Volume 22, Issue 9 – May 7, 2025

Latest headlines: Lee Distad on the trouble with selling to trunk slammers, plus news from DMF Lighting, Draper, Dirac and more

May 7, 2025 | Volume: 22 | Issue 9

rAVe HomeAV Edition

Hi everyone! Happy Wednesday. In our latest HomeAV newsletter, Lee Distad writes a piece all about why you maybe shouldn’t sell to trunk slammers. They say they can do it cheaper, and that may be true. But they can (and often) do it wrong. So, read this piece and you can decide for yourself about whether or not it’s worth it!


Also don’t miss the latest collaboration from DoorBird/Kwikset, a gaming-focused projector from Optoma, 8K support for Comprehensive’s line of Specialist Series cables and more.

Steph Beckett

Managing Editor, rAVe [PUBS]

COLUMNS

Here’s the Latest From the Blogsquad.

Should You Sell to Trunk Slammers? [Lee Distad]

Before I dive into the meat of this opinion piece, let me clear something up in case anyone’s unfamiliar with the term: “trunk slammer” is a pejorative used by […]

PRODUCT NEWS

What You Need to Know.

Optoma Launches GT4000UHD Ultra Short Throw Projector With 4K Resolution, 4,000 Lumens and Gaming-Focused Features

Dirac, MediaTek Partner to Boost Automotive Audio Performance

Dirac and MediaTek announced a strategic collaboration to integrate Dirac’s digital audio […]

ADI | Snap One Launches Lux by Control4 for High-End Lighting Control Applications

ADI | Snap One has announced the launch of Lux by Control4, a new line of keypads, dimmers and outlets designed for luxury residential and commercial […]

Comprehensive Connectivity Company Adds 8K Support to Specialist Series Cables

DoorBird Adds Kwikset Halo Lock Integration for Seamless Home Access

DoorBird has integrated Kwikset’s Halo smart locks into its app, allowing users to unlock their doors […]

INDUSTRY NEWS

What’s New in HomeAV.

Draper Adds Solar Panels to Expanded Facility, Cuts Energy Use by 40%

Draper has completed the installation of solar panels on its newly expanded 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility, a move the company says is reducing […]

DMF Lighting Expands Partnership With VITAL to Offer Business Development Resources for Dealers

DMF Lighting has expanded its partnership with business advisory firm VITAL, announcing a series of new benefits for dealers through the VITAL Affiliate […]

Daisy Expands to Boulder With New Franchise Led by A.J. Kuhrmeyer

Daisy has expanded its presence in Colorado with a new franchise location serving Boulder and Castle Rock. The new branch is led by A.J. Kuhrmeyer, a former […]

MEDIA

Videos We Think You’ll Love.

Waterfall Audio Features Niagara XT1 & XT2 Speakers

Displine Shows Off Sunset, a Circular Open-Frame Wall Mount and Docking Station for iPads

Smart Things Solutions Previews sDock Flex Charger for Tablets With USB-C Ports

Oray Introduces Woodsense Sustainable Projection Surface

Jolly Innovation Technology Exhibits MUT0047 Long-Arm Display Mount

Trinnov Audio Demonstrates Altitude32 Preamp with Advanced Room Optimization

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