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LONG BEACH, CALIF. -- January 9th, 2020 -- KENWOOD USA announced it has made distinct improvements for 2020 to its eXcelon Entry Class Subwoofers, providing powerful and solid bass sound with their best reliability ever, as well as its eXcelon High Performance Class Subwoofers, improving heat flow, durability, and visual impact with new eye-catching designs.

The eXcelon High Performance Class Subwoofers are available in two 12” inch voice coil configurations of 2 ohm / 4 ohm, with a power handling of 500 Watts RMS, making them precisely optimized for KENWOOD eXcelon amplifiers. When 2 KFC-XW1241HP (Single 4-ohm coil, MSRP $179.95) subwoofers are paired together, they are power matched perfectly for the eXcelon Reference XR1001-1, which provides 1000 Watts of RMS power at 2 ohms. The KFC-XW1221HP (Single 2-ohm coil, MSRP $179.95) follows up as a perfect match with eXcelon X502-1 amplifier, which delivers 500 Watts RMS power at 2 ohms in a single sub configuration.  With a heavy focus on thermal management, a large multi-layered voice coil and aluminum bobbin provide efficient heat transfer, while a closed yoke enhances heat radiation and airflow. More accurate bass is delivered from a high-rigidity two-piece diaphragm with Dual Area Cap structure, keeping low notes under tight control. Enclosure requirements also won’t be much of an issue, with its fairly shallow 5-3/4” (147mm) mounting depth. And to top it off, users will love the new the stand-out red trim, which makes for an eye-catching accent when compared to typical, common looking subwoofers.

Not to be outdone, the budget friendly eXcelon Entry Class Subwoofers come in both 10” and 12” options, handling a substantial 300 Watts of RMS power. They are a perfect match when paired with eXcelon X502-1 amplifier, which delivers 300 Watts of RMS power at 4 ohms in a single sub configuration.   They feature unparalleled reliability through vigorous performance testing. Thanks to the new X-motif Cap that eliminates cone distortion, solid bass and efficiency are achieved, along with a dramatic visual statement. KENWOOD offers the 10” KFC-XW1041 (Single 4ohm coil, MSRP $129.95) and the 12” KFC-XW1241 (Single 4ohm coil, MSRP $129.95) with included eXcelon 2 year warranty, and the KENWOOD 10” KFC-W2541 (Single 4 ohm coil, MSRP $129.95) along with the 12” KFC-W3041 (Single 4 ohm coil, MSRP $129.95) both with a 1 year warranty.

Also new for 2020, KENWOOD has designed stylish new protective grille’s; the CA-121G (MSRP $54.95) for the KFC-XW1241, KFC-W3041, KFC-XW1221HP, KFC-XW1241HP, and the CA-101G (MSRP $54.95) for the KFC-XW1041, KFC-W2541 subwoofers. The mesh grilles install simply and securely, giving a finished look to already great looking subs, while adding protection at the same time.

“The durability of these woofers is going to make our dealers very happy,” said Scott Caswell, Sr Marketing Manager for KENWOOD. “We keep pushing the limits to give our customers a better sound, great value and dependable long-term performance.”

All models will be shipping this month. For detailed information on specific features for each model, please view their respective product pages at www.kenwood.com/usa/car.

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of car entertainment 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 KENWOOD USA at 1-800-536-9663 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.us.jvc.com/car.

LONG BEACH, CALIF. -- January 8th, 2020 -- KENWOOD USA showcased their completed line of 16 new audio receivers for 2020 at this year’s CES in Las Vegas, of which 14 feature Alexa Built-in. Bringing voice control conveniently to the dashboard, with the push of a clearly marked Alexa icon key, it’s now possible to find dining, fuel, shopping, weather, and control streaming media services like the SiriusXM® and Pandora mobile apps, all without picking up the phone.

These Full feature receivers include the KENWOOD eXcelon single din models; KDC-X704 (MSRP $209.95), KMM-X704 (MSRP $179.95), and KDC-X304 (MSRP $159.95), KENWOOD single din models; KDC-BT778HD (MSRP $199.95), KMM-BT728HD (MSRP $149.95), KMR-D378BT (MSRP $169.95), KDC-BT378U (MSRP $139.95), KDC-BT34 (MSRP $139.95), KMR-M328BT (MSRP $149.95), KMM-BT328U (MSRP $129.95), KDC-BT278U (w/o Alexa Built-in, MSRP $119.95), and KMM-BT228U (w/o Alexa Built-in, MSRP $99.95). Double DIN models include the KENWOOD eXcelon DPX794BH (MSRP $239.95), DPX594BT (MSRP $219.95), KEWOOD DPX504BT (MSRP $219.95), and DPX304MBT (MSRP $189.95).

“The simplicity of voice control through Alexa will forever change the way we drive,” said Scott Caswell, Sr. Marketing Manager for KENWOOD. “We are proud to offer so many receivers that make for such an incredible user experience.”

Most models have already begun shipping, with the last few to hit the streets later this month. These models include 2 single DIN digital media (cd-less) receivers, the KENWOOD eXcelon KMM-X704 and KENWOOD KMM-BT728HD, as well as 1 double DIN CD audio receiver, the KENWOOD eXcelon DPX794BH. All 3 models feature built-in HD Radio® tuners, offering users the convenience of up to three extra HD stations from each frequency that’s being broadcast in digital sound, all with no monthly fees, and are also SiriusXM-Ready® (SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription sold separately), providing access to over 150 channels of the widest variety of ad-free music, plus entertainment, news, comedy and sports you won’t hear anywhere else.

The DPX794BH tops the chart, adding a free 200mm Escutcheon (trim bezel) for a seamless look in select Japanese and other vehicles, along with dual (front and rear) USB inputs, their largest buttons to date, and 3 lines of text display. Also shipping this month will be the marine/motorsports models, the KMR-D378BT and the KMR-M328BT.

For detailed information on specific features for each receiver, please view their respective product pages at www.kenwood.com/usa/car.

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of car entertainment 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 KENWOOD USA at 1-800-536-9663 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.us.jvc.com/car.

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Kenwood, K40 and iDatalink Maestro have partnered to announce the world’s first integration of a head unit and stealth installed radar detector.

The revolutionary new K40 radar detector will communicate with the Maestro RR integration module. When connected to a compatible Kenwood radio, the user will be able to see on screen radar alerts complete with signal strength, radar band and speed of the vehicle at time of detection. Setup and installation will be greatly simplified using on screen menus and the speaker of the audio system for the radar alerts. 

As a final touch, the driver will be able to silence alerts using steering wheel buttons and see real time status in the new Kenwood “widget” view. Shipping is scheduled to occur sometime in the second half of 2016.  

LONG BEACH, CALIF. -- January 9th, 2020 -- KENWOOD USA brought the outdoors to the indoor show floor at the Las Vegas Convention Center today, highlighting their new marine/motorsports lineup, including new Alexa Built-in audio receivers.

The new marine/motorsports models include the CD-drive equipped KMR-D378BT (MSRP $169.95) and the CD-less digital media designed KMR-M328BT (MSRP $149.95) and are SiriusXM-Ready® (SiriusXM Connect vehicle tuner and subscription sold separately) - providing access to over 150 channels of the widest variety of ad-free music, plus entertainment, news, comedy and sports you won’t hear anywhere else.Both feature a conformal coated circuit board for added protection against vibrations and the elements, as well as a positive backlit display for easy viewing in all lighting conditions. They will also feature Amazon Alexa, allowing you access to Alexa with the press of a button. With a connected smartphone and a simple push of the Alexa button on the receiver, you can easily ask Alexa to play your favorite music, content from streaming services like the SiriusXM® and Pandora mobile apps, and more. Both marine/motorsports receivers will also include upgraded Bluetooth 4.2 and iAP2 technologies for improved Bluetooth and Apple Music radio support.

“In a time where the marine and powersports markets are seeing significant growth, we want to ensure that we are bringing best-in-class product to the table,” said Mike Roberts, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for KENWOOD. “These receivers provide the perfect balance of durability, design, and today’s technology.”

In addition to the 2 a-la-carte receivers, 2 speaker equipped packaged models will also be available this month, the PKG-MR378BT (MSRP $239.95) and the PKG-MR328BT (MSRP $229.95). The PKG-MR378BT includes the KMR-D378BT and the KFC-1633MRW for a CD receiver and speaker package. The PKG-MR328BT includes the KMR-M328BT and the KFC-1633MRW for a digital receiver and speaker package. These packages pair both sound and control perfectly, making your afternoon on the lake or your atmosphere with friends on your UTV that much more relaxing. All receivers and receiver packages are set to ship this month.

For detailed information on specific features, please view their respective product pages at www.kenwood.com/usa/car.

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of car entertainment 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 KENWOOD USA at 1-800-536-9663 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwood.com/usa and www.us.jvc.com/car.

SiriusXM, Pandora and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

The KICKER® L7QB8 Compact Enclosed Subwoofer is more than an all-aluminum subwoofer enclosure. Measuring under 11 inches long, this powerhouse handles 500 watts RMS, and mounts nearly anywhere.

Using reflex-subwoofer technology, this next-level bass machine is more efficient, can go deeper and take more power than any enclosure of its size. The L7QB8 debuts at CES 2016 today, at booth 1719 in the Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall.  Another innovation from the leader in bass, the L7QB8 retails for $799.95 and will be available exclusively at Authorized KICKER Q-Class Dealers by mid-January.

Sleek design, innovative technology and a true love of audio has motivated KICKER to create a solution that meets a long-unfulfilled need:  huge bass in a tiny space.  The KICKER L7QB8 is an enclosed subwoofer made to fill a gap that has gone unsatisfied in the market to date:  an easily installed, upper-echelon subwoofer that is small enough to fit nearly any vehicle on the road today, yet still deliver the massive, detailed bass for which KICKER is famous.  The myriad of technologies incorporated, from the reflex subwoofer to the legendary L7® Subwoofer to the aluminum enclosure itself, reinforces the uniqueness and innovation put into the L7QB8.

KICKER’s visionary design ensures the mobile-audio lover will experience a degree of musical detail and raw power previously unavailable anywhere in an 8-inch form factor.  Utilizing a seamless 1/4-inch-thick, extruded aluminum housing, the L7QB8 enclosure possesses extraordinary strength and stability while affording the subwoofer the optimum internal air volume. A unique reflex subwoofer is used to minimize required airspace, while optimizing the efficiency and frequency response of the L7 Subwoofer.

Opposite the reflex sub, the legendary square L7 Subwoofer utilizes a power rating of 500 watts RMS and frequency response of 27-100Hz, delivering significantly more bass than any other 8-inch enclosure on the market.  While the square cone guarantees the signature L7 Subwoofer moves more air than any similarly sized competitor, it also ensures reliability with features put in for exceptional heat dissipation.

The L7QB8 is the pinnacle of design form and functionality.  The extruded aluminum enclosure is adorned with a charcoal finish, while nickel-plated brass terminals capable of accepting 8AWG wire allow maximum signal transfer to the subwoofer. Matching perforated grilles perfectly integrate with the sub, built to be as tough as it is refined.

The enclosed subwoofer comes with a low-profile mounting system consisting of a mounting plate and bar. Fully installed, the overall height of the enclosure is a scant 9-1/2 inches, small enough to work perfectly in countless trucks, sedans and SUVs.  Whether to augment a factory system or as the complement to a higher-end audio install, the subwoofer can be tucked neatly away under a seat or in the trunk.

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. Follow KICKER socially at Facebook.com/kickeraudio, Twitter.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio.

KICKER L7QB8 Compact Enclosed Subwoofer Specifications

Model                                                     L7QB8
Type                                                       single L7 Subwoofer with reflex subwoofer
Size (in, cm)                                           8, 20
Impedance (Ohms)                               2
Power rating, RMS (watts)                    500
Frequency Response (Hz)                   27-100
Box Height (in, cm)                               9-1/2, 24.1
Box Width (in, cm)                                9-1/3, 23.6

Box Depth (in, cm)                                10-4/5, 27.4

KICKER® Performance Audio has developed and perfected two new sizes of thin-mount CompVT™ Subwoofers, shown at CES 2016 at booth 1719 in the Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall.

All subwoofers come with a single 2- or 4-Ohm terminal and are available in 10- and 12-inch models. The woofers will be available at Authorized KICKER Dealers in-store and online in January. At less than five inches deep, the KICKER CompVT is built for high power handling, yet versatile enough to fit in slim mounting applications. The sleek blackout look and red surround stitching complement a sophisticated design resulting in a high-caliber bass for every musical genre. 

To increase durability and ensure maximum cooling of the motor, the CompVT has 360-degree perimeter venting and UniPlate™ back-plate and pole-piece construction. A shallow-depth, four-piece voice coil and ventless pole also provide excellent bass and additional heat dissipation. KICKER SoloKon technology marries the cone to a vented back brace, creating a single, cohesive system that ensures superior sonic quality at any volume level.

The injection-molded cone is spoked for a dynamic look, while a large-roll spider and ribbed surround create a highly flexible suspension system for low bass and high power handling in a thin-mount subwoofer.

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. Follow KICKER socially at Facebook.com/kickeraudio, Twitter.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio.

 

Model                                                             CompVT10         CompVT12

Woofer (in, cm)                                             10, 25                  12, 30

Impedance (Ohms)                                       2 or 4                  2 or 4

Max Rec Amplifier Power (watts RMS)        400                      400                     

Frequency Response (Hz)                           25-350                 25-350

Mounting Depth (in, cm)                              4-1/4, 10.8           4-3/8, 11.1

Mounting Cutout (in, cm)                              9-3/16, 23.3         11, 28.1

Max Rec Sealed Box Vol (cu. ft, liters)        3.0, 85                 4.6, 130

Min Rec Sealed Box Vol (cu. ft, liters)         0.8, 22.7              1.0, 28.3

Max Rec Vented Box Vol (cu. ft, liters)        1.75, 49.6            2.25, 63.7

Min Rec Vented Box Vol (cu. ft, liters)         1.25, 35.4            1.75, 49.6

STILLWATER, USA – Stillwater Designs® was proud to recognize Daniel Hernandez of Trent Partners and Associates (Rockville Centre, N.Y.) as the 2019 KICKER® Manufacturers Representative-of-the-Year, and Marketing Pros (Conroe, Texas) as Manufacturers Representative Firm-of-the-Year during its annual meetings at CES in Las Vegas.

Covering Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas, Marketing Pros were chosen for their attentiveness to dealers, their communication skills and ability to grow new business in their territories. The Marketing Pros team consists of Pete Daley (principal), Kevin Knox, Jim Wehling, Mike Penny, George Reed and Kristin Daley.

“Ultimately, the reps are an extension of us,” said Brad Ganz, KICKER’s Regional Sales Manager for the Central U.S. “If they’re doing a good job, dealers are happy. If there is a problem, we want the reps to be able to handle the issue quickly and effectively. It’s a well-oiled machine that keeps moving forward.”

The KICKER Rep-of-the-Year criteria is similar to that of the companies for which they work. Individual service and communication skills are evaluated in conjunction with fiscal criteria.

“Daniel has impressed me with his work ethic,” said Matt Matheson, KICKER’s Northeast Regional Sales Manager. “He works very well with everyone internally. His product knowledge and extensive technical background in the car-stereo industry have all contributed to dealers in his territory valuing his input.”

KICKER places a premium on servicing its dealers. Every year, KICKER celebrates the representative firm and individual reps that consistently exceed expectations, measured by financial growth, providing outstanding service to customers and maintaining clear, reliable communication with members of the KICKER corporate team.

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 boat and 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.

STILLWATER, USA – Stillwater Designs® today announced that it has been named a CES® 2021 Innovation Awards honoree for the new KICKER® Solo X® L7X™ subwoofer. The announcement was made ahead of the first-ever, all-digital CES 2021, happening Jan. 11-14, 2021.
The CES Innovation Awards program is an annual competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in consumer technology products across 28 product categories. An elite panel of industry judges, including members of the media, designers and engineers reviewed submissions based on innovation, engineering and functionality, aesthetic and design.
 
 
“We’re very happy to win the Innovations award,” said Steve Irby, KICKER’s Founder and President. “This is a radically improved version of the original Solo X, and to be recognized for the amount of work and creativity we’ve put into making it a reality feels really good.”  
A ground-up reimagining of the legendary Solo X, the 2021 iteration was designed to set high standards in a subwoofer’s mechanical excursion, musicality, thermal management and reliability. Offered in 10-, 12-, and 15-inch versions, each Solo X will share a 2,000-watt RMS power rating. KICKER’s SoloX has not yet been assigned an MSRP, and will begin shipping later this spring.
 
 
For the past four years, KICKER has researched and experimented with concepts surrounding an extreme subwoofer, while re-introducing the brand to the competition circuit by sponsoring major competitions like the Unified Finals, USACi Finals and Midwest SPL Finals.
“The concept of the new Solo X is to take it to the next level,” Irby said. “It is designed with very tight tolerances. It has more power, more stroke, more Xmax, and still has a field-replaceable cone. The new design allows the Solo X to be extremely loud, but also be extremely musical.”
The no-glue reconing system uses a unique surround compression system and bolt-on spider landing, and is designed specifically to make speaker repair possible in only a few minutes time.
 
 
The CES 2021 Innovation Awards honorees, including product descriptions and photos, can be found at CES.tech/innovation. Additional honorees will be revealed during CES 2021.
 
 
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 boat and 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.
 

L.V.C.C North Hall – Booth #5027 North Hall

December 28, 2019 -- Massive Audio, of SoCal USA, a leader in the 12-volt audio industry for 20 years, is proud to announce over 25 NEW products for Q1 2020!

Looking for something truly innovative in car audio? Look no further than our new Shallow Mount SUMMO64S and SUMMO84S Subwoofers. This new mechanical design allows for bottom-plate anchored mounting and will replace traditional ‘bottom pole-piece venting’ by redirecting the heat from the pole piece to the bottom of the spider and through the custom basket which reduces overall depth for limited space installations.

  • Shallow Mount Design
    Sealed Bottom Plate
  • Anchored Mounting Hex Bolt
    Vented Cast Basket
  • Bolt-To-Box Magnet Bottom Plate
  • Optimized Spider & High Rolled Edge
  • Kevlar Fiber Non-Pressed Paper Cone
  • 4-Layer Hi-Temp Voice Coil
  • Fiberglass Woven Dust Cap
  • Stacked Strontium Ferrite Magnets
  • Enhanced Cooling T-yoke Design
  • 100% Pure Copper Cables
  • Triple Black Poly Cotton Spiders
    M.S.R.P ~ $94.95 - $129.95

“By bolting this machine screw (through the back of the enclosure directly to the backplate of the subwoofer) you will minimize 'box flexing' and reduce the airspace needed in the box itself. Minimizing box flexing will increase efficiency by converting the wasted electrical power from the amplifier, directly to the mechanical linear subwoofer cone's movement, which will minimize distortion and add more efficient bass reproduction. Without this new design you would traditionally need around an inch or more from the back of the subwoofer to the back of the box.” Says Corey Hyler, Product Manager for Massive Audio.

On the back of the SUMMO64S you will find a removable machined screw. Simply remove the screw, load the subwoofer in the enclosure so that the back of the box is flush with the back of the subwoofer, then replace the screw through the back of the enclosure to the baffle of the subwoofer. This design will allow a unique advantage of bracing the front baffle, the subwoofer and the back baffle together as one, which will make the subwoofer and the enclosure as one plane. This will not only make for a smaller box but more importantly add more bass! This is due to the energy not being spent on box flexing and in turn producing more low frequency output!

Now that’s audio innovation!

Other new products by Massive Audio in 2020 are:

  • Honda / Toyota / Nissan OEM 6.5” Coaxial and Component Drop-In Speakers
    Passive Pre-Loaded 6” – 12” Subwoofer Enclosures
    Powered Pre-Loaded 6” – 12” Subwoofer Enclosures
    Trident Series Marine / Powersports Amplifiers and Speakers (New models)
    HIPPOXL Series 8R & 10 Inch Subwoofers (Dual 2 & 4 Ohm)
    KILOX Series 1000 Watt RMS Subwoofers (Replaces TOROX Series)
    CARBON & ALUMA Series Audiophile Grade Component Speakers
    Nano Edge Series High Power, Full Range Mono Block Amplifiers

If you are an existing retailer for Massive Audio and you would like more information on these new products, please contact your regional sales representative. If you need to know who that is or if you are interested in becoming a new retailer for Massive Audio, contact our National Sales Manager ‘Chuck Kenny’ who can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 214-587-7603 Phone

For general information about Massive Audio contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Website: http://www.massiveaudio.com or call us at 323-262-2262

Since 1999 Massive Audio® has been an industry leader in high performance audio products. Massive Audio laid its roots in high quality audio reproduction through in-house engineering and a dedication to customer satisfaction. In today’s industry, aftermarket products need to excel not only in their ability to reproduce the dynamics of music accurately, but also their ability to integrate within the confines of the modern environment. In anticipation of such needs, Massive Audio has introduced an array of outstanding products designed for the enthusiast who will accept no compromise yet recognizes true value.

Massive Audio, a global manufacturer of audio products for over 16 years will be attending the 2016 CES Show in Las Vegas NV Jan 5th - 9th in booth #3006 ‘North Hall’. Within the past 12 months, Massive Audio products, has expanded the Massive brand name to all corners of the planet and in some cases beyond.

Massive will launch over 34 new car audio never seen models for 2016 like the NEW featured packed "BLADE" Series amplifiers. These amps have the "Power at a Price that Plays". The new Nano "Edge" series amplifiers inherit the guts of Massive’s famous Nano Blocks with New razor sharp features and are 30 percent smaller than their predecessor. Then wirelessly connect to the water resistant Nano "BLU" Amp Series with Bluetooth audio streaming. Just when you thought it was safe to listen to loud music Massive releases the 9th wonder of the 12 Volt Audio World --"DRAGO"-- three of the industries largest power CEA Certified amps ever! All three new 2016 amplifiers @ 6 KW, 10 KW & 20 KW will be needed to power up the new HIPPO XL and SUMMO XL series subwoofers.

Massive Audio has also been busy adding new brands to their licensing division which already carries Doctor Who, the famous British Sci-Fi show 52 years running. New properties will include Star Trek which will be celebrating their 50th anniversary in 2016 and Breaking Bad. Breaking Bad is widely regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time. Products will range from character Bluetooth speakers to headphones.

For more information please contact Massive Audio: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Website: http://www.massiveaudio.com  

Massive Audio will be attending the 2016 CES Show in Las Vegas NV Jan 6th - 9th in booth #3006 ‘North Hall’.

All 3 “Fire Breathing” Class “D” High Power Amplifiers from Massive Audio are designed to produce maximum power or the ultimate audio systems with the most efficient and stable power supply ever designed. Weighing in at 5K Max, 6K Max or 10K Max DRAGO amps can handle loads as low as 1 Ohm and deliver “thousands” of RMS power from every DRAGO CTA 2006 Certified model. Each DRAGO amplifier comes with its own remote gain control.

DRAGO is also designed to “Master / Slave” with a second amp and “Double” its power for even greater output performance. Its power output is evident with its 0 gauge Dual 12V power and ground connectors. (10K only)

Features and Benefits

•  D5K ~ 2600 Watts RMS @ 1 Ohm / 5000 Watts MAX

•  D6K ~ 3000 Watts RMS @ 1 Ohm / 6000 Watts MAX

•  D10K ~ 5000 Watts RMS @ 1 Ohm / 10,000 Watts MAX

•  Link 2 DRAGO amps together to double the power

•  >90db Signal to noise ratio

•  30Hz ~ 250Hz Low Pass Freq. Crossover

•  Low Pass Filter @ 24dB Octave Slope

•  10Hz ~ 60Hz Subsonic Filter

•  0 ~12dB Bass Boost @ 45Hz

•  0 ~ 180Hz Phase Shift Control

•  10Hz ~ 350Hz (+ / -1dB) Frequency Response

•  <1% T.H.D Contentious @ 4 Ohm, 100Hz

•  86% Efficiency @ 4Ohm, 100Hz

•  200mV ~ 8V (+ / -5%) Input Sensitivity

•  DC8.5V ~ 16V Operating Voltage

There's a lot more awaiting everyone in Las Vegas NV Jan 6-9th 2016 at the Massive Audio Booth #3006.

For CES appointments or for more information please contact Massive Audio: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our Website: http://www.massiveaudio.com  

www.memphiscaraudio.com

Memphis Audio will be bringing CES to the Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas in 2020! For the first time in decades Memphis will be moving off the show floor to a VIP Suite in the Hard Rock hotel to host their own event for 12 Volt industry members. The suite will be open to visitors Monday January 6th, the day before CES permitting early visitors to lock in early bird discounts from 10:00am-6:00pm. The suite will remain open for business from Tuesday, January 7th – Thursday, January 9th from 8:00am-7:30pm.

Take a break for the hustle and bustle of the show and relax at the Memphis VIP suite while learning about all the new product offerings from Memphis. On display will be an assortment of new items and proven winners guaranteed to be hits in 2020. Learn more about Memphis Audio’s complete line of direct fit OEM solutions for side-by-sides, Harley Davidson motorcycles and Toyota vehicles. Memphis will be demonstrating several products including the innovative MXAMCAPP hideaway media center which has been creating a buzz and opening up a world of possibilities for the powersports, marine and classic car industries. Memphis will also be detailing the technology behind their new game changing VIV Six Five Series subwoofer featuring a massive 7.5” voice coil. Get a first look at the new M-Series MB dual impedance subwoofer line which features selectable impedance technology. This new innovative feature allows the subwoofer to operate as either a true 2Ω or 4Ω impedance subwoofer allowing dealers to stock only a single SKU significantly lowering inventory costs and allowing for easy future upgrades and expansion of any audio system.

Meals & Deals will be provided meaning anyone who visits the suite will be treated like a VIP with food and drink while they discuss the deep discounts available exclusively at the event. Stop by for breakfast, lunch or dinner time snacks & cocktails. There will be a VIP bar open all day so stop in for Bloody Marys before the show (hey, it’s Vegas) or cocktails in the evening. The bar will be open all day for anyone needing a space to unwind and take a break from a busy day at the show. Don’t miss this opportunity to save big, these are serious savings available only at this event so stop by and stock-up. Along with deals and discounts, all attendees will be given a door prize just for attending while supplies last!

“We love seeing all the industry partners at CES every year, but our focus in recent years has been to grow the SEMA show into our primary trade show. CES has evolved away from the 12 volt industry but Memphis hasn’t. Instead of spending money on show space in the North Hall, we wanted to invest the money into our current and prospective dealers and give them a destination where they can be treated like VIP’s. We want everyone to enjoy themselves while talking shop and learning about the innovative product offerings and services Memphis provides to dealers and discuss how we can all make big money together in 2020. We look forward to seeing everyone in Vegas!” Said Nick LoMonaco, president of Memphis Audio.

Walk-in visitors are welcome, but appointments are recommended to lock in your free door prize and enter to win the grand prize giveaway of over $1000 in prizes. Contact your Memphis rep today or call 800-489-2300 to make your appointment and guarantee yourself a door prize and a chance to win!

Memphis suite attendees will need to visit the Casino Tower at the Hard Rock Hotel. Memphis is in the Celebrity Suite. Access to the suite can be found by going to the elevator near the Dunkin’ Donuts in the Hard Rock Hotel. Tell the Security guard at the elevator that you are there to see Memphis Audio and you will be on your way to a good deals, good food and good times with Memphis.

Location: Hardrock Hotel Celebrity Suite in the Casino Tower.

Elevator Access: Near Dunkin’ Donuts in the Hard Rock

Scheduled Suite Hours: Monday January 6th: 10:00am-6:00pm (One day before show hall opens)

Tuesday January 7th – Thursday January 9th: 8:00am-7:30pm (Open Late after the show ends!)

Contact: 800-489-2300 to schedule appointment or with any questions

13 New TurboKits® Will Be Displayed at CES

Holly Hill, Fla. – January 2, 2020 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket dashboard kits, announces an additional 25 new dash kits launching at CES 2020. These new kits are engineered to fit either standard ISO Single-DIN or Double-DIN radios in addition to several custom engineered kits for specific Double-DIN radios with a compact shallow mount chassis design and larger 7” screen. The 13 new TurboKits® will be on display with an additional 2 new 107 Series kits designed specifically for compact shallow mount receivers with a 7” touchscreen, 5 new kits specifically for Pioneer’s DMH-C5500NEX, 3 new TurboTouch® kits with a built-in 4.3” touchscreen and 4 with a built-in 7” touchscreen.

“In just two short months between the SEMA Show and CES, our team has developed a total of 25 new dashboard kits that will make radio replacement even easier for installers, joining more than 50 new kits launched since CES in 2019,” says Jason Anderson, VP of Product Research and Development at Metra Electronics. “With the introduction of new sizes and chassis designs for radios and receivers that are not the standard Single-DIN or Double-DIN radios, we now have solutions for shallow mount radio designs, larger screens and more,” Anderson added.

Metra’s TurboKits are proudly made in the USA with the highest quality ABS plastic using injection molding technology to ensure a superior design and fit. 13 new kits on display at CES will be shipping soon for Chevrolet Captiva Sport, Ford Transit and Ranger, Dodge Ram, Jeep Commander, Hyundai Elantra and Santa Fe, Mini Cooper, Mercedes E-class and Subaru BRZ. Metra is also releasing 4 new kits designed specifically for the Pioneer Modular Solutions DMH-C5500NEX 8-inch touchscreen in-dash receiver for Jeep Commander, Ford Explorer and Ranger and Chevrolet Camaro. Additionally, the TurboTouch® Kit line will also see 3 new kits with built-in 4.3” touchscreens for Ford Explorer, Honda Civic EX and Lexus RX300.

Installers can see all of Metra’s new dash kits on display at booth 5211 in the North Hall at CES from January 7-10 and featured in the 2020 New Product Guide, available for download at MetraOnline.com on the opening day of the show.

TurboKit Part Numbers, Vehicle Models and Specifications:
(See Metra’s other press releases for more information on the TurboTouch kits and kits designed for shallow mount receivers with a 7” touchscreen.)

95-3031B

Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012-2015 (with factory NAV)

  • Parts included for ISO Double-DIN installations
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish

99-3031B

Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012-2015 (with factory NAV)

  • Parts included for ISO Single-DIN installations
  • Includes storage pocket
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish

99-5856B

Ford Transit 2014-2018 (with no factory display)

  • ISO Double-DIN radio provision or ISO Single-DIN radio provision with pocket
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish
  • Includes passenger airbag indicator

99-5857B

Ford Ranger 2019-Up* (with factory 4.2” screen)                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

  • ISO Double-DIN radio provision or ISO Single-DIN radio provision with pocket
  • Includes parts that allow the retention of the factory climate control panel, passenger airbag indicator and hazard button
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance

95-6555B

Dodge Ram 1994-1997

  • Compact chassis top mount design
  • Intended for installation of Sony L-shaped radios with chassis on the top, Pioneer 6.8” radio or other shallow mount radios
  • Traditional Double-DIN radios can be installed with extensive sub-dash modifications
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish

95-6556G (Gray) and 95-6556DK (Dark Khaki)

Jeep Commander 2006-2007

  • Designed specifically for ISO Double-DIN installation
  • Painted to match the factory dash panel

99-7395B

Hyundai Elantra Touring 2009-2012                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

  • ISO Double-DIN radio provision or ISO Single-DIN radio provision with pocket
  • Cutting template included to simplify modifying the factory dash panel
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish

95-7396

Hyundai Santa Fe 2019-Up*

  • Compact chassis bottom mount design
  • Designed for most Single-DIN radios and a special design for ISO Double-DIN radios with an “L” shaped chassis design with the radio chassis at the bottom of the screen. Specifically the Alpine INE-W967HD, INE-W977HD, iLX-107 and iLX-207 (refer to radio manufacturer for current models)
  • Special brackets included for Pioneer modular radios DMH-C2550NEX and DMH-C2500NEX
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black with a bright silver trim to match the factory appearance

95-8732B

Mercedes E-Class 2003-2009

  • Designed specifically for ISO Double-DIN installations
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance

99-9326B

Mini Cooper Hardtop Coupe (F56) 2014-2017, Cooper Sedan (F55) 2015-2017 (only for Base model radios without high-def display)

  • Parts included for both ISO Single-DIN and ISO Double-DIN installations
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish
  • Retains the factory hazard button

99-8912HG

Subaru BRZ 2016-Up*

  • Parts included for ISO Single-DIN installations
  • Includes storage pocket
  • Painted gloss black to match the factory appearance

95-8912HG

Subaru BRZ 2016-Up*

  • ISO Double-DIN radio provision
  • Painted gloss black to match the factory appearance

Kit Part Numbers and Vehicle Models:
(specific to the Pioneer DMH-C5500NEX product fitment)

108-GM3B

Chevrolet Camaro 2016-2020

  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance

108-FD8CH TurboTouch® Kit

Ford Explorer 2011-2019 (with factory 8” screen)

  • Touchscreen display for climate, audio interfacing and personalization features
  • Included interface for climate and steering wheel functions
  • Painted charcoal and matte black to match the factory finish

108-FD9B

Ford Ranger 2019-up* (with factory 4.2” screen)

  • Includes parts that allow the retentions of the factory climate control panel,
  • passenger airbag indicator, and hazard button
  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance

108-CH4DK (Dark khaki) and 108-CH4G (Gray)

Jeep Commander 2006-2007

  • Painted to match the factory finish

TurboTouch Kits Part Numbers and Vehicle Models:

  • Parts included for both ISO-DIN and ISO-DDIN installations
  • Built-in 4.3” touchscreen display for climate, audio interfacing and personalization features
  • Included interface for climate and steering wheel functions

99-7821B TurboTouch® Kit

Honda Civic EX and Higher 2016-up*

  • Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish

99-5858CH TurboTouch® Kit

Ford Explorer 2011-2019 (with factory 8” screen)

  • Painted charcoal and matte black to match the factory finish

99-8164G (Gray) 99-8164T (Tan) TurboTouch® Kit

Lexus RX300 1999-2003

  • Painted to match the factory finish

*Visit MetraOnline.com for up-to-date vehicle-specific applications.

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp® and Metra Marine®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

PIONEER is a registered trademark of Pioneer Corporation.

Holly Hill, FL - January 5, 2018 – T-Spec and Raptor by Metra Electronics are both adding new 6-channel RCAs to their car audio product lines at CES 2018. T-Spec’s new v10 Series Audio Cables feature dual twist for improved noise rejection and an ultra-flexible PVC blended jacket. T-Spec’s patented, high-tolerance, compact, machined metal end uses a quad-split tip for maximum contact area. These cables are BC-5W2 marine compliant and can can be used on boats and powersports applications. The V10RCA-617 is 17 feet (5.18 meters) and packaged in T-Spec’s signature high-end retail box. T-Spec is best known for their competition rated car audio products built for ultimate performance.

Raptor’s new 6-channel RCA audio cables will launch under their Mid Series product line, and feature a dual twist, compact tip design and flexible construction. The RCAs are color coded for easy channel identification. The R4RCA617 is 17 feet (5.18 meters) and offers enhanced sound quality at an affordable price.

See both of the new 6-channel RCA audio cables at the Metra Electronics booth #5211 in the North Hall at CES, January 9-12, 2018. These new products will also be available to view online or in the Metra Electronics New Product Guide, which will be released on opening day of the show. Visit TSpecOnline.com and RaptorOnline.com to learn more.

Holly Hill, Fla. – December 30, 2019 – Metra Electronics® introduces new RGB and RGBW LED lights, controllers with programmable triggers and a new mobile app for their 12volt brands. RGBW lights feature the full spectrum of RGB LEDs plus an option for true white LED light color. The new mobile app will work with Heise LED Lighting Systems®, Metra PowerSports® and Metra Marine® RGB and RGBW lighting products, allowing multiple devices to be grouped together and synced to the same lighting patterns, colors and more. Additionally, Heise is releasing an RGB and an RGBW control box with several new rock light options and connection accessories. Metra PowerSports will also unveil a new RGBW dome light, RGB and RGBW rock lights, a new control box and lighting connection accessories at CES 2020.

RGB/RGBW Mobile App

The new RGBW mobile app is customizable for each brand, allowing the user to select from three different backgrounds to reflect Heise, Metra PowerSports or Metra Marine’s brand style. The app has a selectable color wheel with 16 million different RGB color options and a true white light color option, available with RGBW products. The app automatically updates via Bluetooth® and detects if a product connected to the control box is RGB or RGBW, allowing groups of both products to be used and controlled within the same mobile app.

Users can also select from built-in pre-programmed lighting transitions for rainbow, fire and water, with additional transitions that include blinking, fading or pulsing between a combination of any two colors. For accurate color matching to completely customize the LED lights, a camera color capture feature is also available in the app. The new mobile app uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for wireless control that streams in the background, uses significantly less power and does not impact the user’s ability to stream music via Bluetooth from the same mobile device. Metra’s new app will be available in the Google Play® and Apple® store soon.

New Control Boxes

Both Heise and Metra PowerSports are launching new IPX4 rated control boxes for RGB and RGBW LED lights with conformal coated circuit boards. The new control boxes can group multiple devices and handle up to ten amps of current, which allows for more lighting products than what most competing standard control boxes can handle. The mobile app also allows for multiple control boxes to be grouped together and installed within the same system. Unique to both Heise and Metra PowerSports control boxes is the ability for installers to put a positive voltage trigger to lights to offer four programmable triggers for any color. For example, yellow for a turn signal, red for the brake light, white for the reverse light and an additional option for the fourth trigger. This feature is exclusive to Metra and allows for even more customization of the RGB and RGBW lighting products.

RGB-CB1 - Heise Control Box for RGB Lights with 4 Triggers

RGBW-CB1 - Heise Control Box for RGBW Lights with 4 Triggers

RGB-CB3 - Heise Control Box for 702RGB Headlights and Fog Lights with 4 Triggers

RGB-CB2 - Metra PowerSports RGB Control Box with 4 Triggers

RGBW-CB2 - Metra PowerSports RGBW Control Box with 4 Triggers

Control boxes are required for operation of RGB or RGBW lighting products.

New RGB and RGBW Lights

Heise and Metra PowerSports are both introducing rugged, off-road RGB and RGBW rock lights rated IP68 to accent vehicle wheel wells, footwells and more. Heise pod lights are available individually or as 4-pod kits in 9-watt RGB CREE® LED or 24-watt RGBW 3030 LED options. Metra PowerSports rock lights feature 3 pods per strip with 5 LEDs per pod, available as individual strips or 4-pod strip kits. Metra PowerSports is also introducing a new RGBW dome light with 10-foot wire and female micro 5-DIN connector. Control boxes are sold separately and required for operation.

Heise Rock Lights:

RGB1-4KT - Heise 4-Pod RGB Rock Light Kit with CREE LEDs

HE-TL1RGB - Heise Single RGB Rock Light with CREE LEDs

RGBW1-4KT - Heise 4-Pod RGBW Rock Light Kit with 3030 LEDs

RGBW1-S1 - Heise Single RGBW Rock Light with 3030 LEDs

Metra PowerSports Rock Lights:

RGB2-4KT - Metra PowerSports 4-Pod RGB Rock Light Kit

RGB2-S1 - Metra PowerSports Single RGB Rock Light

RGBW2-4KT - Metra PowerSports 4-Pod RGBW Rock Light Kit

RGBW2-S1 - Metra PowerSports Single RGBW Rock Light

RGBW2-DL - Metra PowerSports RGBW Dome Light

Lighting Connection Accessories

To complete the lighting installation, Metra is introducing new “Y” adapters, pigtail adapters and extension accessories from both Heise and Metra PowerSports to work with the new lights and control boxes.

These new products will be shipping soon and can be seen on display at CES from January 7-10, 2020, at booth 5211 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Additional specifications and part numbers are available in the 2020 New Product Guide and MetraOnline.com, which will be released on January 7, 2020.

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine® and Daytona Lights™. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

Holly Hill, Fla. –  December 14, 2018 – Metra Electronics® is debuting 138 new products from 7 of its 12 volt brands at CES 2019. Highlights for CES will include more motorcycle and powersports products, next-generation DSP products and radio replacement interfaces from Axxess®, and 34 new dashboard kits from Metra’s TurboKits®, Turbo2 Kits® and TurboTactile™ product lines. 

Saddle Tramp® will introduce new motorcycle audio accessories including amplifier mounts, saddlebag lids, lower fairings and speaker adapters. For motorcycle lighting, Saddle Tramp will debut new headlights and headlight housings, LED tail lights, flasher adapters, and accent lighting. “In addition to our Saddle Tramp products designed specifically for motorcycles, we’re excited to introduce new water-resistant solutions from Axxess and iBEAM to work in motorcycles, UTVs, Jeeps and other outdoor vehicles. This is a benefit to installers who are expanding to include powersports or marine applications into their services but still focus on car audio,” says Jason Anderson, VP of Product Research and Development for Metra’s 12 volt brands.

Additional new products include a new series of lightbars in addition to more Jeep Wrangler JL accessories and safety lights from Heise. iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems® will showcase a new commercial camera solution, vehicle-specific camera kits, a DVR for powersports applications and new monitor mounting accessories. Metra PowerSports® will have new lighting harnesses and brackets on display, designed for mounting Heise cube lights to Polaris RZR headlights. T-Spec® will debut a new series for their competition rated car audio products line that features improved technology and construction. Raptor® car audio products will also receive many improved and updated product designs in addition to new accessories.

All of these new products will be on display at CES in the Metra Electronics booth 5211 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center from January 8 - 11, 2019. New product catalogs will be available to download at MetraOnline.com on January 8, 2019, with additional product announcements leading up to CES.

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world.  We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources into developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make more dash kits for the most vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-Spec®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, and Metra Marine®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®.  For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 800.221-0932.

Holly Hill, Fla. – January 02, 2020 – Metra Electronics’s popular TurboTouch® dash kit with a built-in touchscreen is expanding from 4.3 inches to a 7-inch screen size for the latest Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 models. Metra’s TurboTouch kits feature an integrated touchscreen that retains the factory steering wheel functions and safety features, including the factory backup camera. The touchscreen and hard buttons in the kit also retain and control all climate and most vehicle customization functions normally lost when removing factory radio components. These kits are updatable via Micro “B” USB, provide accessory power (12volt 10-amp) and provide NAV outputs for parking brake, reverse and speed sense.

Launching at CES is the 99-6552B dash kit for 2015 and up* Dodge Charger models and the 99-6553B for 2015 and up* Chrysler 300 models, both designed for Double-DIN radios and painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance. These 2 new kits with a built-in 7-inch touchscreen will be available soon and showcased at CES 2020 alongside 21 other new dash kits from Metra Electronics at booth 5211 in the North Hall.

*Visit MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific applications.

At Metra,12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp® and Metra Marine®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

Holly Hill, Fla. – December 27, 2019 – Metra Marine® by Metra Electronics®, is introducing new transom LED lights and drain plug LED lights for boats at CES 2020. These products are designed for the back of the boat to light up the water and are constructed of stainless steel 316 housing and are IP68 certified to withstand the harsh marine environment. These high-output underwater lights come in a variety of sizes and range from 15 watts all the way up to 72 watts of light, designed for a surface mount. The transom lights are available in white, blue, RGB or RGBW (RGB LEDs with a pure white light option).

Metra Marine will also feature new drain plug LED lights for the transom, allowing the installer to add lighting using the existing drain plug holes to avoid drilling new holes into the boat. The drain plug lights are constructed with high quality materials and are IP68 certified. These underwater lights are available in two sizes. The small 9W drain plug is available in white, blue, green or RGB with a brass housing and the large 27W drain plug is available in RGB with stainless steel housing.

All of Metra Marine’s RGB and RGBW lights are designed for a hard-wired installation and work with Metra’s new RGB controller (sold separately) and smartphone app.

Metra’s marine product line is designed to help 12volt installers tap into the growing boating and powersports market with their reliable aftermarket marine accessories for audio, lighting, AV and more. Metra Marine’s high-quality solutions deliver both performance and value to installers who want the best for their customers with products that are built, tested and proven to withstand the harsh marine environment. They are designed in the USA and manufactured by Metra Electronics, The Installer’s Choice®, for more than 70 years.

Product Specifications:

Blue Rectangular 90W Underwater Transom Light with (30) 3-watt LEDs

ML-BLU90W

72W RGBW Underwater Transom Light

ML-RGBW72W

  • 5-wire RGBW

54W RGB Underwater Transom Light

ML-RGB54W

  • 4-wire RGB

27W Underwater Transom Light

ML-WHT27W - White

ML-BLU27W - Blue

ML-RGB27W - RGB with 4-wire RGB

30W Underwater Transom Light

ML-WHT30W - White

ML-BLU30W - Blue

15W UnderwaterTransom Light

ML-WHT15W - White

ML-BLU15W - Blue

ML-RGB15W - RGB with 4-wire RGB

24W RGBW Underwater Transom Light

ML-RGBW24W

  • 5-wire RGBW

9W Small Drain Plug LED Light

ML-DLWHT9W - White

ML-DLBLU9W - Blue

ML-DLGRN9W - Green

ML-DLRGB9W - RGB (4-wire RGB)

  • Brass housing

27W Large Drain Plug RGB LED Light

ML-DLRGB27W

  • 4-wire RGB
  • Stainless steel housing

These new products will be shipping soon and can be seen on display at CES from January 7-10, 2020, at booth 5211 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center with Metra Electronics. For more information, visit MetraMarine.com to see the new 2020 catalog available on the opening day of the show.

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources into developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine® and Daytona Lights™. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

Holly Hill, Fla. – December 19, 2019 – Metra PowerSports® by Metra Electronics® has new audio solutions designed for a wide range of Polaris® UTV models heading to CES 2020. New speaker and subwoofer enclosures that enhance and protect an aftermarket sound system along with updated Double-DIN dash kits will debut at the show. These new products are specifically engineered to meet the harsh requirements of outdoor environments and designed for a seamless fit and finish, allowing owners to upgrade the sound system in their UTV with OEM-quality materials that do not compromise the look and feel of the vehicle.

Polaris RZR Speaker Enclosure for 6.5"- 6.75" Speaker Pods

Protect aftermarket speakers with durable, weather-resistant Polaris RZR speaker enclosures designed for 6.5" - 6.75" aftermarket speaker pods. With high-quality HDPE construction that can withstand harsh outdoor environments and a black textured coat, these enclosures are a perfect match and fit for 2014-up* Polaris RZR models. The enclosures conveniently bolt into the upper footwell to allow for plenty of foot room and easy installation to ensure that speakers are safe from the elements.

MPS-RZSP Product Specifications:

  • Left and right front kick panel speaker pods for 6.5" - 6.75" aftermarket speakers
  • Fits 2014-up* Polaris RZR models
  • High-density polyethylene (HDPE) construction provides a corrosion-resistant and eco-friendly material ideal for harsh outdoor environments
  • Protects speakers without compromising sound quality
  • Bolts into the upper footwell, away from riders' feet
  • Black textured coat finish matches the factory finish for a flawless look
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware

Polaris RZR Subwoofer Box and Amplifier Brackets

Add bass to enhance the listening experience with a durable, weather-resistant subwoofer box and amplifier brackets for Polaris RZR. With high-quality HDPE construction that can withstand harsh outdoor environments and a black textured coat, this enclosure provides a seamless fit for mounting a 10” subwoofer into 2014-up* Polaris RZR models. This enclosure replaces the entire glove box and includes an amplifier mounting bracket for easy installation, ensuring that equipment is safe from the elements.

MPS-RZSB Product Specifications:

  • Fits 2014-up* Polaris RZR models
  • Provides a 10" subwoofer mounting solution
  • Replaces the entire glove box
  • High-density polyethylene (HDPE) construction provides a corrosion-resistant and eco-friendly material ideal for harsh outdoor environments
  • Protects the subwoofer without compromising sound quality
  • Black textured coat finish matches the factory finish for a flawless look
  • Includes stainless steel mounting hardware
  • Includes amplifier mounting bracket

Audio Upgrade Kit for 2014-up* Polaris RZR

Both the MPS-RZSP and MPS-RZSB are available as a single kit, the MPS-RZKIT, for convenient ordering.

Radio Dash Kits for Polaris

Metra PowerSports introduces four improved radio dash kits designed for select PolarisUTV models. New improvements allow standard Double-DIN radio provisions to fit into the dashboard without the need for major modifications to the vehicle. Designed to replace the OE pocket or cover plate, the MPS-RZR01 Double-Din Radio Kit fits 13 different 2014-2019Polaris RZR models. Both the MPS-GEN01 Double-Din Radio Kit and the MPS-GEN02 Radio Gauge Mounting Kit fit Polaris General UTV 2016-up* models, while the 95-9999 Universal Double-Din kit can be cut to fit the front plate of any Polaris model.

Product Specifications:

MPS-RZR01 - Polaris RZR Double-Din Radio Kit

  • Replaces OE pocket or cover plate
  • Designed to fit:

○      2015-2019 RZR 900

○      2015-2019 RZR S 900

○      2015-2017 RZR 4 900 EPS

○      2016-2018 RZR S4 900 EPS

○      2015-2017 RZR 900 XC EDITION

○      2014-2019 RZR XP1000

○      2016-2019 RZR S 1000

○      2019 RZR S 4 1000

○      2014-2019 RZR XP 4 1000

○      2016-2019 RZR XP TURBO

○      2016-2018 RZR XP 4 TURBO

○      2018-2019 RZR XP TURBO S

○      2019 RZR XP 4 TURBO S

MPS-GEN01 - Polaris General Double-DIN Radio Kit

  • Fits Polaris General 2016-up* UTVs
  • Designed for mounting Double-DIN radios
  • Custom texture replaces OE pocket or cover plate

MPS-GEN02 - Polaris General Radio Gauge Mounting Kit

  • Fits Polaris General 2016-up* UTVs
  • Universal blank plate for gauge mount radios
  • Custom texture

95-9999 - Universal Double-Din Kit for Polaris

  • ISO brackets molded and cut to fit the front plate to fit any Polaris model

These new and improved products will be shipping soon and can be seen on display at CES from January 7-10, 2020 at booth 5211 in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. *Visit MetraPowerSports.com for up-to-date vehicle specific applications and additional product information, which will be available January 7, 2020.

At Metra, 12-volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources into developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 72 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine® and Daytona Lights™. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium home theater and surveillance products, Metra Home Theater Group®. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.

Morel launches the new Virtus Nano component system developed as an ultra-slim mount, high fidelity solution for where space is limited. 

Whether you’re retrofitting a classic car or updating the audio in a new vehicle, fitting conventional aftermarket speakers can be troublesome.

“Space is a premium resource in all car audio installation environments. We are well aware of this and decided to take up the challenge,” says Oren Mordechai, Executive vice president and head of R&D team. “Our R&D team spent over two years tweaking the design so that the new Virtus Nano would be a true performer, producing a full and coherent musical presentation that represent the virtues of the Virtus line,“ he concludes.

With a maximum mounting depth of 17mm (0.67”), the Virtus Nano is the shallowest component speaker system in car audio. It leverages Morel’s craftsmanship and engineering technology with the employment of some of Morel’s renowned traits along with some new ones.

The Nano woofer incorporates a large 2.1-inch (54mm) diameter Hexatech™ aluminum External Voice Coil (EVC™) and neodymium magnetic system enabling high power handling and superior resolution. Its convex shaped composite paper cone provides superb results on and off axis while giving the Nano that dynamic response expected of the Virtus line.

The Virtus Nano 2-way component systems combine the Nano woofer with Morel’s legendary 1.1” Acuflex™ soft dome tweeters and MXR crossover technology to set the standard of how ultra-slim speakers should sound and perform.

The company is at the 2016 CES show Venetian suite 30-112 – 6-9 January, Las Vegas, NV, USA

For more information, visit www.morelhifi.com or call +972 8 930 1161.

In the US call Morel America toll-free at 877-morel-11. 

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