STILLWATER, USA – In what is an industry-first for the all-new 2019 Chevrolet® Silverado and 2019 GMC® Sierra, KICKER® Performance Audio has provided them with an app-equipped, complete audio system as an option when purchasing the vehicle at the dealership. As part of the system, consumers can make their music truly personal with KICKER’s exclusive 4.0 amplifier with digital signal processing (DSP) and accompanying FlexTune™ app for connected devices. FlexTune links to the KICKER-equipped system from the listener’s device via Bluetooth® LE to add bass or increase the clarity, allowing simple adjustments using the graphic five-band EQ or choosing any presets for easy recall.

A 2019 GMC Sierra featuring the full-size truck KICKER Audio system will be unveiled to the 2018 SEMA Show viewing audience and the world Tuesday, October 30, at 11 a.m. in the KICKER Audio booth (number 11861), located in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall. For the Show’s entirety, the exclusive audio system will be a working part of KICKER’s demo vehicle in the brand’s booth.

“With the KICKER FlexTune app, consumers will be able to listen to their music exactly how they’d like to,” said Joe Gross, KICKER Automotive OEM Director of Sales. “KICKER is extremely pleased to make this ground-breaking technology available to Chevrolet and GMC trucks both of which continually push the tech envelope.”

Available with the all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra and covered under manufacturer’s warranty, KICKER will offer a complete audio system featuring a custom-fit, powered subwoofer enclosure and the computer-optimized, DSP amplifier powering the full-range door speakers, allowing tuning through the FlexTune app for Apple® or Android™ devices. As a second audio option, KICKER will also make available the 10-inch, 200-watt powered subwoofer system by itself, adding bass to the factory sound. All high-efficiency components feature very low power draw from the electrical system and mount discreetly for ample legroom and cargo space.

KICKER FlexTune works seamlessly with connected devices to personalize sound, with the ability to save a single personal preset profile or infinite number of profiles. It features the variable, five-band parametric equalizer with 12dB of attenuation per channel, remote subwoofer level knob and adjustable center-channel knob, all Bluetooth LE-enabled and completely wireless.

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

Chevrolet, GMC, Silverado, Sierra and their respective logos and vehicle model names are trademarks of GM, its subsidiaries, affiliates or licensors.

The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Apple is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google LLC.

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® is proud to present the 21st annual Desert Storm Poker Run at London Bridge Resort in Lake Havasu, Ariz., April 24-28. It’s the fourth straight year KICKER has been involved with the growing performance-boat race and event, and this is the initial time as the presenting sponsor.

As part of the KICKER assortment, Lake Havasu City’s own KICKER-Authorized-Dealer Wired 4 Sound will bring the “BoomToon,” a massive double-decker pontoon packed with more than a dozen KICKER subwoofers, 17 tower speakers and nearly 15,000 watts of power. Murfco, Inc., KICKER’s Southern California distributor, will haul in a KICKER-equipped 1968 Firebird and outrageous UTV to the memorable street party, to park near the imposing KICKER XRV big rig.

The resort venue is located adjacent to the world-famous London Bridge and along the Bridgewater Channel, where a non-stop boat parade will command all attention during the weekend. London Bridge was dismantled and relocated here in 1967 from the River Thames.

“Lake Havasu City is home to so many ideal event locations,” said Cal Sheehy, general manager of the London Bridge Resort. “We are excited to welcome Desert Storm to our property and showcase the iconic London Bridge as the backdrop for this amazing event.”   

In addition to the well-known venue, the event will also feature its annual Wednesday kick-off of the tokened “Krusin’ for a Kause,” which takes special-needs children and adults for a special powerboat ride, pool party and BBQ to kick off the event. Storm Charities, Desert Storm’s charity organization, partners with KICKER, Teague Custom Marine, DCB, and Graphic Ink for this specific event.

“We are honored each year to kick off our event with ‘Krusin’ for a Kause’,” promoter Christina Crane said. “Our volunteer boat drivers take these clients on an unforgettable experience on Lake Havasu, an experience that some only dream of until now.”

Desert Storm will feature a Main Street Party all day Thursday, free to the public and open 1 p.m.-9 p.m., with top-caliber boats lining Lake Havasu City’s chief drag spot.

The Poker Run will be held the next morning, and the acclaimed Shootout is scheduled for Saturday, determining who is crowned “King of the Desert,” and “Queen of the Desert” by clocking the fastest speeds on Lake Havasu. Past contenders have reached speeds topping 180 mph.

“We have an awesome new partnership with KICKER Audio who will be bringing some noise to Lake Havasu,” Crane said. “This is going to be a Desert Storm party that Havasu hasn’t seen before.”

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

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

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® will feature a booth filled with custom vehicles and big announcements in its return following a three-year absence at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Located in the LV Convention Center’s North Hall in booth 10709, KICKER will launch its 50th anniversary celebration with several jaw-dropping vehicles and a bevy of new products.

The company that manufactures KICKER products, Stillwater Designs and Audio, was founded in 1973 by Steve Irby and a partner, and Irby continues today as the president and drive behind KICKER award-winning audio gear. This year’s SEMA Show provides KICKER the opportunity to unveil new offerings like ST-Series Speakers and Bullet Tweeters, a PA line built to be as loud as possible while including KICKER’s dedication to sound quality.

This long-awaited line of KICKER SPL (sound pressure level) products makes its debut on the SEMA Show floor, installed in a highly customized 2021 Ford® Bronco that commemorates KICKER’s long-time relationship with SPL legend Team Gates and its record-setting Bronco from the early 2000s. The newer Bronco is loaded with four pair of seven-inch ST-Series midrange drivers, eight ST-Series bullet tweeters and nine SoloX® L7X 12-inch subwoofers. KICKER will also unveil nine, 3,600-watt Warhorse™ amplifiers, installed in a custom amp rack. ST-Series speakers are shipping and currently available; the other gear is expected to ship in 2023.

“KICKER is the originator of big bass,” said Drew Jones, owner of Bassahaulic Productions and designer of the Bronco’s 4th-order enclosure. “They’re going to be surprised at how good it will sound, and how long it will play. This is how systems should be installed and set up. With KICKER getting back into SPL competition, it will also help make the sport more approachable.”

A 1973 Chevy® C10 created by Hills Hot Rods and JD Glassworks will also be featured in the booth, sporting a powerful yet compact sound system not found in the truck 50 years ago on the showroom floor. A KICKER KEY® amplifier powers artfully integrated KS-Series Speakers, while a CX-Series amplifier provides signal to a single CompRT® thin 10-inch sub, all hidden behind custom mesh grilles.

Owned by offroad legend Robby Gordon, SpeedUTV® will add the limited-edition “El Jefe” UTV to the floor mix this year. This race-ready UTV is integrated with original equipment from KICKER – the new PX-Series five-channel powersports amplifier with a CompRT subwoofer and KM-Series all-weather speakers.

Expanding to its third brand in the booth, KICKER will also show its 100-watt MultiPro™ Tailgate System which can now be found as OE on the GMC® Hummer® EV. The Hummer joins the Sierra and the Canyon utilizing KICKER audio in its truck tailgates.

Full event details are available on the SEMA Show web page at www.semashow.com.

KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized retailers worldwide, and also as Original Equipment for 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.

Ford is a registered trademark, owned and used under license by Ford Motor Company. Chevy, GMC and MultiPro are registered trademarks of GM, its subsidiaries, affiliates or licensors.

STILLWATER, USA – Stress levels tend to increase when consumers seek product information from manufacturers through email, chat services or over the phone. Callers ultimately require immediate answers, and show very little patience. These unusual days, with the country in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, the KICKER® Tech Support team has seen a massive increase in the number of callers seeking quick answers.

“We’ve been averaging around 700 calls and emails per week (since the pandemic),” reported Trevis Rakey, KICKER’s technical support manager. “With so many people working on DIY projects, that number has been on the rise.”

Rakey estimates his department fields more than 50 enclosure-building requests per week. The team’s recommendations vary based on complexity and available space.

“Typically, when a customer calls for a box design, we ask them what measurements they have to work with, and what their goals are,” Rakey explained. “From there we can determine air space, port specs and outside measurements of what the enclosure needs to be built to. We use FINEBox™ enclosure design software, which is the same quality as our R&D (research and development) department.”      

When a consumer wants to work on their own project, the KICKER Tech Support team also refers customers to the useful KICKER U app. Available as a free or premium purchased version, the app provides cut sheets, subwoofer specifications, response curves, wiring diagrams, test tones and more.

KICKER’s Tech Support team fields these calls from the company’s Stillwater, Oklahoma world headquarters. Armed with more than 40 years of product specifications, box-building software, vehicle wiring information and a mountain of acoustic reference materials, KICKER’s Tech Support is among the most well-informed in the industry.

To ensure the Tech Support staff has the ability to answer any question, they maintain a non-stop product training schedule and have direct access to the very people that build the product. The department fields questions across every product line KICKER makes, and in every phase of system construction.

KICKER’s Tech Support Department is available weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. CDT at 405-624-8510, and by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For more information, consumers can visit www.kicker.com/kickeru or find the KICKER U app on their device’s app store.

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.

FINEBox is a trademark of Loudsoft, Ltd.

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® announces a booth filled with custom vehicles and celebrity appearances at the 2019 SEMA Show, November 5-8. KICKER will be located in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall, booth #11861, and will play host to three groups of prominent racers from Discovery Channel’s® “STREET OUTLAWS” hit television series.

To make KICKER’s SEMA experience even more exciting, the 46-year audio brand has packed the booth with several celebrity signings. On Tuesday from 11-12 p.m., True Fire™ airbrush artist Mike Lavallee stops by the KICKER booth to meet fans and show off his recent custom build.

On Wednesday from 1-3 p.m., the stars of “STREET OUTLAWS” and the “405” brand will be at the KICKER booth. Chuck “Death Trap” Seitsinger, Ryan “Fireball” Martin and Jeff Lutz will meet fans and sign autographs.

On Thursday, more “STREET OUTLAWS” set up, beginning with Farmtruck and AZN from 10-11 a.m., followed at 1-3 p.m. by Justin “Big Chief” Shearer, Shawn “Murder Nova” Ellington and “Daddy Dave” Comstock signing autographs and meeting showgoers.

KICKER’s hottest original equipment manufacturer (OEM) offering to date, the sound system in GMC’s® MultiPro™ Tailgate is a GM® exclusive and will be demonstrated, featuring a 100-watt amplifier, 4-inch weatherproof coaxial speakers, and Bluetooth® streaming with 3.5mm audio jack and charging USB plug.

The MultiPro Tailgate System will be shown on a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD, which will also feature KICKER’s VSS™ (Vehicle-Specific Solutions) audio system inside the truck. The VSS system is a plug-and-play kit that includes a powered subwoofer, low power-draw amplifiers with digital signal processing (DSP) and a unique sound signature, all in factory mounting locations with no modifications to the vehicle’s interior.

Returning to the KICKER booth for 2019, Goodguys® (Rod and Custom Association) Gold Award-winning shop SicChops will bring a 1951 Oldsmobile Club Coupe, dubbed “Silvia.” Wrapped in upholstery by legendary interior artist Ron Mangus, the ‘51 Olds has a full complement of KICKER’s premier Q-Class audio equipment including an L7QB8 loaded aluminum subwoofer enclosure.

Next to Silvia, Lavallee’s 1951 Mercury will be on display, also sporting a full KICKER Q-Class audio system. The “Dead Sled” will feature four 10-inch, Q-Class subs providing the bass, while four sets of Q-Class component speakers deliver the mid and high range.

Showcasing its powersports business, KICKER will also bring a 2017 Polaris® GENERAL® to the booth. Using a KICKER/SSV Works™ Phase 5 audio kit for the front stage, the GENERAL will also include a trio of KICKER TB10 tube subwoofers, four KMTC 9-inch Horn-Loaded Tower Systems, and 2,400 additional watts of KXM-Series all-weather amplification.

More than 30 elite builders throughout the show will use KICKER gear as their audio partner of choice. Classic Car Studio, RMD Garage and the Ring Brothers are among the world-class fabricators that feature KICKER audio products in their builds this year.

Full event details are available on the SEMA Show web page at www.semashow.com.

KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile and home audio aftermarket at authorized retailers worldwide, and also as Original Equipment for 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.

Discovery Channel and STREET OUTLAWS are registered trademarks of Discovery Communications LLC.

Goodguys is a registered trademark of the Goodguy Enterprises Inc.

True Fire is a trademark of Mike Lavallee Inc., dba Killer Paint.

Polaris and GENERAL are registered trademarks of Polaris Industries, Inc.

SSV Works is a trademark of SSV Works Inc.

GMC and GM are registered trademarks of GM, its subsidiaries, affiliates or licensors.  MultiPro is a trademark of GM, its subsidiaries affiliates or licensors.

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and its affiliates.

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® announces a booth filled with custom vehicles and celebrity appearances at the 2019 SEMA Show, November 5-8. KICKER will be located in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall, booth #11861, and will play host to three groups of prominent racers from Discovery Channel’s® “STREET OUTLAWS” hit television series.

To make KICKER’s SEMA experience even more exciting, the 46-year audio brand has packed the booth with several celebrity signings. On Tuesday from 11-12 p.m., True Fire™ airbrush artist Mike Lavallee stops by the KICKER booth to meet fans and show off his recent custom build.

DOW Strengthens 12-Volt Product Offering in Florida

TAMPA, Fla. (October 3, 2023) – DOW Technologies, the leading independently owned technology distributor, has expanded its partnership with KICKER as the new authorized distributor in Florida. This agreement expands DOW’s distribution of KICKER in the Southeast.

DOW currently distributes KICKER in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee. KICKER inventory will now be stocked in DOW’s Atlanta and Tampa locations for quick shipping and convenient pickup available to authorized dealers. KICKER’s products are already available for Florida dealers to order on DOW’s website.

The addition of KICKER strengthens DOW’s 12Volt audio lineup in Florida. DOW has a wide selection of speakers, subwoofers and amplifiers from well-known and sought after 12Volt brands including KICKER, Sony, Alpine, Triton, Arc Audio and more. In addition, KICKER’s product lineup provides another high-performance option for dealers in Florida’s large marine, powersports and motorcycle market.

“This is a great opportunity for us to build our relationship with DOW and get KICKER products out to their large customer base in Florida,” stated Lori Boyer, southeast regional sales manager for KICKER. “We appreciate the way DOW supports us as a partner and their strong industry presence. It will keep KICKER top of mind for dealers in Florida.”

"We are very excited to expand our partnership with KICKER in Florida," commented senior vice president Dave Elkin. “KICKER is a great brand that dealers desire, so this is a natural fit that enhances the great line of products that we offer our customers."

To learn more about DOW Technologies, please visit www.dowtechnologies.com or call 1.800.627.2900.

Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., DOW Technologies is one of the largest independently owned and operated technology distributors servicing independent retailers in the United States for 64 years. With six locations serving Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., DOW Technologies focuses on distributing products and technologies that enhance lives at home, at work and on the road.

DOW Technologies’ areas of business include:

                       • Car Audio/Video                                       • Custom Integration/Consumer Electronics

                       • Broadband                                              • Satellite & Terrestrial Television

                       • Surveillance                                             • Marine Audio and Accessories

                       • Commercial Audio/Video                          • UCaaS

KICKER Performance Audio products, a division of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.®, are available for the mobile, marine, powersports, motorcycle and home audio aftermarket at authorized dealers worldwide, and also through selected Original Equipment Manufacturers. Consumers needing more information on KICKER or Livin’ Loud® may call the Consumer Information Line at 1-800-256-5425 or visit the brand website at KICKER.com.

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® Audio is honored to announce that Elite Distributor Alliance has awarded parent company Stillwater Designs as Vendor-of-the-Year 2020 (Best Supplier-in-a-Storm). The EDA ultimately created the unique sub-headline on the award to recognize the brand’s contribution to the 12-volt industry during a tumultuous year.

“With KICKER, there was never a serious disruption of business,” said Josh Eatherly, president of the EDA. “There was an obvious go-to-market strategy in place way before the pandemic, to have enough product (and a) sale-able price, and it carried through. We wanted to recognize that this was a significant event that happened. This was a supplier that went above and beyond.”

The EDA consists of 11 partner distributors, servicing mobile-audio retailers across the country. Its stated mission is to “collectively seek to improve the business of EDA distributors, vendors and retailers by striving to create a more organized and predictable business environment,” per its website. KICKER is among 11 mobile-electronics manufacturers that work with the EDA.

“We have continually heard that KICKER is doing an outstanding job of supplying product through this challenging time, and this award confirmed that,” said KICKER President and founder Steve Irby, who attended the award ceremony. “We were also honored to hear that several dealers had told their distributors that KICKER literally kept them in business through this difficult time.”

Irby also acknowledged KICKER’s West-Coast warehouse as being instrumental in allocating product into the supply chain.

For more information about the EDA, consumers can log into www.elitedistributoralliance.com on the Internet.

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, Okla. – This weekend, Stillwater Designs®, the maker of KICKER® mobile-audio products, is proud to recognize the selection of Rob Limbaugh for induction into the Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) inaugural class of the Mobile Electronics Industry Hall of Fame, honoring individuals whose contributions have profoundly shaped the industry. Selected by a distinguished nomination committee, including executive leadership from the Mobile Electronics Association, this first class is dedicated in memoriam of the manufacturing sector.

Rob Limbaugh, who passed away in December of 2021, was an 18-year KICKER employee and longtime industry veteran, first serving as National Sales Director at Stillwater Designs before ultimately ascending to Director of Business Development and Vice President. Limbaugh started his audio career in 1975 at Pacific Stereo in Fresno, Calif., and his passion for audio led him to become Vice President at Linear Power for six years. After that he led Polk Audio’s car-audio division for more than a decade before joining KICKER’s sales team.

"These visionary leaders have left an indelible mark on the mobile electronics industry," said Chris Cook, President of the Mobile Electronics Association. "Their innovations, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication have shaped the landscape of our industry and continue to inspire future generations."

Family and friends of the esteemed inductees will accept the Hall of Fame awards on their behalf at a special ceremony on Saturday September 21 during MEA KnowledgeFest at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas.

MEA Chairman Tony Frangiosa emphasized, "MEA members attending KnowledgeFest are invited to join us and witness the accomplishments of these industry icons who paved the way."

More information about the Mobile Electronics Industry Hall of Fame and the inductees can be found at meindustryawards.com.

Along with Rob Limbaugh, the other Class of 2024 inductees are:

• Jim Fosgate (Rockford Fosgate)       Larry Frederick (Cicada Audio)
• Reese Haggott (Alpine)                      Loyd Ivey (Mitek)
• Tom Malone (Voxx)                             Kevan Morris (Pioneer)
• Clyde Podraza (Dual)                         Michael Somma (Metra)

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, X.com/kickeraudio, Instagram.com/kickeraudio, or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio, and use the hashtags #kickeraudio and #livinloud.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stillwater Designs, manufacturer of KICKER products, recently awarded Gem-Sen as International Distributor-of-the-Year representing the Americas, for its outstanding record in sales and customer service. Stillwater Designs recognizes its best distributors from around the world annually for their hard work and dedication.

“They consistently go above and beyond just supplying product,” said Bart Deal, KICKER Director of International Sales. “They help the Canadian retailers market and promote to better serve the consumer.”

Gem-Sen, located in Concord, Ontario, has been going above and beyond for more than 10 years, creating a better overall experience for the consumer, according to Stillwater Designs.

Stillwater Designs recognizes each member of the Gem-Sen crew (Dave Singh, Melissa Mastrogiacomo, Mike Danbrook and Mike O’Connor) as a shining example of marketing prowess, and KICKER is grateful to Gem-Sen and its continuing dedication to the brand’s slogan and motto, “Livin’ Loud.”  

Consumers needing 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 or Pinterest.com/kickeraudio.

STILLWATER, USA – Exclusive to the all-new 2019 GMC® Sierra™, the industry-first MultiPro™ Tailgate made with KICKER® Performance Audio provides the perfect vibe for the party or job site. Designed to turn on and off automatically when the gate is raised or lowered, this independent 100-watt, exterior audio system comes with a pair of weatherproof speakers and compact amp, a charging USB port, a 3.5mm audio jack and full Bluetooth® compatibility. KICKER Audio is the newest addition to GMC’s six-way MultiPro tailgate created to make loading, unloading and accessing the cargo box easier.

The GMC MultiPro Tailgate System featuring KICKER Audio will be unveiled to the 2018 SEMA Show viewing audience Tuesday, October 30, at 11 a.m. in the KICKER Audio booth (number 11861), located in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s North Hall. For the Show’s entirety, the tailgate and exclusive audio system will be a working part of KICKER’s 2019 Sierra demo vehicle in the brand’s booth.

“KICKER is excited to bring this dynamic, exterior-listening audio system to GMC trucks and consumers,” said Joe Gross, KICKER Automotive OEM Director of Sales. “We feel it will completely change the way a consumer will make use of the truck bed and tailgate.”

Available on all-new GMC Sierra SLT, AT4 and Denali, the new audio version of the MultiPro Tailgate System connects to personal devices via Bluetooth, playing through two, 4-inch weatherproof coaxial drivers independent from the interior audio system to bring the music outside and around the truck. It is a low-current-draw system made to play outside for hours.

The system is rugged and ready for any weather, heavily field-tested and proven to withstand the elements. Consumers can expect a tough tailgate with full structural integrity for regular truck use, including the ability to accept OEM-certified light kits. The weather-worthy electronics inside are further protected by a long-lasting ABS custom baffle that is fully gasketed to prevent seeping moisture or dirt. The integrated T-harness, connectors and plugs are completely weather-resistant to further protect the system.

Additionally, a tilt switch is implemented into the system, allowing for the tailgate’s audio power to automatically stop when it is in a closed position so the listener doesn’t have to worry with on/off buttons or battery issues.

The one-amp USB port will charge a phone, and it will also accept and play any audio from a USB memory stick.

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

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STILLWATER, USA – KICKER® is thrilled to announce the KEY180.4 Smart Amplifier was honored twice at the 2018 SEMA Show, both as a SEMA New Product Showcase finalist and with a SEMA Global Media Award.

“It shows your engineering and ingenuity. The New Product Showcase is a tremendous honor,” said Bill Miller, SEMA’s Senior VP of Operations. KICKER was announced as a finalist in the “Best New Mobile Electronics Product” category.

“We have over 3,000 products entered as part of our Showcase,” Miller explained about the rigorous process SEMA uses to choose the Showcase honorees. “We have a group of 27 retailers who judge the products in a variety of categories.”

In addition, the Global Media Awards are presented by industry news writers from all over the world, with journalists choosing the most impactful new products based on their industry experience. Editor of Canada’s Performance Auto and Sound magazine Micky Slinger chose the KEY amp.

“I read Garry Springgay’s review (in PAS) and was amazed by the technology, especially with AI (artificial intelligence) assist,” said Slinger referring to the October article. “You install it, and it tunes the whole audio system. That’s really, really cool. It’s intuitive, and something I can see it being easy for the user – especially for our readers. It’s very innovative, and it’s going to elevate the ease of use for people that see audio as something too technical for them. When I saw it in the display, there was no way I could pass it without awarding it.”

The revolutionary 4-channel, 180-watt amplifier uses proprietary AI to automatically increase the realism, clarity and volume of nearly any audio system with the press of a button. The KEY works with even the most modern factory or aftermarket audio systems, including those equipped with start/stop technology.

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

KICKER recently announced its Founders Award recipients, Reps-of-the-Year, and Rep Firms-of-the-Year for 2015.

KICKER presents its Founders Award to distribution firms in appreciation of their long, productive partnerships with the company. This year KICKER President Steve Irby presented the awards to long-time reps Tom Ebeling of the sales firm Tree and Associates (Chicago, Ill.), Gerry Overweser of Weser Sales (Salinas, Calif.), Kevin and Scott Reil of Reil and Associates (Denver, Colo.), and Ron Holtzman of Tech Marketing (Roswell, Ga.).

KICKER also presented regional Rep Firm-of-the-Year awards to Reil and Associates in the Central Region, Opus Marketing (Bel Air, Md.) in the Eastern Region, Dynamic Sales (Port Richey, Fla.) in the South-Central Region, and Murfco (Murrieta, Calif.) in the Western Region. All four firms showed significant growth and excellence in customer service over the course of 2015.

In addition to the firm awards, KICKER recognizes outstanding regional sales reps. These honorees represent excellence in customer service, responsiveness to KICKER as well as to their clients, and an outstanding overall attitude.  The winners were Steve Abbott of Santa Fe Distributing (Lenexa, Kan.) in the Central Region, Matt Gonzalez of Trent Partners and Associates (New York, N.Y.) in the Eastern Region, Dennis Montgomery of Tech Marketing in the South-Central Region, and Randy Bowen of Murfco in the Western Region.

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.

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

STILLWATER, USA – KICKER^® Performance Audio has developed the QS-Series Coaxial Speakers. The two models of 6.75- and 6x9-inch point-source drivers, retailing at $549.95 each, will be available exclusively at authorized KICKER Q-Class Dealers by late first-quarter.

QS-Series Coaxials are the latest addition to the elite Q-Class product line – KICKER’s premier mobile-audio line. These bi-amp-capable drivers feature a dynamic tweeter and cone design for superior frequency response, while an 18dB/octave crossover network and neodymium tweeter magnets help to ensure outstanding overall sound quality.

The QSC’s point-source design incorporates 25mm Teteron^® silk-dome tweeters, each placed in the center of the voice coil, along with a custom waveguide for near-perfect phase alignment and impeccable sonic clarity. The QSC’s curvilinear, polypropylene woofers are impregnated with carbon fiber which creates a solid, yet lightweight material that is extremely stable and responsive. An MBR rubber surround provides superior damping characteristics, and is complemented by KICKER’s signature blue double surround stitching.

A high-quality, 18dB/octave crossover with built-in tweeter protection ensures only the ideal frequencies reach the Teteron domes for next-level sonic accuracy. Designed for easy installation and excellent sound quality, QSC crossovers are optimized for size and bi-amplification capability. Utilizing Mylar^® capacitors, high-powered resistors and audiophile-grade air-core inductors, they assist in producing unprecedented sound quality.

The 6.75- and 6x9-inch speakers fit a host of vehicles without modification, and include adapter rings to fit several more. The rings are designed to create a seamless factory fit in select model years of hard-to-fit cars and pickup trucks.

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 QS-Series Coaxial Speakers Specifications

Model                                                               QSC67                QSC69                             

Woofer (in, mm)                                              6-3/4, 165            6x9, 160x230                   

Tweeter (in, mm)                                              1, 25                    1, 25                                 

Impedance (Ohms)                                         4                          4                       

Rec Amplifier Power (Watts RMS)                 100                      100                   

Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m)                                    86                        88     

Frequency Response (Hz)                             40-20k                 30-20k

Mounting Hole Diameter (in, mm)                  5-9/16, 141          4-13/16 x 8-5/8, 121.9 x 219           

Mounting Depth (in, mm)                               2-9/16, 64.9         3, 76.2

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 – KICKER® returns to MEA KnowledgeFest at the Dallas Convention Center, from August 26-28. Forty of the world’s largest 12-volt manufacturers will attend the event, with KICKER’s booth located next to the DCC’s main entrance. It will be KICKER’s fourth and final trek to the MEA event in 2022.

Featured in the Dallas booth will be KICKER’s FIAT® 500 Sport, equipped with the expanded KEY® line of all-in-one amplifier/processors. KEY smart amps automatically apply time alignment, detect speaker sizes, adjust gain, and apply a 40-band EQ and 24dB crossovers in a matter of seconds. This KEY200.4 smart amp powers a KS-Series Dual-Pod Component System, mounted to the A-pillars on a secure ball-joint system.

The FIAT also contains the KICKER Quad Box, powered by a 2400-watt amplifier. This monstrous 4 x 12-inch enclosure that houses Solo-Baric® L7R™ square subwoofers is made with heavy, birch-veneer plywood with thick internal bracing.

The KICKER Tech Force will host two one-hour trainings during the show. The classes will help installers quickly determine what equipment is needed to integrate aftermarket audio equipment into a factory sound system using KICKER’s FIT™ (Fail-safe Integration Tech) and KEY technologies. To illustrate the importance of playing high-quality audio, Tech Force will also have a live demonstration of musical compression and different file types. The first class is Saturday at 4:15 p.m., and then Sunday at 9:30 a.m., both in Room C140.

For more details, readers can visit www.knowledgefest.org.

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.

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The KICKER Country Stampede Music Festival has again filled its roster with award winners, chart toppers, and music legends to entertain the nearly 170,000 fans that attend the four-day event. This will be the third consecutive year KICKER has sponsored the country-music and camping festival that rocks Tuttle Creek State Park and Manhattan, Kan., June 25-28.

KICKER is the title sponsor of the festival, and just as in previous years, the performers will be presented with a collection of KICKER products during the show to fill their tour buses with great sound. The artists will receive their giveaways in front of everyone on the massive Starscreen, displaying to the crowd at five times larger than life.

“This event is a great way to have some of our sales reps and dealers observe and connect with music-loving consumers,” said Kevin Campbell, KICKER Director of Global Marketing. “If they aren’t already, these are our future customers.”

The KICKER XRV (Xtreme Recreational Vehicle) tractor-trailer will be in attendance, fully loaded with product, vehicles and prizes to give away to lucky concert-goers. The XRV will also be engaging music fans with its unrelenting “Boom Room” filled with subwoofers that will knock them off their feet.

Blake Shelton, winner of the CMA’s Male Vocalist-of-the-Year and coach on TV’s “The Voice,” will be headlining Saturday night following a performance by country powerhouse Sara Evans, who is touring for her new album Slow Me Down. Mega-star country duo Florida Georgia Line will bring its creative musical blend to headline on Friday night. Returning to the Stampede will be rising-star Thomas Rhett, who has performed two straight years at the festival. Travis Tritt is no stranger to the stage and is a welcomed addition to round out an already impressive lineup.

For more information on the KICKER Country Stampede, fans can follow KICKER at facebook.com/kickeraudio, twitter.com/kickeraudio, or Instagram.com/kickeraudio. They can also visit countrystampede.com.

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