MAIN EDUCATION TRACKS

8:00am - 9:15am / FRIDAY, MARCH 21st - SATURDAY, MARCH 22nd

The Art of Enclosure Design

Instructors: Nick Frazier & Sage Weir

Course Description:

Design and construct high-performing enclosures using efficient fabrication techniques to achieve visually appealing and functional results.

Learn about the different types of car audio enclosures—such as infinite baffle, sealed, vented, and bandpass designs—and understand the unique advantages of each.

Witness the creation of a custom truck enclosure with precisely calculated internal volume and vent/port designs for optimal performance, essential for a balanced, full-bandwidth audio system.

Discover cutting-edge upholstery techniques that will enhance both the appearance and value of your projects.

Key Takeaways:

• Efficient Fabrication Technique  Learn how to design and build enclosures that are both visually appealing and highly functional.
• Understanding Enclosure Types Gain insight into various car audio enclosure types—such as infinite baffle, sealed, vented, and bandpass—and their specific benefits.
• Custom Enclosure Design   See a live demonstration of creating a custom truck enclosure with the correct internal volume and vent/port designs to ensure optimal audio performance.
• Balanced Audio Systems   Understand the importance of proper design in achieving a balanced, full-bandwidth audio system.
• Upholstery Innovations Explore advanced upholstery techniques to elevate the look and value of your enclosures and installations.
  

9:30am - 10:45am / FRIDAY, MARCH 21st - SATURDAY, MARCH 22nd

Essential Install Components

Instructors:  T. j. Carlson & Junior Ngim 

Course Description:

Learn how to quickly and easily fabricate the most essential components that are used in car audio systems on a daily basis, such as speaker adapters, brackets, and amplifier mounts. These items are a critical part of a high-performance audio system that’s also easily serviceable and allows a vehicle to return to its original condition for a trade-in or lease return, if necessary. Learn tricks to save time using a router and other common fabrication tools in this engaging fab session. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Learn to fabricate speaker adapters, brackets, and amplifier mounts, which are crucial for a high-performance system
• Learn to ensure that the audio system works well, can be serviced easily, and that the vehicle can be restored to its original state for trade-ins or lease returns.
• Discover time-saving tricks using a router and other fabrication tools during an engaging fabrication session.
  

11:00am - 12:15pm / FRIDAY, MARCH 21st - SATURDAY, MARCH 22nd

Grille and Panel Fabrication

Instructors: Junior Ngim & T. j. Carlson

Course Description:

Elevate your fabrication expertise with this hands-on course on advanced grille and trim panel design. Learn to create custom 3D layered grilles with precision while achieving an OEM-quality look. Master routing techniques, seamless integration methods, and stack fabrication using MDF and tools like "The Animal." Unlock advanced 3D router skills and overcome technical challenges to build intricate designs and achieve professional-grade results efficiently.

Key Takeaways:

• Creative Grille Design: Build 3D layered grilles with precision and seamless integration.
• OEM Panel Skills: Master routing techniques for flawless, professional-quality panels.
• 3D Trim Panel Techniques: Use stack fab and tools like "The Animal" for dimension and contour.
• Efficiency in Fabrication: Transition to advanced methods that save time and enhance quality.
  

4:30pm - 5:45pm / FRIDAY, MARCH 21st

8:30am - 9:45am / SUNDAY, MARCH 23rd

Advanced Lighting & Design

Instructors:  Dave Koz & Austin Moore

Course Description:

This hands-on course features a real-time demonstration of effective lighting techniques, showcasing the use of acrylic for diffusion, shadow lighting, and the integration of 3D-printed components to create OEM-grade lighting effects. Participants will receive exclusive resources, including STL file examples, Arduino code, and a pre-configured controller for practical applications.

See firsthand advanced topics like voltage and current management, noise reduction, and IP ratings. Discover cutting-edge design strategies such as pixel technology, diffusion materials, and methods to achieve optimal lighting performance.

Learn technical soldering, connector integration, and the incorporation of 3D printing for custom lighting elements.

Key Takeaways:

• Advanced design strategies, including diffusion techniques and pixel technology.

• How to integrate 3D-printed components for OEM-grade lighting effects.

• Best practices for voltage management, noise reduction, and durability.

• Precision soldering and connector integration for robust lighting systems.

• Key insights into programming and utilizing Arduino controllers and pre-configured systems.

• Industry insights to partner effectively and source the best lighting components.