into our existing automotive, powersports and transportation markets, further improving the customer experience. We are very excited, not only about what is ahead for Lithium Pros, but for what this brings for XS Power, JY Power, TurboStart and Ioxus as well.”
With Systematic Power Solutions’ product development capabilities, broad manufacturing capacity, and capacity for distribution, the newly combined team is excited to expand their offerings to multiple new markets.
Lithium Pros President Kevin Bennett sees tremendous upside in joining the Systematic family of companies. “Joining the SPS team allows us to put our innovative passion to work in new markets, leveraging an extensive distribution network, a larger production footprint, and even better customer service. We’re excited and ready to take lithium battery technology to the next level.”
This marks the third major acquisition for Systematic Power Solutions spanning the capacitor, and advanced battery industry, expanding their commitment to the growing energy sector, finding innovative solutions to the world’s energy needs today and for decades to come.
For more information on XS Power Batteries, please visit www.xspowerbatteries.com or call 865-688-5953.
STANTON, CA (09.20.24) – The Protect-X Smart Sensor Vehicle Security Add-on Module was specifically designed for Toyota vehicles to combat catalytic converter and wheel/tire theft.
Each Protect-X module is manufactured with a self-contained highly sensitive tilt sensor which detects even a 1-degree change in the vehicle’s height and a dual zone shock sensor that monitors and detects impacts to the vehicles glass or body.
Enhanced Keyless Entry features are incorporated into the system that allows for up and down operation of the windows using the factory remote.
Simple to install with the average installation taking just 5 to 8 minutes, each unit comes with a T-harness that plugs directly into the factory harness eliminating the need for any wire cutting or additional parts.
Whether you’re installing this unit one at a time or preloading an entire car lot, Protect -X Smart Sensor System’s offers new opportunities.
To become a dealer or for more information about the Protect – X Smart System, give us a call or contact us via email.
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HOUSTON, TX (09.19.24) – David Toliver hit the Synergy Marketing area trail with Ceasar Olaes, MTX Regional, to connect with dealers and showcase the latest MTX Products. Hurricane Francine interrupted their original travel plans with storms throughout the Gulf Coast and Southern Louisiana so David and Ceasar concentrated on the Houston and close by area.
During a stop at Jay’s Audio in Lake Charles LA Ceasar Olaes and David Toliver flank Abdul Bensadaat in the retailer’s well stocked showroom.
“Ceasar and I spent the week traveling Houston and western south Louisiana showing off the new Terminator and Upcoming Thunder Amplifiers to many Houston and South Louisiana Dealers plus Prospects” Toliver commented.
During the midweek stops they met with 15 dealers plus prospects. It was a very productive trip and they are ready to hit the road again in the future.
Ceasar Olaes set to enter CJ’s Sounds in Cypress TX to show a new MTX amp.
“In times of change it’s especially important to engage with and attentively listen to our dealers. By having our reps and regionals, like David and Ceasar, work closely with our dealers we gain valuable insight into the daily hurdles they encounter, enabling us to collaboratively devise creative marketing solutions to move us all forward” Jason Fickas, VP at MTX, related.
Dealers were all very impressed with the build quality and value of the new amplifiers and the birth certificates included with the amplifiers. Dealers visited included Texas Electronics-Houston, Beats Car Audio-Houston, Modified Collision & Customs-Houston, Frequency Car Audio-Houston, CJ Sounds-Cypress, Audio Xperts-South Houston, Jay’s Audio-Lake Charles, LA, MTI Customs-Lake Charles LA, Motion Audio-Orange TX, Audio One-Beaumont TX and Auto Sound Discount Warehouse-Channelview TX.
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