NEW for 2020, Crunch Smash amplifiers look to create rich, undistorted power, while maximizing space.

Libertyville, Ill. – NEW Crunch Smash amplifiers create a dynamic blend of rich playback and clean audio. Available in August of 2020, the Smash Series of amplifiers will integrate QTD Technology while featuring built-in electronic crossovers and will make audio sound smooth, fresh, and powerful.

Alden Stiefel, President of Maxxsonics USA said, “At Maxxsonics, product development starts in the field with our customers. Over the last several months, demand has increased for amplifiers that have a smaller footprint while still delivering superb performance at a reasonable price.”

Not only do these amplifiers feature the highest sound quality connection with quality RCA materials to help prevent interference and minimize distortion , but the Smash series creates more power in a smaller box. Smaller real estate makes it easier to tuck away any amplifier from this series, whether it’s the mono subwoofer, 2-channel, or 4-channel, Smash amplifiers will take up less room while maximizing audio power. Being able to maximize vehicle space, whether in the trunk, backseat, underseat, or anywhere in the vehicle, is what makes the Smash lineup stand out from any other Crunch amplifier.

FEATURES INCLUDE:

• LOW NOISE PREAMPLIFIER CIRCUIT: Maximum low voltage signal from the source unit comes into the amplifier through a low voltage circuit, which delivers minimal distortion through the amplification process.

• RCA INPUTS: Highest sound quality connection with quality RCA materials to help prevent interference and minimize distortion in the signal path.

• HEAT SINK QTD Technology Aluminum: Quick Thermal Dispersion Technology assures additional mass in the aluminum heat sink keeps the amplifier running cool with nearly undetectable distortions during normal music listening.

• LED SYSTEM PROTECTION CIRCUITRY DIAGNOSTICS: Monitor overload and speaker short protection with lighted indicators on the amplifier end panel. • POWER SUPPLY High-energy pulse-width modulated power supply delivers power with minimal impact on the electrical system.

• OUTPUT DEVICE TECHNOLOGY PRO-FI™ high-speed MOSFETS bring extreme power with high sound quality and minimum distortion levels.

“The Crunch product development team has designed this product in record time, or order to meet our customer’s demands. The consumer will not be disappointed!” concluded Stiefel.

Please make sure to contact your sales representative, or customer service at 847-540-7700 immediately to secure your order.

See full line details on the Crunch website at https://crunchcaraudio.com/amplifiers/smash/.

STILLWATER, USA – Stillwater Designs®, the maker of KICKER® mobile-audio products, celebrated the anniversaries of 56 employees August 20 during a company luncheon, culminating with recognition of KICKER Vice Presidents Jeanne Snyder and Bob Spencer who have been with the company 35 years.

KICKER has been celebrating work anniversaries since the early 1980s, and employees gather for an informal meeting each year to earn a gift and a handshake from KICKER President and founder Steve Irby. This year is like none other, with employees donning masks and practicing social distancing at KICKER headquarters.

“I’m really honored,” said Irby. “It’s unbelievable to me to know somebody seeks to make a work career here, and great to see people that are team players and succeed in their years.”

A pin embossed with the KICKER logo was awarded to employees for one year of service, a wristwatch for three years and a ring for five years. Accolades were also given to employees with 10, 15 and 20 years of service. In addition to the pair of 35-year service honors, employees Glynn Cooper, Bruce Moore, Jason Sigrist and Jeff Womack received recognition for being with the company for 25 years.

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.

The High Quality, 3,200 Lumen System is Now Available for Jeep Wrangler JL or Gladiator JT in Matte Black, Graphite Metallic, and Satin Silver

METAIRE, LA, Aug. 20, 2020 – ORACLE Lighting (www.oraclelights.com), the market leader in innovative LED lighting solutions for the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce the launch of new color options for their innovative Oculus™ Bi-LED headlamp system for Jeep Wrangler JL or Gladiator JT. Available in three different bezel colors, the system is now shipping with an MSRP of $589.50.

“The Oculus™ Bi-LED headlamp system provides advanced LED projection,” explained Justin Hartenstein, Oracle Lighting director of development. “3,200 Lumens of high-quality illumination provides enhanced driver visibility in all weather conditions, offering superior light distribution and beam cut-off. The precision optics provides increased driver visibility without distracting other drivers.”

Light focus is very important for not only driver safety but others on the road who can potentially have their vision obscured by glare. This is especially significant on lifted vehicles where the light source is raised and, in a position, to interfere with other driver’s vision. Oculus™ headlights feature a sharp cut-off line and aim light with precision specifically to avoid such issues.

Oracle’s unique Oculus™ bezels are now available in a total of three different color housings…original Matte Black, new Graphite Metallic, and new Satin Silver options. This allows the users to better match the headlights to their vehicle’s paint color, wheel color, or other accent colors. Oracle’s patented Oculus bezel design is based in Euclidean geometry, using concentric ellipses to create patterned symmetries.

“These headlights don’t just look good, they are also built to last,” Hartenstein continued. “It is undeniably important to implement proper thermal management tools for high-performance LEDs to operate with reliability in various environments. Oculus utilizes both active and passive cooling methods to sustain low LED temperatures. Remote mounted heat sinks and an internal cooling fan work in conjunction to insure proper temperature control and longevity of the LEDs.”

Having celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2019, Metairie, LA-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today's world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

For more information on Oracle Lighting and its full product line, please visit www.oraclelights.com, call (800) 407-5776, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Having celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2019, Metairie, Louisiana-based Oracle Lighting has been designing innovative lighting products and technologies for the automotive/12Volt, powersports, motorcycle, and marine markets since 1999. Oracle’s philosophy is this: in today's world of fly-by-night vendors, we think it is important to partner with businesses that you can trust to be there for you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

Located just outside New Orleans, Oracle Lighting has received accolades from numerous organizations for our business practices, including being listed on the Inc500 list of the Fastest Growing Businesses in the USA for the past eight years consecutively, winning the 2012 Bronze Stevie Award for Consumer Products Company of the Year, and most recently being named The Small Business Administration's Exporter of the Year and a Small Business Champion by the U.S. Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee. In 2012, Oracle was named the Jefferson Parish Small Business of the Year by JEDCO. New Orleans CityBusiness Magazine also named ORACLE Lighting a Top Private Company in the Greater New Orleans Area in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

August 19, 2020 – (SEATTLE. WASHINGTON): Firstech, the maker of Compustar and DroneMobile products, is launching expanded support hours and virtual resources for installers. Effective August 15th, Firstech will offer over-the-phone and online installer support Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM PST.

Installers will have access to these extended hours throughout the holiday season. Firstech has also expanded its offering of digital training resources for installers. The company’s award-winning technical support team conducts biweekly virtual trainings using Facebook Live. All of these trainings are hosted on Firstech’s “TechFeed” support group, one of the industry’s largest installer-only communities on Facebook.

In addition to live and on-demand trainings, Firstech announced the beta release of major updates for “MyFirstech Install” (https://install.myfirstech.com). MyFirstech Install provides a one-stop-shop for installers to access technical documents and wiring schematics for remote start and audio applications. The website also features a portal for installers to activate and configure DroneMobile connected car systems. Beta access is currently reserved exclusively to members of Firstech’s TechFeed support group on Facebook.

Firstech’s technical support team is led by a 24-year industry veteran, Wade Beebe. Beebe shares, “Firstech is committed to investing in the current and future generations of installers. We believe that innovation in our industry starts and ends with those individuals that are open to learning and trying new things.” If you are an installer in the mobile electronics industry and would like to learn more about Firstech’s products and services, please visit firstechllc.com or search “Firstech Techfeed” on Facebook.

Firstech is an award-winning connected car company from Seattle, Washington. Since the company’s founding in Anchorage, Alaska, Firstech has primarily focused on developing solutions to improve the safety, comfort, and peace of mind of drivers on the road. Over the past 6 consecutive years, Firstech has been voted “Top Vendor in Security and Convenience” solutions by the Mobile Electronics Association, demonstrating the company’s commitment to product innovation and customer support.

For More Information:

Justin Lee, Marketing Director

This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (888)820-3690 Ext. 108

Holly Hill, Fla. – August 18, 2020 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket dash kits, is now shipping a new dashboard kit for 2008-2015 Audi TT models. The 95-9114B kit is designed to fit ISO Double-DIN radio provisions. It is painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory finish and is made in the United States.

95-9114B Product Specifications:

• Designed for 2008-2015 Audi TT
• ISO DDIN radio provision
• Painted scratch-resistant matte black to match the factory appearance

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.

August 18, 2020 -- In 2019 we released the massive Pancadáo 12-inch midrange woofer (45lbs) with tremendous success. These speakers are made to pick up a full range of frequencies so you can get massive midbass while also slaying the high range. This high wattage mid woofer was received overwhelmingly well by the public and in turn, demanded even more sizes be released.

With such a high demand for high powered midrange woofers like the Pancadáo, we are happy to oblige pro audio enthusiasts with two more additions to the Pancadáo family. Ds18 has now released an 8 inch and 10-inch Pancadáo so now you have even more options when you need high powered, midbass pumping woofers that also slay the highs.

First in the lineup is the Pancadáo Pro-1Kp8.4. This high powered 4-ohm and 8-ohm, sturdy, and extremely loud 8-inch midbass-full range woofer take an astounding 1000w RMS and 2000W peak. The frequency ranges start at 110hz and plays all the way to 15khz. Having a 96db sensitivity helps you get maximum loudness without having to go to the maximum power of the speaker.

Next, we have the Pancadáo PRO-1.5kp10.4 midrange woofer. This 10-inch monster has a sensitivity of 94.4 DB and an RMS rating of 1500w and Max power of 3000w. This massive 10 plays from 80hz to 10khz and has a much wider woofer range and handles more power than 99% of all other 10-inch pro audio mids. With only a 5.23 mounting depth, this high-powered midrange woofer can be mounted almost anywhere. This option also comes in 4 and 8 ohms.

The Pancadáo Series is the go-to solution for enthusiasts looking for midrange woofers that handle tons of power for maximum loudness and clarity. These competition speakers will absolutely blow your mind when you hear them and everyone else in earshot!

Found on DS18.com:

https://ds18.com/collections/new-releases/products/pancadao-mid-bass-10-1000-rms-4-ohms

https://ds18.com/collections/new-releases/products/pancadao-mid-bass-8-1000-rms-4-ohms

https://ds18.com/products/pancadao-mid-bass-8-1000-rms-8-ohms

https://ds18.com/products/pancadao-mid-bass-10-1000-rms-8-ohms

Wheeling trips with thousands of members from Coast to Coast hitting Trails/Parks with industry enthusiasts

Oxnard, Calif. (August 14, 2020) – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Rockstar Performance Garage (RPG), collaboration between Rockstar Energy Drink and LDRSHIP designs to build the first Lifestyle Garage, and Scosche ® Industries are bringing the wheeling to you. Since the start of the year, events have been getting canceled and enthusiasts have been left with little to enjoy.

The Great American Crawl (GAC) kicked off last weekend in Missouri at the Southern Missouri Off-Road Ranch (SMORR). Enthusiasts showing up over the two days of wheeling Scosche Industries had traveled from across the country to wheel with popular influencers like @GRDLOC, @MISCHIEFMAKERJKU and @LITEBRITESTUDIOS they follow on social media platforms.

GAC is a series of trail rides that brings members together in specific off-road destinations across the country. These destinations are highly popular bucket list off-roading spots that are challenging with trails from mild to wild. Members show up to wheel in stock Jeeps, trucks and utv’s to fully built off-road rigs and bouncers capable of climbing the rock ledges that adorn these parks and trails. “We are excited to get out and meet the enthusiasts on the trail. It’s a great way to get out and have fun from the safety of your own vehicle. Enjoy a cold Rockstar Energy on us and come hit a trail with us,” said Nicholas Ashby, owner, Rockstar Performance Garage.

There is no cost to be a part of the group or to wheel with the group. Some parks have a daily access fee around 20-25 dollars. Joining the Group offers huge discounts frompartner companies supporting the trail rides, meeting new friends that share the same hobbies and the safety of not wheeling alone.

Trying to cover all the destinations we could, we consulted with different industry people and enthusiasts and built a great list of locations:

● 8/7-9 EVENT #1 SMORR MO

● 8/21-23 EVENT #2 WINDROCK, TN

● 9/4-6 EVENT #3 AOP

● 9/18-20 EVENT #4 BLACK MOUNTAIN KY

● 10/2-4 EVENT #5 WOLF CAVES, TX

● 10/8-11 EVENT #6 TRAIL HERO, UT

● 11/6-8 EVENT #7 MOAB, UT

● 11/27-29 EVENT #8 HUMP & BUMP NV

Rockstar Performance Garage and its fleet of Ambassador Rigs are attending all the rides and capturing photos and videos of each trip at no cost to the enthusiasts attending. You will find all this media on their website, social channels, Facebook and recap videos on Youtube.

http://www.rockstarperformancegarage.com/the-great-american-crawl-smorr/

https://www.youtube.com/c/RockstarGarage

Reliable, Powerful, and User-Friendly, These Sound Bars Have Bluetooth Capabilities and Built-In Amplifiers

OXNARD, Calif., August 17, 2020 - BOSS Audio Systems (www.bossaudio.com), a leader and innovator in 12 Volt aftermarket auto, marine and powersports audio and video products, is proud to announce the launch of two new Weatherproof Soundbar Systems, the BRT18A, with a MAP price of $179.99, and the BRT36A, with a MAP price of $349.99

“We are very excited to add these two new sizes of soundbars to our BOSS Powersports offerings,” said Doug Kern, BOSS Audio Systems VP of Sales. “The new 18” and 36” plug and play soundbars allow customers to install a soundbar in almost any off-road vehicle just by plugging them into the 12-volt power accessory port. With Bluetooth audio streaming, USB, and 3.5mm auxiliary audio inputs as well as USB charging, consumers will be able to stream their music any way they would like with incredible performance.”

The BRT18A Features

18” IPX5 Rated Soundbar
One Pair of 4” Full Range Speakers
One Pair of 1” Horn Loaded Tweeters

The BRT36A Features

36” IPX5 Rated Soundbar
Three Pairs of 4” Full Range Speakers
One Pair of 1” Horn Loaded Tweeters

The BRT18A and BRT36A also feature:

Full-Range, Class A/B Amplifier
IPX5-Rated (Waterproof/Dustproof)
Multi-Fit Clamp System
6 Built-In DSP (Digital Sound Processing) Preset Equalization Curves
USB and Aux-In Audio
USB Charging
Wireless Remote Control
Plug and Play Connection
1 Year Standard Warranty, 2 Year Extended Warranty

“We are very excited that these two new powersports soundbars have begun shipping,” Kern concluded, “based off of the success of our current plug and play soundbars we know these deliver the sound, performance, and price point that our customers are looking for.”

For more information, please visit www.bossaudio.com.

Since 1987 BOSS has produced quality audio and video products that feature the latest technology while consistently delivering a clean and powerful sound.

The company offers more than 400 car, marine, and powersports products that are sold in 130 countries, both in storefront retailers and online. Headquartered in Oxnard, CA, with offices in Shenzhen, China. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Source: BOSS Audio Systems

Santa Fe Springs, Calif. – August 17, 2020

Accele Electronics is pleased to announce the most comprehensive assortment of Qi Wireless Charging solutions within this fast growing 12 Volt category. The assortment includes (2) Customizable Charging Pads and our latest Device Holder / Charger combination. The charging pads, BU-WCP/BU-WCPH are both trimmable for a custom OE like installation in most vehicles. The WCP plugs into an existing vehicle USB Port while the WCPH is a hardwired pad for a permanent installation with maximum charging capability. The WCP can also be used in home or office with it’s USB capability. Our newest solution is the most unique and versatile one, a breakthrough accessory for Smart Phone use in all vehicles, the BU-WC200.

The BU-WC200 is a 10-Watt Qi Wireless Charger cleverly integrated into a high-quality phone holder. It joins our existing family of Qi Charging Pads as demand for wireless charging grows exponentially. The device addresses 2 needs at the same time, first as a convenient holder that’s not only sturdy but also aesthetically pleasing and secondly as a Wireless Charger using the latest Qi technology. Our Newest Accele Qi Charger / Phone Holder uses an exclusive “Roller” locking system that gently and securely locks your smart phone in place while charging. The BU-WC200 uses the latest Qi 10-watt technology with an Input voltage of 5v / 2 Amps or 9v / 1.67Amps and an Output power of 5W, 7.5W or 10W. This attractive holder is constructed of Polished Aluminum with silicone rubber rollers. The BU-WC200 attaches to a vehicles Air Vents with a sturdy clamp and is adjustable to fit a wide range of smart phones. It’s the perfect add-on for those vehicles not equipped with Wireless Charging and perhaps it’s best feature is it’s portability that allows use in multiple vehicles with its included Micro USB to USB cable.         

The Accele’s BU-WC200 and other Qi Wireless solutions are available for immediate shipment, call your Accele Representative for special introductory pricing and further information.

Ground Zero USA is excited to introduce our two newest Radioactive models.

August 12, 2020 -- Now shipping is the GZRB 20SPL and the GZRW 8XSPL. 

Recently announced, and now available, the GZRW 8XSPL (MAP $229.99) is the little brother to our wildly successful Hydrogen 8-inch subwoofer. This driver is a high-quality SPL subwoofer that utilizes a reinforced paper cone with a long stroke compound surround, dual 2-ohm 50mm/2” copper voice coils, and is designed to run on 500w RMS. This driver is best suited for vented applications, and we have you covered with that also.  

The GZRB 20SPL  (MAP $379.99) is a custom tailored preloaded vented enclosure with grill specifically for the GZRW 8XSPL (included). 

For more information on how to purchase this product or to become an official dealer please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our website www.groundzerousa.com

New Option Adds Touchless Switching, Preventing Spread of Viruses

Santa Fe Springs, Calif. – August 10, 2020 -- Accele Electronics is pleased to announce its first product in the emerging “Personal Safety” category, The HMS200T Hand Motion Switch. The HMS200T is a unique product for those concerned about virus protection and offering their customers the latest technology in switches. Our HMS200T is the perfect solution for Fleet Vehicles, Project Vehicles, Vans, Buses and Limousines and anyone concerned about the spread of virus during this Pandemic of Covid-19.

Like the latest OE Infotainment systems, activating the switch is as easy as waving your hand or a finger in front of the switch. For maximum user flexibility it has an adjustable range from 2 – 8 inches. Also adjustable is a “momentary mode” with adjustable 0.5 to 20 second pulse output and a toggle On/Off mode. The unit's Red or Green LEDs can also be connected to a Car Alarm's LED wire. This switch can be used to upgrade all your existing switches from a standard push switch to a high-tech touchless switch. Typical uses are Fog or Driving Lights, Alarm Valet Mode, Actuators etc. Any vehicles with multiple drivers carrying multiple passengers on a daily basis are perfect candidates for these switches, Limos, Buses, Forklifts, Golf Carts are just some of the many applications.

Accele’s HMS200T switches are available for immediate shipment, call your Accele Representative for special introductory pricing and further information.

Opus Marketing Group to Represent All Firstech Brands including Compustar, DroneMobile

August 5th, 2020 – (SEATTLE, Wash.): Firstech, makers of Compustar and DroneMobile connected car solutions, is hiring Opus Marketing Group to represent the company’s solutions in Mid-Atlantic and Michigan. Opus Marketing Group will represent all Firstech brands and products, including Compustar, DroneMobile, Arctic Start, and Momento. Daniel Fellers, Firstech’s Eastern regional sales manager, describes the partnership as an “alliance between two of the strongest forces in automotive remote start and security.”

Firstech’s announcement comes in anticipation of the upcoming 2020-21 remote start season, which will follow one of the busiest summers in recent mobile electronics history. Despite the freshness of their partnership, Firstech and Opus Marketing Group promise to immediately hit the road both virtually and physically. Jamie White, the owner of Opus Marketing Group, said, “With all great things come better things and we look forward to continuing to provide the dealer base the best customer service and cutting-edge technology for many years to come with this recent alignment.”

All Firstech brands and products are available for purchase on www.myfirstech.com. To gain access to pricing and free, same-day shipping, contact Opus Marketing Group at (866)438-6787 (Mid-Atlantic, Michigan) or email Firstech at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (U.S.A., Canada).

Firstech is an award-winning connected car company from Seattle, Washington. Since the company’s founding in Anchorage, Alaska, Firstech has primarily focused on developing solutions to improve the safety, comfort, and peace of mind of drivers on the road. Over the past six consecutive years, Firstech has been voted “Top Vendor in Security and Convenience” solutions by the Mobile Electronics Association, demonstrating the company’s commitment to product innovation and customer support.

Opus Marketing, LLC employs five full-time sales managers with well over 75 years of combined experience in the industry, along with a full time office manager to cover the Mid Atlantic, NJ, Upstate NY, and Michigan markets. Centralized toll free number (866-GET-OPUS) for all areas that we cover along with E-Fax (866-596-OPUS) that reaches the entire sales force. Opus Mkt specializes in 12-volt audio, security/convenience, safety, marine and powersports products.

LONG BEACH, Calif., August 6th, 2020, KENWOOD USA has announced the release of 2 new feature-packed multimedia receivers at value conscience price points.

The DDX5707S ($369.95 MAP) and DDX57S ($369.95 MAP) are CD/DVD playback equipped multimedia receivers that both feature support for Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ in a wired configuration. With driver safety and smartphone integration features abound, they allow customers an easy alternative to their CD/DVD-less counterparts (the DMX4707S and DMX47S), which were released back in May.

Notable call-out features include a 6.8” WVGA clear glass capacitive touch panel for better touch control and precision, Android® phone screen mirroring via the “Mirroring for KENWOOD OA” application, a rear view camera input to add a back-up camera (such as the KENWOOD CMOS-130, CMOS-230, or CMOS-320, sold separately), front, rear, and subwoofer RCA pre-outs, and built-in Bluetooth® for hand-free phone calls and music streaming.

To gain a better in-car entertainment experience, both models also come equipped with the connection for an optional SiriusXM® tuner, (SiriusXM Connect SXV300 satellite radio tuner required; sold separately), which enables album artwork and a variety of text information to be displayed from hundreds of channels of music, news, sports, talk, and more.

“We are delighted to expand our Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ready multimedia receiver offerings to include features customers are asking for at such an incredible value,” said Tim Hill, Midwest Regional Sales Manager for KENWOOD. “We know that the purchase of one of our flagship receivers may simply be unobtainable by some, and now with these models, they can still experience the trusted quality and performance that comes with the KENWOOD name.”  

For detailed product information, 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.

NEW for 2020, Hifonics GEMINI Elite amplifiers have launched.

Libertyville, Ill. – NEW Hifonics GEMINI Elite (GE) amplifiers make audio feel the way it was meant to be felt — ELITE. GEMINI Elite amplifiers raise the bar of audio expectations to ELITE standards in clarity, quality, and listening. When audio craves to sound the best, it needs clean, undistorted levels of power; that’s what GEMINI Elite amplifiers bring. GE-3500.1D GEMINI Elite amplifier Sam Dattalo, Vice President of Sales, said, “GEMINI Elite is killing it with the new ‘Murdered’ look. Dealers are loving both the hottest style and the ‘NONINTERNET’ program that guarantees high-profit margins.”

With Hifonics High-Fidelity that features Simpatico coil design (SPC) Ultra-Fi Pulse Width Modulated MOSFET power supply, GEMINI Elite amplifiers will have audio enter new dimensions of sound while delivering huge power. A heavy-duty aluminum alloy heat sink allows the amplifier to dissipate heat and produce maximum clean power.

FEATURES & BENEFITS ACROSS THE GE LINEUP INCLUDE:

• ELECTRONIC EQUALIZER: Control of amplifier output with on-board electronic crossover to tailor specific frequencies to speakers and subwoofers
• CLASS/TOPOLOGY Super D-Class™: Extremely efficient, low temperature, high amplification system has several options for installation
• OUTPUT DEVICE TECHNOLOGY Ultra-Fi™ MOSFET: Produces high power with minimal distortion
• HEAT SINK High-Grade Aluminum: Heavy duty aluminum alloy heat-sink allows the amplifier to quickly dissipate heat
• POWER SUPPLY Simpatico Coil Design: Dual coil Pulse Width Modulated power supply keeps voltage constant through the Ultra-Fi output devices

“We have already sold out of our first shipment with more product on the way coming in August. Make sure to get your orders and reorders in quickly to assure that your customers can have a pleasant buying experience with GEMINI Elite!” concluded Dattalo. Audio craves to sound the very best. Embrace every song in a new light with GEMINI POWER bestowed from the gods above.

Full line details are available on the Hifonics website at https://hifonics.com/mobile/amplifiers/gemini-elite-ge/

Holly Hill, FL – August 4, 2020 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket dash kits, is now shipping a new TurboTouch® kit for 1999-2003 Lexus RX300 models. This kit is designed to fit ISO Single-DIN radio provisions with a pocket or Double-DIN radio provisions. It features a 4.3” integrated color LCD touchscreen for retention of the vehicle’s climate control functions, which can be customized with different color options for the backlit hard buttons. This dash kit is painted to match the factory finish and available in two different color options; 99-8164G (gray with black trim) and 99-8164T (tan with black trim).

An Axxess® interface that is Micro “B” USB updatable is built into the kit to provide accessory power (12-volt 10 amp) and retain R.A.P. (retained accessory power). The wiring harness is included with the kit, an antenna adapter is not needed, and an LD-8164-NAV harness is included for vehicles with factory navigation. The factory amplifier is not retained with this kit and so an amplifier bypass harness is included. An installation video showing the product features and how to install this kit can be seen at https://youtu.be/kdGf4ZND-cM. Thie 99-8164 dash kits are available now with instructions and additional specifications at MetraOnline.com.

99-8164 Product Specifications:

• Designed for 1999-2003 Lexus RX300
• ISO DDIN radio provision
• ISO DIN radio provision with pocket
• Custom texture and painted tan or gray to match the factory appearance
• Factory amplifier is not retained with this product – an amplifier bypass harness is included
• Provides accessory power (12-volt 10-amp)
• Retains R.A.P. (retained accessory power)
• Micro “B” USB updatable

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.

August 3, 2020 -- Cadence Sound loves to stay connected with our audio community. We understand that due to Covid-19, some of our customers have been affected financially. We decided to do a monthly giveaway all summer so that Cadence aficionados can still enjoy their passions without worry.

Our July Giveaway winner is Nathanial, in Bellingham, MN. Nathanial won a pair of Cadence XT60 Tweeters. The Cadence XT 60 is a 1-inch titanium bullet tweeter. The XT 60 has a titanium dome structure with Ferro-Fluid cooling. The motor is a high density neodymium, motor structure. Our tweeter is said to be heard from blocks away. Sometimes, size doesn’t matter.

Whether you’re designing a system for your Open Show set up or perhaps you’re building a DJ system to be used indoors, rest assured that we have options to fill the need for a high performance tweeter with particular design aspects and bullet shaping to provide excellent near field dispersion and accurate tonal reproduction at unprecedented efficiency ratings. We are excited to see what kind of project Nathanial uses his new Cadence Tweeters for!

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