City of Industry, Calif. -- February 1, 2019 -- Cadence is proud to announce a very successful CES 2019, which included showing the Cadence QRS speakers, QRS series of hybrid/electric car friendly GH amplifiers and our BeastMaster subwoofer installed in our new Demo Vehicle-a new Tesla Model 3.

Cadence would like to thank everyone for their support at the CES 2019 show.  We were pleased to see many familiar faces and we were shocked to get a visit from a few Tesla employees including Tesla Engineer Mr. Raphael Velasquez, who made a bee line to our show car straight from the airport. He could not wait to take a serious look at the Tesla Vehicle fully outfitted with Cadence products.  A Tesla hard hitting install that shows it is possible to install full blown systems in electric cars. As we plan for the future of the Mobile Electronics industry, this furthers our commitment to bring new business possibilities to our dealers with product that that can be reliable for the cars of tomorrow.

The Cadence QRS amplifiers efficiency factors fully complement the limiting factors found in hybrid and electric cars. Class G/H amplifiers utilize Class AB output topology, but the power supply has a dynamic range that at lower power levels, operates at a lower voltage and during higher power levels the DC/DC conversion kicks into high gear and produces higher voltage levels. Class G convert DC/DC at only 2 levels, however Class H is a bit more dynamic. The sound quality of these amplifiers is so superb that Tesla drivers and engineers alike love it. For additional information, contact us at (626) 465-3383

We would also like to extend a special thank you to our new partner, Mr. Francis Shek of Audio Resources Company, who oversees Cadence and Oncore Distribution in China and Hong Kong.  We have just finalized a two-year legal battle in China, protecting our brand from illegal counterfeiting production and distribution. Now that we have emerged victorious, we hope this clears up any confusion in the market and gives the Audio Resource Company an opportunity to successfully reestablish the Cadence brand atop where it rightfully belongs.

For further information please contact: Audio Resources Company House 13, G/F Chuk Yuen Village, Takwuling N.T. Hong Kong., email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Convenient iOS and Android apps allow virtually any vehicle to be a shareable “smart car” so family members can remotely lock, start, secure and track each vehicle from anywhere.

SEATTLE, Wash., – Feb. 6, 2019 – Firstech LLC, a pioneer in after-market vehicle security and remote start, today announced availability of the newest version of its popular DroneMobile app in the Apple Store, with the update rolling out to Google Play later this month.

The DroneMobile app, part of the company’s overall Drone solution, allows almost any vehicle to be a shareable “smart car,” giving drivers the ability to remote start, secure and even GPS track their vehicle from virtually anywhere in the world. With the introduction of family sharing, users can share control of their vehicles and even receive push notifications and customized alerts in the event of a break-in, to monitor younger drivers and more.

“While teens will be thrilled to use the DroneMobile app to start their vehicle, parents can rest easy on weekends knowing they can check in on their younger drivers as needed,” said Justin Lee, marketing director for Firstech. “We’re excited to make drivers of all vehicles happier and safer; from the comfort of getting in to a perfectly heated vehicle to the occasional maintenance reminder, DroneMobile truly connects man, woman and machine.”

The DroneMobile app communicates over LTE with a cellular module installed in the vehicle. The cellular module works seamlessly with an after-market remote start and security system to provide virtually unlimited range control and tracking from a smartphone.

In addition to iPhone and Android, drivers and their families can control DroneMobile with the Apple Watch, Android Wear, Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Drone features deliver:

Connection: Every member of a family or group can now be connected to vehicles through individual logins and configurable privileges.

Comfort and convenience: Remotely start or unlock a family car. No more getting into a freezing car in the winter or boiling car in the summer; even access your car if your keys are lost, stolen or forgotten.

Tracking: Locate your car, set geo-fencing alerts, receive push alerts on areas of interest, get curfew and speeding notifications and more.

Vehicle and driver insights: Check batteries or mileage, monitor teen driving, get maintenance reminders, etc. all through a convenient, configurable home screen.

Safety and security: Receive instant security alerts, track stolen vehicles, and start and unlock your car instead of fumbling with keys.

The DroneMobile app is free to download and service plans start at $5.99 per month. Hardware requirements include a DroneMobile cellular module and aftermarket remote start or security system, both of which are compatible with over 90 percent of vehicles. DroneMobile systems can be purchased and installed at over 2,000 retailers in North America, including Best Buy – all offering professional installers trained by Firstech. For pricing, location and compatibility, please visit www.dronemobile.com.

Firstech is an award-winning maker of automotive electronics. For the past 20 years, the company has focused on creating innovative solutions for enhancing driver safety, comfort, and convenience.As a pioneer in mobile electronics, the company has been first-to-market with several game-changing technologies, and has been honored with six CES Innovations Awards, three Mobile Electronics Top Vendor Awards, and an inclusion on Seattle Business Magazine’s “Top 100 Best Places to Work.” To learn more please visit www.firstechllc.com.

Raising radar/laser category awareness & highlighting benefits of partnering with K40 are top priority

January 21, 2019 Elgin, Ill. – K40 Electronics announced today the key objectives for its product category training sessions and booth presentations at KnowledgeFest Long Beach, February 23-25, at the Long Beach Convention Center, are to raise awareness of the radar/laser category among mobile electronics retailers along with explaining its unique partnership benefits.

“Equally important is the opportunity to have quality face-to-face conversations with retailers so we can understand their business needs, wants, and challenges,” said Rachel Clark, K40’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “With on-going product demos in booth #710, a fun giveaway in our training classes, and a ‘little something special’ offered only at the Beer & Biz opening night event, KnowledgeFest Long Beach attendees will discover the many ways K40 can positively impact their business from the install bay to the bottom line.”

In addition to show floor presentations, K40 will offer two dealer training sessions in the Seaside 4A Meeting Room:

Is K40 on Your Radar? There’s $Thousands$ of Reasons Why We Should Be

Description: In one insightful hour, K40 will discuss what the radar/laser category is all about, why you should make it a priority in your store, and the big profit potential that exists by asking your customers one simple question. Perhaps most important, you will experience why K40 has been the industry’s preferred speeding ticket protection vendor for over four decades and is a recently honored Vendor of the Year.

Date: Saturday, February 23

Time: 1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

Room: Seaside 4A

Date: Sunday, February 24

Time: 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Room: Seaside 4A

Seats to either K40 training session can be reserved here.

For information on K40’s entire product line, which offers the industry’s first ticket-free guarantee, visit  http://www.k40.com/products or call 800-323-6768.

SAINT PETERSBURG, RUSSIA, February 5, 2019 - AUTHOR Alarm as a member of MEA will present an innovative development - the unique CAN-bus-based anti-theft system IGLA and other security & comfort modules for your car

Changing attitude towards car security

Car security products developer and manufacturer AUTHOR Alarm is a MEA member and a participant of the upcoming KnowledgeFest 2019. Since 2010, AUTOR Alarm has been confidently taking its position in the automotive security market. Today, the company's product range includes dozens of products – anti-theft systems, GPS/GSM trackers, various comfort and security modules that are to be sold all over the world. The radically innovative approach to the digital car security gained its reap glory!

The company's flagship product is IGLA. IGLA and other AUTHOR Alarm devices are miniature and have a hidden installation almost anywhere in a car, so their detection without knowing their location is close to impossibility. For 8 years of work the company has not suffered a single defeat: 0 thefts!

IGLA cares about everything you value. Remember how much money, efforts and creativity was invested in your car in terms of additional equipment. It often happens that the invested forces and custom solutions are no less expensive and valuable than the car itself! IGLA became the guarantor of the fact that investments in the car will not be lost.

Another significant plus of the devices is an installation in the standard wiring, e.g. in the CAN-bus, with no need to cut any extra wires, so the OE warranty will be saved.

AUTHOR Alarm also has several mobile apps for convenient device usage. The apps help coping with GPS/GSM module ATLAS, allows custom setting and are completely user-friendly.

If to speak about other AUTHOR Alarm specialties, the company is an official FORD Sollers distributer in Russia.

We welcome you to the AUTHOR Alarm booth at KnowledgeFest-2019 in Long Beach. We look forward showing you more about new automotive security solutions!

Modesto, Calif., USA -- February 4, 2019 -- ARC Audio has partnered with Chip Foose and Foose Designs in an exclusive combined company and product marketing program for 2019. “Since our previous partnership with Foose Designs in 2005 we have continued a great relationship with Chip and the rest of the crew at Foose Designs,” said Demitrios Karabinis, CEO of ARC Audio Inc. “Chip’s creativity and attention to detail in the masterpieces that he creates, combined with the diverse marketing ventures in TV, web media and at a grass roots level is an ideal match to our companies business model and marketing needs.”

Chip’s career profile is staggering, his work includes: Staff Designer/Fabricator for the Asha Corporation, where he was responsible for conceptualizing new proprietary ideas and fabrication of prototypes for the OEM’s, Stehrenberger Design as an automotive designer, creating illustrations and conceptual models; Baker Sportronics, as chief designer and fabricator of electric vehicles used in the NFL and MLB; Hot Rods by Boyd, as chief designer and builder; and of course, working with his father, designing and building street rods, customs, studio vehicles and show cars for films such as Blade Runner, RoboCop, and Gone in 60 Seconds. Foose Design has captured an unprecedented 4 Ridler Awards at the Detroit Autorama and has been involved with 8 winners of Americans Most Beautiful Roadster. Most recently, Chip was awarded the first-ever Builder of the Decade award at the 2019 Grand National Roadster Show, in recognition of the milestones and contributions he has made to the automotive and hot rod industries.

Back in 2004 Chip started a television series called “Overhaulin',” which began airing on the TLC network in late April of that year. Owners were tricked while having their prized vehicle restored by Chip and his team in a week’s time. With an original run of 5 seasons, the series made nearly 90 automotive dreams come true. In 2009, Chip made a return to television, serving as a guest judge on the Discovery Channel’s “Ultimate Car Build-Off.” From 2010-2011 he also hosted the documentary series “American Icon: The Hot Rod” on Discovery’s HD Theater. Encouraged by the continued popularity of “Overhaulin’”, Discovery Communication’s Velocity network relaunched the show with all new episodes in October 2012, with ARC Audio taking part in 26 of the episodes.

“ARC Audio is proud to be the exclusive and official brand of car audio products for Foose Designs,” said Fred Lynch ARC Audio marketing manager. “We look forward to being part of some of the most beautiful and unique car builds in the world. This unique opportunity allows us to be included in everything from day-to-day builds to the most extensively detailed showstoppers. Along with direct involvement from Chip and his upcoming build and documentary series, the combined marketing value for both companies is priceless.”

For more information on Chip Foose and Foose Designs visit Chipfoose.com. For more information on ARC Audio consumers may call 209-543-8706 or visit www.arcaudio.com.  Consumers may follow ARC Audio at Facebook.com/arcaudio and use hashtags #arcaudio

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® has begun shipping the newest version of its fresh take on a classic concept:  he “tube” subwoofer.  KICKER TB-Series Compact Subwoofer Systems are made in 10- and 8-inch models, with 2- or 4-Ohm loads, all weather-proof and ready for most any application. These four additions to the KICKER subwoofer line were unveiled during CES 2019 and will be available very soon at Authorized KICKER Dealers in-store and online. TB-Series Sub Systems are also available for purchase at www.kicker.com.

The TB Systems’ compressed housing features thick ABS construction and a new-for-2019, low-profile, aluminum bracketing system. This flexible system allows installations to be easily performed horizontally, vertically or inverted with total confidence, even in boats or off-road applications. Spring-loaded speaker terminals come standard on every enclosure, as are a set of matched KICKER CompR® Subwoofer grilles on each end.

The heart of the TB-Series is made up of a steady KICKER CompR Subwoofer and passive reflex subwoofer technology. The CompR features a stacked magnet structure for high power handling and sound quality, UniPlate™ solid pole piece and backplate for excellent heat dissipation, red double-stitched Santoprene® surround and an all-polypropylene SoloKon™ cone system with 360-degree back bracing.  It all combines to maintain a superior level of volume and musical accuracy while delivering reliable performance in the rain, snow and sun.

On the opposite side of the TB enclosure is the reflex subwoofer, made with the same cone and surround materials as the CompR.  The reflex sub not only gives the tube more volume and deeper bass, but is the formula that allows the sub system to be extremely loud and compact. The result is a flexible sub that plays hard in any environment, yet leaves plenty of room for cargo storage in a vehicle. It can be installed in a boat, UTV, trunk or truck. It fits anywhere - and bumps everywhere!

For more information, consumers can log on to www.kicker.com/tb-loaded-enclosures.

KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized retailers worldwide, and also as Original Equipment for automobile manufacturers. Consumers seeking more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand website at www.kicker.com. Consumers can follow KICKER socially at Facebook.com/kickeraudio, Twitter.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio, and use the hashtags #kickeraudio and #livinloud.

KICKER TB-Series Compact Subwoofer Systems Specifications:

Model                                                                 TB10                     TB8

KICKER CompR Active Woofer (in, cm)       10, 25                    8, 20

Passive Reflex Subwoofer                             10, 25                    8, 20        

Impedance (Ohms)                                         2 or 4                     2 or 4                                                                                                                        

Rec. Amplifier Power (Watts RMS)                 400                         300                                                                                                                           

Frequency Response (Hz)                              25-500                   30-500     

Sensitivity (1w, 1m)                                          85.7                        84.4                                             

Diameter (in, cm)                                              10-5/8, 27              8-1/2, 21.6

Depth (in, cm)                                                    16-9/16, 42.1        12-7/8, 32.8                                

Height with Horizontal Bracket (in, cm)         10-3/4, 27.3          8-5/8, 21.9                                  

Height with Vertical Bracket (in, cm)             17-1/16, 43.4        13-7/16, 34.1             

January 31st, 2019 -- Belmont, Calif. GROM Audio (https://gromaudio.com) just announced the availability of VLine VL2 with Android 8.1. VLine VL2 is an aftermarket infotainment system that integrates with OEM car stereos and displays. It offers easy access to the latest in-car driving assistant applications, including maps by Google® and Waze®, integrated music streaming services, such as Spotify® and Pandora®, voice commands, and other relevant apps--all accessible through the vehicle's factory infotainment panel.

VLine is designed to address increasing need of the modern drivers in on-road connectivity and advanced driving assistant systems. According to the multiple studies, technology is the deciding factor in car purchases. GROM Audio bridges the gap between brand new vehicles and the cars that are already on the road, by offering VLine - a seamless infotainment system for factory stereos and displays.

VLine (https://gromaudio.com/vline/) is an Android based infotainment and car computing system. Previously running on Android 5.1, VLine offered stable performance and high level of reliability. Starting February 1st 2019, VLine VL2 will ship with the robust Android 8.1 Oreo. The upgrade for existing VLine VL2 customers will be available at a later date.

Android 8.1 was designed to improve on the shortcomings of 8.0. Latency and network loads are reduced because of Google's new Neural Networks API, allowing applications to employ hardware acceleration. Third-party developers are now able to use advanced machine learning algorithms; as a result, users will have access to smarter applications, which employ these updates. Additionally, applications are restricted to one push notification chime per second that can be muted entirely.

"The real value for VLine owners is in how they can now download a greater variety of apps," a GROM Audio representative said, "It's an exciting time for VLine owners to explore new apps on Play Market."

VLine offers a "tablet-like" experience, where users are able to install many driving assistant and entertainment apps, to run directly on their car stereo displays. Users no longer need to rely on their mobile device for any of those features. According to VLine owners, the most used driving assistant services include GPS turn-by-turn navigation by Google®, Waze®, Here® maps, voice assistant, and music streaming apps. In addition, the drivers connect vehicle's health monitoring software such as Torque, to stay a top of their vehicles condition and be proactive with the repairs, as well as reverse and front facing cameras.

Using VLine infotainment system with factory stereos guarantees a safer driving experience. By integrating with vehicle's original displays and controls, VLine relies on the safety standards that were designed by the car's manufacturer. Vline's own graphic interface features easy to view intuitive layout with large, bold graphics and fonts. Build-in voice assistant allows to start navigation or search for the music, without taking the hands from the wheels, or eyes from the road.

Those interested to learn more can visit GROM Audio VLine webpage for more details:
https://www.gromaudio.com/vline

Link to store:
https://gromaudio.com/store/vline

Demo videos of VLine:
https://gromaudio.com/vline/video.html

GROM is a Silicon Valley-based automotive electronics company with a focus on infotainment, connected car and audio integration solutions. With a passion for technology and drive for innovation, GROM Audio continues to bring to consumers trending in-car and smart city solutions. Through their long-standing commitment to quality products at affordable prices, GROM Audio continues to grow as a leading producer of connected car solutions, both hardware and software. More information is available at (https://gromaudio.com

Addition Brings Strong Customer Service Focus With Proven Experience

TAMPA, Fla. (February 1, 2019) – DOW Electronics announced today that Tim Crawford has joined the company to support and grow the Custom Integration channel. Mr. Crawford brings retail sales, product training, and account management experience that sets him up for success in this role.

Mr. Crawford will take on the role of CI Account Manager, focused on helping DOW’s custom integration customers in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi strengthen and improve their businesses. In prior positions, Mr. Crawford has focused on training and developing teams of people, working with management and outside vendors to develop and grow business, and maintaining existing business relationships. The skillsets he learned in all these roles will be valuable to his position with DOW.

“I am very excited to be taking this next step in my career,” said Mr. Crawford. “I look forward to applying my product knowledge, training skills and business development capabilities to help our customers with their business.”

“With his success at one of the largest electronics retailers in the nation, Tim has proven he’s a good communicator with a customer service focus,” added strategic sales manager Eric Friedman. “We’re excited to have Tim supporting our customers.”

“We believe that Tim brings strong organizational skills and years of experience providing technical support that will be beneficial for our retailers,” stated Drew Fischer, director of sales.

To learn more about DOW Electronics, please visit www.DOWElectronics.com or call 1.800.627.2900.

Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., DOW Electronics is one of the largest independently owned and operated electronics distributors servicing independent retailers in the Southern United States for 60 years. With six locations serving Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, DOW Electronics focuses on providing consumer electronics that enhance the customer experience.

DOW Electronics’ six areas of business include:

                        • Car and Marine Audio/Video                • Consumer Electronics

                        • Satellite Broadband                             • Satellite Television

                        • Surveillance                                        • VoIP

The Punch P500-12P is an ‘All-in-One’ Solution for Adding Serious Bass to Hatchbacks, Sedans, and SUVs

TEMPE, Ariz. – Jan. 31, 2019 – Rockford Fosgate (www.rockfordfosgate.com), the industry leader in high-performance audio systems, is proud to announce the new 12-inch 500-Watt (RMS) powered subwoofer enclosure is now available. With an MSRP of $349.99, the P500-12P is an ideal bass solution for hatchbacks, sedans, and SUVs.

“The Punch P500-12P gives you the ability to add great sounding bass to your factory installed or aftermarket stereo,” explained Theresa Anthony, Rockford vice president of sales and marketing. “It’s an ‘all-in-one’ solution with a 12-inch high output woofer coupled to a 500-watt internal amplifier housed in a sleek enclosure. You can change the amount of bass on the fly with the included remote level control, and the enclosure even features quick-release connectors for easy removal when you need extra cargo space.”

The Punch P500-12P’s 12-inch high-output subwoofer is impedance optimized for the built-in 500-watt class-D amplifier that features a 12db/Octave low-pass crossover, bass EQ, and on-board phase switch. The enclosure can be connected via speaker level inputs for connection to factory systems, or traditional line level inputs for aftermarket systems. It also features an intelligent auto turn-of/off circuit that eliminates the need for a separate turn-on wire. The enclosure itself is precision designed and constructed using MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) for the best acoustical properties and covered with heat activated vinyl for an attractive finish that resists marks.

Additional features and specifications include:

• Remote bass level control included
• Subwoofer grille included
• Frequency response: 20Hz to 200Hz
• Robust Power/Ground connections
• Separate low level and speaker level inputs
• Thermal and over/under voltage protection
• Dimensions: H: 12.88in x W: 24.76in x D1: 10.91in x D2 7.71in
• CEA-2006 & CEA-2031 compliant
• Klippel verified
• 1 Year Warranty

For more information on Rockford Fosgate, please visit www.rockfordfosgate.com.

Setting the standard for excellence in the audio industry, the Rockford Corporation markets and distributes high-performance audio systems for the mobile, motorsport, and marine audio aftermarket and OEM market.  Headquartered in Tempe, Ariz., Rockford Corporation is a publicly traded company and manufactures or distributes its products under the brands: Rockford Fosgate(R) and Renegade. For more information, please visit: www.rockfordfosgate.com and www.renegadecaraudio.com.

Eleven Engineering Enjoys Most Successful Annual Product Showcase in Las Vegas

EDMONTON, AB, CANADA, Jan. 30, 2019 – As they say, you know you made it when you’re a hit in Vegas.

Eleven Engineering, Inc. (www.elevenengineering.com), a market leader in semiconductor products for wireless audio for home theatre, multi-room, outdoor, portable, professional, 12 Volt (car, truck, motorcycle, power sports, marine) and gaming applications, is proud to announce that it conducted its best ever  annual Product Showcase, recently held in Las Vegas, Nev. from Jan. 8-11, 2019 at The Mirage Hotel & Casino. Eleven Engineering conducted numerous live SKAA® Wireless Audio demos and had its full complement of sales, marketing, and engineering teams present during the show to discuss its existing and new products and technologies.

“To say our product showcase was our most successful ever is an understatement…it had the exhilaration of hitting the jackpot,” explained Rex Whitehead, Eleven Engineering executive vice president, sales & marketing. “From start to finish, those that visited with us were blown away with SKAA and our accompanying products and what our design engineering team has been able to accomplish. If this event was just a precursor to what the rest of the year will bring, we are looking forward to a great 2019, and beyond.”

During the event, Eleven Engineering demonstrated SKAA’s enhanced ability to simultaneously address the world’s five biggest wireless audio markets:

1.  whole house (multi-zone audio)

2.  home theater (TV)

3.   portable/mobile

4.  automotive/marine/powersports

5.  pro audio/musical instrument.

Announced new products and technologies during the event included:

1.  Sage SiP (System in Package)

- designed for three reasons: lower cost, lower lead-time, higher data throughput.

- upgraded radio, capable of over twice the wireless throughput of Ginseng/Saffron.

- capable of 4.1 channels over wireless (vs. 2.1 with Ginseng/Saffron).

- radio fully backwards compatible with SKAA products already in the market

- available in three variants:

o   Sage-L: lowest cost model, for wireless subwoofer applications.

o   Sage-M: Ginseng/Saffron equivalent model, at a lower cost / lead time than either Ginseng or Saffron.

o   Sage-X: Sage configured for maximum RF throughput, enabling 4.1 channels of wireless    audio. For wireless 7.1 systems and similar.

2.  Serena (SKAA multi-room/multi-source transmitter)

- each Serena can serve two zones with up to four speakers per zone 

- class leading speaker to speaker sync - all speakers/all zones synced within 40µs

- enables party mode (same content) or different source content to each zone 

- can be expanded by adding additional Serenas

3.  Saskatoon Strawberry Ecosystem (SKAA Receiver/Transmitter with BT onramp plus Merus amplifier on one module)

 - time-to-market tool offering off-the-shelf motherboards, power boards, and UI boards

 - an easy way to quickly prototype a SKAA compatible speaker 

 - motherboards include a fully featured DSP and an Infineon Merus D-Amp

 - components are interchangeable: ex. any power board can be used with any mother board

 - see www.dillingerlabs.com/speakers/aquarius/ for an example of a speaker that uses the Ecosystem

4.  Nadja (BT to SKAA bridge)

 - a SKAA compatible module that can receive Bluetooth audio or an aux signal, then

rebroadcast it via SKAA to 4 SKAA receivers as well as playing it locally

 - a single Bluetooth connection is effectively sent to five different speakers, with all speakers

synced within 40 microseconds

 - also able to act as a SKAA receiver

5. SKAA Pro technology

- pro version fully compatible within the SKAA standard

- low latency 18ms with 1:2 relation

- ideal for DJ duos, portable DJ set-up and other Pro applications

- world’s first SKAA Pro products to be released by legendary MI/Pro brand at NAMM 2019

“To state the obvious, Eleven Engineering’s R&D team has been tremendously focused and I am still amazed at the magnitude of advancements our engineers were able to accomplish since CES 2017,” Whitehead concluded. “We have every application covered in the consumer and prosumer world, no other wireless solution comes close to delivering this level of coverage, especially not WiFi-based audio or Bluetooth. SKAA is highly flexible as it is also compatible with any brand, any product, anytime, anywhere, with rock solid reliability, great range, and CD-quality sound. SKAA is ridiculously easy to use…all compatible products are ready to play right out of the box with no pairing required.”

SKAA is the new wireless HiFi audio standard developed by Eleven Engineering, Inc. 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. SKAA is also available as a built-in technology not requiring an external transmitter in purpose-designed partner products, which are featured at SKAA.com. 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 which are delivered with the highest sound quality to all speakers without the latency that is inherent in other wireless solutions.

For more information, please contact Rex Whitehead at 480-650-3979 or email //webmail04.register.com/promail/src/compose.php?send_to=This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and please visit www.elevenengineering.com, www.SKAA.com, SKAA wireless YouTube channel, andFacebook/.

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada-based Eleven Engineering, Inc. is a market leader in microprocessors SiPs (System in Package) and modules designed for wireless audio for Home Theater, Multi-Room, Portable, and Pro Audio products. Eleven's XInC2 multithreaded processor was designed specifically for digital wireless audio applications but is also well suited for other realtime intensive microprocessor applications.

Eleven's high-performance wireless audio semiconductors, equipped with XInC2 wireless processor cores, are complete solutions for high-quality digital wireless audio transport. WFD™, Eleven's proprietary wireless audio transport protocol, has a narrow footprint in the radio spectrum, delivering both best-in-class coexistence with WiFi / Bluetooth and unparalleled Quality of Service.

STILLWATER, USA – Cycle City Promotions has come to an agreement with FOX Sports 2 to televise several races in the KICKER® Arenacross Winter Series, with over 10 full hours of content including a profile on KICKER’s global headquarters and additional 30-second spots produced by KICKER. The first race will air January 31 at 9 p.m., EST.

“KICKER is in its 10th year of partnering with Cycle City Promotions,” said Kevin Campbell, Director of Marketing for Stillwater Designs, the maker of KICKER audio products. “Over the past couple of years, it’s grown exponentially. We’re making a concerted effort to raise awareness for arenacross and in the powersports-audio segment.” 

Cycle City Promotions started its Arenacross series in 1995 as a part-time venture, going full time in 2005. It has since grown into the largest series in the genre. In 2018 Cycle City founder Tod Hammock started the process of finding a media company to produce a show covering the events.

“We looked at multiple outlets and came to an agreement with FOX Sports 2,” Hammock said.  “We felt it would be the perfect fit.”

The winter KICKER Arenacross series started in Loveland, Colo., and finishes in Salt Lake City. Averaging 350 competitors and more than 5,000 attendees per show, the series in the longest running in the country.

As a part of that effort, the company will involve authorized KICKER dealers at every stop so consumers attending the Arenacross Series can learn about products to put in their UTV, truck or motorcycle from the very people that install the products. KICKER products will be on display as well.

“Our mantra is to take the brand where our core demographic has fun,” Campbell explained. “Arenacross is one of the key things they get excited about. Whether it’s audio for a bike, a side-by-side, a truck or a boat, we have what they need. It just makes sense, especially as the series becomes more and more popular.”

For more information, fans and consumers can go online to kickerarenacross.com.

KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized retailers worldwide, and also as Original Equipment for automobile manufacturers. Consumers seeking more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand website at www.kicker.com. Consumers can follow KICKER socially at Facebook.com/kickeraudio, Twitter.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio, and use the hashtags #kickeraudio and #livinloud.

KICKER Arenacross on FOX Sports 2 (all times ET):
Jan. 31 – Loveland, Colo., 9 p.m.
Feb. 7 – Oklahoma City 1, 9 p.m.
Feb. 14 – Oklahoma City 2, 11 p.m.
Feb. 21 – Denver 1, 9:30 p.m.
Feb. 28 – Denver 2, 9 p.m.
March 7 – Greensboro, N.C., 10 p.m.
March 14 – Chicago 1, 7 p.m.
March 21 – Chicago 2, 7 p.m.
March 28 – Salt Lake City 1, 8 p.m.
Apr. 4 – Salt Lake City 2, 11 p.m.

Torrance, Calif. (Jan. 24, 2019) - Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. recently announced its 2018 Rep Firm of the Year for the Brand (aftermarket) Business Unit. Dynamic Sales and Marketing from Florida was named Rep Firm of the Year at Alpine’s recent rep meeting held at the International CES in Las Vegas.

President John Schneid and sales reps JC Iglesias and Bruno Maffucci make up the Alpine team. The trio ended 2018 with a 38-percent sales increase over 2017. In addition to exceeding their sales goals for the year, they were responsible for compiling the most sales in the eastern region of the Alpine Halo9 iLX-F309, Alpine’s influential 9-inch AV receiver that was launched in 2018. The Dynamic team also worked closely with Eric Brooks, Alpine’s Brand Specialist in Florida who was hired in 2018, to collaborate on sales and marketing activities.

Besides exceeding the challenging sales goals set for them, the honor for Dynamic Sales and Marketing was even more significant this year because it marked their recognition as Alpine’s Rep Firm of the Year for the second year in a row.

“Dynamic Sales and Marketing has consistently represented Alpine with great customer service and stellar results,” said Mike Anderson, Vice President and General Manager, Brand Business Unit, Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. “Having done this once is difficult on its own but being recognized two years in a row is a remarkable achievement, and we commend them on this great accomplishment.”

Qualifying retailers have access to high-quality installation and fabrication instruction

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – January 25, 2019 (MEDIAWIRE) – Kingpin University (KPU) announced it has entered into an agreement with Aurigin, Inc., master distributor of the Hybrid Audio Technologies and Zapco brands in the U.S., to become its official retail trainer for authorized dealers throughout 2019. As part of the agreement, KPU will provide hands-on installation and fabrication training in exclusive two-day sessions to technicians from Hybrid Audio and Zapco dealers that meet monthly qualifications. All training will take place at KPU's new facility near Las Vegas.

Kingpin University is a recognized trainer of mobile electronics owners and technicians. Classes include instruction on business management, time-saving installation tips and fabrication techniques. KPU recently moved from its 12-year location in Wilsonville, Ore., to Nevada to become more central and economical to students attending classes from around the country.

According to Aurigin, authorized retailers qualify for training by meeting certain product purchase quotas from its Hybrid Audio or Zapco lines. Aurigin will pay the class tuition for up to four attendees based on their program level. Travel and hotel accommodations are covered by each store.

"We're very excited to start this new program with Aurigin," said Jason Kranitz, CEO and lead instructor of Kingpin University. "Our industry has become more specialized, and that means technicians need to be better equipped, informed and educated. Hybrid Audio and Zapco retailers now have the choice to invest in staff knowledge that will increase revenue, improve retention and build a strong store culture.”

Hybrid Audio and Zapco retailers who are interested in the program should contact their authorized representative for details. For more information on Kingpin University’s training, products and services, please call (702) 850-2995 or visit kingpinuniversity.com.

East and West territory winners recognized for supporting and educating retailers

LONG BEACH, CALIF., January 24, 2019 (MEDIAWIRE) – JVC Mobile Entertainment honored two of its top rep firms during its annual rep meeting, held in Las Vegas during CES. Norcal Sales & Marketing won the Rep of the Year award for the brand's western territory, while End Result was the recipient for the east territory.

Based in North Highlands, Calif., Norcal Sales & Marketing acts as sales representative and distributor for the JVC Mobile Entertainment line and specializes in consumer electronics and home appliance products. The 30-year company prides itself in maintaining specialist-level product knowledge and passing it on to retailers and professional installers through online resources and in-store training.

Also in business for more than 30 years, End Result is a traditional independent rep firm based in Canonsburg, Pa. The firm focuses on home theater as well as car electronics and provides sales, service and support to JVC retailers in Michigan Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

“We honor these two companies because they enthusiastically embrace the direction we are taking JVC Mobile and share in the vision of what we are trying to accomplish," said Ron Trout, director of sales for the Car Electronics sector. "They do the little things when it comes to taking care of our retail partners. Whether it be providing online resources or product training or troubleshooting, they deliver on all levels. We consider ourselves very lucky to be partnered with two professional and continually evolving companies. Congratulations to both of them and their hard-working staff members.”

For more information on JVC Mobile Entertainment, visit mobile.jvc.com.

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of imaging, home and car entertainment, and navigation products for the consumer market, two-way radio communications systems for public safety, private industry and amateur users, and video equipment for the broadcast and professional markets. For detailed information, call JVCKENWOOD USA at 1-800-252-5722 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.jvc.com.

Chicago, Ill. — Maxxsonics is saddened to announce that its Vice President, Ted Henricks, passed away suddenly on Wednesday morning, January 23rd at his home in McHenry, Ill.

Alden Stiefel, President and CEO of Maxxsonics said, “Ted was an incredibly talented co-worker who added so much value to our business, it truly cannot be measured. Maxxsonics is not just a company, it’s a family. It is my family. Many of you know Ted was also one of my closest friends; we worked together for nearly 25 years. Ted was the one of us at Maxxsonics who was most in love with the music and the passion that drives our industry. NEVER was his office quiet. Pink Floyd will live on at Maxxsonics forever in our memories of Ted. Ted leaves behind an influential legacy at Maxxsonics along with many great memories for all of us to cherish for the rest of our lives. It is with a very heavy heart that we hear the needle … lift from the vinyl on this incredible man’s life.”

Ted Henricks was one of the founding members of Maxxsonics in 2001. While Ted held several positions throughout the organization, he never drifted far from his passion of sales and marketing where he served as the company’s Vice President and TREMENDOUS comic.

The company has created a tribute page to share memories and post comments. https://maxxsonics.com/ted-henricks/

The family is planning funeral services in the next few days. Details will be posted on the tribute page shortly. For customers and friends who have questions, please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">Established in 2001, Maxxsonics USA Inc. the premier OEM audio supplier of audio solutions/systems for Kawasaki Off-Road Vehicles and Polaris® Off-Road Vehicles. Maxxsonics is a global leader in the mobile, marine and powersports audio industry, designing and manufacturing power amplifiers, speakers, sub woofers and accessories branded Hifonics, MB Quart, Crunch and Autotek. For additional information go to the corporate website, www.Maxxsonics.com.

Daytona Beach FL – January 22, 2019 – The IASCA mission promoting consumer awareness continues, now placing car audio manufacturers and suppliers in front of new consumers. IASCA President and industry activist Paul Papadeas has made a great connection with the producers of the annual Jeep Beach event held at the end of every April in Daytona Beach. Jeep Beach (April 22-28, 2019) is a series of city-wide functions, lasting all week, culminating with a huge expo at the Daytona International Speedway. “The Jeep Beach producers are wonderful people with a great sense of community. Their event production carries the same sense of professionalism, commitment and responsibility as we did at SBN. When we acquired IASCA almost 20 years ago, the mission was industry proliferation,” said Papadeas. “What our industry needs, especially now, is better exposure to new consumers and marketing events like these fit the bill.”

The recent cancellation of SBN 2019 was, in part, stimulated by waning manufacturer support for the event. Let’s face facts; car audio suppliers seemingly take issue with supporting events for those who already own their car audio products. What they want to see are new faces. Developing alliances with events the likes of Jeep Beach will give just that to our industry. IASCA will produce the first ever JEEP BEATS™ Soundoff at the Jeep Beach Monday night kick-off gathering at the DME Stadium. Modified IASCA rules to suit the Jeep’s unique acoustical environment will be applied.

Over 200 vendors participating in Jeep Beach reach more than 25,000 participants in this charitable event. Jeep Beach is a 501 (c) (3) organization, which to date has donated more than 1.5 million dollars to national and local charities. “Their mission is charitable contributions,” Papadeas says, “my mission is industry proliferation and this event makes sense.”

Lakeland, Fa. -- January 19, 2019 – Tunes-N-Tint, a Florida retailer operating a full line automotive restyling center, hosted a tent sale with the help of MFG Reps from Kicker, Rockford, JL Audio, Kenwood, Wetsounds and others to help start the new year.

This year for Tunes-N-Tint’s annual anniversary sale, the Lakeland-based retailer teamed up with representatives from its vendors as well as local radio station, Max 98.3FM. Tunes-N-Tint reached out to its vendor partners before the holidays wrapped out in 2018 to set-up this event. With the help of Bill Freeman (MAG Sales), Shawn O’Connell (AMI Sales), Bruno Maffucci and John Schneid (Dynamic Sales & Marketing) the Tunes-N-Tint team staged a parking lot event with Tents from various manufacturers showcasing product, literature and giveaways.

To help keep the event exciting Tunes-N-Tint had local radio station Max 98.3FM do live radio remotes throughout the event. The radio stations van helps showcase some of the shops equipment and fabrication abilities and features speakers throughout the doors and exterior for parades and special events. Plus the Rockford Fosgate SoundLab came out to help keep guests entertained further showcase some of the extreme work available and capabilities of Rockford Fosgate Mobile Audio Products.

“We had guest show up wanting to speak directly with MFG reps, others came out strictly for the sound lab and even a couple previous motorcycle clients come out wanting to show off what we did to their bikes. It was a great event and luckily the weather was beautiful. We’re really appreciative to have support from these reps and these vendors. Not a single one of these guys hesitated and helped us set these plans even while wrapping out the holidays and 2018. They’ve already asked us when the next events are scheduled. We’re proud to have the support of these Vendors and these reps. We couldn’t ask for better partners in this industry," said Joe Cassity, Operations Director of Tunes-N-Tint.

Tunes-N-Tint has six additional parking lot events, eight offsite events (including Motorcycle and Marine events) and various sponsorships and promotions already planned for 2019. Tunes-N-Tint is a mobile electronics retailer operating restyling center servicing all vehicles in Lakeland, Florida. Tunes-N-Tint is a MESA member and employs MECP & ASE Certified technicians for installation services. For additional questions, comments or concerns feel free to reach out to Joe Cassity or Jessie Walker w/ Tunes-N-Tint 863-614-1164 or 863-624-TINT.

NAV-TV® to Support Canadian Dealers Directly in 2019

Coral Springs, Fla. -- January 17, 2019 -- NAV-TV Corp., a leading innovator and manufacturer of OEM integration and safety products for the automotive aftermarket, will begin offering direct dealer purchases of NAV-TV products to Mobile Electronics Retailers in Canada effective immediately.

“With our SKU count now exceeding 900 products and vehicle complexity increasing at an exponential rate, we have decided that a direct approach for both sales and support is in the best interest of NAV-TV dealers. Beginning this month we will be discontinuing distribution of NAV-TV products throughout Canada and offering direct sales and support. We wish to thank Automobility Distribution for over a decade of support and service to the NAV-TV Brand and will be working with them to ensure a simple and seamless transition,” stated NAV-TV Vice President, Derek Schmiedl.

By establishing a vendor-direct relationship with NAV-TV, Canadian Dealers will have access to factory-direct sales and technical support. In addition, dealer programs and incentives will be extended to Canadian NAV-TV dealers without any opening order requirement.

NAV-TV dealer programs include:

·         3 Year Warranty

·         4 levels of DFI (discount from invoice) Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond

·         Shipping Discounts

·         Stock Rotations

·         Point of Purchase Literature

·         Customized Sell Sheets with the Dealer’s Logo

·         Priority Access to NAV-TV Technical & Sales Support

·         Discounted Demo and Employee Purchase Accommodations

Direct dealer setup is fast and free. To sign up as a dealer, or for more information, please contact our sales and support department toll free from the US or Canada at 1-866-477-3336 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

NAV-TV Corp is a solely owned and privately held corporation based in Coral Springs, FL, USA. Established in 1999, NAV-TV is a prime manufacturer, distributor and contract manufacturer of OEM and Aftermarket integration and electronic components. Additional information about NAV-TV is available at www.navtv.com or by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Mobile Electronics Specialists of America (M.E.S.A.) and Executive Director Ryan Gunter announced today the buying and marketing group has added Metra as a new M.E.S.A. Vendor Partner. 

Arvada, CO — January 16, 2019 — Metra has been added as an additional M.E.S.A. Vendor Partner so Members can benefit from Metra’s countless customization opportunities and product diversity.

“We are very pleased to add Metra as our newest M.E.S.A. Vendor Partner and we are confident that Metra will help us fulfill the needs of our Members," said Ryan Gunter, Executive Director of M.E.S.A.

"Metra is glad to become a Vendor partner to M.E.S.A. and looks forward to fulfilling the needs of its members," said Bill Fornino, SR.Vice President Direct Sales & Distribution of Metra.

For over 70 years, Metra has maintained its cutting edge by paying attention to our marketplace and innovating products to fit the needs of the installer. They are the "Installer's Choice" because they are installers.

Established in 2009, Mobile Electronics Specialists of America is the 12 Volt industry’s leading marketing and buying group. Retailers who meet the criteria for membership and vendors whose business practices support the independent mobile electronics professional make up the backbone of M.E.S.A.

Douglasville, Georgia – January 21st, 2019 – Omega Research & Development Technologies, Inc. is now shipping the OL-HRN-RS-HA7 vehicle specific “ANALOG” T-harness that is plug and play with ANY Excalibur 70 series remote start using an OmegaLink bypass. So you can install a traditional remote starter as if it were a digital starter.

This launch will expand the vehicle application library to include these high volume platforms. Omega released a v1.5 firmware for their Excalibur remote start line.  Since all Starters are flashable, your inventory is always protected.

The OmegaLink plug-in T-harnesses are compatible with all Excalibur 70 series remote start systems combined with an OL-BLADE-AL64 or OL-MDB-ALL (or AL-CA) interface module. Installers can now take advantage of the timesaving features of plug-in systems without sacrificing features. For example, the AL-1870-3DB 2-way remote start/alarm can be installed in 2011-17 Dodge Caravans in under 30 minutes with only 1 hardwire connection to the vehicle for flashing lights. Just connect siren and shock sensor to complete the system. In record time, the vehicle would be equipped with full keyless entry, sliding door control, rear hatch control, remote start, low and high temp auto start, low volt auto start, run timer with on demand run-time extender, low vehicle battery alert, full security, long range remote, and every other feature a 70 series has to offer.

The v1.5 firmware is compatible with all Excalibur 70 series remote start systems. It brings a bundle of enhancements and feature upgrades for the 2018 remote start season. Excalibur v1.5 firmware can be downloaded and installed on any earlier version 70-Series Excalibur unit using our xOS technology at www.omegaweblink.com. Since all Excalibur Remote Start units are flashable, you can always keep your inventory up to date, and eliminate obsolescence.

Please visit wiresheet.com for T-Harness install guides and application lookup.

For information on becoming an Omega Dealer in the US, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For more information on Omega’s car security, keyless entry and remote start product lines, please visit www.CarAlarm.com, www.OmegaWeblink.comand www.OmegaLinkr.com. Don’t forget to follow us at http://facebook.com/OmegaRD and @omegaresearch on instagram!

Omega Research & Development Technologies has been an innovative leader in the vehicle security industry for over 40 years. Since its founding in 1971, Omega's product line has diversified to include remote start modules and other vehicle accessory products. Omega's most recent product offerings include the exciting new technologies of telematics, wireless and databus integration.

Omega's mission, as it was over four decades ago, is to provide reliable, leading-edge security and automotive accessory products at a competitive price.

For more information contact:

Javier Leiva, North American Sales Director

Omega Research and Development Technologies, Inc.

800-554-4053 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.