The 2023-2024 EISA Awards in the Automotive Electronics category spotlighted several outstanding products that have transformed the consumer experience of driving and traveling by car. The innovativeness, high quality and improved user experience of these products highlight their uniqueness in the market. Car amplifiers, speakers, tape recorder, processor, software, and audio components for a motorcycle were awarded.
These EISA awards reflect that in the automotive electronics sector, innovation and improving the user experience are the most important trendsetters.
Products that won awards in 2023-2024 are coming:
- Alpine HDS-990 Status - tape recorder
- Ground Zero GZUA 6SQ - amplifier
- Mosconi Gladen One 8|10 DSP - amplifier
- ESX QE812SP - processor
- Audison bit Drive - software
- Ground Zero GZPC 165.3SQ-ACT - speakers
- Morel Ultimo PowerSlim PS12D - subwoofer
- Maserati GrandTurismo with Sous Faber high premium audio system - premium audio system
- Helix Compose Platform - speakers
- Rockford Fosgate HD9813RG-STAGE3 - audio components for motorcycle
Alpine HDS-990 Status - tape recorder
Designed for high definition music lovers, the Alpine HDS-990 Status adds HD WAV, FLAC, AIFF and DSD file playback to any OEM system. Its electronics are housed in a 1-DIN black box that requires careful installation. Bluetooth and three USB ports are combined for high-level input to work with the vehicle's stock source, as well as a variety of output options. These include six-channel line-level outputs for an external amplifier, coaxial and optical digital outputs for a separate DSP, and a high-level output linked to the unit's integrated four-channel power stage. The dashboard controller features an unmistakable Alpine design, including a gorgeous 2.4-inch display, and with the OEM audio mixed in, no alerts or phone calls are missed. With the HDS-990 Status, Alpine has given us a head unit that combines seamless integration with top quality performance.
Ground Zero GZUA 6SQ - amplifier
The Ground Zero GZUA 6SQ offers an attractive level of sound quality for a product in its price range: smoothness at medium to low volumes and vanishingly low distortion when the dial is turned up high. The six-channel amplifier consists of two separately powered and boosted outputs, making it an excellent choice for three-band systems, while improvements in temperature management and heat dissipation allow for convenient handling of low-impedance loads and channel switching. Offset adjustment allows the user to fine-tune the pitch between Class A and Class A/B operation and thus the sound characteristics to personal taste. It's a great addition to the Ground Zero Uranium series, improving on previous two-channel and four-channel designs.
Mosconi Gladen One 8|10 DSP - amplifier
Italian manufacturer Mosconi's ONE range of amplifiers has long been celebrated for delivering high-end car audio at an affordable price, and now it has a new champion in the One 8|10 DSP. This eight-channel all-in-one model showcases new DSP software with great features and capabilities, including the recently added automatic phase correction. Two of the 90W rated outputs can be combined to drive a subwoofer and achieve high SPL without sacrificing the performance of the other channels. In addition, this attractive DSP amplifier retains the essence of the ONE series sound with a great sense of balance and coherence throughout the soundband.
ESX QE812SP - processor
At the first level, the QE812SP is a modern signal processor with extremely wide audio functions and excellent hardware. The signal from 12 output channels benefits from two 32-bit processor cores and AKM Velvet Sound converters, and its all-in-one approach will suit audiophiles. But there's more to this new model than DSP, as the ESX also has a high-definition streamer for playing music files from a USB stick. Compatibility with OEM headsets and smartphones is also maintained for music playback. This multi-faceted design includes control options where the user can control the functions and the HD player with LC display or use a Wi-Fi based app or remote control on the steering wheel with video output showing the interface on the vehicle screen. With its combination of features, the QE812SP fully deserves its flagship status
Audison bit Drive - software
Audison's bit drive software is the perfect tool for getting the most out of the company's latest and upcoming DSP-based devices, whether entry-level or high-end. Adapting to the managed model and presenting its advanced features in a new, intuitive graphical interface, it simplifies use and speeds up complex tasks, making configuration with standard systems easy. Input functions include manual and automatic EQ mute, timing and sensitivity calibration, as well as input mapping, mixing and polarity. The tuning section is equally deep, with enhanced crossover controls for slope and frequency selection, advanced EQ options and independent channel adjustments. Support for electrical and acoustic measurements via USB microphone is just another feature in Bit Drive's unprecedented toolbox.
Ground Zero GZPC 165.3SQ-ACT - speakers
With the GZPK 165SQ-C woofer, GZPM 80SQ-C midrange and GZPT 28SQ tweeter, Ground Zero has created a high-quality three-way system where careful design and premium materials provide a great feel. The 165mm woofer and 80mm midrange drivers feature new ceramic-coated aluminum diaphragms for impressive dynamics. For high frequencies, they are complemented by the new Ground Zero 28mm fabric dome tweeter with a large rear chamber and magnetic grille, which are no less powerful. The sound of this system is characterized by bright details, authentic tonality, tight bass and the ability to play loud without distortion. It's great value for money and a great choice for those who love powerful high-end sound.
Morel Ultimo PowerSlim PS12D - subwoofer
Morel's years of speaker engineering experience is reflected in the Ultimo PowerSlim PS12D, a subwoofer that offers powerful, deep and tonally accurate sound despite its unique design. The build quality is what we expect from the brand. A tough yet lightweight 300mm speaker with a carbon fiber and aluminum honeycomb structure, supported by a large 125mm voice coil and a hybrid ferrite-neodymium magnet system. Meanwhile, Morel's Progressive Field Symmetry suspension technology provides excellent high-speed woofer control, minimizing distortion and maximizing power handling.
Maserati GrandTurismo with Sous Faber high premium audio system - premium audio system
Maserati continues its collaboration with speaker brand Sonus faber by installing a premium audio system in its elegant GranTurismo sports car. At the heart of the high-end High Premium option is a Class D dual-DSP amplifier that delivers a total of 1,195 kW to a 19-speaker system with an exclusive silk-dome tweeter and cellulose cone mid- and woofers. The two Italian brands have worked together to design the sound system and cabin for the best performance, with materials chosen to control reflections and optimize dispersion. Reference and Ex3ma sound modes and a 3D sound option can be selected from a dedicated Sonus faber app in the car's infotainment system, putting the driver and passengers in full control of their musical journey.
Helix Compose Platform - speakers
With the Compose platform, Helix introduces three speaker series – Basic, i3 and i7 – and a completely new approach to the car entertainment market. All models of this wide range of tweeters, midranges, woofers and coaxial units will fit universally into standardized mounting locations. Vehicle-specific FlexMount adapters for the i5 and i7 series are available for more than a dozen car brands from Audi to Volvo, with more to come. Therefore, Compose speakers can be easily installed, including adaptation to vehicle wiring via FlexConnect, and depending on the acoustic conditions. To further increase performance, they are impedance matched for use with Helix and Match amplifiers, ensuring efficient use of available power. These speaker solutions are innovative, versatile and highly desirable.
Rockford Fosgate HD9813RG-STAGE3 - audio components for motorcycle
The Rockford Fosgate all-in-one package makes it easy for Harley Davidson riders to enjoy their ride with premium music. All components are weatherproof, precisely fit to the motorcycle and can be installed cleanly using the included mounting kit. The rear speakers in the body covers and the front speakers in the hood have been specially designed to deliver hi-fi quality performance on the road, powered by a Rockford Fosgate four-channel amplifier. Compatibility with many models of the popular Harley Davidson Grand American Touring series from 1998 to 2013 is guaranteed by the system's modern head unit, which includes Bluetooth and USB connectivity to keep audio at your fingertips.