NanoCam Pro Action Plus Pack Product Review

As a few people know, I am a big fan of Action Camera’s. Ok a big fan is most likely an understatement, I use them in slightly different ways than the norm (Strapping to my kids heads & using them to make bass flex video’s) but so far they are the only type of cameras that can put up with the abuse I put them through. However they are not the cheapest option when it comes to letting the kids use them, this is where the NanoCam Pro comes into its place. At first glance you would swear you were...

OEM Audio Factory Replacement With NAV & Bluetooth

Last year we at ABTEC started supplying and installing OEM Audio Head-units, at first the public were very sceptical and then within weeks became a very big part of our business. I guess that what makes this option so attractive is the features along with also keeping your vehicle factory and retaining its market value. Ok time to see what OEM Audio themselves have to say about these products, see below… Description for OEM Audio Factory Replacement: These units are custom engineered to operate in each different model of vehicle, fitting the appearance of your dashboard and modernizing your car....

Focal Expert PS 165FX Speaker Product Review

FLAX CONE / 6”1/2 / 2-WAY COMPONENT SPEAKERS This for me is a first, this brand I had heard of but not really had any involvement with, so looking forward to this review. Ok time to see what Focal themselves have to say about this product, see below… The 6”1/2 woofer has the new flax cone for a neutral sound without coloration, more dynamique, natural reproduction hung by a Butyl surround with an excellent reliability. The phase plug in the centre of the cone also offer a better dispersion than the PS 165 F woofer. Processed Aluminium/Magnesium inverted dome tweeter for smoothness...

Beware Of Unauthorised Dealers

Abtec New Zealand provides support on the products it imports and supplies including under-warranty repairs, spare parts, software updates, advice and service backup. Examples of the problems in our experience that have occurred when buying from an unauthorized or overseas dealer include: Under warranty service & spare parts are not available. The product is not suitable for its intended use and no recourse is available. There can be technical differences in products manufactured for other markets. The product may not be compliant with New Zealand electrical safety standards. The correct power supply may not be included. Software updates specifically for New Zealand products may...

ABTEC3 Gets A SPL To MADD SQ Makeover

To get the full story of how ABTEC3 (Toyota Vitz) ended up with my CRAZY Ports in the back of it we will have to go back to the end of last year in Nelson. Ashley and I had spent a lot of hours testing to get ABTEC3 to SPL at 155+dB for this event. So when we finally did we came to the agreement that between then and the event at Nelson there was to be no changes to the setup, this made perfect sense since any changes could net in a lower result. The event came and went and...

Digital Designs BC6.5 Speaker Product Review

I must say right from the start that these 6.5″ BC Series Component Speakers from Digital Designs did impress me right from being handed the box… Now in saying that I mean they were very weighty and I have always felt that a bit of weight equalled quality, but as we all know that’s not always the case. Again no short cuts here either descent high quality crossovers as well, really looking forward to getting these in our demo board and have a listen.   I guess we should look and the description and specifications first…   Description for BC6.5...

Koss ProDJ200 Headphone Product Review

Well when these arrived I knew it was going to be something special as I had some Koss Headphones back in the 80’s and was very impressed with the sound and memories of the bass they had. Now it was time to unpack these babies and the first thing that stood out was the cool case and ease of getting them in and out quickly with minimal effort. The full-size noise-isolating Koss ProDJ200 Headphones are the next step up from the incredible ProDJ100. With stylish, spun metal ear cups that swivel 180 degrees, shifting between single- and double-ear listening is easy....