Special Offers: Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas
- Thursday 15th December, 2011
Buying Christmas gifts for those closest to you can be a tough task. If you've left your Christmas shopping to the last minute, then here are some great ideas MEA has put together for those last purchases! Everyone loves gifts for their cars at Christmas time, right before we all head off to our holiday destinations. Here are some select product ideas from great manufacturers to help you make those decisions.
Alpine CDE-133EBT CD Tuner
RRP $299.00
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The CDE-133EBT is Alpine’s most advanced Bluetooth head unit, featuring all-new Bluetooth hardware for seamless connection to many of the very latest Bluetooth enabled mobile phones. The CDE-133EBT also supports Bluetooth audio streaming with song tag information displayed on the screen. What’s more, the CDE-133EBT displays the phones battery level and signal strength. Plus, future Bluetooth firmware updates can be easily carried out via CD or USB.
This superb head unit delivers comprehensive sound tuning capabilities including a 3-Band Parametric EQ, High Pass Filter, Low Pass Filter and Source Tone Memory. The CDE-133EBT is also equipped a front USB input for iPod/iPhone or USB memory and a 3.5mm Auxiliary input for portable music players.
For greater usability the CDE-133EBT features direct iPod control mode to allow passengers to use the iPod interface for direct iPod operation.
Available from JB HiFi and Alpine Specialist Dealers.
Alpine PKG-2100P Overhead Entertainment System
RRP $1299.00 (Includes 3 sets of IR Headphones)
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Convert your rear seat into a Fun Zone for the entire family. If you’re looking for the right entertainment set-up, look no further – with the PKG-2100P, your backseat passengers can enjoy their favorite DVD or take their favorite video game, or even watch movies in the ever popular DivX format.
Available from Alpine Specialist dealers.
Audison bit Ten Signal Processor
RRP $549.00
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bit Ten is a multi-function digital processor featuring analog input, capable of transforming ordinary OEM or after-market systems into a high-performance system.
Provided with a 32 bit, 147 MHz clock speed DSP as well as 24 bit A/D and D/A converters, bit Ten is controlled by software specially developed for signal treatment according to the vehicle acoustic peculiarities.
Perfect for improving upon a factory car audio system, or to tune a high performance sound quality system.
Available from Audison Specialist dealers.
Audison VOCE 6.5" 2-Way Component System
RRP $599.00
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The prestigious EISA Award “European In-Car Speaker System 2010-2011” was bestowed to the AV K6 kit. The AV K6 comprises the most advanced technologies developed for Audison speakers. The whole R&D laboratory’s experience was poured into the design of these precious components, to create a synergy that can offer the highest quality sound in terms of bandwidth, dynamics of the musical message, naturalness and richness of details. The new reference for their own category.
125w RMS Power / 250w Continuous Power
Available from Audison Specialist dealers.
Clarion NX501A 2-DIN DVD Multimedia Navigation System
RRP $1999.00 (Pack including iPod A/V Cable, Reverse Camera & SD Card Holder Map Updates)
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The feature packed NX501A from Clarion is a fantastic solution reducing all the clutter on your dashboard. NX501A features a 6.2" Digital Touch Panel LCD Monitor, Interactive interface with Flick Operation, CD/MP3/WMA/DVD Playback along with Built-in Parrot Bluetooth Interface, (2) Audio/Video Inputs (Front 3.5mm, Rear RCA), 2-Zone Entertainment: Front and Rear Separate Source Control, Rear USB Port with iPod Direct Connect Capabilities, iPod Audio/Video Control with the included CCA748 iPod Interface Cable, Rear Vision Camera Composite Video Input, a powerful 50 Watts x 4 Built-in Amplifier, 8-channel / 4 Volt RCA output (2-Channels Rear Zone), Subwoofer Volume Control, Built-In High and Low-Pass Filters, Magna Bass EX Dynamic Bass Enhancement and Parametric Equalizer, Beat EQ For Sound Adjustment, OEM Steering Wheel Remote Ready and a Wireless Remote Control the NX501A will be right at home in the dashboard of your car or truck.
Available from Clarion dealers.
Clarion CZ201A CD/USB/MP3/WMA Tuner with iPod Control
RRP $199.00 (Includes IRIPA iPod Cable)
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The Clarion CZ201A is a CD Tuner is feature packed including 18 FM, 6 AM station presets, MP3 and WMA compatible with ID3-TAG display, iPod and iPhone direct control, Front USB slot, Front-panel AUX input with level control, Beat EQ for sound adjustment, Magna Bass EX dynamic bass enhancement, Parametric equaliser, Subwoofer level control, Built-in Low Pass Filter, High visibility single line display, Easy to operate rotary volume control, 2V / 2-channel audio pre-out, 4 × 45 W MOS-FET power amplifier, AUX Bluetooth transceiver BLT370 ready, Detachable control panel and Optional remote ready (RCX001).
For only $199.00 the CZ201A is a great buy this Christmas.
Available from Clarion dealers.
Hertz HDP5 Five Channel Amplifier
RRP $899.00
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The Hertz HDP 5 is a D-Class five-channel amplifier suitable for complex installations, able to offer up to 950W total. The built-in crossovers are settable as Full Range and Hi-Pass at 12dB/Oct. or Hi-Pass + Band-Pass and Lo-Pass at 24dB/Oct. The extremely flexible crossover section allows the use of HDP 5 in multiple installations with excellent acoustic results.
Maximum versatility also in connections: HDP 5 features the HDP IN system which, through the Speaker In and RCA inputs, provides the ability to interface with any OEM and aftermarket source. The power stage features a double power supply to ensure energy flows steadily.
The double-extrusion heat sink and the Hertz logo, which is back lit and can be rotated, allow especially sophisticated installations. The perfect one amplifier solution for most car audio systems.
Available from Hertz dealers.
Hertz HSK165 6.5" 2 Way Component Speakers
RRP $499.00
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Hertz HSK165 have been a well kept secret with car audio enthusiasts for many years, offering superb sound quality at an affordable price. Completeness and versatility, technology and performances: all you need to easily build extraordinary systems. The Hi-Energy System line includes a wide range of complete kits, consisting in the excellent HT 25 neodymium tweeter and HV woofers, individually combined with a special crossover. Provided with the tweeter mounting hardware, with grilles and an easy owner’s manual, Hi-Energy systems achieve the best results in every car compartment.
125w RMS / 250w Continuous Power
Available from Hertz dealers.
Crescendo Opus 3 6.5" 2 Way Component Speakers
RRP $399.00 - Christmas Special $329.00
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Opus 3 is loud and clear. It is destined for individuals who love audiophile music and beat music at the same proportion. It is extremely sensitive and therefore it is a noble friend to little power. Features include Tweeter uses hexagon grill for complete protection, Midwoofer is uses strong magnet to achieve a high sensitivity, Midwoofer is covered with hexagon grill for complete protection and in standard OEM placement, this grill will act to make sure the cone movement does not interfere, the Passive crossover utilises Ohmite Audio Gold resistor to achieve smooth-extended high and Jantzen Z-Standard Capacitor to achieve slightly warm sound.
Available from specialist Crescendo dealers.
Crescendo Sonata 4 - 4 Channel Amplifier
RRP $699.00 - Christmas Special $599.00
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Sonata 4 is a full range class D amplifier that is designed to sound natural. The advantages of class D are obvious: high efficiency green technology, high power in compact size, and its ability to drive speaker with fluctuating impedance. Sonata 4 is rated at 4 x 100 W RMS, all terminals are at the same side, and logo can be rotated every 90 degrees. Component is high grade such as IC National Semiconductor LM4562 and shielded output coil. Specifications: 4 x 100 Watt RMS @ stereo 4 ohm, 4 x 100 Watt RMS @ stereo 2 ohm, 2 x 300 Watt RMS @ bridged 4 ohm, 2 x 300 Watt RMS @ bridged 2 ohm.
Available from specialist Crescendo dealers.
Option Audio OA90HRDVDV 9" Headrest DVD Player
RRP $799.00 (Available in Black or Grey)
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The OA90HRDVDVB is the latest of Option Audio's audio visual range and boasts a state of the art, digital panel that provides crystal clear images. Other features include a top loading DVD mechanism, as well as in-built speakers and headphones. NOW ADR 22 APPROVED - Australian Design Rule 22 for Head Rest Safety.
Features include Anti-shock mechanism, Video Input/Output, Built In Infrared & FM Transmitter, 'Slot in' DVD mechanism, Built in Speakers, PAL/ NTSC Video System, Adjustable poles, Built in games with controllers, SD Card Reader, Headphones included.
Available from WOW Sight & Sound, Autobarn, Strathfield and Selected Independents.
Option Audio OA12PRO11BOX 1600 Watt 12" Pro Series Subwoofer in Enclosure
RRP $449.00
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One of Option Audio's most popular audio products, the Pro Series subwoofer isn't for your everyday install. This subwoofer has been designed using the most superior components to produce bass so clean, you'd wonder how you ever listened to music without it. If you're serious about bass, get serious with the Pro Series. Avoid the hassle of building your own enclosure, by purchasing this Pro Series sub in the box it was born into. Designed to move air so this sub works at optimum performance, you'll be pumping out impressive bass in no time.
Features include Die Cast Aluminium Frame, Black Carbon Kevlar Cone with Rubber Edge and White Stitching, Black PPE Dust-Cap, Aluminium Gasket and T-Plate, Dual 100 Oz Y35 Ferrite Magnet, Nomex Spider, 2.4 Inch A1/EI Voice Coil, Dual 4 Ohm Impedance, 800 WRMS Power.
Available from WOW Sight & Sound, Autobarn, Strathfield and Selected Independents.
Orion AVR6.1 200W Double-DIN Multimedia Receiver with DAB+
RRP $1995.00
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One of the founding names in car audio, Orion Car Audio have recently released their AVR6.1 Multimedia Receiver. The AVR6.1 Mobile Media Centre with Navigation / Bluetooth / DVD / CD / MP3 / WMA / USB / iPOD / DAB + Receiver has just taken incar entertainement to another level. Boasting a greater feature list than any other unit on the market and combined with fastest processing speeds, the Orion AVR6.1 is ready to complete the perfect audio system.
Features include Digital Radio (DAB+), Navigation (3 Years Free Updates) and Bluetooth all built in ready to go out of the box. Never get lost again with iGo Primo Navigation paired with the latest Navteq maps. Easy to use, feature packed menu offering you over 600,000 Points of Interest, Overhead lane guidance and Off-Road Hema maps to name a few. It’s incar navigation the way it should be!
The AVR6.1 also offers DVD/CD/MP3/WMA, AM/FM/Digital Radio (DAB+), SD/USB Multimedia, full iPod/iPhone control, auxiliary input, Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity, GPS Navigation using the latest NAVTEQ system, and reversing camera (up to three cameras). The unit also features the Windows CE operating system, in tandem with the fastest processor on the market to make it a reliable and efficient menu-navigating and function-accessing experience.
Available from Orion Car Audio stockists.
Next Base iPad Active - iPad Vehicle Mount
RRP $149.00
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Nextbase introduces the world’s only active car mount for enjoying car journeys at the back seat of your car adopting the patented Click&Go™ technology. Nextbase’s Click&Go iPad Active Car Mount provides a highly user friendly and prestigious way to safely place your iPad for rear seat passengers. When going on a long weekend or holiday journey simply slide your iPad into the car mount. It will be immediately connected to high current power without needing to connect another cable. So you can be sure the iPad will be playing for a long time and even be recharged at your destinations. One or more passengers can enjoy great sound via optional infrared head phones as the Car Mount has 2-channel infrared transmission included.
Available from Directed Electronics stockists.
Viper SmartStart DSM250i Vehicle Control System
RRP $399.00
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Viper SmartStart™ is an intelligent application available for iPhone, Android and Blackberry that allows the user to control their car from virtually anywhere in the world with their smartphone. Lock and unlock your doors, pop the boot, hit the panic alarm and even start your car. Never again will you forget where you’ve parked your car. Every time you press Lock on your SmartStart™ screen, SmartPark will remember where you parked and guide you back to your car!
Viper SmartStart™ consists of a downloadable free application for your smartphone and the purchase and installation of a SmartStart™ DSM250i module into the vehicle. An inexpensive yearly subscription to the SmartStart™ service then takes advantage of Australia’s broad cellular network allowing communication between your smartphone and the vehicle.
Available from Viper SmartStart stockists.
Pioneer TS-WX610A Space-Saving Amplified Subwoofer
RRP $499.00
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If you are looking for an amplified subwoofer but would rather not give up your boot space, consider the TS-WX610A. This all-in-one solution for in-car bass is designed to fit right into your 14 inch spare wheel – just place your subwoofer in your wheel. Easily installed, it will provide for a powerful and dynamic sound thanks to 2.10 Dual Voice Coil speakers and a 200W MOSFET amplifier. The Speaker Level Input allows for a fast connection to factory-fitted desks. Less distortion and stronger sound!
Internally, the TS-WX610A is cleverly structured. Because of the position of the two speakers within the enclosure, you’ll get less distorted and stronger, more refined sound, while using less power than other active subwoofer designs. With a die-cast aluminium frame construction and aluminium top panel this subs design is strong and durable.
Available from Pioneer stockists.
Pioneer Bass Bullet NUKE System
RRP $757.00
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Pioneer have introduced clever packs with a solution for every application. A great buy this Christmas is the BassBullet Nuke sound system. For those who want to up the ante on their car audio system, without going to extremes the Nuke sound system can easily be connected to your existing car stereo or a brand new Pioneer CD player/source unit.
At the heart of this system is the space-saving, 4-channel Bridgeable GM-6500F amplifier. Equipped with 760w Max, it's paired up with both the TS-A1604C front component speakers and TS-WX303 Bass Reflex sub box, so you can crank-up your favourite tunes with confidence.
Available from Pioneer stockists.
So there you have it. Some fantastic gift ideas for others or maybe even a present for yourself. Check out these products now at your nearest retailer.
