Kenwood USA announced the introduction of two new high-performance shallow subwoofer models as well as a premium OEM replacement speaker system engineered and produced exclusively for the Kenwood Excelon retailer network.

The XR-W12F ($350.00 suggested retail price) is a 13-inch subwoofer model that can be installed in a standard 12-inch woofer cutout due to a unique basket geometry that provides extra mounting area for the cone/surround assembly while maintaining a standard 12-inch cutout diameter…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of a new high-value double-DIN-sized CD receiver with enhanced connectivity to external media devices, made possible by Kenwood’s advanced USB technology platform.

The DPX308U ($240.00 suggested retail price) is a strong factory radio-replacement solution that is compatible with iPod and iPhone. An oversized LCD display with large text makes all information easy to read. Variable color illumination of the display and backlit keys allows the user to match the color of the DPX308U to the dashboard lighting of almost any vehicle…

Kenwood announced the introduction of five high-performance CD receivers that contain advanced built-in technologies intended for tech-savvy consumers.

The KDC-BT948HD ($350.00 suggested retail price) has a built-in combination of Bluetooth, HD Radio and Pandora internet radio link, making the KDC-BT948HD a standout model that truly fits the audio enthusiast lifestyle. The upgraded audio and data service features of HD Radio take full advantage of the audio performance and large display of the KDC-BT948HD…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of six newly-engineered in-car multimedia systems, many with built-in navigation technology by Garmin and the latest in audio and video performance features.

Kenwood introduces a new premium double-DIN multimedia / navigation receiver, the DNX7180 ($1,500.00 suggested retail price). Advanced navigation technology by Garmin is built into the DNX7180 and includes features such as Lane Assist with Junction View that reduce highway interchange confusion and improve driving safety. The DNX7180 also includes built-in NAVTEQ Live Traffic service that is free for the life of the product…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of a third model within the Kenwood Excelon Reference Fit mobile power amplifier line.

The XR-5S ($600.00 suggested retail price) is Kenwood’s only five-channel mobile power amplifier and the industry’s most powerful five-channel amplifier for its size, delivering 80 watts (RMS) at 4 ohms with another 350 watts (RMS) x 1. Thanks to digital amplifier technology, the XR-5S has an extremely small chassis and allows for installation in very small spaces without any sacrifice in power or audio performance…

Kenwood USA announced the introduction of three high-value CD receivers with enhanced connectivity to external media devices, made possible by Kenwood’s advanced USB technology platform.

The KDC-448U ($200.00 suggested retail price) is An iPod solution designed with the iPod enthusiast in mind. The LCD display can show three lines of text that shows song, album title and artist simultaneously. Or, if larger text is desired, the display can be switched from three lines to two large-text lines for easier reading of information…

Kenwood USA Corporation is introducing new subwoofer models in its successful “Performance Series” that strike a perfect balance between value and performance. All models are upgraded versions of industry-leading Kenwood subwoofers, the sales of which gave Kenwood the top-ranking subwoofer model from January through October 2010, based on unit sales volume according to the NPD Group’s Retail Tracking Service…

Kenwood USA Corp. announces a wireless site-surveillance solution built on the digital NEXEDGE® radio platform for transmitting still images in combination with the new KVT-11 Image Encoder and KAS-11 Image Viewer. The system is designed to transmit images from video cameras in remote sites for easy and economical monitoring. The Wireless Surveillance Solution can be used by law enforcement, government and private industry to observe areas prone to flooding or rock slides, construction sites, dams and national parks.

Where wired solutions are not feasible, wireless communications provided by the NEXEDGE radios is cost-effective…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the introduction of a third model within the Kenwood Excelon Reference Fit mobile power amplifier line.

The XR-5S ($600 suggested retail price) is Kenwood’s only five-channel power amplifier and the industry’s most powerful five-channel amplifier for its size, delivering 80 watts (RMS) at 4 ohms with another 350 watts (RMS) x 1. Thanks to digital amplifier technology, the XR-5S has an extremely small chassis and allows for installation in very small spaces without any sacrifice in power or audio performance…

Kenwood USA Corporation announced the delivery of the company’s first in-dash iPod controller receivers designed specifically for users of the Apple iPod, iPod Video, iTouch, iPhone and Microsoft’s Zune.

Because of the unique and specialized application of these receivers, the CD transport has been eliminated. The intended user is a dedicated portable-media enthusiast and travels exclusively with digital music and video files instead of conventional CDs and DVDs.

The top model is the KIV-BT900 ($500.00 suggested retail price) and takes this unique product concept to new heights…