If you missed Jeep Beach this year — you missed a piece of history. There's nothing like seeing thousands of Jeeps lining one of the most iconic stretches of sand in the country. Same beach, same vibe, every year — but this one? This one hit different.
If you know anything about #TEAMDS18, you know we pull up to SOUND OFF! Crowds packed around our booth all weekend. We brought out the big guns — and then some. The real showstopper? Mr. DS18’s freshly upgraded Exotika: with a system so loud, you could feel it thumping from 20 feet back.
And that’s just the beginning of how we made Jeep Beach OURS!
Inside the #TEAMDS18 Takeover
Every day brought fresh energy: we linked up with legends like @queenoffroadjeepgladiator, rolled deep with the crew from @zr_kustoms, and kept the sound bumping from sun up till long after sunset. The Speedway never stopped shaking — and neither did our demo rides. But enough about the vibe — let’s talk hardware.
Here’s what we rolled out at the show:
Exotika: Bigger, Better, LOUDER!
You could hear it before you saw it — and once you did, you couldn't unsee it. The Exotika made its return to Daytona with an all new Wynwood-inspired wrap, decked out in wild graffiti featuring a cyber queen and a psycho bunny. But underneath all that? The same savage sound system that made it famous.
Let’s talk about what’s pushing all that air:
- Four EXL-X12 Subwoofers — With 1250W RMS and deep frequency response, they punch hard and low, making your chest rattle before you even see the Jeep.
- Two PRO-XLNEO12 Mid-Bass Loudspeakers — lightweight neodymium magnets, 1000W RMS power, and the kind of punch that cuts through open air like a blade. These things get LOUD without breaking a sweat.
- Screaming PRO-DRNCOAX Compression Drivers — engineered for clarity and presence, they blast mids and highs with pinpoint accuracy, even when everything else is shaking.
Everything’s housed inside a custom stunt wall that turns the back of this Jeep into a live concert rig. And it’s all weatherproof — Doesn’t matter where the party takes you. Exotika plays through it.
Big Bad Wolf 3.0: LOUDER Than Ever!
Countless hours of tuning went into making The Big Bad Wolf's sound system go harder, reach farther, and get LOUDER than ever before!
Drenched in a hyper-stylized wrap that mixes electric blues, vicious magentas, and jagged streaks of crimson like slashes from a beast that just tore through the sound barrier. And those wheels? Massive, blood-red, deep-dish monsters that look like they were forged in the underworld.
Around back, the real chaos lives. A full stunt wall built into the trunk — no gimmicks, no half measures. This wall is the party: rows of DS18 high-output mids and tweeters stacked with militant precision, and behind it, twin 15-inch subs locked in a coffin-like enclosure designed for one thing: obliteration.
What makes it legendary isn't just volume — it's how clean that volume is. This thing delivers ground-pounding bass with razor-sharp clarity. No distortion, just pure, calibrated chaos.
Big Bad Wolf isn’t chasing trends. It is the trend.
Gladiator 6x6: Now With Even More BOOM!
Already one of the wildest, most exclusive Jeeps on the planet, we still couldn’t resist turning things up for Jeep Beach. This year, we dropped in a monster new bass system designed specifically for the Gladiator platform.
Here’s what’s shaking the frame this year:
- Two ZXI8.2D Subwoofers — These 8" high-excursion monsters are rated for 600W RMS each (1200W max), with a deep frequency response down to 25Hz. Inside a precisely ported enclosure tuned to 35Hz, they don’t just thump — they detonate, turning every bassline into a body blow.
- FRP-2.5K Micro Amplifier — This compact, full-range Class D amp delivers 2500W RMS at 1 ohm and features smart cooling fans, thermal and overload protection, and a remote level knob with a built-in clip indicator. Small footprint. Big punch. Built for relentless output in the harshest conditions.
- NXL-X8TPNEO Wakeboard Tower Speakers — Marine-grade, IP65-rated, with 180W RMS handling and built-in RGB LED lighting, these 8” compression-driven tower speakers slice through open-air environments with 95dB sensitivity. Clarity. Style. Muscle.
- JT-TUBE/BK Roll Cage System — Rugged. Secure. Show-ready. This mount setup keeps everything locked in tight, even when the 6x6 is bouncing over boulders or parked beachside at full blast.
- JL24-SBAR/BKLD Loaded Jeep Wrangler Overhead Sound Bar -- the official soundbar of our Gladiator 6x6 beast. With 8” NXL-IQ8 speakers and rugged, trail-ready construction. Easy install, extreme durability, and unmatched audio power.
Put it all together? You’ve got a Gladiator that rolls like a mobile bassquake. From trailhead to tailgate, this beast delivers next-level sound pressure wrapped in unapologetic style. Loud was yesterday. This is legendary.
The 24: #BuiltNotBought
You can spot it a mile away — blinding High Velocity Yellow, crawling through the crowd like it owns the lot. But for Jeep Beach, we gave it an upgrade with NVY by DS18!
Here’s what’s taking it to the next level:
- NVY-JLSBARLD Jeep Soundbar — Wrapped in sleek black leather and loaded with four 8” NVY-M8 midrange speakers and four PRO-TW4LD bullet tweeters. Designed for factory bolt-on fitment with zero cutting required, this plug-and-play soundbar delivers intense mid/high clarity — plus RGB LED lighting and a digital DS18 badge that lights up!
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NVY-M8DTP Marine Tower Speakers — These 8” coaxial tower monsters are IP65-rated and built with Kevlar cones, neodymium magnets, and compression horn drivers. Add in integrated digital RGB lighting and you’ve got the ultimate balance of beauty and brutality. Clamped up to our JL-TUBEUP/BK roll cage mount, they stay locked in — no matter how hard the ride or how wild the party gets.
Put it all together? High-end finishes. Visual firepower. NVY is how DS18 does luxury. And LUXURY just got LOUD!
What Makes DS18 the Best in Jeep Audio
After seeing — and hearing — what we brought to the show, there’s really no debate left. Events like this prove that DS18 defines Jeep Audio. While others stay clean on the sidelines, we’ve got cleats in the mud. Everything we build is tested in real-world Jeep life: trails, beaches, downpours, blazing heat, and full-send demos with the top down. That’s not a challenge for us — it’s our natural habitat.
Exclusive weatherproof designs
Our gear is IP-rated and UV-stable for open-air dominance, from marine-grade overhead soundbars to sealed sub enclosures that don’t flinch when the elements hit. Every connector, cone, and crossover is made to keep the music loud and the failure rate at zero.
And it’s not just about surviving — it’s about sounding better than anything else out there. At every stop, people asked, “Why does DS18 hit different?” The answer is simple:
- We design for real Jeep acoustics
- We balance brutal bass with crisp highs
- And we don’t water down our gear for the masses – cause #WeLikeItLOUD !
This is why when Jeepers want more than just volume — when they want clarity, impact, and real-world performance — there’s only one answer. DS18.
Upgrade Before Your Next Jeep Event
Jeep Beach might be behind us, but smart Jeepers already have their sights set on Panama City Beach, for Florida Jeep Jam! Nothing commands respect like arriving with a setup that turns heads and breaks windshields!
Here’s what no Jeep should roll without:
- DS18 JSUB.2 Down-Firing Subwoofer Enclosure — Engineered to house two 12” subwoofers and tuned to 35Hz, the JSUB.2 transforms your cargo space into a bass bunker. With a plexiglass viewing window and digital RGB lighting (LC-DRM required), this enclosure doesn’t just look next level — it hits so hard, you’ll feel it through your seat. This is your foundation for serious low-end punch.
- DS18 JVOCE8 Roll Cage Pod — No system is complete without towers, and these aren’t your average pods. Packing dual 8” PRO-HY8.4B Hybrid Mids with integrated compression horns, the JVOCE8 delivers 500W of pure, water-resistant intensity — four times the output of standard pods. Whether you're parked at a meet or climbing the next ridge, these pods make sure you’re heard.
- DS18 JK-TUBE / JL-TUBEUP / JT-TUBE Mounting Tubes — Want to mount tower speakers properly? You need the right platform. These precision-engineered aluminum tubes give you secure mounting for DS18 tower speakers across all Jeep models — hard-top only. Add your NXL-X tower speakers and get LOUD in all directions.
- Lighting That Hits Like Your Sound — DS18’s digital RGB systems (with LC-DRM control) offer 20+ color options and 19 dynamic modes, syncing your light show with your playlist. Turn heads before they even hear you.
Forget factory setups. They weren't made for this life. DS18’s gear installs fast, fits right, and performs under pressure.
At events like Jeep Beach, the difference is obvious: We’re built for this.
Jeep Audio: The DS18 Way!
From the beachfront to the blacktop, DS18 came to own Jeep Beach 2025. We brought excitement, community, and sound that shook the Speedway for five straight days. We don’t just test our products in labs — we push them to the limit with the people who use them hardest.
While others play it safe, we show up, get LOUD, and get involved. From @queenoffroadjeepgladiator to @zr_kustoms and everyone who rolled through our booth — this weekend was proof that #TEAMDS18 is the only real name in Jeep Audio.
Massive thank you to everyone who came out, turned up, and helped us keep the energy LOUD all weekend long. Whether you were blasting bass, snapping pics, or just vibing by the booth — you made it what it was.
We’ll see you guys at Panama City Beach! Until then, keep it clean. Keep it custom. And as always — #WeLikeItLOUD.
Now it’s your turn to upgrade. Explore the full DS18 Jeep Audio lineup and find the system that’s built for your ride! Whether you're headed for trails, tailgates, or the next big Jeep event — if it doesn’t say DS18, it’s not ready.
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