EISA Awards

In-Car Electronics Awards 2012-2013

European In-Car Amplifier 2012-2013

Alpine PDX-V9

European In-Car Amplifier 2012-2013 - Alpine PDX-V9

A modern amplifier should be compact and energy efficient, just like the new PDX-V9: a full-range five-channel Class D amplifier with excellent characteristics, huge power, impressive bandwidth and perfect speaker-control at low frequencies. The built-in advanced micro-processor system provides intelligent power- and temperature-management, which adds up to outstanding sound quality. You might expect this to come from a big, heavy unit, but Alpine has managed to reduce the size of the new PDX, even compared to its predecessor. The compact size, stacking system and stylish looks allow both practical and elegant installation, as it befits a modern In-Car amplifier like this.

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European In-Car Subwoofer 2012-2013

Audison Voce AV 10

European In-Car Subwoofer 2012-2013 - Audison Voce AV 10

Audison has designed a great speaker, with an attractive shape and great Italian style. The company’s engineers have used the most powerful software to design, simulate and define all the details that make the sound of this speaker unique. You can input a lot of power and every kind of music into its copper-clad aluminium wire voice coil, getting clean and accurate response thanks to well dimensioned magnets, triple wave surround and hi-tech cooling flow. It is a simple, but extremely refined speaker, that is compact and able to work effectively even in small boxes.

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European In-Car Speaker System 2012-2013

GLADEN AEROSPACE 165.2 active

European In-Car Speaker System 2012-2013 - GLADEN AEROSPACE 165.2 active

Have you ever been to space? The easiest way is to start with aerospace technology. This is exactly what has been implemented in the GLADEN AEROSPACE 165.2 active two-way speaker system. The newest technologies, such as the creatively engineered and precisely manufactured basket, seven-layer sandwich woofer cone and the low-resonance dome tweeter, all result in a high-class speaker system that satisfies the highest demands of audiophile enthusiasts and SQ competitors. Aerospace technology just landed in your car but without an astronomical price.

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European In-Car High-End 2012-2013

Ground Zero GZPW Reference 18 + GZPT Reference 28

European In-Car High-End 2012-2013 - Ground Zero GZPW Reference 18 + GZPT Reference 28

When simply the best is not good enough, these Ground Zero Reference speakers are the high-end components you have been looking for. These handmade high-end speakers are simply different. The GZPW Reference 18 mid-bass driver features a composite paper cone, a sophisticated ceramic/neodymium hybrid magnet structure and a copper ring, which together provide an excellent low-frequency response and very low distortion across the entire frequency range.
The GZPT Reference 28 tweeter is unique for its bandwidth and linearity. This silk dome tweeter uses internal dampening in its aluminium housing for low resonance frequency and for smooth transition to the mid-bass.
This two-way system exhibits detailed, natural and fascinating sound. What else would you expect?

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European In-Car Processor 2012-2013

Helix C-DSP

European In-Car Processor 2012-2013 - Helix C-DSP

Helix has taken all its experience in digital sound processing and combined it with the latest and best technology to create the Helix C-DSP. Each of its eight independent channels is equipped with line- and speaker-level inputs, as well as an optical S/PDIF input. Inside the compact and stylish housing the signal is tailored by state-of-the-art circuitry, using true audiophile-grade components and a dual high-speed microprocessor. Each channel contains an equalizer of unprecedented power and precision, as well as a fully configurable set of filters and time-alignment circuitry. The unit can be controlled from a PC with a USB cable, upgrades and setups can be downloaded and transferred from a micro-SD card.

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European Smart Connectivity 2012-2013

JVC KW-NSX1

European Smart Connectivity 2012-2013 - JVC KW-NSX1

At first glance you might think that the JVC KW-NSX1 is a great, modern double-DIN In-Car head unit. You would be right. The aspects that will probably catch your eye include its 6.1” touch-screen that acts as a display for RDS radio, CD or USB music, DVD or DiVX video, Bluetooth connections and iPhone/iPod App Link interface. However, by far the most important feature of this unit is Mirror Link: as one of the first models to use this new industry standard, it also connects to certain compatible Android or Symbian smartphones, making selected content and Apps easily available and controllable on its large touch-screen. The LCD of the head unit will display a mirror copy of your smartphone screen, so you can have access and full control of your phone apps with a larger, easier to operate and familiar graphical user interface when you are in your car. And is charges your phone at the same time. The JVC KW-NSX1, with Mirror Link, is a great solution for getting the most out of your smartphone in the car.

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European In-Car Head Unit 2012-2013

Kenwood DNX4210DAB

European In-Car Head Unit 2012-2013 - Kenwood DNX4210DAB

The Kenwood DNX4210DAB is the first multimedia head unit featuring a built-in DAB+ tuner. This adds a new dimension to mobile radio, making it possible to listen in a new way: you can tune in to your favorite radio station anywhere with crystal-clear sound quality and benefit from a number of additional services broadcast along with the music. In addition, the DNX4210DAB features everything you would expect from a modern head unit, including hands-free operation via Bluetooth, smart iPhone/iPod control and on-board navigation. While playing video and audio, from DVDs to YouTube clips, the DNX4210DAB is always easy to use, thanks to the optional compatibility with existing steering-wheel controls. Its complete functionality and outstanding digital radio capability makes Kenwood’s DNX4210DAB a fantastic head unit.

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European In-Car Integration 2012-2013

MOSCONI GLADEN DSP6to8

European In-Car Integration 2012-2013 - MOSCONI GLADEN DSP6to8

Need a sound improvement that fits anywhere? The MOSCONI GLADEN DSP6to8 might be the right machine for you. It connects easily to aftermarket head units as well as to any factory system. It can handle any flat or pre-filtered signal thanks to its fully adjustable input mixer. It features all the tools needed for digital sound processing, and with its 8 channels it is suitable for virtually any application. The MOSCONI GLADEN DSP6to8 can be connected to many external sources, including optional solutions for digital inputs and Bluetooth audio streaming. Analog level control and automatic head-room management secure optimal conditions for the digital processing, resulting in the best possible in-car sound experience.

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European In-Car Navi-Media System 2012-2013

Pioneer AVIC-F40BT

European In-Car Navi-Media System 2012-2013 - Pioneer AVIC-F40BT

With Pioneer’s AVIC-F40BT you already have it all! Fully functional as a standalone head unit, the Advanced App Mode brings limitless possibilities. Besides traditional features like CD and DVD playback, the Pioneer accepts speech commands to help you control navigation, calls and multimedia without lifting a finger, an ECO Drive feature helps to improve fuel economy, and the new ‘Aha Radio’ feature opens the door to internet radio, podcasts and audio books. Additionally, Advanced App Mode allows iPod/iPhone content and special automotive applications to be managed directly from your car dashboard. The new MIXTRAX app automatically creates a non-stop mix of your music. You’ll never be lost in the world if you have the Pioneer AVIC-F40BT!

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In-Car Electronics Awards 2012-2013
European In-Car Amplifier 2012-2013
Alpine PDX-V9
European In-Car Subwoofer 2012-2013
Audison Voce AV 10
European In-Car Speaker System 2012-2013
GLADEN AEROSPACE 165.2 active
European In-Car High-End 2012-2013
Ground Zero GZPW Reference 18 + GZPT Reference 28
European In-Car Processor 2012-2013
Helix C-DSP
European Smart Connectivity 2012-2013
JVC KW-NSX1
European In-Car Head Unit 2012-2013
Kenwood DNX4210DAB
European In-Car Integration 2012-2013
MOSCONI GLADEN DSP6to8
European In-Car Navi-Media System 2012-2013
Pioneer AVIC-F40BT