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a while since we featured a Supra on the front cover of PASMAG, so we figured we would make it up to you guys with a double dose. This issue covers the Toyota Supra in all its glory, from the early generations all the way to the newest Supra powered by BMW. This issue is packed front to back with the latest and greatest aftermarket products, cool builds, and everything in between. Not only did we dedicate this PASMAG issue to the iconic Supra, but we also rolled our Mobile Electronics issue in as well! Starting off with some Builds to Follow and Hot New Products, we’ve got all the inspiration you’ll need to take your builds to the next level in the coming year. We also get up close and personal with full length features on two very unique Supras, one a Mk4, and the other a Mk5. If you’re in the market for audio upgrades, or cool automotive gadgets, be sure to check out the Mobile Electronics Buyer’s Guide in the latter half of the book, where we have gathered all sorts of electronics and toys for the audiophiles in the audience. We also have some MECA builds to follow which should hit your switches. As always, thanks for reading. We hope you enjoy this magazine as much as we enjoyed putting it together.

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Easily upgrade your Mk4 Supra’s OEM hardware with the Dress Up Bolts Titanium Hardware Engine Bay Kit. The kit is specifically designed to replace the visible hardware around the engine bay. The 43-piece kit includes bolts, nuts, and washers manufactured from extremely durable, anticorrosive, and lightweight GR5 titanium metal. This kit comes with detailed installation instructions to make finding and replacing the hardware in the bay as quick and easy as possible.

Dress Up Bolts titanium hardware kit for the 1JZ-GTE and 2JZ-GTE valve covers looks great and delivers a durable replacement option to prevent bolt/nut failure and ugly rust or corrosion. Additionally, this hardware is finished using a PVD coloring process that outperforms the rigidity of traditional anodizing. This kit includes 8 titanium hardware pieces to replace the visible bolts on the outer sides of the valve covers.

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Stage 2 Titanium Hardware Engine Bay Kit for 2015-2021 Subaru WRX/STI $434.99 | DressUpBolts.com

This is the ultimate hardware replacement kit for the Subaru WRX/STI (VA) models! The most notable addition to this kit is that Dress Up Bolts uses their widebody mounting system to replace the plastic clips in the engine bay with hardware. No more broken plastic pieces falling down in your engine bay!

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This SFI approved clutch kit features a cover designed to achieve approximately 40% higher clamp load than OE part, an electro galvanized stamped cover with anti-burst ductile iron pressure plate, and a hardened high clamp load diaphragm for increased durability and power capacity without sacrificing daily drivability. A special designed cover assembly eliminates cover deflection. The clutch utilizes cerametallic friction material for better heat capacity and durability. Superior clutch disc design incorporates lowinertia, high heat resistance, and excellent burst-strength. A sprung center hub reduces impact and shock loads transmitted through the drivetrain.

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Upgrade your lights to any color by simply replacing the factory DRL circuit board with the Oracle ColorSHIFT circuit board. You can set the lights to be one single color or use a ColorSHIFT controller to program color patterns and themes, then simply switch the lights back to white for legal on-road use. Installation is simple and does not require disassembling or cutting the headlights. The RGB+A kit includes turn signal functionality so the DRL maintains an amber flasher feature for the turn signal.

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Features segmented or full faced pure Kevlar disc with steel backing. This lining features excellent drivability like the stage 1, but offers slightly longer life and higher torque capacity. The hub is double sprung with spring cover relieves for flexibility and heat treated components for strength and durability. Best for street, drag, pulling, and autocross.

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Make the most out of every drive with the Sailun Atrezzo ZSR, a proven all-season ultra high performance tire featuring impressive grip in both wet and dry road conditions. Expertly engineered with an advanced rubber compound and asymmetrical tread design, the Atrezzo ZSR rises to the challenge. Experience exceptional performance for much less than you expect with the Sailun Atrezzo ZSR and all-new Atrezzo ZSR Run Flat.

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SPC’s forged aluminum link will provide -2 to +3 degrees of camber adjustment, reduced weight versus the OE arm, and exceed its strength. SPC's adjustable arm features high rate rubber bushings to maintain OE noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), and has a 1.5-inch hexed eccentric insert at the knuckle end of the arm to easily adjust camber without removing the tire. All hardware is included and features hex chromate free finish for rust free long life.

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upra” - One of the most instantly recognizable monikers in all of automotive history, especially among sport compact tuning enthusiasts. While most mentions of the Supra pertained to the ever-iconic Mk4 version before the Mk5 was introduced in 2019, the famous Toyota’s history runs deep in the archives of Japanese sports cars. As the successor to the 2000GT, the Supra keeps its inline-6 engine layout throughout its two separate lifespans, even before the potent JZ engine was introduced.

Mk1 First Generation (A40 / A50) 1978 - 1981 1981 Toyota Supra

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ENGINES: • Toyota M-EU 2.0L I6 JAPAN ONLY

• Toyota 4M-E 2.6L I6 • Toyota 5M-E 2.8L I6 ▸ Originally sold as a “Celica XX” in Japan. ▸ Essentially a Toyota Celica of the era with an elongated front to fit the inline-6 in the engine bay. ▸ First exported outside Japan in 1979. ▸ Introduced the world’s first navigation computer in 1981.

1983 Toyota Supra

1985 Toyota Supra

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Second Generation (A60) 1981 - 1985

ENGINES: • Toyota 5M-GE / 5M-GEU 2.8L I6 • Toyota 5M-E / 5M-GE / 5M-GEU 2.8L I6 • Toyota M-TEU 2.0L Turbocharged I6 • Toyota 1G-EU / 1G-GEU 2.0L I6 JAPAN ONLY

▸ A complete redesign of the “Celica Supra” which took place midway through 1981. ▸ While still the “Celica XX” in Japan, the North American market version adopted the moniker “Celica Supra.” ▸ North American versions came as either P-Type (Performance Type) or L-Type (Luxury Type). Differences in tires, wheel sizes, and body trim separated the two types. The P-Type boasted fiberglass fender flares. All had pop-up headlights. Hell yes. ▸ First introduction of a turbocharger to the platform. ▸ Canadian versions, and some rare American versions, featured a digital instrument cluster, a first for the brand. ▸ Facelifts in 1984 (wraparound turn signals, optional rear wings and louvers, new tail lights, two-tone paint schemes), as well as in 1985 (integrated sunshade and hatch spoiler, two-piece spoiler instead of one-piece)

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Anthony De Guzman's 1993 Toyota Supra

ENGINES: • Toyota 2JZ-GE 3.0L I6 • Toyota 2JZ-GTE 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged I6 • Toyota 2JZ-GTE VVT-i 3.0L TwinTurbocharged I6

1987 Toyota Supra

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German Sanchez and Wayne Raquen's 1995 Toyota Supra

Mk3 Third Generation (A70) 1986 - 1993 ENGINES: • Toyota 7M-GE 3.0L I6 • Toyota 7M-GTE 3.0L Turbocharged I6 • Toyota 1G-GEU 2.0L I6 JAPAN ONLY

• Toyota 1G-GTE 2.0L TwinTurbocharged I6 JAPAN ONLY

• Toyota 1JZ-GTE 2.5L Twin-Turbocharged I6

1989 Toyota Supra

Manabu "Max" Orido's JZA80 Toyota Supra

▸ This is what you’re all here for, right? ▸ The overall potential of the 1JZ, combined with the brand’s serious emphasis on producing a high-performance car, led Toyota to develop that idea further, giving birth to the 2JZ-GE and 2JZ-GTE engines, and the Mk4 Supra one of the most iconic Japanese sports cars to this day. ▸ Weight reduction measures were taken, such as the aluminum components like the hood and targa top (when equipped), hollow carpet fibers, plastic gas tank, single-pipe exhaust, and a lighter rear spoiler. ▸ Despite offering several more modern features compared to its predecessors, the Mk4 Supra tipped the scales 200 lbs less than the Mk3. ▸ In 1996, Turbo models in the United States were only available with automatic transmissions and targa tops. ▸ In 1997, a minor redesign also saw the return of the manual transmission. ▸ VVT-i versions of the 2JZ-GE and GTE were introduced for the 1998, with the turbo VVT-i models being Japan only. ▸ Production stopped in 2002, beginning a 17-year hiatus from the Supra moniker for Toyota

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▸ As the Celica transitioned to a front-wheel drive vehicle, bonds between the Celica and Supra monikers were finally cut in 1986. The Supra stood alone as its own entity, more closely related to the mechanical makeup of the Soarer than the Celica. ▸ The Supra Turbo was introduced in 1987, making 231 horsepower from the 7M-GTE engine. This model featured a factory oil cooler, an integrated rear spoiler, and a limited slip differential. ▸ Japanese models (JZA70) were powered by the 1JZ-GTE - the beginning of the JZ engine legacy.

Fifth Generation (J29 / ”A90”) 2019-Present

ENGINES: • BMW B48B20 2.0L Turbocharged I4 • BMW B58B30 3.0L Turbocharged I6

▸ Collaborative project between Toyota and BMW, featuring a shared chassis and several components with the BMW Z4. Most notably, the BMW engine. ▸ While Toyota used the “A90” code for promotional purposes, a reference to the A40-A80 model codes of previous generations, the Mk5 Supra uses BMW naming conventions, and the official code for the platform is J29. ▸ A 2.0L Turbocharged I4 engine which was available in Japan from the beginning of production was introduced to international models in 2020. ▸ So far, the Mk5 Supra is exclusively available with a ZF 8HP 8-speed automatic transmission.

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1993 TOYOTA SUPRA TURBO Photography By Josh Stubstad

LOCATION › NORTH LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA HORSEPOWER › 700 WHP CLUB › TEAM HYBRID  ENGINE: Garrett GT4094R turbo 1.06 A/R + GSC Power Division S1 269 cams + ID 1000cc injectors + ARP head studs + BC metal head gasket + Beehive titanium valve spring kit + GReddy 4-row FMIC + Custom intake manifold + 102mm throttle body + Custom piping + Aeromotive FPR + Power House Racing (cam gears, billet valve covers/coil cover, power steering reservoir, pulley set, upper radiator hose, radiator brackets, breather tank, oil catch can, fuel rail) + Mishimoto radiator w/ electric fan kit conversion + Upgraded valve train + Walbro 450 fuel pump + A’PEXi Power FC ECU w/ controller  EXHAUST: Amuse R1 4-inch titanium turbo-back exhaust  DRIVETRAIN: Getrag v160 transmission + Clutch Masters (FX850 twin-plate clutch, steel flywheel, hydraulic clutch release bearing) + Driveshaft Shop 4-inch single piece driveshaft + Power House Racing billet diff bushing  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Work Meisters S1 3-piece wheels - 18x9.5+29 (f). 18x11+31 (r) + Toyo Proxes R888R tires - 255 (f), 295 (r) + 1998 Toyota Supra big brake kit + StopTech (pads, rotors) + Power House Racing steel brake lines + Buck Performance master cylinder + Wilwood (proportioning valve, brake booster delete)  CHASSIS & SUSPENSION: Tein (Sideways Masters coilovers, EDFC) + TRD (sway bars (f/r), front strut tower bar) + Titan Motorsports roll cage  EXTERIOR: Seibon carbon fiber vented hood + Rando Sports front bumper + Varis Ridox side skirts + Stage 21 +10mm wide front fenders + JDM Factory option rear spats + Garage BB GT wing + Shine Auto Project rear diffuser + Ganador racing mirrors + Ridox upper and lower carbon fiber hatch lips + Lexus 1G0 Smoky Mica Granite paint + 1998-2002 Toyota Supra headlights and taillights + LED lighting  INTERIOR: Bride XAXII seats + Takata 4-point harnesses + TRD (steering wheel, TRD gauge cluster) + Custom purple weave carbon fiber cockpit w/ laser cuts for electronics + Bride floor mats + Räzo shift knob + Quick-release fire extinguisher mount + Battery relocated to the trunk + Custom trunk setup + GReddy PROFEC B2 electronic boost controller + DEFI boost and water temp gauges + AEM Performance Electronics UEGO wideband + HKS turbo timer  AUDIO, MOBILE ELECTRONICS & MULTIMEDIA: Kenwood double-DIN touchscreen head-unit + Upgraded speakers

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1985 TOYOTA CELICA SUPRA

Photography By Russell Sanders

LOCATION › FLORISSANT, MISSOURI, USA HORSEPOWER › 161 WHP  EXHAUST: OBX header + 3" stainless steel piping + Magnaflow muffler  DRIVETRAIN: Tru Track Locker 3:73 gears  WHEELS & TIRES: Work Equip 40 wheels+ Falken Azenis RT615K tires - 205/50R15  CHASSIS & SUSPENSION: Techno Toy Tuning coilovers, knuckles, tie rod ends + Whiteline sway bars (f/r) + Cusco front strut bar  LIGHTING: LED  SPONSORS: Techno Toy Tuning  SHOPS & MECHANICS: J Cat Customs + VMK Fab + Nocturnal Motorworks

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SHAY BISCONER 1995 TOYOTA SUPRA Photography By Dominic Olson

LOCATION › STANWOOD, WA HORSEPOWER › 600 WHP CLUB › PACNW SUPRAS  ENGINE: 2JZ-GTE non-VVTI engine swap + BC connecting rods + Borg Warner S366 Turbo + Fuel Injector Clinic 1000cc injectors + Mishimoto radiator + GReddy intake manifold + FSR Exhaust manifold + RMM 90mm Throttle body + PHR (pulleys, oil pump, power steering reservoir) + Turbosmart wastegate + Tial BOV + OCDWorks T51r mod + Ebay intercooler + Link G4+ ECU + GM Flex Fuel sensor  EXHAUST: Custom exhaust piping + HKS Ti muffler  DRIVETRAIN: CD009 6-speed transmission + Xcessive Manufacturing (adapter kits, driveshaft) + SC430 differential carrier w/ Kaaz 2-way LSD  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Cosmis XT206R wheels - 18x9.5 (f), 18x11 (r) + Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires + Lexus LS400 front brakes + StopTech slotted rotors  CHASSIS / BRAKES: HKS Hipermax IV coilovers + TRD (sway bars, strut bar) + Tanabe rear strut bar  EXTERIOR: APR GT wing + Ridox (front bumper) + Top Secret hood + Stillen side skirts + Trial rear bumper + TRD rear widebody + TRD widebody + Morimoto HID bulbs + Custom LED ring tail lights  INTERIOR: Stu Hagen (gauge cluster, HVAC) + TRD steering wheel + Interior Innovations front seat upholstery + Carbon fiber dash overlay + Bam Shifts shift knob + Rear seat delete  AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Double-DIN head unit + Kicker subwoofer + Almani speaker + Kenwood amplifier

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LOCATION › SIMI VALLEY, CA HORSEPOWER › N/A TORQUE › N/A  EXHAUST: Tsudo (cat-back exhaust, exhaust tips) + Borla UEL headers + Invidia (up-pipe, catless downpipe) + Polyurethane exhaust mounts DRIVETRAIN: + Mishimoto transmission cooler  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Work CR2P wheels – 18x10 +35 (f/r) + Hankook Ventus V12 tires – 255/35/18 (f/r) + Powdercoated calipers + DBA 4000 slotted rotors – 294mm (f), 266mm (r) + StopTech braided brake lines + Hawk brake pads  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Air Lift Performance air suspension system + Perrin sway bars + Tein front strut bar + Eibach rear control arms + STI front control arms + Group N motor mounts + Cusco (ladder brace, subframe brace)  EXTERIOR: WRC molded widebody kit + V2 front lip + Voltex rear diffuser + Seibon Carbon front grille + ABW widebody fenders + Carbon fiber hood + APR GT300 carbon fiber spoiler + Chargespeed side skirts + EDM Morette headlights + Tinted taillights + Shaved (trunk keyhole, front fender side marker) + Custom Chameleon color shift pearl paint  INTERIOR: Hydropdipped dash + Sickspeed neochrome shift knob + NRG deep dish steering wheel + AEM gauges (Boost, oil, AFR) + Carbon fiber gauge pod + Bride Stradia seats + Racequip 5-point harnesses + STI black floor mats + Blue footwell lighting + Trunk strobe light kit + Custom air tank trunk install  AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS: Kenwood double-DIN head unit + Kicker (43DXA500 amplifier, 43CSC54 mid-range speakers, 43CST20 tweeters) + JL Audio 12-inch subwoofer + Interstate battery  SPONSORS: Tuning Alliance, Meguiars, Air Lift Performance, ZZPowdercoating

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LOCATION › ORLANDO, FL HORSEPOWER › 900 WHP TORQUE › 850 LB-FT  ENGINE: Titan Motorsports (fuel system, FuelTech Ft450 package, wet nitrous kit, engine damper by ATi, B58 engine package, B58 2-Port Cylinder Head package, intake, Meth kit with M1) + Evolution of Speed intake manifold w/ integrated port injection + PureTubos Pure800 turbo upgrade + Injector Dynamics 1050x injectors + CSF (heat exchanger, auxiliary radiators)  EXHAUST: Titan Motorsports Titanium Charge pipes  DRIVETRAIN: Titan Motorsports upgraded axles by DSS + Titan Motorsports Transmission upgrade (Prototype) + Titan Motorsports Convertor (Prototype) + CSF Transmission Cooler  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: Titan Motorsports Drag Pack by Titan-7 + Wheelmate Stud conversion  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Titan Motorsports Rear Multilink Suspension kit by SPL + KW Suspension Variant 3 Coilovers  EXTERIOR: Titan Motorsports Parachute Mount with Simpson 10Ft Skyjacker + Eventuri Headlight Duct  INTERIOR: Tillet B1SC Seat with TitanMotorsport Seat bracket  SPONSORS: PureTurbos + CSF + Eventuri + SPLParts + KW Suspension + CP/Carillo + Ferrea Racing

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1993 TOYOTA SUPRA Photography By Tyler Graff

LOCATION › WESTMINSTER, COLORADO, USA HORSEPOWER › 400 WHP  ENGINE: Brian Crower (internals, 272 cams, 1mm oversized valves) + JE forged internals + Garrett GTX4294R dual ball-bearing turbo + TiAL twin MVR 44m wastegates + ETS 6-inch intercooler core + 3.5-inch titanium intercooler piping + Ouroboros twin scroll exhaust manifold + CPC Carbon intake plenum + Alphaloc couplers + 5-inch titanium intake tub and airbox + Twin titanium wastegate dump tubes + Titanium nuts, bolts and washers + PHR (fans, shroud, catch can, valve cover with titanium plates) + Titaniumworks coil cover + Koyorad radiator + Deleted (A/C, ABS, cruise control) + AEM V2 ECU  EXHAUST: 4-inch titanium downpipe and exhaust + Carbon titanium muffler/tip  DRIVETRAIN: TH400 3-speed automatic transmission  WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES: CCW 505A wheels - 19x10.5 (f), 20x12.5 (r) + Nitto Invo tires - 285/35/19 (f), 345/25/20 (r) + Brembo BBK conversion  CHASSIS / SUSPENSION: Drag-spec coilovers + TRD sway bars  EXTERIOR: TRD widebody kit and hood + Ridox (front bumper, carbon front diffuser) + Trial rear bumper molded to rear bumper and quarter panels + Titanium mesh + Top Secret GT2 rear spoiler + ZLEDSLIGHTS tail lights + OEM A90 Supra Absolute Zero White paint  INTERIOR: Status Racing seats, five-point harnesses) + 6-point roll cage + PHR battery relocation kit to trunk + Carbon dash panels + Carbon/Alcantara steering wheel  SPECIAL THANKS: Nate at Ouroboros Fab + Todd Carlmark at Lowell Auto Body + Titaniumworks + Harvey at The Boost Creep

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Story by

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The target audience for the new Mk5 Toyota Supra spans across generations, and that has never been more evident than in the case of Stephen Aguayo and his son. Aguayo has been building show cars and racecars since the first Mk4 Supra rolled off the assembly line, and now nearly two full decades later, he’s still at it. Growing up in southern California hanging out with some of the west coast’s OG car clubs and attending shows for years, he fell into the passion for modified cars early on. Much to his appreciation, his son seems to be following in his footsteps.

t wasn’t long before Aguayo’s son took notice of his dad’s history as a builder after seeing some of his projects from days past, as well as some recent projects from as early as last year. Being the younger of the pair, his son was drawn to newer and sportier vehicles, a slight departure from the two lifted vehicles Aguayo had most recently built. His son asked if they could build a car together - every father’s dream. Together, they settled on the 2020 Toyota Supra, and specifically wanted to incorporate

the HKS widebody kit they saw online during their research. That specific desire led to the biggest challenge of the entire build: finding and acquiring the HKS widebody kit in a timely manner. At the time, the only way forward was to inquire with a vendor and be placed on a waiting list to buy the kit, and only three kits had been imported from Japan thus far. Luckily for Aguayo and his son, Vivid Racing was able to source a full HKS kit, including the wing - a rare option, along with his HKS exhaust to match the theme perfectly.

Thanks to HKS products’ commitment to quality, and their long-standing reputation with Japanese platforms, the parts were perfect. The exhaust was mated to an AMS Performance downpipe in no time, and the kit offered incredible fitment, making the job of the body shop a streamlined process for the guys at SOS Customz. With the kit and wing from HKS fitted, a custom rear diffuser, Full Torque wing support rods, and a Cusco tow hook completed the rear with aggressive style. Up front, Trackspec hood vents go the distance in changing the front end styling.

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Completing the looks from afar is a set of DPE Forged 3-piece wheels, measuring 19x10.5 and 19x12.5 in the front and rear respectively, wrapped in Toyo tires and sporting cool little HKS valve stem caps - a nice detail that doesn’t go unnoticed. A custom air suspension system made up of Universal Air Suspension bags and AccuAir’s e-Level+ system allows the Supra to tuck those wheels under the widened body perfectly, with wheel lips just hairs away from the fenders. Inside the cockpit, the new Supra’s interior was treated to a healthy dose of carbon fiber thanks to NV Specialties. A steering wheel and race mirrors from Unleashed Customs, interior badging from Rexpeed, shifter paddles from AutoTecknic, and an anti-wind buffeting kit from Verus Engineering all add carbon fiber trim in a tasteful way that plays on the

factory interior design of the car. Sparco R600 seats and 4-point harnesses keep Aguayo and his son snug in their seats, and a Rad Rides trunk setup to showcase the AccuAir ENDOCVT 5-gallon tank ensures the entire inside of the car is as show-worthy as the outside. Of course, very few people buy a Toyota Supra with the intentions

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of keeping it stock, and with future plans for a bigger turbo setup and dual external wastegates, Aguayo got to work revamping the B58’s entire fuel system, including a flex fuel kit, thanks to Burger Motorsports. With supporting modifications like the fuel system, heat shields, and the HKS air filter and charge pipe, the groundwork has been laid out for a future turbo upgrade, and also allowed him to turn the boost up for the time being, equating to a respectable 480 horsepower at the rear wheels. Certainly no slouch.

FAMILY TIES - Essentials 2020 Toyota Supra GR LOCATION › Lake View Terrace, CA HORSEPOWER › 480 whp SOCIAL MEDIA @supra_turbo_gr

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION Universal Air Suspension bags + AccuAir (ENDO-CVT 5-gallon air tank, e-Level + Studio RSR roll cage + Cusco strut bar

EXTERIOR ENGINE

His son’s passion is in good hands.”

All in, Aguayo’s goal with the Mk5 Supra was to build a vehicle that could hold its ground on both the show floor and the track, and all things considered, he seems to have done just that, with plans to turn things up a notch soon. More than all of that, this build was the perfect chance for him to pass the torch to his son, undoubtedly a future builder as well. “You are never too old,” Aguayo tells us, “never stop dreaming.” Sound advice for the next generation. His son’s passion is in good hands.

Burger Motorsports (B58 Supra fuel pump, Fuel-It flex fuel kit) + HKS (Performance air filter, charge pipe) + Torque Master spark plugs + Verus Engineering (turbo heat shield, resonator delete, engine bay fluid cap kit) + Boost Mod Stage 2 ECU + Goldwrench Supply Company Blackline Performance Edition (oil cap, coolant cap)

EXHAUST

HKS full exhaust + AMS Performance downpipe

DRIVETRAIN

Verus Engineering differential cooling plate

WHEELS / TIRES

DPE Forged 3-piece wheels 19x10.5 (f), 19x12.5 (r) + Toyo Proxes tires - 285/30/19 (f), 325/30/19 (r) + HKS valve stem caps

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HKS (Premium widebody kit, rear roof wing, Japanese license plates) + Custom rear diffuser + Perrin front license plate bracket + Cusco rear tow hook + Trackspec hood vents + Full Torque wing support rods + Goldwrench Supply Company Blackline Performance Edition fuel cap

INTERIOR

Sparco (R600 seats, 4-point harnesses) + P2uned seat rails + Speed Industry red push start/stop button + Unleashed Customs (carbon fiber steering wheel, carbon fiber race mirrors) + Rexpeed (carbon fiber steering wheel badge, carbon fiber interior badging) + Auto Tecknic carbon fiber shift paddles + Broadway rearview mirror + Verus Engineering gloss carbon fiber anti-wind buffeting kit + Supreme fire extinguisher + Rad Rides trunk air tank setup

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The A90/Mk5 Supra was one of the most popular platforms at SEMA 2019. With Supra builds ranging from mild to wild across every hall of the big show, each one was unique in its own way, but there was one that truly didn’t resemble any before or after it: The StreetHunter. A collaborative effort by popular automotive YouTuber, TJ Hunt, as well as a team of friends and industry conects, produced a one-ofa-kind widebody kit that dared to take on the widebody kits by big names like Rocket Bunny Pandem. We sat down with Hunt to get his perspective on the process behind making his own widebody kit a reality.

ey TJ! Could you introduce yourself for anyone in our audience who might not know who you are or what you do? Hey! My name's Tj Hunt and I'm an automotive influencer/YouTuber. Pretty much what that means is I use my platforms on social media such as YouTube and Instagram to document not only my builds on all my cars, but also my daily life with my friends, new business opportunities, etc. I also own a clothing company called Hunt and Company, and over the last two years have started to get really into the sport of drifting. It all started with me just filming my Subaru BRZ build and it grew from there. As of right now I currently have a Subaru BRZ, Nissan 350Z, Nissan 370Z, Mazda RX-7, both the Toyota Mk4 and Mk5 Supras, C8 Corvette, Chevy 2500 HD, and a Lamborghini Aventador. My videos revolve around the build process of all these cars and everything else in between like my drifting journey, etc.

You obviously have a bit of experience building and working on cars. What made you decide to develop your own body kit?

So what started as just me and my best friend Calvin building our own cars in our garages has amassed into the business we have now. We're pretty much completely self taught and trouble shoot as we go, with the help of our friends and industry people we meet along the way. And it's because of how well everythings grown and evolved that I was able to be given the opportunity to start up StreetHunter Designs. I've always loved body

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There were always aspects of these kits that I loved but other areas I wasn't too fond of. This is what prompted me to solve the solution myself by coming up with StreetHunter designs." kits since I was a kid. Before StreetHunter I ran other kits on my cars. There were always aspects of these kits that I loved but other areas I wasn't too fond of. This is what prompted me to solve the solution myself by coming up with StreetHunter designs. This way I could mold what I liked - and from there, share it with the world.

Can you walk us through the process of making a body kit from scratch for a new platform?

Before we start designing a wide body there's a lot of just looking at the car, honestly. Getting a feel for its body lines, what would look good, etc. I think

it's really important for a kit to go hand in hand with the car's natural body lines. I dont think a kit should ever take away from the natural bodylines of the car, so we spend a lot of time making sure our kits accentuate the bodylines that are already there. Then from there, I dig deeper and look at all the heritage of the car, this helps me get inspiration and direction for the kit. For example, looking at the wing on the Mk5 body kit, the inspiration for that came from the TRD wing on the Mk4 Supra, and then from there we went for a more modern look. Once we have a general idea of what we're going for it's just trial and error of mocking up and changing different aspects until we get the final product.

on the market offered for the same car. Of course, when we're able to get in early with designing a kit, there's not much competition out there yet so it's easier, but designing something that others have done before is more difficult as we navigate the road of making sure the StreetHunter Design is distinctive to us.

Were there any significant challenges in the process that stand out to you?

Not any super big ones that stand out. I'd say the main challenging aspect is making sure our kit is unique. We want to strive for a unique kit that's different from anything out there

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- Essentials A90/Mk5 Supra LOCATION › San Diego, CA ENGINE › BMW B58 3.0L Turbocharged I6 HORSEPOWER › 440 whp TORQUE › 380 lb-ft

ENGINE

+ Pure Turbo upgrade + Charge pipe + Downpipe

EXHAUST

Magnaflow X-mod exhaust

WHEELS / TIRES

HRE C106 wheels + Toyo R888's

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

Universal Air Suspension struts + Accuair Endo CVT tank

SOCIAL MEDIA @tjhunt_ /tjhuntofficial

EXTERIOR

StreetHunter widebody kit

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It all came together due to lots of careful planning leading up to it. Shout out to my team for getting it done so seamlessly." You were on quite a time crunch to get the Supra and kit ready for SEMA 2019. How did that play out? Yeah, it was tough because not only were we trying to get the Supra done, but we were also working day and night trying to get the GT3 kit on our Ferrari done. The Supra wasn't "officially complete" until 30 minutes before it was set to be picked up. I worked the night before until 2 in the morning, and then went back the next day super early before the pick up truck came, so it was definitely hectic. From there, I flew out to Vegas a day early to make sure it was 100% dialed and ready for the unveiling. Luckily everything played out, so looking back it's crazy to think that we almost didn't get it done.

Were there multiple iterations of the kit, or did it all come together at once thanks to careful planning? It all came together due to lots of careful planning leading up to it. Shout out to my team for getting it done so seamlessly.

What kind of materials and processes were used to transform the supra from stock to widebody? We ended up doing a route that has never been done before. We 3D-printed our prototype version of the kit. We took 3D scans of the car and used CAD technology to print our prototype. Thanks to our friends over at BCT - they allowed us to use their

3D printer, which is one of the largest in the world, and it was a huge help. The main reason for 3D-printing our prototype kit was that it took a matter of weeks to have a rough physical copy of the kit. Once we had the prototype pieces printed, we then test fitted them on the car and added body work to the places needing adjustments. Once the prototype pieces met our approval, our fiberglass molds were then created from them.

So what's next for you at this point?

We're designing and developing a full kit for the new 2020 Chevy C8 Corvette. Stay tuned for more on that. Follow @streethunterdesigns on Instagram for more information about upcoming projects and parts!

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E E H H T T T T E E E E W T W S T S S O O P P S OTA Y O T 4 A MK THAT’S A SUPR E THAN MOR T BIG JUS ER POW

Story by

Adam Gordon

Photography by

Antonio Alvendia (@motormavens)

It has been a long 18 years since the Mk4/A80 Toyota Supra ceased production, but the platform remains one of the most iconic and recognizable powerhouses of import tuner culture ever. Its long wheel base, unique styling, and potent 2JZ engine has kept the Mk4 Supra at the forefront of the conversation when it comes to high performance Japanese coupes. These days, the horsepower wars are raging, and 4-digit horsepower figures are more common than ever. You would be hard pressed to find a heavily modified Mk4 Supra that didn’t push the limits of horsepower, but it’s important to remember these cars were engineered for more. It’s the Supra’s well rounded performance capabilities that attracted Nick Stonawski.

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tonawski found himself enamoured with cars from an early age, and that seemed to follow him well into his adult life. “My parents have pictures of me playing with cars as early as three years old, and it has manifested into a lifestyle,” he tells us. “I am always surrounded by cars on my days off, and when I am at work as a service advisor at a dealership.” After attending

his first car show in SoCal, and laying eyes on some cleanly modified Mk3 Supras, the addiction quickly took hold of Stonawski. The simple and timeless style of modifications to those Mk3 Supras is something that stuck with Stonawski forever. Something about a periodcorrect look and genuine Japanese parts coming together in harmony to make respectable power and a clean overall appearance was exactly the kind of inspiration that he would take with him well into his build journey. That same year, he picked up his first Supra: a 1987 Supra Turbo that would follow in the footsteps of the builds that inspired him.

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HKS (T51R KAI turbo, exhaust manifold, Type-R wastegate, fuel rail, Type-R intercooler, intercooler piping, Racing Type II blow-off valve, turbo velocity stack, turbo heat shield, silicone couplers, timing belt, twin power ignition Type DLI) + FSR Motorsports (E85 Complete PTFE fuel line kit, dual pump wiring/relay kit, dual fuel pump bracket) + Fuel Injector Clinic 1650cc injectors + Fuelabs (fuel pressure regulator, 6-micron dual fuel filters) + Walbro E85 450lph dual fuel pumps + L-Spec Performance intake pipe + Driftmotion (engine oil cooler, power steering cooler) + Amsoil dry air filter + MVP Motorsports billet tensioner bracket + Vibrant Performance closed loop catch can + Russell Performance ProClassic hoses + ColorFittings purple AN fittings + GSC Power Division S1 billet camshafts + Brian Crower (valve springs, titanium retainers) + Koyo aluminum radiator + Turbosmart fuel pressure gauge + TRD (engine mounts, radiator cap, oil cap) + Optima Blue Top battery + AEM Performance Electronics (Infinity 6 EMS, boost controller, flex fuel sensor, 12-position trim pot switch for boost, 12-position trim pot switch for traction control)

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EXHAUST

HKS (down-pipe, mid-pipe) + Tanabe Medalion Touring exhaust + Sound Performance boost-activated exhaust cutout

DRIVETRAIN

Getrag V160 6-speed transmission + OS Giken 1.5-way differential + Driveshaft Shop HD 3.5-inch chromoly driveshaft + South Bend Stage 3 Endurance clutch + C’s short throw shifter + TRD transmission mount + Figs Engineering bushings

WHEELS / TIRES / BRAKES

One upgraded turbo later, he learned that was a mistake when it blew.”

It was with this 1987 Supra that he would learn a lesson. First, he tried to chase power with the stock 7M-GTE. One upgraded turbo later, he learned that was a mistake when it blew. Shortly after that incident, he picked up his second Supra, a facelifted 1989 version of the Mk3. The 1989 Supra was brought over to his friend Mike Urbano at Genki Garage for a 2JZ swap. At the same time Stonawski went over there, another customer - and friend Stonawski had met before - had brought his twin turbo 1994 Supra to Urbano as well. Kevin Tao was the owner of the Mk4 machine that caught Stonawski's eye before. Unfortunately, Urbano passed away in the summer of that year, leaving Stonawski and Tao to finish the remainder of their builds on their own time. Stonawski successfully completed his 2JZ-swapped 1989 Supra, making over 600 whp and gaining tons of media recognition along the way. Perhaps most importantly, it attracted a local girl named Jill whose father once built a Mk3 Supra as well. Today, Jill and

Volk Racing SF Challenge wheels 19x8.5 +21 (f), 19x11 +42 (r) + Toyo Tires R888R tires - 235/35/19 (f), 295/30/19 (r) + StopTech (Trophy ST60 front BBK, Trophy ST40 rear BBK, brake pads, slotted brake rotors, stainless steel brake lines)

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

TRD (front sway bar, rear sway bar) + HKS pillow ball mounts + Tein HA coilovers + Cusco rear strut tower bar

EXTERIOR

Car Fashion Householder front lip + S2 (headlights, tail lights, side markers) + Phillips HID lighting kit

INTERIOR

Recaro Speed reclinable seats w/ blue stitching + Personal Neo Grinta 350mm steering wheel w/ blue stitching + NRG quick-release steering hub + Wedge Engineering seat brackets + HKS peak hold/warning 60mm boost meter + Patrick Blake Racing open downpipe switch + Killer Koncepts extinguisher bracket + HalGaurd HG250R fire extinguisher

AUDIO / MOBILE ELECTRONICS Pioneer (navigation/DVD head unit, amplifiers, subwoofer, speakers)

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Stonawski are husband and wife, and she has a 1JZ-swapped Bomex-kitted Mk3 Supra of her own. Fast forwarding to 2016, and Stonawski now owned his own Mk4 Supra as well, modified with Blitz components, but that blue twin turbo model he saw all those years ago was still fresh in his mind. So you can imagine his surprise when he got a message from Kevin Tao and Brian Urbano about meeting for dinner. At that dinner, Tao offered him the Supra he saw so long ago for a steal of a deal, and Stonawski just couldn’t say no. He sold his Mk4 that he owned at the time, and took ownership of Tao’s. It already had a nice HKS single-turbo system installed, but it hadn’t even been broken in yet. Knowing he wanted to keep this car forever, and do things right, Stonawski got to work.

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With the help of his friend Alex Ferreira of L-Spec in Torrance, the two got started. Old HKS electronics were upgraded with a modern AEM Performance Electronics Infinity standalone unit, and the entire fuel system was overhauled to be E85 compatible. He wanted to push that turbo system a little farther, and this was the way to do it. After some minor head work, the boost was turned up to 30 psi, and the setup made a potent and safe 766 whp and 600 ft-lbs of torque at the rear wheels.

As we mentioned before, Stonawski wanted the car’s wellroundedness to shine, so he put it through the paces. After some Shift Sector half-mile racing events, he added some suspension components and turned the keys over to Ferreira, who was a professional driver, to exhibit the car in a drift event at Irwindale Speedway. Following that successful shakedown, the car was a SEMA 2018 booth car, and then it was back to business. In 2019, a lightweight driveshaft and OS Giken

Now fully recovered, Stonawski has his heart set on racing the car at its peak potential.” 1.5-way differential were the first in a long list of modifications to get the Supra ready for circuit racing - with Laguna Seca being the intended target. Unfortunately tragedy struck once more, as Stonawski battled cancer and required chemotherapy and extensive recovery. Over time, he gained his

strength back slowly, and began driving the car on the streets again whenever and wherever he could. Now fully recovered, Stonawski has his heart set on racing the car at its peak potential. With the determination he’s shown us so far, we know it’s just a matter of time. See you on the circuit, Nick!

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MECACARAUDIO.COM @MECACARAUDIO @MECACARAUDIO @MECACARAUDIO

2020 MECA AWARDS: Master Class 1st Place Extreme Install 1st Place RTA 2nd Place The Zenner SQL Best of Show Best of Show Install The Culbertson Cup SQ Best of Show

BRIAN MITCHELL 2014 CADILLAC ELR Photography By Walter Weightman

@arcaudio /ARCAudio

LOCATION › MODESTO, CA

CLUB › TEAM ARC AUDIO

 EQUIPMENT: Nav TV GM 650 Audio Interface + Arc Audio (PS8 Pro DSPs (2), SE 4200 amplifiers (2), SE 2300 amplifier, RS 1.0 speakers, RS 4.0 mid-range speaker, RS 6.0 door speakers, Arc Series 10D2 subwoofer) + Stinger (wiring, batteries) + K40 Built in Platinum 360 radar detector system + Dynamat Extreme sound damping + Compustar (DC3, DroneMobile Security System) + Rydeen 360 Degree Camera system

ECA has given the car audio community a place to showcase our love and passion for car audio in a safe, structured format. The format levels the playing field down to where the “check book” doesn’t affect the ability to win a show. I’ve loved the MECA community since my first time competing in it during the 2011 season and every season after. Steve Stern has brought together some of the best judges in the country to make sure all the competitors have fun doing what we do! I like to have a full season of shows so I can spend time with all my friends from all over the world that I’ve missed seeing most of 2020. I will be changing to a new vehicle this year - a full sized remote control car. So all new products and a very extreme new install. This will

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feature a 49-inch Samsung curved monitor for the floating dash as well as lots of products from Arc Audio, Dynamat, and Stinger Electronics. The new vehicle will be finished in a brushed stainless wrap by Avery Dennison.

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ost of the equipment I had in my previous car. When I traded the Scion in for the Subaru I removed that equipment to be reused. The two changes to the equipment list that were made are the 6x9 midbass, and the digital audio player. I went with the Hybrid 6x9 because it is one of the very best midbasses available in the stock speaker size for the Forester. The iBasso audio player was chosen because it's a fantastic sounding unit at a mid-level price. I became a MECA member in 2013. Since that time I have met some of my very best friends while traveling and competing at these events. I have been to every MECA finals since 2013, competing at 7 of them. I have collected four 2nd place, one 3rd place, and one 5th place finish. This year I was lucky enough to finish in 1st! Lucky number 7. 2020 has been a great competition season, even though there were not as many events to travel to on the calendar.

LOCATION › KNOXVILLE, TN CLUB › SOUND TEAM 6 / TEAM ZAPCO  SOURCE: iBasso DX160  LINE DRIVER: Wavtech LinkQ  SIGNAL PROCESSOR: ARC PS8  AMPLIFIERS: Zapco Z-150.6 AP (2)  TWEETERS: Audible-physics Avatar 1  MIDRANGE: Audible-physics RG100.4  MIDBASS: Hybrid Audio Unity U69-S  SUBWOOFER: Hybrid Audio Clarus C15SW-D4  SIGNAL CABLES: Dookie  POWER CABLES: Wirez Signature

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2020 MECA AWARDS: SQOLOGY Parkinson's Event 1st Place + SQ Best of Show Smokies Summer Slam 1st Place + SQ Best of Show SQOLOGY Alabama 1st Place High Voltage Show 1st Place + SQ Best of Show TN State Finals + Modified Class TN State Champion 2nd Place MECA World Finals (Modified Class) 1st Place

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ADVANCED TERMINALS

Your battery is the heart of your car's electrical system, and wires are every bit the arteries, but there is one vital - and often trivialized - component in between them: the terminals. Your terminals are more than shiny connectors sitting on your battery. Often, they are the weakest link in the path to your amplifier, without you even knowing it.

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101 KNUKONCEPTZ our terminals have to be the most conductive, durable, heat resistant, and weather resistant products in your entire audio system. Oh, and they actually have to fit under your hood. That isn’t always the case, and you almost always find out the hard way – after you’ve bought them. The interconnect specialists at KnuKonceptz have approached the concept with vigor - and no small amount of R&D - to create their Ultimate Battery Terminal. KnuKonceptz studied “countless terminal options” while developing the Ultimate Battery Terminal according to their website. “The concept around the UBT was to integrate the OEM battery terminal, in case it was a lease or you weren’t comfortable removing the factory terminal and crimping a new wire on,” says KnuKonceptz President Bill Greenberg. “Not everybody has the right tools to safely attach wires properly. Using a pair of pliers isn’t

ideal, and not everyone has a hydraulic crimper to attach a 1/0 or 4 AWG terminal. You don’t have to worry about the car failing because of an improperly terminated factory battery terminal.” The terminal is made to SAE specs, which prevents accidentally using a positive terminal on the wrong battery pole by making them different diameters. The terminal holds 1/0-,

4-, and 8-gauge wires with set screws, plus a ring terminal port on the side. The port is notable, as it doubles as a side-mounted top post adapter. For people that are leasing a car or simply do not want to part with the factory terminal/wiring, the adapter is used to side-mount the connection. In addition to the convenience of that connection, the side-mounted nature of the adapter ensures that the hood will never hit the post, no matter how close it is to the battery. Cross-threading and over-tightening the set screws are among the most common installation issues when getting a battery terminal to stay on a post. With many competitive products, you’re in for some serious work to fix the problem if your overly-enthusiastic screwdriver brings the installation to a grinding halt. If that happens, settle in. It’s going to take some serious time trying to remove the bolt, or worse – you may have to drill out the bolt. Odds are, you are going to replace the entire terminal – assuming you can get the terminal off the post in the first place. KnuKonceptz uses brass pins, inserted through the bottom of the terminal to connect with the bolt, making repair quick and easy if a pin requires replacement. Problem solved. If you want to understand KnuKonceptz’ priorities, all you have to do is look on the UTB web page. “Our top priority was a bulletproof battery post clamping system that would never fail.” This combination of low clearance height (barely 1-inch with the cover on), expandability, and – of course – conductivity makes it an obvious connection to consider.

Once you’ve read over the KnuKonceptz page, watch the incredibly practical video review of the UBT terminal in action on Car Audio Fabrication’s YouTube Page.

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EXPLORING

KICKER’S

REVOLUTIONARY KEY TECHNOLOGY Cars are an acoustic nightmare. Every panel, seat, and dash are different from model to model. The distances from each speaker to your ears are far from symmetrical, and tuning them takes something just short of a Ph.D. to magically bring both the realism back and the soundstage up to the dash where it’s supposed to be. The magicians that knew how to make that happen used banks of 30-band EQs, crossovers, and line drivers, all stuffed into the trunk of a Sound Quality competition car like so much instrumentation in an F-16 cockpit. Those magicians are still out there, but they are few and far between. hy, you ask? Simply put, the answer is technology. Between things like MP3 compression, the increasingly difficult process of integrating aftermarket audio into a factory sound system, and finally the decades-long decline in Sound Quality competition itself, the need for sound processing waned. Business 101: if the public doesn’t want it, manufacturers won’t make it. Companies like KICKER Audio made a conscious decision not to go quietly into that good night. There had to be a better, easier way to get sound quality into the ears of people that may not have even known it was possible without losing the factory radio or even the factory speakers. The concept of KEY Technology was born. The concept of an automatically tuning amplifier and line out converter helps to solve long standing prob-

lems, both in time and technology. Traditionally, fixing equalization and time delay issues required expensive tools, first to identify and then analyze the acoustic issues unique to that specific vehicle, not to mention the hours of tweaking needed – a task best done by an installer with extensive acoustic experience. KICKER R&D Electronics Manager Joe Hobart recalls the research process, which was over a decade in the making. “Originally, the KEY was thought up about 12 years ago. The technology was very expensive at that point and only solved part of the problem (equalization), so we shelved it.” Fast forward to 2016, when the company picked the mantle back up and made significant progress. “We were able to fix problems acoustically instead of electronically. That gave us a lot more flexibility to correct

both equalization issues and correct time delay. You need to be able to fix the acoustic side, which requires a calibrated microphone. You have to be able to determine the frequency response of each speaker, the distance from the speaker to the listener (all while disregarding the cabin's acoustic reflections), then make corrections based on that.” Dubbed a Smart Amplifier, the first KEY offering was a 45x4 full-range amplifier named the KEY180.4. Armed with a custom microphone and powerful processor built into the amp, the KEY was built to first analyze, then fix a litany of acoustic issues in under five minutes. Measuring barely eight inches long and under two inches high, the amplifier is designed to fit easily under a seat or behind the radio. Hobart explained the algorithms in KEYLOC (Smart Line Out Converter) are even more advanced. “The accuracy in that converter is within 0.3 dB, which was necessary to make all the changes needed.” That includes correcting the noise floor with as much as 18 decibels of correction, defeating the factory All-Pass filters, and defeat the time alignment to bring the sound stage back up to the dash. Factory audio algorithms are often meant to make systems sound “good enough.”

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KICKER’s KEY technology was built to take the limitations out of the sound system, without breaking the bank or requiring lots of expensive equipment to analyze the sound. It was also designed to be affordable, with a footprint and setup process that makes it easy to install. KICKER’s newest four-channel KEY amplifier, dubbed the KEY200.4 (MSRP $249.95) is the second generation full range amp. It has more power than its predecessor, retaining the original technology and size. In 2020, the company added the KEY500.1 bass amplifier (MSRP $249.95). Using KICKER’s supplied test tones, the amp automatically analyzes the audio being fed directly into the amplifier. Once this signal has been analyzed, the amp will automatically fix peaks and dips in the signal coming in and restore the low bass that is typically missing in OEM audio systems. The KEY500.1 comes with 24dB subsonic and low-pass crossovers, bass boost and gain controls. The KEYLOC Smart Line-Out Converter corrects the audio electronically, instead of acoustically. The electronically corrected signal can then be manipulated however the installer/ end user sees fit. Four LEDs are located on top of the KEYLOC. When tied to a speaker wire, each LED illuminates upon the detection of a specific frequency range: Hi, Mid, Lo and All Pass Filter. This innovative LED system allows you to quickly determine the usable frequency range of any speaker in the vehicle.

Making things easier for consumers and professional installers alike is a never-ending process. It is also a necessary one if the car stereo industry intends on thriving for the foreseeable future. Making a line of products that isn't just louder - but can make your car actually sound better - is a big piece of that puzzle.

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SOUND DEADENING: GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SPEAKER INSTALL TWO MATERIALS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR TUNE

You wouldn’t turbo an engine without also upgrading the fuel injectors, the exhaust, and intake, would you? Then why would you buy a nice, new pair of speakers without upgrading everything else around them as well? Car audio, much like performance tuning, isn’t about blowing your wad on one cool thing and expecting it to be all that it can be. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Speakers specifically have two major upgrades that should never be forgotten. ext time you’re at your local car audio store searching for a new set of speakers, you absolutely should not forget your sound deadening or acoustic foam. These two very simple products can make a set of speakers sound twice as good as they cost, and who doesn’t love getting more bang for their buck? Some shops may market this as a “preferred” or “premium” install, which can set off some

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scam alarms for a more thrifty shopper, but rest assured, this is actually one of the few times when “premium” actually means premium. In car audio applications, sound deadening is the magic material that reduces rattles and panel vibrations that can destroy the mid-bass frequencies that make bass guitars and kick drums sound so awesome. It’s a product that has been widely used

in the aftermarket automotive world since the ‘80s. You may have even seen Chip Foose’s face on some of the stuff a few years back. Most types of deadening today are made from a very sticky butyl-rubber backing and a thin layer of aluminum to give the product rigidity. The material, usually packaged in sheets or rolls, is applied to various surfaces of a panel to both add mass and to acoustically treat the surface.

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I’ve even got some of this lining the inside of the housing on my washing machine at the house to cut down on the noise it makes. It’s great stuff! Acoustic foam has been around just as long as deadening, but it’s only been in the last decade that companies have made an economical, easy to apply product that works in just about every install. The product that I’m talking about is often called a “fast ring” or “speed ring.” It’s a three-piece lasercut foam ring that does triple duty for your speaker install. One piece goes between your speaker and the mounting baffle, another piece goes behind the speaker, and the third piece mounts to the front of the speaker, often over the mounting screws. This third piece is actually the most important one. On modern cars with big molded door panels, there’s a great deal of space between the actual mounting surface of the speaker and the plastic door panel itself, and that’s where the problems lie. In a perfect application, like a home set-up, speakers are placed into enclosures that make them sound better and they play into the room - the same space where your ears are. In a car, it’s like you’re adding another enclosure in front of the speaker and the sound has to bounce around before it can make its way through the grill to your ears in the cabin. That’s where the foam ring comes in. The ring bridges the gap between the speaker and its baffle and the speaker grill on the door panel, ef-

fectively eliminating the extra enclosure in the space inbetween. The best part about these two upgrades is that they aren’t bank breakers. A foam ring kit generally runs $20-30. Sound deadening will be a bit more abstract since it is sometimes sold by the foot on a roll or may come in pre-cut sheets. However, in most cases, a basic deadening upgrade should be somewhere around $40-50 for materials. Of course, if you’re buying an especially nice set of speakers or are really looking to cut down on road noise, you may want to talk to your installer about treating the whole door with deadening, which will raise the price. Either way, both deadening and acoustic foam can make your next install go from good to great with pretty minimal work, so don’t miss out!

As a car audio competitor, sound-off judge, car stereo technician, and SPL brand ambassador with the "DD Kong," Aaron Trimble has been neck deep in all-things car audio since 2008. Aaron currently works as a brand representative, with Vault Marketing, for a variety of mobile electronics brands who trust Aaron to help retailers give the best experience possible to their customers. Aaron's background in retail, and his 6-year tenure at manufacturer, DD Audio, give him a unique perspective into how shops function and interface with the public. He uses this to help car, and audio, enthusiasts alike get the most from their stereo systems.

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ACCESSORIES BUYER'S GUIDE

COMPUSTAR

PRO T13 Remote Starter & Security System Compustar.com

PRO R5 Remote Car Starter Compustar.com

Compustar’s next generation of PRO 2-way remote starters features built-in proximity sensors that automatically unlock the doors when you come within 3-6 feet of your vehicle. The vibrant, color LCD gives drivers an at-a-glance view of their vehicle's status at any given time. All of these features can be controlled from an industry-leading 3-miles away at maximum range.

Compact. Powerful. All in a simple one-button remote design. The Compustar PRO R5 is capable of up to two miles of range for remote start and vehicle security commands. Compustar’s next generation of PRO 2-way remotes features built-in proximity sensors that automatically unlock the doors when you come within 3-6 feet of your vehicle.

DYNAMAT

Dynaliner Dynamat.com

SuperLite Dynamat.com

Xtreme Dynamat.com

Dynaliner is the most effective automotive thermal insulator available. Dynaliner is a soft, self-adhesive closed cell rubber that resists oil and will not hold water or promote rust or mildew like most under carpet padding. Dynaliner provides acoustic absorption and thermal insulation. Available in 1/8-, 1/4- and half-inch thicknesses. Use the thickest one that your space will allow.

Dynamat SuperLite utilizes the same VECTOR chemistry as Dynamat Xtreme in a thinner, and therefore, light weight self-adhesive sound deadener. SuperLite is 30% thinner and lighter and still outperforms other brands of damping material. The gleaming blue alloy layer is 2mm thick, and helps you get a quieter car without the weight!

Dynamat Xtreme is the highest efficiency sound deadener available. Xtreme is a self-adhesive, synthetic rubber with a heavy 4mm aluminum constraining layer. VECTOR chemistry directs the noise causing energy into silent energy. The super sticky rubber and heavy aluminum stretches and contours better than any other product on the market. Available in several different size kits. From 1.3 square feet up to 72 square feet.

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AUDIOCONTROL

DS-18

ACX-BT1 $79.99 | AudioControl.com

BBX2 $189.95 | DS18.com

Allowing users to add BT streaming audio to any system with an audio input, the AudioControl ACX-BT1 is a high resolution audio streaming receiver with AptX HD support. It features a unique 12v remote turn on output for triggering downstream amplifiers or accessories, and is IPX5 rated against mud puddle splashes and soggy weather.

The EAGLEi Black Box is designed to be the ultimate driving tool to monitor your surroundings while driving. This unit has a forward and rear facing camera with HD 1080p recording. Both front and rear cameras have a full 140 degrees of video capture. You also have GPS speed monitoring by using a GPS module. Microphone functionality is included and also recorded with playback.

IBEAM

9-Inch Touchscreen Live-Streaming Real-Time Mirror and Dual DVR $637.00 | iBEAMusa.com See the rear and front view of the vehicle in real-time with iBEAM's HD touchscreen mirror and camera kit. This large 9-inch color LCD touchscreen mirror features no lag with 1080p resolution at 30 fps for both cameras. A built-in dual-channel DVR captures the front and rear video feeds simultaneously to prevent liability in case of an accident, and has a G-sensor to prevent the video from being overwritten. Includes optional ADAS features for lane detection and forward collision warnings.

IBEAM

360 Degree Dashcam Mirror Monitor $392.00 | iBEAMusa.com

360 Degree Interior Dash Camera with Rearview Camera $314.00 | iBEAMusa.com

Upgrade your rearview mirror to one that will help you keep an eye on everything, whether you're driving or away from your vehicle. The rear camera lets you see what's behind you, while the interior view captures what's going on inside. Different recording modes for this interior and exterior dashcam mirror allow you to capture motion-activated video or timelapse photos while away, in addition to your driving history. It features 1080p HD recording and has a built-in 4.5-inch touchscreen monitor.

Record everything going on while driving - both inside and out! Mount the HD 1080p dash camera onto the windshield for a complete 360-degree view from the driver's perspective, including the interior of the vehicle, audio recording, and snapshot capability. Mount the rearview camera on the back of the vehicle for 130 degrees of rear horizontal visuals and backup vision. Ideal for rideshare drivers or those looking for extra assurance from both interior and exterior vehicle video recording.

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ACCESSORIES BUYER'S GUIDE

KENWOOD

KICKER

DRV-A700WDP Compact Dash Cam Package. Kenwood.com

Value Wiring Kits Kicker.com

This dual camera package is equipped with a 3.7 megapixel wide quad hi-vision front camera, and 2.0 megapixel high-vision rear camera. Offers simple recording and provides easy data transfer to your smartphone through Wireless Link. HDR (high dynamic range) and WDR (wide dynamic range) for backlighting. Easily records clear images in dark or well lit settings without underexposing or overexposing the image. It's equipped with a G-sensor and GPS.

This complete 8-gauge amp kit comes complete with Full Spec power and ground wire, speaker wire, interconnect cable, fusing, fuse holder and hardware. Hooking up an amp is easy when you get everything you need in one place. The best hardware, signal, and power cable comes in one convenient package. Get an additional year of warranty when you buy a Kicker amp with this kit. All kits include pure, full-spec oxygen-free copper cabling for max power transfer, superior bass response, and signal clarity.

MOMENTO DASH CAMERAS

M6 Smart Wi-Fi Dash Camera $449.99 | MomentoCam.com Wi-Fi enabled full HD 1080p dash camera system including front camera, rear camera, GPS antenna, and 32GB micro-SD memory card. The M6 is Momento’s first dash cam that connects to your smartphone by creating a small and secure Wi-Fi hotspot inside your vehicle that only you can access through the Momento app. In addition to giving you easy access to your video files, the Momento App also provides additional driving insights such as speed, location, and trip data.

METRA ELECTRONICS

107-UN02 Universal Floating Mount MetraOnline.com Engineered exclusively for the Pioneer Modular Solutions DMH-C2500NEX and DMH-C2500NEX 6.8-inch touchscreen receivers. The 107-UN02 is designed to "float" the modular Pioneer touchscreen display panel in front of a vehicle's original radio location using a series of included brackets, and easily mount the Pioneer hide-away chassis into the radio/pocket location of more than 250 existing Metra Double-DIN kits for 1990 to current vehicle applications. A vehicle-specific Double-DIN Metra dash kit, sold separately, is required for use with the 107-UN02.

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TurboTouch Dash Kit for 1999-2003 Lexus RX300 MetraOnline.com This kit is designed to fit ISO singleDIN radio provisions with a pocket, or double-DIN radio provisions. It features a 4.3-inch 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: gray with black trim or tan with black trim.

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STINGER

PMX-BTUR $109.99 | RockfordFosgate.com

SwitchHUB $119.99 | StingerElectronics.com

The PMX-BTUR is a universal Bluetooth remote control designed for use with audio systems that utilize a mobile device as a source with Bluetooth connectivity. Adjust volume, track, play, and pause on Android or Apple mobile devices. The Bluetooth 4.0 Smart Ready receiver quickly and easily pairs with your mobile device using an easy one-button pairing control. Remote can be configured as a hand-held control, or steering wheel applications using the included bezel and Velcro strap. IP67 rated for protection against water intrusion.

SwitchHUB is a solid-state, high current relay block with four independent outputs. One 40A and three 20A outputs, for a combined total of 100A continuous. Each output can be independently triggered by either a positive or negative trigger and those outputs can be combined for even more amperage capability. Each output has a thermal overload, and short circuit protection along with LED status indicators for the thermal/overload, active/ inactive status.

KNUKONCEPTZ

KCA-K4 4 Gauge Installation Kit $26.99 | KnuKonceptz.com KnuKonceptz has expanded its neon colored battery cable offerings to their amplifier installation kits. The KCA-K4 4 Gauge complete installation kit, which features an oversized copper clad aluminum conductor, is the first to be released in Kandy Green. Bright, neon colored wire or "Kandy" battery cable is available in limited production in blue, green, orange, and purple.

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SCOSCHE

Set Screw Flush Mount Ring Terminals From $8.99 | KnuKonceptz.com

ProClip Mount for 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler Scosche.com

Sold as pairs with red/black heat shrink, KnuKonceptz flush mount set screw ring terminals provide an offset flush mount, which provides that extra space you may need connecting grounds or battery cables to your alternator's battery post. Available in 0 and 4 gauge.

This center dash mount is custom fit for 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK and fits models with, and without, factory navigation. It attaches just above the center screen and hooks on top using the upper coin tray. The horizontal vehicle mount faceplate gives the user the freedom to mount their device to the left or right several inches. An official Mopar licensed accessory.

VIZUALOGIC

Omni 8 VizualogicDirect.com Vizualogic's Omni 8 is a removable 8-inch Android tablet headrest system that replaces the factory's headrest with the same materials for a seamless fit and finish into the vehicle. Connect the tablet to a wireless hotspot and passengers can download all your favorite apps and movies from the Google Play Store. When the tablet is locked and docked safely into the PerfectMatch Headrest passengers can play DVDs with the built in DVD player.

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AMPS AND DSPS BUYER'S GUIDE

AUDIOCONTROL

KENWOOD

ACX-300.4 $399.99 | AudioControl.com

LC.5-1300 $899.99 | AudioControl.com

eXcelon KFC-XW1221HP $248 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

AudioControl’s ACX-300.4 all-weather amplifier delivers honest power levels to the sound system in your boat, UTV, motorcycle, and more. For a two or four channel system, the ACX-300.4 will ensure your open-air speakers deliver plenty of punch and clarity, all day long. Installer-friendly, heavy gauge quick-connect wiring makes installation quick and painless, making the ACX-300.4 all-weather amplifier the perfect solution for your next adventure.

The AudioControl LC-5.1300 brings five channels of sonic purity and unprecedented levels of power. It accepts preamp and speaker level inputs, and can be configured to sum up to six channels of input for effortless integration with factory or aftermarket sound systems. A versatile crossover section gives you total control, while the patented AccuBass circuit will keep bass consistent at all volumes. The LC-5.1300's impressive power levels are backed by intuitive controls and the easiest integration.

The Kenwood eXcelon KFC-XW1221HP 12-inch high power class subwoofer features 500 W RMS and 2,000 W peak power! It's PP dual area cone gives its diaphragm the rigidity required for higher power handling and delivers more accurate bass. The KFCXW1221HP has a robust thermal management system, implemented with an aluminum bobbin, closed yoke design, and advanced airflow control.

AUNEX

AC1100.5D - Class-D 5-Channel Amplifier $449.99 | AunexUSA.com + RMS POWER/CHANNEL: 151-200 W + REQUENCY RESPONSE: 10Hz-30kHz + ROSSOVERS: Fully Variable

The versatile feature pack AC1100.5D amplifier from Aunex is designed for complete system amplification. This sleek compact 5 Channel utilizes the newest IR chipsets by International Rectifier and makes amplifying an entire system a snap since you are only installing one amplifier that can easily power your front/rear speakers and a subwoofer. Each AC1100.5D includes a remote gain control which allows you to adjust the subwoofer output from a remote.

DD AUDIO

HERTZ

M3d $1,350 | DDAudio.com

ZVL $175 | DDAudio.com

Marine HMD8 DSP $1,650 | HertzAudioVideo.com

The latest revision of the M3d amplifier pushes the design limits of the traditional M Series circuit as far as it can go. The power supplies have been optimized to better support the immense internal power demands when listeners push their system to the edge of its capability. Externally, the chassis has been revised for better cooling and optional aesthetic upgrades. These amps are also the first offerings from DD to be ZVL ready making multi amp systems easier to set up and control.

The ZVL is a multi-amplifier synching module designed to allow a user to link, strap, and tune the preamps of multiple amplifiers from a single module for precision control of large mobile audio systems. The ZVL is universally compatible, but it was designed to work seamlessly with DD's new M Series amplifiers ZVL Input. The ZVL can be used as active RCA distribution to sync full range amps, or a combination of sub and full range making installing multi-amp setups easier, cleaner, and quicker.

The HMD8 DSP, with Hertz Marine DSP technology, offers rich new highs of listening pleasure during navigation. DSP user friendly PC-software interface makes the setup process a breeze, exploiting every ounce of performance from the installed speaker system. The amazing power of 8 x 85 W or 4 x 260 W RMS gives the HMD 8DSP the capability to drive with authority the complete speaker system generating tons of crystal clear SPL up to 3 different zones of the vessel, along w/ anti-corrosion treated PCB.

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JL AUDIO

KENWOOD

VX1000/5i Amplifier $1,169.99 | JLAudio.com

eXcelon X802-5 $479 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

eXcelon XR901-5 $649 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

Designed to simplify great audio, every VXi amplifier combines JL Audio’s advanced NexD2 switching amplifier technology with an integrated, full-featured digital signal processor. Employing their second generation NexD2 amplifier technology, the VX1000/5i efficiently powers a complete audio system. All amplifier adjustments and DSP functionality are configured via a compatible external device (PC, tablet or smartphone), with the JL Audio TüN Software application installed.

The Kenwood eXcelon X802-5 Class-D 5-channel power amplifier with rich and immersive high-resolution audio. Output coil with magnetic shield prevents magnetic flux from radiating from the subwoofer's coil, resulting in reduced noise and enhanced sound quality. With a sliding terminal cover, variable gain circuit, one-sided connection, speaker level input harness, and ready for optional wired level control.

The Kenwood eXcelon XR901-5 5-channel Class-D power amplifier built with high performance capacitors and inductors. Hi-Res Audio capable of rich and immersive sound and deep bass. CEA-2006 rated at 600 watts.

KICKER

CX Amplifiers Kicker.com Kicker’s CX-Series amplifier technology provides clean, powerful music in nearly any vehicle on the road today, without changing your radio or adding a line-out converter. These powerful amps work with as little as nine volts of power from your battery, and as much as 40 volts (400 watts) of speaker-level input signal. With Kicker’s FIT+ (Fail-safe Integration Technology-PLUS), you get outstanding noise rejection - even with premium factory audio systems.

KENWOOD

KICKER

NAKAMICHI

KAC-M1814 $199 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

KEYLOC Smart Line-Out Converter Kicker.com

N60t $1,799.95 | NakamichiCarAudio.com

Introducing the next generation of KENWOOD’s compact digital amplifier, the KAC-M1815 compact 4-channel amplifier for marine and motorsports! Conformal coated for multi-application use. Class-D amplifier with up to 60 W RMS per channel.

In the pursuit to get the best sound possible from your stereo system that features both factory and aftermarket gear, KEYLOC’s patent-pending KEY algorithm automatically detects and analyzes crossovers, EQ, time delay, and all-pass filters present, and then it will levelmatch the left and right audio channels. Once analyzed, it corrects these various filters to give you the smoothest frequency response possible, giving you a clean, uncolored audio signal for your aftermarket gear.

Nakamichi's N60t is their premium line class-AB tube amplifier, providing up to 150 watts of power through each of its 6 channels. With its transparent, durable acrylic top cover and gloss finished logo plate, the N series of amplifiers are designed to deliver clean, warm sound to the most demanding of speakers, and look good while doing so.

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AMPS AND DSPS BUYER'S GUIDE

NAKAMICHI

NDS6120 $649.95 | NakamichiCarAudio.com

NGXA120.4 $314.95 | NakamichiCarAudio.com

Digital Signal Processor with 6 inputs and 12 outputs. Features a 31-band tunable EQ. PC and Android software are also available. Small and un-obstructive, with its internal isolated power supply means the NDS6120 can fit into almost any space in your vehicle, and keep it hidden from view.

A 4-channel, class-AB amplifier with variable high- and low-pass filters and built in Bass Boost EQ. Bridgeable into 2-ohms. Supports 110W by 4 channels, and a S/N ratio of 90dB.

PAC

APSUB-GM61 for GM 2014-2019 Models $179.95 | PAC-Audio.com AmpPRO SUB advanced amplifier interface for select GM 2014-2019 models. AmpPRO SUB products seamlessly integrate with the data bus, allowing for full control and optimum sound from a factory radio when adding aftermarket amplifiers. Upgrade solution for factory, fixed level, data-bus controlled sound systems. Timesaving design prevents the need for audio correction devices. Provides flat-low frequency audio output.

ROCKFORD FOSGATE

R2-X5001 - Class-D Amplifier $219.99 | RockfordFosgate.com The R2-500X1 is a 500-watt, class-D amplifier, capable of operating at 4 ohm or 2 ohm mono. This amplifier is extremely efficient because of its class D technology which reduces demand on the vehicle's electrical system. The amp also features C.L.E.A.N. circuitry to help you adjust your gain settings, a P.O.W.E.R. supply that generates more power as voltage increases, and integrated Punch EQ that corrects for acoustic deficiencies while delivering up to 3X the bass. Perfect for subwoofers, a variable infrasonic filter and remote level control allows you to tune the bass for the desired level for the music.

PHOENIX GOLD

SONY

SOUNDIGITAL

GX1200.6 $579.99 | PhoenixGold.com

XM-GS6DSP $399.99 | Sony.com

1200.2 EVOX $699 | SounDigitalUSA.com

The GX 1200.6 6-channel, class-D amplifier is designed to cover a multitude of installation needs. Included in the line are proprietary PG quick connects for high current capability and reliability, while enabling clean and quick installations. The chassis has been optimized by utilizing BFD (Balanced Flow Dissipation) to keep the amplifier running cool when the music is hot.

With 6 channels of class-D amplification, the XM-GS6DSP drives a variety of speaker configurations. Fill your car with 45 W x 4 (4 ohms) of clean and dynamic sound plus 600 W (2 ohms bridged) of subwoofer power. All from a compact amp, with minimal interference for audio that’s crystal clear, even at its loudest.

The 1200.2 EVOX comes in a 2 ohm or 4 ohm variant. Can be used as a 1,200 watt subwoofer amplifier, or as a 2-channel amplifier at 600 watts per channel depending on what your system design needs.

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HEAD UNITS

BUYER'S GUIDE

ALPINE ELECTRONICS

The iLX-W650 has a 7-inch, two-finger swipe touchscreen on a shallow-mount chassis that can fit into most dash applications. Listen to your music, respond to texts, or make phone calls with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in Bluetooth wireless calling and audio streaming. The compact design allows you to mount one of Alpine's Power Pack amplifiers (KTA-450 and KTA-200M, sold separately) behind the head unit with Alpine's awardwinning PowerStack design.

Alpine Halo9 gives you smartphone control with a 9-inch customizable touchscreen on the iconic floating display that fits into most single-DIN dash applications. With Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in Bluetooth wireless calling and audio streaming, your music, texts, and calls are just a touch or voice command away. An HDMI input and output is available for an all-digital audio and video connection. Compatible with iDatalink Maestro, and retains your factory vehicle controls.

The Alpine Halo11 is the largest display on the market with an 11-inch customizable touchscreen on the iconic floating display that fits into most single-DIN dash applications. With Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and built-in Bluetooth wireless calling and audio streaming, your music, texts, and calls are just a touch or voice command away. An HDMI input and output is available for an all-digital audio and video connection. Compatible with iDatalink Maestro, and retains your factory vehicle controls.

iLX-W650 7-Inch Shallow-Chassis Multimedia Receiver w/ PowerStack $299.95 | Alpine-USA.com

Halo9 Multimedia Receiver w/ 9-inch Customizable Touchscreen Display $699.95 | Alpine-USA.com

Halo11 Multimedia Receiver w/ 11-Inch Floating Touchscreen Display $999.95 | Alpine-USA.com

JENSEN

CAR1000 $359.99 | JensenMobile.com The CAR1000 features a 10.1-inch LCD touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, built-in Bluetooth technology with handsfree calling, music streaming, ID3 tags and phonebook support, internal mic, push-to-talk button to access smartphone voice assistant, front panel microSD card input, front and rear USB input (front 1A, rear 1.5A fast charging), 200 Watts max power (50 W x 4) MOSFET, three pairs of 4V RCA preamp outputs, and backup camera input.

PASMAG

JENSEN

CAR8000 $399.99 | JensenMobile.com The CAR8000 features a 10.1-inch LCD touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, CD/ DVD playback, built-in Bluetooth technology with hands-free calling, music streaming, ID3 tags and phonebook support, internal mic, push-to-talk button to access smartphone voice assistant, front panel microSD card input, front and rear USB input, 200 Watts max power (50 W x 4) MOSFET, three pairs of 4V RCA preamp outputs, backup camera input (RCA), and steering wheel control input.

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JENSEN

JVC

The CMR2720 media receiver features a full-color 7-inch resistive touchscreen, built-in Bluetooth with hands-free calling, phonebook support and music streaming with ID3 tags, J-Link smart remote app for Apple and Android smartphones, push-to-talk to access smartphone voice assistant, front panel microSD card reader, 3.5mm AUX and USB inputs, front and rear camera inputs, rear RCA audio/video input, and 3 sets of preamp outputs (front/rear/sub).

Have more fun in the sun with JVC's KD-MR1BTS marine digital media receiver. A 2.7-inch color display makes it easy to dial in stations or weather band info on the radio's global tuner. JVC incorporates a USB input so you can access your favorite music files, while built-in Bluetooth lets you stream music from your smartphone. Get ready to rock the water. It features a built-in back-up camera input and is SiriusXM ready. It's IPX6 rated waterproof for supreme outdoor performance!

The KW-M560BT features a 6.8-inch capacitive touch screen, and is ready for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It has three pre-outs, a reverse camera input, 1 AV input and 1 AV output. Sound quality includes a 13-band EQ with digital time alignment. It has a shallow chassis mounting depth of under 3 inches. It is SiriusXM ready, and has the ability to mirror compatible Android phones. With JVC's gesture touch control, you can use finger movements on the screen to control key functions like track and volume.

CMR2720 $109.99 | JensenMobile.com

KD-MR1BTS $349.95 | Us.JVC.com

KW-M560BT $299.95 | US.JVC.com

JVC

KW-Z1000W Us.JVC.com The JVC KW-Z1000W digital media receiver featuring a large 10.1-inch HD screen, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, HDMI input, four-cam input, high-resolution audio, iDatalink Maestro ready, Bluetooth with two-phone full time connection, 13-band EQ with time alignment, and Hi-Res audio playback.

KENWOOD

The KENWOOD KMM-X704 is enhanced for 2020 with Alexa built-in, Bluetooth version 4.2, and iAP2 support for Apple Music / iTunes Radio. Continued highlights include built-in HD radio, variable color illumination and SiriusXM Ready.

The KENWOOD eXcelon Reference DNR1007XR navigation receiver has built-in Garmin Navigation, is both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ready via wired or wireless connection. It features four camera Inputs, three pre-outs at 5 volts, 13-band EQ and DSP with 3-way crossover, and parametric EQ selections. It is SiriusXM ready, ADS Maestro RR/RR2 ready and features a 10.1-inch floating panel HD 1280 x 720 optically bonded display.

KMM-X704 $189 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

DNR1007XR $1,599.95 | Kenwood.com

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KENWOOD

eXcelon DMX1057XR $1,699 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca The Kenwood eXcelon Reference DMX1057XR 10.1-inch floating panel digital media receiver with high definition capacitive touch display, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. The best audio experience with Hi-Res audio compatibility. Also with iDatalink Maestro compatibility for enhanced vehicle integration, and topped off with built-in Wi-Fi and four camera inputs.

NAKAMICHI

NQ911B $129.95 | NakamichiCarAudio.com Single DIN DVD receiver with a detachable face. Outputs for both video and audio. Includes a wireless remote control and a 4-channel pre-amp output. Hardware inputs include auxiliary and USB ports.

NAKAMICHI

A double-DIN DVD multimedia receiver with CarPlay and Android Auto. Able to read FLAC and Hi-Res files, this head unit offers a wide variety of inputs including A/V, auxiliary, SD card, and USB input. Features a 6-channel pre-amp output.

Single DIN mechless media receiver with Bluetooth. Front panel features hardware USB and auxiliary inputs. Boasts a deluxe display and built-in EQ. Offers a 4-channel pre-amp output.

NA3605 $349.95 | NakamichiCarAudio.com

PASMAG

NQ721BE $94.95 | NakamichiCarAudio.com

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SONY

PIONEER ELECTRONICS

This media receiver's huge 8.95-inch (22.7-cm) display seamlessly hovers over your dashboard and works in a single-DIN space. The sturdy mount can be adjusted in three directions to allow for flexible installation in a wide variety of vehicles. Connect a compatible Apple or Android smartphone to get directions, stream music, and more.

The 8-inch DMH-C5500NEX receiver provides vehicles with a lower-level trim to be upgraded to the same level or higher than even the top OEM trim levels, enabling features such as a larger LCD screen, navigation, and connectivity. The unit features a modular design, combining a large touchscreen display with a hideaway control unit that installers can tuck into separate compartments of the car, and providing vehicles with limited dash space a premium upgrade solution for drivers’ entertainment needs.

XAV-AX8000 $599.99 | Sony.com

DMH-C5500NEX $650 | PioneerElectronics.com

PIONEER ELECTRONICS DMH-WC5700NEX PioneerElectronics.com

The DMH-WC5700NEX includes Alexa Built-in, Android Auto (wired/wireless), Apple CarPlay (wired/wireless), plus a variety of multimedia entertainment capabilities. The 6.8-inch touchscreen DMH-WC5700NEX is similar in design and features to the 9-inch DMH-WC6600NEX introduced in 2020, but with the ability to fit a wider variety of vehicles including traditional double-DIN applications.

SONY

Enjoy intuitive and simple control for every journey with Apple CarPlay connectivity and a responsive 6.2-inch diagonal touchscreen. The ergonomic rotary dial makes operation distraction-free. Turn it to control volume, or push the integrated button to launch sound control menus. Alternatively, hold the button to use voice commands.

Connect your compatible Apple or Android smartphone to get directions, stream music, and more from a smooth, bezel-less display that integrates seamlessly with your dashboard. The 6.95-inch (17.6 cm)-diagonal capacitive touchscreen ensures everything is simple and easy to use.

With body-shaking power of 45 W x 4 RMS to rival an external amp, you’ll feel every beat and bass line as you cruise along. A responsive 6.95inch (17.6 cm) capacitive touchscreen, now with anti-glare feature, gives you seamless control throughout your journey. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make it safer and easier than ever to navigate, communicate, and play music on the road. Just connect your smartphone to the XAV-AX7000 to see everything you need on the large touchscreen.

XAV-AX1000 $299.99 | Sony.com

XAV-AX5500 $449.99 | Sony.com

XAV-AX7000 $599.99 | Sony.com

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SPEAKERS BUYER'S GUIDE

AUDISON

CADENCE

Prima AP2 $225 | Audison.eu

Thesis TH K2 II A Cora $3,000 | Audison.eu

XT60C2 Bullet Tweeters $103.99 | CadenceSound.com

Prima AP 2 wide range reproduces the entire range of mid and high frequencies and is perfect for cars of the GM, Ford, and Toyota group with 50 mm (2 inch) OEM placements in the dashboard or A-pillar, where it is combined with an elliptical woofer in the car door. The compact size and excellent electroacoustic parameters make it ideal also to be used as a midrange in 3-way systems, as a surround speaker or as a central channel, housed in OEM placements.

The Audison Thesis TH K2 II A Coro is designed to transfer the precious musical message of the Thesis electronics with absolute fidelity, with the ambition to be absolutely transparent, leaving room only to the emotion evoked by the music. The search for the best acoustic result was based upon overcoming the intrinsic limits of traditional loudspeakers. Through a finite element simulation software (FEM) conceived by the Audison R&D team, a mathematical model was developed.

Sold in pairs, the Cadence XT60 is a 1-inch titanium bullet tweeter popular for pro audio. The XT60 has a titanium dome structure with ferro-fluid cooling. The motor is a high density neodymium, motor structure. This tweeter is said to be heard from blocks away. Sometimes, size doesn’t matter.

GROUND ZERO

HERTZ

GZRC 165 Anniversary Speakers $399.99 | GroundZeroUSA.com

SPL Show ST25K NEO $330 | HertzAudioVideo.com

SPL Show SX165 NEO $330 | HertzAudioVideo.com

Limited edition 6.5-inch 2-way component speaker released for Ground Zero's 25th anniversary. Features an aluminum cone and rubber surround, coated silk dome tweeter, and resonance free steel basket with anticorrosive coating. Boasts 130 W RMS power and 200 W peak power.

ST 25K NEO high efficiency compression driver. NEO line bullet tweeters are a totally new project, lighter and more compact compared to the previous ST 25, and with superior performance thanks to the use of Neodymium N38 H for the motor units and a FEM (Finite Element Method) optimized driver/horn design. The kit version, ST 25K Neo, features metallic mesh grille and inline crossover filter included. Ready for high output on motorcycles, UTVs or wherever good quality loud sound is needed.

Totally new NEO SPL coaxial SX 165 NEO cone is made with nature-proof high stiffness pressed-paper featuring innovative water/humidity resistant and anti-UV treatments. The double layer copper voice coil, wound on polyamide former ensures unparalleled power handling. New motors units are made of special Neodymium N38 H to obtain a minimum bulk and increased performance. SX 165 NEO features a large Hi-SPL 1.4-inch PEI dome tweeter with resettable solidstate protection circuit for added reliability.

KENWOOD

eXcelon XR-1701 $299 Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

INFINITY

Kappa Series Speakers InfinitySpeakers.com The Infinity Kappa Series speakers are available in a range of standard sizes. Kappa’s Plus One fiberglass woofer delivers tight, robust bass and high-output, while the 0.75-inch edge-driven textile dome tweeters deliver highs reaching upto 40kHz. The 2 and 3-inch midrange speaker’s bandpass crossovers are available to upgrade various two-way component systems into three-way systems. Additionally, the super-compact 3-inch midrange speaker offers a plug and play solution with a low-frequency response to 300Hz and high sensitivity.

PASMAG

The Kenwood eXcelon Reference XR speakers are precisely designed for high-resolution audio to create a truly authentic listening experience with every detail and nuance. The glass fiber cone combines high-strength with lightweight materials, allowing the speaker to reproduce all sounds from impactful bass notes to delicate tones. Asymmetrical thickness of the surround roll shape provides better focussed bass.

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KENWOOD

eXcelon XR-1801P $499 Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca The Kenwood eXcelon Reference XR-1801P Hi-Res Audio Component Speaker System is precisely designed for High-Resolution audio to create a truly authentic listening experience with every detail and nuance. The glass fiber cone combines high-strength with lightweight materials, allowing the speaker to reproduce all sounds from impactful bass notes to delicate tones. The circle rib provides enhanced woofer stability, ensuring bass is deep and clear.

KENWOOD

KFC-1673MRWL $249 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca The Kenwood KFC-1673MRWL 6.75-inch 2-way marine speakers with built-in LED lights! The sound you expect and equipped for life outdoors. Light up your outdoor sound experience! Boasts 75 W RMS power, and 260 W peak power.

KICKER

KS Series 2-Way Component Speakers Kicker.com The KSS269 high-performance component upgrade system is made-to-fit with a pair of 6x9-inch woofers and 2.75inch mid/tweeters, required in many of today’s vehicles. Also included are three custom bracketing options, built specifically for a drop-in fit in GM, Ford, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and select Asian import factoryspeaker locations. A convenient in-line crossover network is also included with every KS system for versatile fitment in most any door or dash location.

JVC

CS-DR620MBL $239 | JVC.com / JVC.ca The JVC CS-DR620MBL offers a tough design that conforms to the IPX5 standard, so you can enjoy high-quality music playback even under the harsh environment of marine and motorsports use. The speakers are also equipped with LED illumination so you can choose your favorite color that suits your mood or music.

NAKAMICHI

SONY

CS-DR621MWL $239 | JVC.com / JVC.ca

NS6Q3 NakamichiCarAudio.com

XS-GS1631C $399.99 | Sony.com

The JVC CS-DR621MWL offers a tough design that conforms to the IPX5 standard, so you can enjoy high-quality music playback even under the harsh environment of marine and motorsports use. The speakers are also equipped with LED illumination so you can choose your favorite color that suits your mood or music.

The NS6Q3 is a 6.5-inch 3-way Audiophile Series component set with sealed back midrange and rotating tweeter. Includes Linkwitz-Riley crossover networks. Features a composite cone and rubber surround, as well as a textile tweeter. Boasts 250 W peak power.

This 3-way component speaker features Sony’s original MRC Aramid Fiber Matrix cone equipped 6.5-inch (16-cm) driver, a newly developed 3.5-inch (8-cm) mid-range driver with neodymium magnet for superior response and a compact frame for easy installation, and a new 1-inch soft dome tweeter for smooth and accurate high frequency response. Boasts 120 W RMS power and 320 W peak power.

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SUBWOOFERS

CADENCE

BUYER'S GUIDE

JBL

KENWOOD

US12 $170.99 | CadenceSound.com

BassPro Go $549.95 | JBL.com

eXcelon KFC-XW1041 $199 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

Ultra Shock subwoofers are engineered for performance and sound quality. New materials were used for surround and spider, revised stronger baskets, and improved stronger/larger motor structures. The surround is now a rugged santoprene rubber surround that will support long linear excursions with improved reliability. The high flex life Conex spider/damper has been revised in roll shape and material to compliment the improved surround.

A hybrid automobile subwoofer and portable speaker, this versatile speaker system connects music enthusiasts to JBL’s Signature Sound for an exceptional audio experience on-the-go. When docked inside the vehicle’s trunk, the JBL BassPro Go adds powerful bass to the existing car audio system, delivering sound performance equivalent to a traditional aftermarket subwoofer system. Engineered with a subwoofer and two passive radiators, the sub system allows users to enhance the bass response to their listening preferences. The JBL BassPro Go also operates as a portable Bluetooth speaker when undocked from the vehicle.

The Kenwood eXcelon KFC-XW1041 is a 10-inch entry class subwoofer with 1,300 W peak power and 300 W RMS. It's X-Motif cone controls resonance frequency and cuts unnecessary frequency, delivering powerful and solid bass response. The KFC-XW1041 has a robust thermal management system implemented with an aluminum bobbin, closed yoke design, and advanced airflow control.

KENWOOD

KICKER

eXcelon KFC-XW1221HP $248 | Kenwood.com / Kenwood.ca

CompR DCWR12 Loaded Enclosure $459.95 | Kicker.com

You want ready-made big bass. You want to get it easily, and you don’t want to build a custom box. Here’s the CompR subwoofer enclosure! To make their subs even more reliable, Kicker engineers developed forced-air cooling to help the CompR subs run 25% cooler. Built for extreme bass, any Kicker sub box uses extensive internal bracing, thick MDF construction, and custom embroidery. Boasts 1,000 W RMS power and 2,000 W peak power.

KICKER

Hideaway 10-inch Compact Powered Subwoofer $349.95 | Kicker.com Kicker has added a powerful 10-inch version of the Hideaway Compact Powered Subwoofer to its line of bass products. Adding a larger speaker and more power (180 watts) to the Hideaway’s already popular feature set, Kicker engineers ensured the new larger cone would barely alter the Hideaway’s near universal fit in modern vehicles. A highly convenient form factor, the HS10’s all-aluminum body readily fits under a seat, in a trunk or behind a truck bench. Remote bass control included.

KICKER

CompR CWR15 Subwoofer $299.95 | Kicker.com The all-new CompR sub is the very model of power and reliability. Play them loud. Play them hard. Play them all day. With a double-stacked magnet, the CompR provides powerful bass and a thunderous low-end response for the thump you crave when the volume knob needs a workout. To make their subs even more reliable, Kicker engineers developed forced-air cooling to help CompR subs run 25% cooler. Boasts 800 W RMS power and 1,600 W peak power.

PASMAG

KICKER

TRTP Down-Firing Loaded Enclosure $299.95 | Kicker.com Kicker has developed and perfected three new, ultrathin, down-firing loaded enclosures, dubbed the TRTPSeries. Included in each enclosure is the popular Kicker CompRT thin subwoofer, alongside a resurgent reFLEX passive radiator for a significant upgrade in bass without increasing overall depth. Barely six inches high, TRTP enclosures are built to fit anywhere from behind the seat of a pickup to the back cargo area of a hatchback.

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PHOENIX GOLD

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PIONEER ELECTRONICS

GX Subwoofers $275.00 | PhoenixGold.com The Phoenix Gold GX subwoofers are engineered for heart pounding performance and a breathtaking sound experience. These subwoofers feature advanced MLB and CFL3 technologies. Pair GX subwoofers with the GX amplifiers and create an unbeatable combination of sound quality and dynamic performance. Dual cone design to strengthen the rigidity of the woofer’s cone body to minimize the distortion while increasing the handling of high pressure produced in the subwoofer enclosure. A magnetic FEA high efficiency motor provides the highest possible efficient motor design.

TS-WX010A Compact Powered Subwoofer PioneerElectronics.com Measuring only 9 inches wide, 4.625 inches deep, 2.75 inches high,and weighing just under 3.5 pounds, the TSWX010A is the smallest and lightest powered subwoofer in the Pioneer lineup. Featuring a unique 6.625 x 3.125-inch rectangular woofer with a low mass / high strength aluminum cone, urethane surround and highpower magnetic circuit housed in a down firing sealed enclosure made of high-grade resin, the TS-WX010A is powered by a built-in Class-D amplifier rated at 50 W RMS output (160 W maximum).

ROCKFORD FOSGATE

P300-12T $269.99 | RockfordFosgate.com The Punch P300-12T is an all in one slim solution for dropping bass in any factory or aftermarket truck. Features a 12-inch high output woofer with a 300-watt class-D amplifier with built-in low-pass crossover, bass EQ and phase switch. Equipped with traditional RCA inputs for aftermarket systems and speaker level inputs that allow connection to factory radios with an intelligent auto turn-of/off circuit that eliminates the need for a turn-on wire. Enclosure is precision constructed using MDF for the best acoustical properties and covered with heat activated vinyl finish to resist marks.

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XS-AW8 $299.99 | Sony.com Enrich your in-car listening with the XS-AW8 compact powered subwoofer. The slim design allows installation in restricted spaces, and fills your car with 160-W peak power (75-W RMS) of clean, dynamic bass. A supplied wired remote enables convenient level control from the driver's seat.

ROCKFORD FOSGATE

P2D4-12 Subwoofer $149.99 | RockfordFosgate.com The P2 12-inch subwoofer continues the Rockford Fosgate tradition of delivering a punch! Kevlar fiber reinforced paper cones deliver bass impact you can feel. Suspension features VAST surround technology to increase surface cone area up to 25%, and dual linear spiders with embedded 16 AWG tinsel leads. The extended pole-piece and vented bumped backplate accommodates high excursion. Custom 10-AWG nickel plated push terminals allow for easy connectivity. Designed for optimum performance in sealed and vented enclosures. Includes diamond cut cast aluminum trim ring. Optional grille-insert available.

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