For car audio enthusiasts who want maximum audio performance from their sound systems, Alpine today announced the company’s 2010 amplifier line up. This year’s line up features an all-new PDX amplifier series for consumers who want great sound quality and power output in a compact package.

Winner of a CES Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering Award for the In-Vehicle Audio category, Alpine’s next-generation PDX amplifier series (PDX-M12, PDX-M6, PDX-F6 and PDX-F4) is designed and engineered for ultimate sound quality, power performance and reliability. The new cosmetics offer an attractive, compact package that is 20 percent thinner than the first generation…

An increasing number of new vehicles on the market have complex factory sound systems that are difficult to replace or upgrade. Alpine offers three products that work with factory sound systems without having to alter the look of the dashboard. These products work in conjunction with the factory system, or enhance the system’s architecture to allow other aftermarket components to be added to the system.

The new PXE-H660 IMPRINT® OEM Audio Processor helps turn any factory radio into a premium Alpine-quality sound system…

Alpine today announced two new ways for drivers to enjoy the benefits and convenience of hands-free Bluetooth® wireless technology in the vehicle. The CDE-103BT CD receiver features built-in Bluetooth wireless technology powered by Parrot, while the DCS-BT1 standalone module enables users to conduct hands-free cell phone calls with one simple push of a button.

Alpine’s 2010 Bluetooth wireless technology product line up also includes the KCE-400BT hideaway module, which adds hands-free capabilities to Alpine in-dash receivers, and the iXA-W407 2-DIN Digital Media Receiver with built-in Bluetooth wireless technology…

As awareness of safer vehicle operation increases, Alpine is leading the way to meet the growing demand with its line up of driver-assist products. Two new in-vehicle camera products – the HCE-C200R and HCE-C200F – increase Alpine’s camera offerings to four units, plus a license plate mounting kit. The camera systems are compatible with several of Alpine’s screen-based products, allowing consumers to choose the camera system and in-dash monitor that best meet their needs.

The new HCE-C200R Rear-view Camera System with Multi-view is a stand-alone system that comes with a camera, a source/view switcher and a camera image processing module…

Today’s consumers expect to integrate their favorite digital sources into their vehicle’s system. As a new solution for these consumers, Alpine today introduced the iXA-W407. The iXA-W407 is Alpine’s newest 2-DIN Digital Media Station, with optimized iPod®/iPhone® playback, large 7-inch touch screen and built-in Bluetooth™ powered by Parrot. Now shipping, the iXA-W407 is also available as a complete Audio/Video/Navigation (AVN) package for $1,100, which includes the NVE-M300 GPS Navigation Drive. (See pricing and availability below for more details.)

For those car audio enthusiasts who just want their systems loud, Alpine now has a product to satiate that need. Alpine is boldly pushing car audio amplification to the edge with the new MRP-M2000 V-Power Mono Amplifier, now shipping to stores.

As the most powerful Alpine amplifier to date, the MRP-M2000 is conservatively rated at 2,000 watts RMS at CEA-2006 ratings. However, every MRP-M2000 comes with its own “verification certificate” that lists the amplifier’s actual wattage power, which could be even higher than 2,000…

Many consumers are looking to save money by holding on to their vehicles longer. Keeping those cars updated with the latest technology without breaking the bank is possible with the latest iPod® solution from Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., the industry-leading manufacturer of automotive mobile media solutions. The new DPR-RDS1 Factory Radio Interface for iPod® and iPhone® makes it possible for consumers to play songs from their iPod or iPhone through any factory radio.

The DPR-RDS1 is a small hideaway box that connects to the iPod or iPhone via the supplied iPod cable. The DPR-RDS1 should be professionally installed using a direct connection to the vehicle’s antenna…

Alpine today announced that its MC10 Wireless Marine Commander Kit is now shipping to stores. Designed specifically for the harsh marine environment, this remote control kit gives boaters convenient system control over their Alpine marine head unit, so that they can spend their time enjoying the water.

The MC10 Wireless Marine Commander Kit features a RF (radio frequency) transceiver brain and one MC1 wireless mountable remote control. It is compatible with Alpine’s two marine head units, the iDA-X100M Marine Digital Media Receiver and CDA-9886M Marine CD Receiver…

Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., the industry-leading manufacturer of audio and navigation solutions, today introduced the new NVE-M300 GPS Navigation Drive. This high-performance black box navigation module makes it easy to add turn-by-turn navigation functionality to Alpine’s iXA-W404 and IVA-W505 Audio/Video (AV) head units. Adding the NVE-M300 to these products results in two unique Audio/Video/Navigation (AVN) solutions…

Head Unit Power Pack Now Available

TORRANCE, Calif., May 12, 2009 – Consumers who desire better sound quality from their car audio system may not always want a full-blown system overhaul. Alpine answers this need with the KTP-445 Head Unit Power Pack, which is now available in stores.

An easy, cost-effective upgrade, the Head Unit Power Pack enables consumers to upgrade the power of their system and improve the sound performance of their head unit. It measures a slim 6 inches x 2 inches x 1.125 inches and is designed to fit neatly behind the dash in most vehicles. Its direct plug-and-play application does not need additional wiring or tuning…