Sept 13, 2022
The new JBL by Harman Flip 6 Portable Waterproof Speaker from ProSpec Electronics may be the year's most perfect boating lifestyle accessory. Completely waterproof for sandbar and beach excursions, it'll crank music for up to 12 hours. And because it's Bluetooth 5.1 enabled, mobile devices can stay safely stowed on the boat up to 125' away. Ideal for both owners wanting portable tunes, as well as OEMs offering premium add-ons to installed stereo systems, it debuts at the International BoatBuilders Exhibition & Conference, September 27–29, Tampa, Florida, booth 3-809.
With a bold design and nine vibrant color options, the Flip 6 packs a lot of sound into its compact, handheld size. Rated IP67 waterproof and dustproof, it sounds great standing upright, on its side or tossed atop a beach towel.
The Flip 6 two-way speaker system includes a unique racetrack-shaped 20W RMS woofer, separate 10W RMS tweeter and dual pumping bass radiators for exceptionally loud, yet clean audio. With a frequency response of 63Hz–20kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio of >80dB, the speaker delivers the accurate highs and lows JBL by Harman is known for.
Truly social, the Flip 6 from ProSpec Electronics allows connecting to two Bluetooth-enabled devices simultaneously for sharing music playback. Its JBL PartyBoost technology enables pairing with another such device for a true left/right stereo experience—or linking with multiple PartyBoost speakers for massive arena-like sound. The free JBL Portable app for Android and iOS gives users complete control over optimizing audio settings.
With its powerful built-in lithium-ion polymer battery, the Flip 6 will run up to 12 hours, yet takes only 2.5 hours to recharge via the included 47.2" USB-C cable. For safety in a marine environment, if water, salt or other contaminant ingresses the plug connection while charging, the speaker will sound an alert.
At only 7" L x 2.6" W x 2.8" H and a mere 1.21 lbs., the Flip 6 is as easy to tote to shore as it is to store onboard when not in use.
www.prospecelectronics.com
Marine Industry Career Path: Brett Ramsey
Wendy and Brett Ramsey
Boating Industry Canada is kicking off its Marine Industry Career Path series once again. For the first installments this year, we have two subjects to highlight. Introducing Wendy and Brett Ramsey!
The Ramsey’s have been working in the marine industry for many years but have both had unique paths in getting to where they are now. They’ve also been working on an impactful pilot project for a long time, which will now be launching this spring. The focus of this initiative is to bring more young people into the marine industry.
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With an overall length of 19 feet and starting at $30,995 USD, the M19 is built on an improved M-hull foundation offering increased stability and automotive style handling for familiarity to appeal to the next generation of boaters. The M19 features an upgraded nine-person capacity and is watersports capable for a full day of adventure on the water.
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Airmar hires Suzanne Hawley as Brand Manager
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Hawley comes to Airmar with extensive marketing and PR experience in the marine electronics industry including 20 years as the owner of Hawley Communications, a consulting agency focused on creative marketing solutions for businesses in the recreational boating industry.
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