KICKER Refreshes CXA Amplifiers and Adds PXA1250.1 at SEMA 2026
KICKER’s SEMA 2026 amplifier announcements include six refreshed CXA models and the IP66/IP67-rated PXA1250.1 mono amplifier.
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12V Industry Updates – Tagged "car audio"
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Eight Iconic Subwoofers That Still Divide Car Audio Fans
The original Stroker, HCCA, round Solo-Baric, Thunder 9500, SPG555, LVS, 13W7 and Power DVC took very different routes to serious bass. Which one deserves the top spot?
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Bass Boost Is Not Free Power: Paul Explains the Knob People Get Wrong
A plain-English conversation about what bass boost actually changes, why it can make a clean system distort, and when a small amount can be useful.
Paul Galanos |
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Radio Still Leads In-Car Listening Among EV Users, Edison Reports
Edison compares in-car audio habits among EV users and the overall population. Radio remains the leading platform, while streaming takes a larger EV share.
Paul Galanos |
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DS18 Survey Points to Clearer Sound and Speaker-First Upgrades
DS18’s company-sponsored survey explores upgrade priorities. We look at its findings alongside the limits of the unweighted sample.
Paul Galanos |
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Modus Updates Its Audio Roadmap: AIM Receivers Available, Apex Planned for 2027
Modus separates what it says is available now from the amplifier and speaker products still on its roadmap.
Paul Galanos |
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Metra Introduces Sound Stage and a New Bass-Upgrade Path
Metra’s October 28 announcement brings Sound Stage branding and a separate bass-focused package. Here is how the two upgrade paths differ.
Paul Galanos |
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JBL’s SEMA 2026 Preview: RALLYBAR Gen 2 and Compact Bass
JBL’s latest SEMA preview gives recreational-vehicle and compact-bass shoppers a watchlist—not a reason to skip fitment planning.
Paul Galanos |
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AudioControl EPIC X5 at SEMA 2026: Its First 15-Inch Subwoofer
AudioControl’s EPIC X5 preview includes its first 15-inch subwoofer. Here is what is announced, what remains unknown and what to ask before planning a system.
Paul Galanos |
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HELIX NEXT DSP ULTRA XT: Inputs, Virtual Channels and Outputs
A practical signal-path guide to the HELIX NEXT DSP ULTRA XT: separate input connections, virtual processing, line outputs and subwoofer-control routing.
Paul Galanos |
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MTX at SEMA 2026: TL-8.8DSP Demo and Installer Questions
MTX’s SEMA 2026 plans put signal processing inside the demo vehicle. Here are the differences between the featured processors and practical questions for installers.
Paul Galanos |
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Audi Native Spotify App: What Changes for In-Car Listening
Audi’s native Spotify app adds built-in listening in supported newer models. Understand vehicle eligibility, connectivity and the difference from Android Auto.
Paul Galanos |
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SEMA Live 2026 Schedule: A Viewing Plan for Installers
SEMA Live runs November 3–6. Here are the Central-time viewing hours and a practical way to turn show coverage into useful installation questions.
Paul Galanos |
