NAMPA, ID (04.24.24) – The PNWCEE event is scheduled for May 13-15 in Seattle WA. A special motorcycle audio session is scheduled to kickoff the event. Diamond Audio and Cerwin Vega products will be featured at the session to be conducted by Sam Walker. Pacific Rim’s Mark Giovannetti and Ryan Klein, DA/CV Western Regional, hooked on a trip to Nampa ID to finalize the details for Sam Walker’s presentation at his Walker Audio Design store.

“We rolled in on a sunny day and started the visit with a great photo op out front of the store with Sam and his wife Maria. Sam conducted his ‘Motorcycle Deconstruction’ session at the PNWCEE 2022 and it was very well received. The bike business is even hotter now and Diamond Audio and Cerwin Vega are leaders in the motorcycle audio space. We are planning for a terrific session with Sam and Ryan up front with a Harley Road Glide again this year” Giovannetti related.

Walker stated “My Harley is loaded with Diamond Audio and Cerwin Vega plus lighting and other aftrmarket products. Ryan and I will cover the best practices along with ins and outs of motorcycle audio. The session will also cover amp tuning and DSP integration.” Walker is a motorcycle enthusiast of over 2 decades.

Klein commented “As an engineer with Diamond Audio and Cerwin Vega we work day in and day out to deliver the best products to the motorcycle community. Preparing dealers to deliver the best motorcycle experience is our goal and the PNWCEE 2024 session.”

The 2024 PNWCEE Expo runs May 13-15 at the Doubletree by Hilton at South Center in Seattle WA.

For more email pnwceegrp@gmail.com or call Mark Giovannetti at 206-334-2155.

SEATTLE, WA (04.23.24) – The PNWCEE 2024 Mobile Electronics Expo, featuring Mobile Electronics, is set for May 13th-15th at the Doubletree by Hilton at South Center in Seattle WA.

This year the event will kick off with a special Monday 6:30 evening launch event themed ‘Harley Davidson Audio Install Deconstruction’ presented by Sam Walker and Ryan Klein as they deconstruct a Harley Davidson Road Glide with a premium aftermarket audio system build on the bike.

“My Harley Road Glide is loaded with Diamond Audio and Cerwin Vega products. Lighting and other aftermarket products also. During the session that Ryan Klein and I host we will cover best practices, along with the ins and outs of motorcycle audio, while deconstructing the bike and putting it back together. The session will also cover amp tuning plus DSP integration” Sam Walker related.

Sam Walker is the owner of Walker Audio Design in Nampa ID and a 21 year veteran of the 12volt industry. He is an avid rider and specializes in Harley Davidson Audio. Mark Giovannetti and Ryan Klein recently traveled to Nampa ID to meet with Walker and finalize the plans for the Diamond Audio Cerwin Vega Motorcycle event at the upcoming PNWCEE event.

Ryan Klein is the West Coast Manager with CVDA and very active in the Motorcycle/PowerSports category. As a company that has been in the category for many years, Diamond Audio and Cerwin Vega have been on the leading edge of high-performance audio products and solutions.

Klein recently attended the K’Fest event in Nashville and met with dealers in the booth on the event floor along with making training presentations.

“With the addition of the larger outdoor area we will have the opportunity to have even more show cars at the 2024 event. May 13th-15th, Monday through Wednesday, are the dates and we look forward to seeing a record turnout at the upcoming 2024 event. So far there is a real buzz in the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 event. Several dealers have indicated they will close their stores and bring their crew” Mark Giovannetti-Pacific Rim Marketing commented.

For info email pnwceegrp@gmail.com or contact Mark at 206-334-2155.

Visit pnwcee.com for more.

VANCOUVER, BC (04.23.24) – “The highly anticipated THINKWARE Premium Q850 2K premium dash cam is exclusive to independent 12 volt retailers and is now shipping. The Q850 boasts a wide array of advanced features that THINKWARE customers have come to love such as Parking Surveillance mode, THINKWARE Connected built-in GPS & Wi-Fi along with speed and red light camera alerts” Billy Alexandre, THINKWARE Sales Manager stated.

Alexandre believes the Q850 will be a great success for dealers as it strikes the perfect balance between design, features, and price at $299.99. At this price point dealers will also enjoy improved margins compared to past dash cam models.

For more see thinkware.com

TEMPE, AZ (04.22.24) – On the heels of hosting the immensely successful 2024 MasterTech Expo in Arizona, Mobile Solutions, a leader in creating the tools and training needed for custom automotive electronics, audio, and interior installations, headed north to Canada for the recent 2024 CMA Expo, held at the Toronto Congress Center, where it engaged with the top mobile enhancement retailers from across the country.

“What an amazing show… it was so great to see all our Canadian friends,” said Bryan Schmitt, Mobile Solutions founder/CEO/president. “We had tremendous interactions at our booth and during our awesome fabrication trainings. We want to give a special thanks to our distributor partner Importel and to CMA’s Ben Woo and Frank Spezzano for an excellent event. I can certainly appreciate the effort.”

CMA Networks Director of Operations, Frank Spezzano, said that the continued success of the CMA Expo can be directly attributed to the commitment from Canadian retailers and the supporting event sponsors.

“Having top-tier company and distributor representatives are of the utmost importance,” said Spezzano. “The fact that our attendees learn from the best during hyper-focused trainings, such as from our special guest Bryan Schmitt, is invaluable. Having Bryan on-hand at the Mobile Solutions booth and conducting trainings were highlights of the show for everyone. His knowledge and dedication to educating and growing our industry, especially here in Canada, is a testament to the strength of the market.”

For the second consecutive year, the 2024 CMA Expo brought together more than 100 leading mobile electronics brands, retailers, and industry experts for a weekend of skill-building, product showcases, and networking. As the industry continues to evolve, CMA Networks remains committed to providing invaluable opportunities for networking, education, and innovation. Visit www.cmaexpo.ca to learn more.

For more information, please visit www.mobilesolutions-usa.com.

CERRITOS, CA (04.22.24) Big 5 Electronics, serving dealers for over 2 decades, is the largest 12volt distributor in Southern California. KICKER is a key brand and Big 5 Electronics received the KICKER 2023 Distributor of the Year Award for the Western Region.

Tracy Focht, KICKER Western Regional, related “Ratif and Rizwan Bawaney, along with their team members, are totally engaged with the 12volt industry every day. It was a pleasure to present the KICKER 2023 Distributor of the Year for the Western Region to them at the 2024 KnowledgeFest. They were on the floor at the event with sales team members. I understand they are off to a strong start as Q1 of 2024 wrapped.

“It was exciting to received the 2023 KICKER Distributor Award in Vegas and we are off to a strong start in 2024. We are working with our dealers to expand categories they offer to their customers. The more in-store traffic our dealers can attract the better it is for business across the board. The off-road, marine and bike categories are growth areas and KICKER has a strong product lineup to drive business Latif related.

Big 5 Electronics stocks over 40 brands in the company’s large warehouse facility in Cerritos, CA.

Visit big5electronics.com and kicker.com for more.

LAS VEGAS, NV (04.18.24) – Audiomobile is pleased to announce the initial deliveries of their latest ‘Solopass’ compact enclosure systems. The all-new ‘SPEED’ (Stealth Perfect Engineered Enclosure Design) series, represent a unique set of attractive solutions, tailored to specific platforms, to meet the needs of upscale specialty retailers.

Audiomobile has been in the business of delivering small form-factor subwoofer enclosures for over 8 years, and these new models represent the recent pivot, to focus on high-performance, “Drop-In” – or ‘Stealth’ subwoofer solutions, for popular Truck and SUV platforms. These advanced enclosures feature premium materials and construction and designed and manufactured in the USA, using advanced CAD and CNC production, to meet Audiomobile’s demanding standards.

Matt Overpeck, EVP of Audjomobile commented, “We have learned a great deal over the past several years, regarding the key factors, in producing upscale subwoofer enclosures, but it took some time to develop the optimal, synergistic blend of relevant designs, that serve to incorporate the latest manufacturing technologies. With the increased demand for compact “form-factor” solutions, especially for the ubiquitous truck and SUV market, our goal was to craft the ideal combination of domestically manufactured, compact subwoofer solutions, while addressing both an array of popular ‘vehicle specific’ applications, but with unique capability to offer substantially greater platform application flexibility.”

Unlike the typical 5/8” domestic or PRC type material, every ‘SPEED’ and loaded ‘SoloPass’ enclosure employs premium, ¾” USA MDF, while the front baffle features a dual-layer ¾” (1.5” total), to insure maximum baffle rigidity and ‘flush-mount’ the drivers, for enhanced cosmetic appeal. This unique feature also allows many models to be easily ‘inverted,’ for “Down-fire” applications, using the optional, ‘Iso-feet’ kit. This unique feature also effectively ‘floats’ the enclosure, and which is especially useful in trunk and cargo / boot applications, where clients do not wish to compromise the utility of
their limited storage space – either under-seat or behind seats.

Key ‘SPEED’ Enclosure features include —

• Premium ¾” USA MDF panels, featuring double front baffles, for extreme rigidity, plus flush-mounted drivers
• Each model cross-braced and/or features ‘Dado’ construction and premium adhesives, to insure air-tight seal
• “Open-System Architecture,” allows Dealers to tailor subwoofer systems for Impedance or power-handling
• Premium, plush black carpet, or spray-on ‘bedliner’ coating, depending on specific vehicle or form-factor
• All models feature Gold-plated, 8-gauge, 5-way binding terminals, to accept ‘Banana Plug’ for secure connections

The newest model, is for F-150 behind-seat, designed for dual Evo 8” (SSFR 225.2), delivers 800 watt power-handling and will ship at the end of the month. It will be followed this Spring with other models, including 10” Maverick, as well as F-150/Raptor, Ram 1500 ‘Classic,’ GM Silverado/Sierra, and Toyota Tacoma / Tundra – all dual 10” systems, plus other popular truck platforms.

For more information, please go to Facebook.com/Audiomobile.net.

LIBERTYVILLE, IL (04.18.24) – Exclusively for Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicles — Rear Overhead Soundbars deliver LOUDER AUDIO PLAYBACK with deeper details of sound. Get ready for your customers to take in new dimensions of audio within their Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicles through Music. Defined. listening.

Have your customers drive into spring adventure with audio adrenaline that creates new levels of playback through JL/JT Jeep Tuned Audio.

Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars add audio layers upon music transforming sound into BIGGER dimensions of higher performance. Get ready for your customers to immerse their sound with Music. Defined. playback that places them within the concert right in their Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicle.

Choose from either Compression Horn (with RGB Lighting or without) or Coaxial (with RGB Lighting or without) soundbar speaker models (available for Jeep JL 2018 — Current or Gladiator JT 2020 — Current models). Four 8-inch speakers within an enclosure add dynamic layers of immersive audio while featuring 1-inch Titanium dome tweeters that create clean levels of playback.

The MB Quart MBQJ-48HRGB and MBQJ-48H feature dynamic and LOUD 8-inch Compression Horn speakers with an innovated enclosure, but the MBQJ-48HRGB also includes RGB LED lighting to bring the concert to life with moving colors to showcase an in-vehicle concert right in your customer’s Jeep JL/JT vehicle. Bring the concert anywhere the spring trails demand!

Designed to directly replace and upgrade the OEM rear speaker soundbar, both of these rear overhead soundbars bring to life every genre of audio with incredible details, clean playback, and higher volume.

Learn more HERE about the MBQJ-48HRGB or HERE about the MBQJ-48H Compression Horn Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars.

The MBQJ-48CRGB and MBQJ-48C Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars feature 8-inch Coaxial speakers with an enclosure (like the MBQJ-48HRGB), but the MBQJ-48CRGB also includes RGB LED lighting. The MBQJ-48C still features 8-inch Coaxial speakers with the enclosure producing sound quality that is clean, immersive, and dynamic. TURN UP THE LOUD on every trail!

Learn more HERE about the MBQJ-48CRGB or HERE about the MBQJ-48C Coaxial Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars.

Both Coaxial and Compression Horn speakers include 1-inch Titanium dome tweeters with a lightweight composite frame design for maximum airspace giving your sound a richer detail with total undistorted quality. Thespeaker enclosure is a composite construction with a MB Quart logo badge, as this drop-in upgrade utilizes the roof area around the B-pillar.

Vehicle-specific wiring and harnessing make for simple Plug and Play OEM style installation and setup easy and fast with basic hand tools only required.

Once your customers have heard what Jeep Tuned Audio can do for their favorite songs, no matter the genre, there’s just no going back. Transcend every outdoor listening adventure with MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio that redefines their music through Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbars.

MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio makes outdoor adventures reach new heights. Learn more HERE about the line of MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio products and CONTACT your Maxxsonics sales representative NOW to place your MB Quart Jeep Rear Overhead Soundbar order.

Visit mbquart.com for more.

EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO (04.17.24) – SolarFX Window Films shipments have filled the warehouse as the window tinting season is here. SolarFX also has POP items to help dealers attract consumers to their stores, create in-store attention and reward customers.

Shawn Vogler stated “Our window films business continues to grow year over year and we are excited for the 2024 season as the summer’s heat is just around the corner. We have a ton of marketing POP to grab attention in a dealer’s market and drive business into their stores. Light up outside signs and flag banners plus a wide selection of in the showroom items including neon wall clocks, wall vinyl stickers, stand up banners, welcome door mats and bar stools are available. For the dealer’s customers we offer key chains, koozies, lanyards, wrist bands, sunglasses and the very popular rubber ducks. A variety of stickers are also available.”

As the window tint season is here Vogler and staff members are headed to the Tinter Battles in Orlando FL. Tinter Battles runs April 18-20 at the all-new Wiz Castle in Orlando. SolarFX is an event supporter that brings together window tinting and paint professionals and prospects from around the world for 3 days of education, business development, competitions and entertainment.

For the season SolarFX also has a dealer buy-in for a 16” X 43” acrylic sign with 4 stand-off brackets. The Product Code is SFX-1643.

SolarFX Window Films are manufactured with the most advanced technologies in the industry. By utilizing these leading-edge technologies the company is able to produce some of the world’s best performing Automotive Window Films, Architectural/Residential Films, Paint Protection Films and Security/Safety Films available on the market today. The Dragon Distributing 27,000 sq ft warehouse is well stocked and ready to ship.

Concluding, “We have a window film to match every budget and performance need. SolarFX Window Films is one of the fastest growing window films companies in the US and we invite all to… Feel the FX of SolarFX Window Films.”

The Vogler family has been associated with the mobile electronics industry for decades and now is focused on driving the company’s SolarFX window films business.

For more see dragondistributing.com or call 816-630-6011 or 800-825-3746.

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (04.17.24) – As the official audio sponsor for Jeep Beach 2024 – MB Quart is heading down to Daytona Beach, Florida, for the biggest Jeep party under the sun! Attracting over 200,000 visitors and 20,000 Jeeps every year, MB Quart is looking to join in on the Jeep fun by showcasing a variety of Jeep Tuned Audio Kits including the reveal of ALL-NEW Jeep Wrangler JK Tuned Audio Kits in 2024.

All of the Music. Defined. Jeep Tuned Audio action takes place at Daytona Beach, Florida, and runs through April 19th (Friday) through April 28th (Sunday). The biggest Jeep beach party in the nation will promise to deliver on many Jeep Waves, incredible MB Quart Jeep demo vehicle builds, and Music. Defined. performance with audio products for Jeep Wrangler JL, Jeep Gladiator JT, and NOW ALL-NEW for 2024 Jeep Wrangler JK. It’s time to get ready for the Florida sun, LOUDER AUDIO, and good Jeep vibes.

Brian Sherman, Vice President of Product and Marketing, said, “We are very excited to be taking part in Jeep Beach 2024 and continuing to be the official audio sponsor of Jeep Beach. We can’t wait to expand our MB Quart line of Jeep Tuned Audio products to the Wrangler JK family of vehicles (2007-2018) debuting at Jeep Beach 2024. Hearing all of the requests for Music. Defined. Jeep Tuned Audio wanted in Jeep Wrangler JK vehicles – I am thrilled to finally showcase what these MB Quart Jeep JK Tuned Audio Kits can do and perform at Jeep Beach 2024.”

Alden Stiefel, President of Maxxsonics, mentioned, “MB Quart Jeep Tuned Audio has arrived for Jeep JK vehicles, and I can’t wait for everyone to hear upgraded performance and sound for those that love their Jeep JK vehicle. MB Quart will continue to bring the party with HIGHER QUALITY SOUND and playback spread across Jeep Wrangler JL, Jeep Gladiator JT, and now Jeep Wrangler JK. Here’s to another LOUD and successful Jeep Beach!”

ABOUT THE ALL-NEW JEEP JK TUNED AUDIO STAGE KITS LINE
Get ready for your Jeep Tuned Audio to become infused with adventure Jeep Wrangler JK adrenaline in every beat and HEAR MORE DETAILS in your Jeep JK vehicle. MB Quart Jeep JK Tuned Audio will deliver an immersive soundscape of deeper layers of quality, performance, and sound in every beat.

Choose from a variety of different MB Quart Tuned Audio Jeep Wrangler JK kits to elevate your sound within your Jeep JK Wrangler vehicle. The MBQJK-28C and MBQJK-28CRGB (RGB lights included) feature 8-inch coaxial speakers with 1-inch Titanium dome tweeters utilizing a waterproof coated silk surround and injection molded composite polypropylene cones that deliver impactful mids with minimal cone flex – maximizing audio gains in every beat. The MBQJK-28E is just the enclosure for your Jeep JK Wrangler vehicle.

The JS1-216JK Speaker Kit elevates Jeep Wrangler JK audio with crisp sound, clean playback, and deeper layers of listening in every beat. This two 6.5-inch convertible speaker system features a shallow lightweight frame design for maximum airspace, increasing undistorted audio, while WideSphere Technology 1-inch dome tweeters incorporate the reproduction of high frequencies for maximizing highs in every song. Hear MORE of your audio on every journey with the JS1-216JK speaker kit!

The MBQJK-STG2AH-1 is a STAGE 2 800-watt JK Specific Audio Kit that takes all of the guesswork out. This STAGE 2 JK Specific Audio Kit includes a front set of JS1-216JK speakers, two 400-watt amplifiers, wiring, and an amplifier plate for an easy audio upgrade that instantly enhances sound. This JK Specific Audio Kit offers another opportunity to select what Jeep JK Tuned Audio setup works best for your Jeep Wrangler JK vehicle – whether it’s the MBQJK-28C, MBQJK-28CRGB, or the JS1-216JK Speaker Kit – MB Quart Jeep JK Tuned Audio has you covered!

ELEVATE YOUR BASS with BIGGER BASS IMPACT exclusively for Wrangler JL/JK vehicles with the JL/JK Tailgate Subwoofer. Featuring a massive 12 inches of Music. Defined. bass gains and 400 watts of power with an application-specific long-throw High Output design – your bass game will become elevated to new heights of immersive sound with heavy thumps and drops in every beat.

ABOUT JEEP WRANGLER JL/GLADIATOR JT TUNED AUDIO PRODUCTS
Choose from 12 different MB Quart Tuned Audio Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT kits. Every kit is a direct replacement for all OEM speakers and includes Plug & Play OEM fitment. The MBQJ-STG6A-1 is an 800-watt STAGE 6 Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT tuned six-speaker system upgrade. In addition, for Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT vehicles are Rear Overhead Soundbars. Choose from either a Compression Horn or Coaxial soundbar (both come with or without RGB lighting) that features four 8-inch speakers within an enclosure and hear dynamic layers of superior-sounding audio throughout every beat.

Having a very successful Jeep Beach 2023 – Jeep Beach 2024 looks to build upon the grown excitement and commitment that MB Quart has invested in Jeep Tuned Audio over past years. This ALL-NEW line of Jeep JK Tuned Audio Stage Kits will redefine every adventure for Jeep JK vehicles forever.

For a complete breakdown of the ALL-NEW MB Quart Jeep JK soundbars and the Jeep JK speaker kit, head to the MB Quart website at https://mbquart.com/.

For complete event/show details on Jeep Beach 2024, follow the link at https://www.jeepbeach.com/.

MARIETTA, GA (04.16.24) – Vickers AV would like to express our sincere gratitude for the beautiful plaque commemorating our 50-year partnership with Metra Electronics. It’s an honor to be recognized for our long-standing collaboration, and we deeply appreciate the gesture.

Over the past five decades our partnership with Metra Electronics has been instrumental in our success. Together, we have achieved numerous milestones and overcome challenges, building a relationship based on trust, reliability and mutual respect. This plaque serves as a meaningful reminder of the enduring bond between our organizations.

“Metra is very proud to bd a longtime friend of Vickers AV. It is hard to imagine how many changes both Vickers and Metra have seen in our industry over these 50 years. It is a true testament to Vickers AV that they have withstood the test of time, and we wish them many more successful years” Bill Lauer, Director of Strategic and Tactical Operations, stated.

We value the partnership we have create cultivated with Metra Electronics and look forward to many more years of collaboration and shared success.

Vickers AV contributed this article. For more see vickersav.com