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Focal Speakers, Mosconi Amplifiers – Now @ CSD

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That’s right folks! Focal makes what is considered to be among the finest loudspeakers on the market today. Their Utopia line is the benchmark by what most other high-end speaker systems are judged. And they’re now available at CSD Audio along with the full line of speakers and amplifiers from this French manufacturer.

From MobileElectronics.com:
“I’ll begin by stating that the ‘Kit No.7 3-Way Active’ set with 3-inch midrange drivers was probably the best – as in most impressively natural, accurate and articulate – sounding speaker set I’ve come across”

You’ll be able to audition these very speakers soon in the CSD Audi – Stay tuned for details on that one.

Check out their full lineup here:
www.focal-america.com
More info coming soon on these beautiful Italian amplifiers…
mosconi-system.it

Travis Pendley Named as Top 100 Installer in USA

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May 13, 2011 – Torrance, CA – Travis Pendley, a mobile electronics installation professional at CSD Audio in Sandy, UT, has been named to Mobile Electronics Magazine’s Top 100 Installers list for 2010 – 2011. The Top 100 list is compiled each year from nominations by factory and independent sales and customer service representatives from the mobile electronics industry.

“The magazine’s job is to highlight the best examples of businesspeople and installation professionals in our industry, in order to create the standard that thriving specialist retailers and installers should aspire to,” said Solomon Daniels, editor-in-chief of Mobile Electronics. “The Top 50 Retailers and Top 100 Installers lists reflect those who work hard to represent the best our industry can offer. They have been recognized by their peers with this award and we are proud of them”

View the full press release

More Press for CSD – 12voltnews.com

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Posting over 50 quality installation images on Pioneer’s FitFoto Website, CSD Audio was chosen by 12voltnews.com as this week’s FitFoto Friday winner. The Article shows off work I’ve done for 3 good customers of mine; Alex, Scott & JR.

Pioneer has some of the best sounding and best performing gear at any price point, from Stage 1 to their top end Stage 4 which I hope to be offering through my shop very soon.

CSD Audio has been able to develop a solid partnership with Pioneer and is grateful for all the support they’ve given through the years including two Sound Build-Offs, The International Consumer Electronics Show, and the Outfit My Store contest.

Read the full FitFoto Friday article here!

CSD Audio – Among the best in the USA

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CSD Audio has been nominated as one of the Top 50 Car Audio retailers in the USA! In addition, Travis Pendley, Owner of CSD Audio has made the list of the Top 100 Installers in the country. The nominations were made by Mobile Electronics professionals; distributors, manufacturer sales reps and industry insiders who understand the value of service & expertise.

At CSD Audio, I truly believe bigger isn’t always (or often) better. My customers have experienced the benefit of the personalized service received here and the Mobile Electronics industry across the country is taking notice. Call Travis @ 801.960.2999 to see what CSD Audio is all about!

Mobile E Top 50

Torrance, CA – April 28, 2011 – CSD Audio in Salt Lake City, UT has been selected as one of the nation’s top mobile electronics retailers by Mobile Electronics magazine, a prominent trade publication serving the mobile electronics industry. The list of the Top 50 is published in the magazine and announced previously on the magazine’s twice-weekly e-newsletter and on its website.

“Specialty retailers have to consistently overcome a variety of obstacles, from large chain stores and local competitors, to the internet and the ever-looming challenge of OEM integration,” says Solomon Daniels, editor of Mobile Electronics magazine. “Yet, the retailers of the Top 50 continue to innovate in their businesses and stay on top of the changes, while at the same time, putting the needs of their customers first.”

Once per year, Mobile Electronics polls the direct sales personnel of the vendors that service retailers – in addition to independent sales representatives that service vendors on behalf or retailers – on which retailers excel in their field. Retailers who make the list receive industry recognition through the magazine and a wall certificate to share with their customers.

“We ask sales reps because they are the people who know the retailers best in terms of how they manage sales, take are of customers and interact with their respective communities,” Daniels added. “The reps visit their stores and interact with the owners and staff one-on-one.”

In addition to the recognition, each retailer qualifies for the coveted Retailer of the Year award, Given out by the magazine.

iPod Connectivity for Every Car

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If you’ve ever tried one of those wireless FM transmitters to play your iPod in your vehicle, you know they can be unreliable and seldom sound very good. CSD Audio has solutions for nearly every vehicle for a direct, reliable connection.

In most cases, even the factory stereo can support an iPod controller. This unit will connect directly in to the factory unit, charge your iPod and give you control of the iPod from the stereo in your dash. It’s a totally seamless and reliable solution to bring all your music into the car, without changing the look of your vehicle’s interior. Even high end cars, Audi, BMW, Mercedes with fiber optic MOST multimedia systems can have this feature added!

Check out this unit by DICE in the CSD Audio Online Store.

Go Big Or Go Home!

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A new type of project for CSD Audio… A custom design for a dual 18″ woofer cabinet designed for club use. While the specific design is a secret, the results sure won’t be. This thing will get down and dirty with the best of ’em!

I’m building this woofer system for the grand opening of my new shop in Sandy, UT. Stay tuned for more info in the weeks to come. This party will be off the hook!

The pic below is of the two woofers I’m using for this monster… That’s a Bose 6-3/4″ speaker for scale. Go big or go home!
CSD Audio - Dual 18" Woofer Monster

Hang up and drive? Not anymore!

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No doubt you’ve heard of Bluetooth technology. We’re all familiar with those lovely little ear pieces that some of us affectionately call douchebag earrings. They are great to have, but CSD Audio has a better, more integrated solution for your vehicle.

When you enter your car, your phone will automatically pair with the Bluetooth device. When a call comes in, you can answer your phone using your dash mounted Bluetooth controller or Bluetooth enabled head unit, listen to the caller over the vehicle’s speakers and speak freely into the conveniently mounted microphone all while keeping your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

It’s all about convenience and safety. Once you have Bluetooth hands free in your vehicle, you’ll never want to drive without it!

#1 In the Western United States

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A special thanks goes out to all of my loyal friends and customers!
CSD Audio is the #1 Ranked contributor to the pioneerelectronics.com FitFotos in the Western United States for November 2010. Your votes helped us beat out the competition in 11 States putting CSD solidly on the map. I couldn’t have done it without your support. Thank you!

In case you missed it, check out my work on Pioneer’s website:

http://fitfotos.pioneerelectronics.com/retailer/7521/csd-audio

Greg’s Audiophile Subaru Legacy GT

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Morel Speakers & Genesis Amplifiers in Greg’s ’06 Subaru Legacy GT

Hate your long commute to work? CSD Audio will help you begin to enjoy your drive. With a 40 minute commute each way, Greg needed to find a way to make the most of the time he spends in his car every day. The system was designed to provide an amazing listening experience while keeping the appearance of this Subaru totally stock. 2 Genesis amplifiers, an Audison BitOne processor and Stinger 2 Farad capacitor are all hidden in a compartment under the floor, keeping them out of cargo areas as well as out of sight from would be thieves. We kept the factory radio in the dash to preserve the factory cosmetics and mounted the dash controller for the BitOne in a pocket above the clock. Thorough treatment of the vehicle with sound deadening material, careful placement of speakers, active crossovers, 1/3 octave EQs for each channel and digital time alignment of each individual speaker all combine to create incredibly realistic sound, natural vocals, smooth highs, and tight punchy bass.