Logitech Adds Mid-Range and Entry-Level Sound Systems to Growing Multimedia Speaker Family.FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 20, 1999-- SoundMan sound·man n. One in charge of recording, transmitting, or amplifying sound or of producing sound effects, as for a television or radio broadcast. Noun 1. (R) X1 and SoundMan(R) G1 Combine Sleek Contemporary Styling and Advanced Audio Technology at Competitive Price Points Logitech (Nasdaq:LOGIY) (Switzerland:LOGN, LOGZ), international market leader in human interface devices that define the way people link to information in business, at home and online, today announced that the latest members of its SoundMan(R) line of multimedia speaker systems are now available from the company's dealers and distributors, as well as through the Logitech online store (www.buylogitech.com). SoundMan X1 and SoundMan G1 extend the SoundMan family from the high-end SoundMan X2 through the mid-range and entry-level price points. SoundMan X1, which combines a subwoofer A speaker that reproduces the lower end of the audio spectrum. A subwoofer system may include a crossover circuit which switches frequencies at approximately 100Hz and under to the subwoofer, while passing the rest of the signal to the main speakers. and satellite speakers, carries an estimated retail price of $69. SoundMan G1, a two-piece speaker set, is available at an estimated street price of $39. The entire SoundMan(R) family incorporates into its compact, contemporary industrial design the excellent sound reproduction achieved through Linear Magnetic Drive (LIMAD LIMAD Linear Magnetic Drive Technology (TM)) technology. All speakers are magnetically shielded. The SoundMan X1 speakers produce realistic, high-definition sound for Internet downloads, CD music, multimedia files, and MP3 audio. A sleek subwoofer accurately reproduces the full bass range and combined with the two satellite speakers, delivers 25 watts RMS (1) (Record Management Services) A file management system used in VAXs. (2) (Root Mean Square) A method used to measure electrical output in volts and watts. 1. RMS - Record Management Services. 2. of power. The SoundMan G1 speakers, which provide eight watts RMS of power, can accurately reproduce the full spectrum of sound for games, music CD's, Web site audio clips and multimedia programs. Both systems are bundled with an MP3 Music Center CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). developed for Logitech by AudioSoft. Featuring 100 MP3 songs and five of the most popular Internet music software programs, this CD-ROM serves as an easy introduction to the world of online music. Each speaker group is designed with a number of built-in convenience features including a headphone See headphones. jack, volume controls and an integrated power supply that eliminates the need for an adaptor. In addition, both models include a "sleep" mode. In the case of SoundMan X1, an automatic sound detection system activates the speakers and subwoofer only when sound is present. SoundMan G1 has a standby/mute button. Because of the small footprint of each system, users can place the speakers on a desk, bookcase bookcase Piece of furniture fitted with shelves, formerly often enclosed by doors. In early times the ambry, or wall cupboard, was used to hold books. Bookcases were included in the medieval fittings of college libraries in Britain. or in an entertainment center. All SoundMan(R) products are based on LIMAD(TM) technology. This proprietary method of sound reproduction uses rare-earth neodymium neodymium (nē'ōdĭm`ēəm), metallic chemical element; symbol Nd; at. no. 60; at. wt. 144.24; m.p. about 1,021°C;; b.p. about 3,068°C;; sp. gr. 7.004 at 20°C;; valence +3. Neodymium is a lustrous silver-yellow metal. magnets to accurately capture the full spectrum of sound in a compact design. Developed by soundmatters, inc., a San Francisco-based provider of high-end audio High-end audio is a term used to describe equipment that is purported by the manufacturers to be the best, regardless of the price. Definition of 'high-end' High-end audio technology, LIMAD enables speakers to provide output at all frequencies in proportion to input, and to accommodate sudden changes in frequency without distortion. It also allows speakers and subwoofers to handle a wide dynamic range, including low frequency sounds that are difficult to accurately reproduce, such as classical music, male voices, cellos and pianos. "With the increasing use of sophisticated sound in games and on the Web, there is a rapidly growing need for realistic sound at a reasonable price," said Jimmy Yau, Logitech's senior global product manager for multimedia audio. "Now there's a SoundMan solution that allows any PC user to enjoy the full sound spectrum." About Logitech. Founded in 1981, Logitech designs, manufactures and markets human interface devices and supporting software that link people to the Internet and enable them to work, play, learn and communicate more effectively in the digital world. Logitech's interface products include Internet video Video material obtained from the Internet. It may refer to streaming video from real time broadcasts, streaming archival material or downloading video files for watching later, all of which are viewed on the computer. cameras; input and pointing devices An input device used to move the pointer (cursor) on screen. The major pointing device is the mouse for the desktop computer and the touchpad for the laptop, although many road warriors bring along a mouse. such as corded and cordless mice, optical trackballs and keyboards; multimedia speakers; and entertainment products such as joysticks, gamepads and racing systems. With operational headquarters through its U.S. subsidiary in Fremont, and regional headquarters through local subsidiaries in Romanel, Switzerland, and Hsinchu, Taiwan, R.O.C., Logitech International is a Swiss public company traded in Switzerland under the symbols LOGN and LOGZ, and in the U.S. on the Nasdaq National Market System (LOGIY). The company has manufacturing facilities in Asia and offices in major cities in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information about Logitech and its products, visit the company's web site at www.logitech.com. Note to Editors: All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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