EMMA Philippines Makes a Triumphant Return to Iloilo for QR2!

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The Scene: Back in Western Visayas

After an absence that stretched back to before the pandemic, EMMA Philippines is officially back in Iloilo! On August 30, 2026, we hosted our 2nd Qualifying Round (QR2) at the stunning Nextdoor Private Room & Lounge and Waterfront Gardens, One Riverside Complex, General Luna St., Iloilo City.

The enthusiasm from the local community was nothing short of electric. Bringing top-tier sound quality and installation judging back to the region proved to be a resounding success, drawing just under 30 spectacular competition cars ready to battle it out on the regional stage.

Dedication Beyond Borders: The Bohol Trek

While the competition was fierce across every class, one entry truly embodied the unwavering passion of the Philippine car audio community.

We want to give a massive shoutout to the competitor who made an epic journey all the way from Bohol, braving a cross-island trek and boarding two separate ferry boats just to make sure their vehicle graced the Iloilo judging lanes. That level of dedication is what the true EMMA spirit is all about!

Looking Ahead: Here to Stay

With the incredible turnout, fierce competition, and warm hospitality shown by the Iloilo car audio scene, we are thrilled to announce that EMMA Philippines is locked in for the future.

We look forward to making our return to Iloilo an annual tradition, bringing the competition back year after year to support, inspire, and grow the region’s passion for mobile media excellence.

Thank you to our incredible judges, dedicated competitors, venue partners, and every single fan who came out to support QR2. Until the next leg of the journey—keep those systems tuned and the music playing!

Official Event Results

Curious to see who took home top honors across the judging lanes? Check out the full breakdown of scores and class winners from an unforgettable weekend in Iloilo.