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Genesis Car Audio Closes Doors
Genesis was founded in 1991 with the mission to create the world's finest automotive audio systems.
- Aug 27, 2010
Clarion and Nokia Technology Partnership
Clarion has teamed up with Nokia to develop a new infotainment system which will work seamlessly with smartphones.
- Aug 26, 2010
Phoenix Gold Back in Australia
Stinger Australia are pleased to announce official distribution rights to the Phoenix Gold brand in Australia.
- Aug 23, 2010
The VIC 2010 Finale a Great Success!
After a huge year for MEASQ in Victoria this year, the final round at Strathfield Hoppers Crossing was the perfect event to wrap the 2010 season up.
- Aug 23, 2010
Up to 50% Off Alpine!
For 2 days only, Phatt Audio Concepts will be offering Alpine products for sale at Melbourne Autosalon - at up to 50% off the RRP.
- Aug 19, 2010
Strathfield 1 Day Sale @ MEA Sound Off
This Saturday only at Strathfield Hoppers Crossing come down and check out the crazy car audio cars, and pick up a bargain during the one day sale.
- Aug 16, 2010
Alpine Latest Generation Navigation with Live Traffic
Alpine Premium Navigation with Suna Live Traffic gets you there. Read more to find out how you can take advantage of this latest technology.
- Aug 12, 2010
Sneak Preview - Orion ‘PLAYLO’ Hilux Mini Truck
Check out our Sneak Preview behind the scenes footage from the MEA Photoshoot.
- Aug 02, 2010
Massive Strathfield Mentone 3 Day Sale
Strathfield Mentone is holding a HUGE 3 Day Sale Friday 30th July - August 1st.
- Jul 26, 2010
Auto Salon Perth Fires Up
After a brief absence the Car Show of Australia has returned, with Autosalon Perth this weekend.
- Jul 23, 2010
National Face of Orion Competition WInner Announced
Orion Car Audio continues it's success as a brand in Australia, with the recent competition for a lucky winner to be "The Face of Orion" winner announced.
- Jul 22, 2010
MEA’s Specialist Retailer Partner Program Welcomes Ang’s Audio Shop
MEA's Specialist Retailer Partner Program expands into South Australia with the welcome addition of Ang's Audio Shop to the network.
- Jul 19, 2010
HiTV HD4000 Digital Panel Head Unit
HiTV are a relatively new player to the Australian market when compared to the mainstream brands, however some feature packed products and solutions are becoming popular with specialist around the country.
- Jul 19, 2010
Pioneer DEX-P99RS Audiophile CD Tuner
High end CD Tuners catering for the needs of competition and discerning audiophiles are becoming somewhat of a rarity, however Pioneer's latest flagship is certainly a worthy contender.
- Jul 19, 2010
Real Time Traffic Updates for Alpine Navigation
Intelematics Australia today announced that real-time traffic updates will be available as standard on the new range of Alpine in-vehicle navigation systems in Australia, scheduled to launch this month.
- Jul 15, 2010
Northfield Car Sound Joins MEA Specialist Retailer Network
QLD based specialist retailers join the MEA Specialist Retailer Partner Program
- Jul 13, 2010
Memphis Car Audio Has Landed!
Memphis Car Audio is no stranger to car audio, having been in the car audio game for over 40 years. Now though, Memphis Car Audio has landed in Australia!
- Jul 07, 2010
Massive Strathfield Ballarat 3 Day Sale!
Strathfield Ballarat is holding a massive three day-sale starting 1st July.
- Jun 28, 2010
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Fusion Reinvents 4WD and Rugged Audio Entertainment
Fusion's new MS-RA200 super-compact water and dust resistant audio delivers powerful, clear and dynamic sound with amazingly simple controls.
- Jun 24, 2010
Audi Q7 Car Audio Concept
A sound concept for the future? Audi Q7 concept car with 62 speakers, 1 amplifier and hundreds of meteres of cable!
- Jun 17, 2010
Directed Electronic Australia Launches ‘GRIDTRAQ’
Directed Electronics Australia this week launched an innovative Vehicle & Fleet Management and Tracking system.
- Jun 10, 2010
Alpine PDX Audiophile Series Amplifiers
This years amplifier line up from Alpine features an all-new PDX amplifier series for consumers who want audiophile-grade sound quality and power output in a compact package.
- Jun 08, 2010
Orion Model Search 2010
Ladies, Listen Up! Gentlemen Tell Your Girlfriends! Orion Car Audio wants to make you famous!
- Jun 08, 2010
Artist Recommendation - Def Manic
MEA chats with Def Manic, a young up and coming rapper from Sydney.
- Jun 05, 2010
Check Out a Competition Near You!
There's never been a better time to be into car audio competition. Whether you are into sound quality, or SPL, MEASQ and dB Drag Racing events are happening around the country.
- Jun 04, 2010
Pioneer Electronics Relocates Australian Office
Pioneer Electronics has successfully relocated its Australian Head Office from the Victorian suburb of Braeside to Heatherton.
- May 28, 2010
Win a FREE 12 Month Subscription
With the rebirth of one of the most prestige brands in car audio history, Phoenix Gold are giving away 50 subscriptions to Performance Auto & Sound Magazine.
- May 20, 2010
MEASQ Kick Started in QLD
Round 2 of the QLD Series of MEASQ Sound Quality Competition was a roaring success, showing SQ competition is still alive and well in QLD.
- May 11, 2010
Holmesglen Institute Car Audio Course
If you've ever considered a career in the Mobile Electronics industry, Holmesglen's Cert.II in Automotive Electrical Technology could be just this ticket for you!
- May 07, 2010
Fishman’s Fish Edition VIP Lounge
Fishman is at it again with the reveal of his Fish Edition VIP Lounge.
- May 05, 2010
GPS Technology for Congestion Tax
We here at MEA don't get too caught up in politics and legislation, after all it's all about the music, right?
- May 05, 2010
Viper SmartStart - High Tech Car Security
Viper is at the forefront of technology when it comes to car security. Their latest reolutionary offering, dubbed SmartStart continues this trend.
- May 01, 2010
Will The Apple iPad Replace Car Stereo’s?
Scosche Industries release their prototype iPad Car Kit for public comment.
- May 01, 2010
Phatt Audio Concepts Joins MEA Specialist Partner Program
Phatt Audio Concepts have been long regarded as one of Victoria's greatest assets when it comes to custom solutions for incar audio and visual.
- Apr 30, 2010
MEA’s Specialist Retailer Partner Program Welcomes Frankston Car Audio
MEA's Specialist Retailer Partner Program has been designed to recognise and support those specialists offering expert advice, service, knowledge and workmanship around Australia.
- Apr 27, 2010
New Pioneer Media Centre Receivers Connect to Just About Anything!
The year 2010 will see the introduction of a new, growing category in the car audio industry, commonly referred to as ‘Mechless headunits’, or as Pioneer will be sub-branding, Media Centre Receivers.
- Apr 27, 2010
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Can Car Audio Competitions Help Your Business?
A common misconception is that sound offs are no longer a viable forum to help reinvigorate our industry. Greg Ritter explains just why the opposite is in fact the case.
- Apr 22, 2010
Yet Another iPad Car Installation
Here's a video of yet another iPad dash installation from David 'Fishman' Rivera in California.
- Apr 21, 2010
Digital Radio (DAB+) In-Car Now a Reality
MEA takes a look at perhaps the first DAB+ CD Tuner on the Australian market.
- Apr 19, 2010
Rockford Fosgate Gets Personal with Punch Plugs
Rockford Fosgate introduces PUNCH PLUGS In-Ear Monitors that takes legendary Rockford Fosgate PUNCH sonic signature and puts it right in your ears.
- Apr 13, 2010
JVC Launches Stylish KW-AVX836
JVC announces the launch of its new double-DIN multimedia entertainment centre, the KW-AVX836.
- Apr 12, 2010
New XD Amplifiers from JL Audio
JL Audio continue their development to create a new benchmark.
- Apr 09, 2010
iPad Finds It’s Way Into a Vehicle
SoundMan Car Audio in California were quick to jump on giving the Apple iPad vehicle duty!
- Apr 07, 2010
200dB Tuk Tuk!
Some audio enthusiasts take their hobby very seriously, and this Thailand audio fan's TukTuk is no exception!
- Apr 07, 2010
Alpine Australia Website Update
Alpine Australia have given their website a make-over, with some cool new features and plenty of eye candy!
- Apr 07, 2010
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Aussie Invention May Prevent GPS Thefts
Had your GPS stolen from your car? It's time to end the rising number of GPS thefts.
- Mar 29, 2010
JBL MS-8 Automotive Signal Processor
JBL's latest signal processor is creating a stir amongst car audio enthusiasts. Will it live up to the hype?
- Mar 25, 2010
Spring Break Nationals the new CES?
Traditionally the International Consumer Electronics Show was the event for car audio manufacturers to showcase their new range, but are we now starting to see a shift toward Spring Break Nationals?
- Mar 08, 2010
Australian Skills Workshop
Bryan Schmitt of Mobile Solutions spent a week in Australia with the staff of autObarn.
- Mar 08, 2010
Phoenix Gold Reborn
Two decades ago, a legend was born. Now the brand stands poised to retake its rightful place in the industry with a bold, exciting new line worthy of both the name and the legendary reputation.
- Feb 02, 2010
Digital Killed The Radio Star ... or did it?
So just what is Digital Radio and what do I need to know?
- Jan 21, 2010