Diamond Multimedia Launches New Monster Sound MX200 Accelerator With Advanced Audio Features.SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 5, 1998-- New Monster Sound MX200 Raises the Volume on PC Gaming Audio with 64-Voice Hardware Wavetable A group of sampled sound waves used in MIDI. See wavetable synthesis and MIDI. (hardware, music) wavetable - A type of sound generator often built in a sound card. A wavetable contains digitised samples of real instrument sounds or effect (FX) sounds. Synthesizer synthesizer Machine that electronically generates and modifies sounds, frequently with the use of a digital computer, for use in the composition of electronic music and in live performance. and Quad-Speaker Output for Positional 3D Audio Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :DIMD DIMD Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary ), a leader in interactive multimedia acceleration, today announced the shipments to North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. retail chains of the company's new high-performance audio accelerator Monster Sound MX200. As the newest addition to Diamond's award-winning Monster Sound gaming audio accelerator line, the Monster Sound MX200 features "true" positional 3D interactive sound, a 64-voice hardware wavetable synthesizer and independent four-speaker support, making it a must-have computer hardware component for avid PC gamers. Diamond Multimedia's Monster Sound MX200 comes stocked with an exciting software bundle, including popular positional 3D audio games and powerful audio utilities, at an estimated retail price of $149.95. An OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and version of the new Monster Sound MX200 is also shipping this week to key system integrators, VARs and distributors, including ASI ASI, n See Anxiety Sensitivity Index. , GB Micro, ICG ICG indocyanine green. , Ingram Micro, SED (1) (Stream EDitor) A Unix text editor that processes an entire file. It is the stream-oriented version of ed, an earlier text editor. Sed executes ed commands, but instead of editing one line at a time, sed applies the commands to the whole file. International, Supercom, Synnex and Tech Data. Diamond Multimedia's Monster Sound MX200 includes all of the distinguished characteristics that have made the Monster Sound a favorite among gamers, including immersive positional 3D audio playback, the ability to simultaneously process 23 independent audio streams, and enhanced acceleration for games developed with Microsoft's DirectSound/DirectSound 3D and Aureal's A3D (hardware) A3D - (Aureal 3-Dimensional?) A technology developed by Aureal that delivers sound with a three-dimensional effect through two speakers. Many modern sound cards and PC games now support this feature. APIs. With A3D, Monster Sound users enjoy a virtual audio experience that interacts and responds to the actions of a game as it is played. Additionally, Diamond's Monster Sound MX200 features an advanced 64-voice hardware wavetable synthesizer, including the critically-acclaimed Dream synthesizer with a 4MB sampled sound library, used with express permission of the Roland Corp., one of the world's leading developers of sound synthesis technology. Monster Sound MX200 provides compatibility for DOS-based games, played in a Windows DOS box, and is capable of independent audio output through two or four speakers or headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. . "Beginning with the blueprint for the original Monster Sound, Diamond Multimedia has been committed to turning PC audio into an extraordinary listening experience that's on par with high-voltage 3D graphics," said David Watkins, vice president and general manager of the Multimedia Division at Diamond Multimedia. "With its leading-edge audio features, Diamond expects the Monster Sound MX200 to become the top choice for PC gamers who want a powerful PCI-based audio accelerator that can deliver everything from true positional 3D audio effects, to heavily-orchestrated soundtracks and powerful MIDI, to awesome systems acceleration." "Aureal's A3D was featured in Diamond's original Monster Sound, the first audio accelerator to deliver A3D to retail," said Toni Schneider, vice president of Advanced Audio Technology at Aureal Semiconductor. "Diamond Multimedia continues to bring the same high-quality positional 3D audio to the PC gaming market, now in the Monster Sound MX200, for true life-like sound effects." Powerful 64-Voice Hardware Wavetable Synthesis Delivering studio-quality sound to the PC, Diamond's Monster Sound MX200 utilizes a powerful 64-voice wavetable processor from Atmel Dream, which also includes a 4MB GS compliant wavetable soundset. Diamond Multimedia's Monster Sound MX200 features 64-voice wavetable synthesizer that is fully hardware-based, surpassing competitive products that are either software-based or a combined hardware and software solution. The advantage of Diamond's full hardware synthesis design is that the Monster Sound MX200 audio accelerator, instead of relying on the system's CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. , handles all sampled sound processing. Monster Sound's MX200 hardware-based wavetable synthesis and PCI-based subsystem design leave the system's CPU virtually free to process algorithmic-intensive graphics and Internet applications. "Atmel Dream is very excited to have our powerful wavetable synthesis processor featured in Diamond Multimedia's well-respected brand of Monster Sound audio accelerators," said James Raby, multimedia business development manager for Atmel Inc. "By combining our audio technology with Diamond's renowned subsystem design, PC gamers can upgrade their computers with a performance-ready solution that lets them enjoy today's most advanced games as they are meant to be heard." Top-Quality Software Bundle Delivers Hours of Entertainment Diamond Multimedia's Monster Sound MX200 comes with an impressive software bundle including: Jedi Knight(TM): "Pathways to the Force" and Outlaws(TM) both from LucasArts(R) Entertainment; Incoming(TM) by Rage(R); a high-quality audio utilities bundle from Midisoft(R), including Studio Recording Session(TM) and Internet Sound Bar 2.0(TM); Netshow by Microsoft(R) for streaming Internet audio and video; and the Worldview world·view n. In both senses also called Weltanschauung. 1. The overall perspective from which one sees and interprets the world. 2. A collection of beliefs about life and the universe held by an individual or a group. VRML (Virtual Reality Modeling Language) A 3D graphics language used on the Web. After downloading a VRML page, its contents can be viewed, rotated and manipulated. Simulated rooms can be "walked into." The VRML viewer is launched from within the Web browser. 2.0 Internet browser from Intervista(R). "The MX200 offers outstanding PCI-based performance, exceptional audio fidelity, and an extremely affordable price point," commented Brian Allodi, general manager for Midisoft's Strategic Products Division. "The inclusion of Midisoft's Studio Recording Session, Audio Pro, and Internet SoundBar titles with the MX200 puts studio-quality digital audio creation and playback within the reach of every PC user. The MX200 is the third Diamond Multimedia audio accelerator released this year to include our utilities, and we're very pleased that Diamond has chosen Midisoft's audio utilities as they continue to deliver affordable high-performance audio acceleration solutions." Diamond Multimedia Delivers Advanced PCI-Based Audio for All PC Users Diamond Multimedia is a leading provider of next-generation PCI-based audio solutions for PCs. In fact, Diamond was the first company to deliver advanced PCI-based sound technology to consumers with its award-winning Monster Sound audio accelerator. Diamond's audio product line consists of the Monster Sound brand, models M80 and MX200, featuring state-of-the-art positional 3D audio for the most immersive PC entertainment experience, and the Sonic Impact line of affordable PCI-based audio solutions for business and mainstream computer users. Customers who want to learn more about Diamond's selection of gaming accelerators, including Monster Sound, can log onto Diamond Underground, the company's dedicated PC gaming Internet site at http://www.diamondmm.com/underground. Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. Diamond Multimedia is driving the interactive multimedia market by providing advanced solutions for home, business and professional desktop computer users, enabling them to create, access and experience compelling new media content from their desktops and through the Internet. Diamond accelerates multimedia from the Internet to the hard drive with products that include the Stealth and Viper series of media accelerators, the Monster series of entertainment 3D and sound accelerators, the Fire series of professional 3D and SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. accelerators, and the Supra A relational DBMS from Cincom Systems, Inc., Cincinnati, OH (www.cincom.com) that runs on IBM mainframes and VAXs. It includes a query language and a program that automates the database design process. series of modems. Diamond also markets DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. and video phone kits. Diamond's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market Nasdaq stock market The first electronic stock market listing over 5000 companies. The Nasdaq stock market comprises two separate markets, namely the Nasdaq National Market, which trades large, active securities and the Nasdaq Smallcap Market that trades emerging growth companies. under the symbol DIMD, and its web site address is www.diamondmm.com. How to Contact Diamond Multimedia There are many ways to reach Diamond for sales support, technical assistance, driver updates and general information: Internet Web Site: http://www.diamondmm.com Diamond Multimedia's Headquarters and Multimedia Division: 408/325-7000; Fax: 408/-325-7070 Communications Division (Supra brand modems) Main Phone Number: 360/604-1400; Fax: 360/604-1401 European Division (Germany): +49-8151-266-0; (UK): +44-1189-444400; (France) +33-1-55381600 Korean Office (Seoul): +82-2-551-2700; Fax: +82-2-551-2710 Japanese Office (Tokyo): +81-3-5695-8401; Fax: +81-3-5695-8403 ASEAN ASEAN: see Association of Southeast Asian Nations. ASEAN in full Association of Southeast Asian Nations International organization established by the governments of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand in Office (Singapore): +65-353-9511; Fax: +65-353-9510 Hong Kong Office: +852-2375-9023; Fax: +852-2375-9021 Australian Office (Sydney): +61-2-9460-2355; Fax +61-2-9460-2360 Swedish Office: +46-417-40060; Fax +46-417-40054 Product Support (Voice), United States: 541/967-2450; Europe (Germany) +49-8151-266-330; Europe (UK) +44-1189-444444; TDD/TTY Support 541-967-2451 Product Support (Fax), United States: 541-967-2401; Europe (Germany) +49-8151-266-331; Europe (UK): +44-1189-444445; (France) +33-1-47561139 Pre-sales Information: 800/468-5846 Investor Relations Investor relations The process by which the corporation communicates with its investors. : 408/325-7476; 888/474-3463 (U.S. and Canada) 24-Hour Fax-On-Demand Service: 800/380-0030 FTP site: ftp FTP in full file transfer protocol Internet protocol that allows a computer to send files to or receive files from another computer. Like many Internet resources, FTP works by means of a client-server architecture; the user runs client software to connect to .diamondmm.com BBS (1) (Bulletin Board System) A computer system used as an information source and forum for a particular interest group. They were widely used in the U.S. : 541/967-2444 (to 33.6 Kbps); Europe (Germany) BBS at +49-8151-266333 (to 28.8 Kbps) or +49-8151-266334 (ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. ); Europe (UK) at +44-1189-444415 (to 33.6 Kbps) Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, such as statements relating to the company's ability to successfully exploit technological and market developments, the timing and success of new product introductions by the company and its competitors, and the company's ability to invest in new technologies and to enhance its existing systems are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the impact of competitive products and pricing and alternative technological advances, the timely and successful development and market acceptance of new products and upgrades to existing products, and other risks as detailed from time to time in Diamond Multimedia's SEC filings, including its most recent Forms 10-K and 10-Q. -0- Note to Editors: Monster 3D and Supra are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. Monster is a registered trademark of Monster Cable. Viper is a registered trademark of Directed Electronics Inc., Used under License. All other trademarks referenced are the service mark, trademark or registered trademark of their respective manufacturers. This announcement relates to products whose introductions are in North America. The product name, contents, prices and availability may differ elsewhere in the world according to local factors and requirements. CONTACT: Diamond Multimedia Systems Inc. Mary Medeiros, 408/325-7350 maryme@diamondmm.com http://www.diamondmm.com or Faiola Davis Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most Andrea Sausedo, 213/933-4959 fdpr2@aol.com |
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