989 Sports
Formula One 2001
989 Sports'(tm) Formula One 2001(tm), exclusively for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, was developed by Studio Liverpool and represents one of the best authentic racing simulation experiences for F1 fans. Officially licensed by Formula One Administration Limited, Formula One 2001 includes all the race teams, 22 drivers and 17 Grand Prix tracks of the 2001 FIA Formula One World Championship. To enhance the authenticity, Formula One 2001 allows players to choose between 11 different teams, including Ferrari, McLaren (Mercedes) and Williams (BMW). Players have the opportunity to choose their favorite driver. In addition, the game puts you in the driver's seat by providing the user with each driver's unique attributes that simulate their real-life skills. Depending on the Grand Prix track selection, players also have the ability to fully customize their car for optimum performance. For more info on PlayStation or 989 Sports go to the respective company's Web site.
Pioneer
REV Series
The REV series speakers from Pioneer capitalize on the many technological breakthroughs found in Pioneer's IASCA award winning Premier Reference Series (PRS) speakers. A line of high performance speakers with exceptional sound quality and unique cosmetics designed for the popular tuner market, the REV speakers look very different from conventional counterparts with a yellow aramid fiber cone and a grill that simulates very expensive exotic wheels. Like aftermarket wheels, these speakers are meant to be seen and admired. Pioneer chose a six-directional spoke design, treated with a titanium finish. The grill can be removed if necessary for installation. The PRS line was also referenced for the tweeter design. A large 1-1/8" soft dome tweeter made of polyester fiber is encased in a anti-resonant sealed chamber. The tweeter chamber is notched behind the cone to decrease standing waves and lower frequency response, resulting in a very smooth high frequency sound. Find out more at a local retailer or go to www.pioneerelectronics.com.
Labtec
Contact Headsets
The Contact series of hands-free headsets are designed for comfort and ease of use. The products are specifically designed to make cellular communication easier and more functional. Each headset features a 2.5mm jack as well as three additional adapters to fit most cellular, wireless, or cordless phones. The Contact-301 features a compact earbud style for hands-free communication; the 311 is an around-the-ear style headset for a secured fit and maximum comfort. The Contact-501 is a comfortable and adjustable headset for optimized stability that also features a noise canceling microphone; and the 511 is a sleek, ultra light and convertible headset for cellular, wireless, and cordless phones. MSRP's range from around $15-30. For more info check out www.labtec.com.
Ichibahn Motorsports
Wild Series Shift Knobs
Ichiban has introduced its Wild Series Shift Knobs. These manual shift knobs are designed from billet aluminum with dual rubber O-ring design for non-slip shifting. They are available in six different colors, red, gun metal, orange, yellow, brushed aluminum and blue. Each of Ichibahn's shift knobs are considered "universal" and will fit nearly every import and domestic sport compact applications. The shift knobs are priced at $64.95 and arrive in an impressive aluminum shipping container. All of Ichibahn's products are protected by a one-year limited warranty when installed by an authorized Ichibahn dealer. For more information regarding any of Ichibahn's products, contact them at 800-818-8806 or view the entire line of equipment on the company's web site: www.ichibahninc.com
MA Audio
SY51C2
The SY51C2 Synergy series 5.25" bi-ampable speakers from MA Audio come with a balanced crossover per speaker with 12dB slope, and has the ability to be run in a standard mode or bi-ampable mode. The latter mode allows you to use a 4-channel amp with the two rear channels powering the woofer section while the front channels power the tweeters. This makes it possible to vary the input to either speaker, giving you the ability to balance it as well. The Synergy series has separate hook-up terminals for both the tweeter and the woofer for more control over what each does. Other features include a Mica composite cone, a hi-temp kapton voice coil, a black aluminum voice coil former, a 25 mm PEI titanium tweeter, and more. For more informatioon call 310-223-0400 or go to www.maaudio.com on the Web.
Rockford Fosgate
RFX Source Unit Series
Rockford Fosgate's 2002 RFX source units are single DIN AM/FM/CD/MP3 in-dash mobile audio source units with built-in amplification and a minimum of dual external pre-amp outputs. Three of the RFX models' predecessors won Innovations 2001 Design and Engineering Awards, and the new series builds on that success. They feature industry-leading performance in their pre-amp sections that provide an exceptional starting point for building an entire high-end audio system. By offering a state-of-the-art source unit to match the company's top-flight amplifiers and speakers, Rockford ensures all the links in the audio chain are sonically superior. The RFX series is also MP3-compatible via CD-R or CD-RW. For a complete list of features such as IR remote control, cell phone mute and more, visit a retailer or go online to rockfordfosgate.com and rockfordcorp.com. MSRP's range from $349.95 to $499.95.