Stinger EU is the UK distributor for Phoenix Gold and Connects2, among other brands, and has kicked off its autumn in style, with some easy sound upgrades, a new compact bass solution, and a classic CD player add-on for modern cars with a pile of old-school discs in the boot.
Let’s take a closer look...
Slim subwoofer
For customers who crave big, booming bass but don’t have room for a full enclosure, Phoenix Gold’s ZX18PDF Slim Passive Subwoofer Box brings serious punch in a compact form.
This 8in (20cm) driver packs 250W RMS or 500W MAX power handling and a 2-ohm impedance, delivering deep, resonant bass from a sleek, space-saving box.
Its clever 360-degree design allows for flexible mounting — face up, down or sideways — making it ideal for tight installs where space and sound quality both matter. Built with high-temp copper voice coils, a black steel former and high-roll rubber surround, it’s tough enough for everyday use but refined enough for premium builds.
Price is around £159.99.
Speaker upgrades
If you haven’t tried the Phoenix Gold ZP65 Pro Audio Speakers yet, you’re missing out on one of the best-performing midrange speakers in its class.
The ZP65 has been completely re-engineered to deliver louder, cleaner playback with improved efficiency and sound quality. With a composite cone, aluminium diaphragm and 350W max power rating, this 6.5in mid-range driver delivers the clarity of a component speaker and the sheer volume of a pro-audio unit.
Expect smoother highs, a warmer low-end and outstanding frequency response — all wrapped in a design that performs far above its price point. Pair it with the ZPRO36 3.8in 225W tweeter for a perfectly balanced setup.
Price is around £69.99.
Return of the CD player
Not every driver has moved on from their CD collection — and for cars without a built-in deck, the ADV-USBCD Portable CD Player is the perfect fix.
Compact and simple to install, it connects via USB and functions just like a standard media device on any head unit that supports WAV file playback. A secure mounting bracket is included, so setup takes minutes and you can place it almost anywhere in the cabin.
It’s the easiest way to bring physical media back to modern cars — no coding, no complicated wiring, just plug in and press play.
Price is around £100.
