Chino, California is the place to be this weekend for anyone serious about car audio. Stinger and AudioControl are co-hosting the 2026 West Coast Finals at Stinger's West Coast Headquarters — 7166 Bickmore Ave — on September 12 and 13, running 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The event is organized by International Car Audiophiles and is free to attend for spectators.
Two Regional Finals Under One Roof
This weekend doubles as the fifth annual EMMA USA West Coast Regional Finals and the third annual MASQ West Coast Regional Finals, both hosted by Papasin Sound. Competitors from across the region will be running their builds through two full days of judging, making this one of the more significant competitive car audio weekends on the West Coast calendar this year.
Beyond the competition vehicles, the event features factory demo vehicles from both Stinger and AudioControl, product displays, and food and beverage trucks on site. If you've never attended a competitive car audio event, this is a solid entry point — the range of builds and sound quality on display is genuinely impressive.
What AudioControl's Gary Bell Had to Say
Gary Bell, Director of Audio for AudioControl, framed the event well: "Stinger and AudioControl are proud to support an event that represents everything we love about this industry: passion, craftsmanship, and great sound. AudioControl has been part of car audio competitions from the beginning, and it's inspiring to see competitors, enthusiasts, and events like this bringing new energy back to the scene. We're excited to welcome everyone to Chino this weekend to hear some of the best sounding vehicles in the country."
Hard to argue with that. Competition-level car audio is where the technology gets pushed furthest and the craftsmanship is on full display. Events like this are what keep the culture alive.
Event Details
Date: Saturday and Sunday, September 12–13, 2026
Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. both days
Location: Stinger West Coast Headquarters — 7166 Bickmore Ave, Chino, CA
Admission: Free for spectators
If you're in the Southern California area this weekend, it's worth the drive.