Cambridge SoundWorks Ships Newton Series(R) HD Home Theater Loudspeakers

Combines Stylish Design, Versatility and High Definition Sound with Great Value to Enhance the HDTV Viewing Experience

June 23, 2006

Cambridge SoundWorks(R) today introduces its Newton Series(R) HD Loudspeaker line, a speaker series whose attractive style and sleek design, as well as audio performance, complement the elegance and video image quality of today's best flat panel TVs -- at the best value possible. The Newton Series(R) HD Home Theater Loudspeaker series will be available for purchase in July at Cambridge SoundWorks' retail locations, at http://www.cambridgesoundworks.com or by calling 1-800-FOR-HIFI. Cambridge SoundWorks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Creative Technology Ltd (Nasdaq: CREAF). "Flat panel high definition television has raised the bar in terms of superior image quality and fashionable appearance," said Rob Mainiero, General Manager of Cambridge SoundWorks. "We felt it was important to rise to this new standard and develop a series of stylish, high performance, high value loudspeakers that offer contemporary design and superior audio performance that are the perfect complement to HDTV technology." Newton Series HD loudspeakers offer a visually elegant and exceptional home theater sound experience, at an affordable price. Unlike other "flat panel" speaker offerings, which use a small number of relatively large drivers, each Newton Series MC600 HD ($499.99/each) loudspeaker uses multiple small and light drivers. The benefits of this speaker configuration are twofold: high resolution audio performance and uniform, wide dispersion, which immerses everyone in the audio action. The companion Newton Series P300 HD ($999.99/each) powered subwoofer also features a unique driver configuration, which virtually eliminates vibration -- a principal source of distortion in subwoofers. The slender and elegant Newton Series MC600 HD speakers are perfect for wall mounting next to flat panel TVs 40 inches and larger, and the slim Newton Series P300 HD powered subwoofer blends in seamlessly with today's modern home theater set-ups. Engineering HD Audio Performance Cambridge SoundWorks' audio engineers recognized that, just as HDTV requires smaller, more numerous pixels to create a high definition image, the highest resolution audio performance could only be obtained by using multiples of small diameter, low mass drivers. Due to their size and mass, larger drivers can compromise the clarity of the audio performance because they cannot react to the audio input signal as quickly or accurately as small and light drivers. Large drivers also do not offer dispersion patterns that are as broad or uniform. Each Newton Series MC600 HD speaker employs four 3.5 inch midrange/woofers, which are unique designs developed for this speaker and application only. Their low-mass diaphragms deliver lightening fast audio transient response, enabling them to track the most intricate audio signals nearly perfectly. The result is dynamic, high definition sound and superb realism. The outer structure of the MC600 HD speaker is a pressure-cast aluminum housing, which offers greater rigidity than plastic, MDF or extruded aluminum enclosures. This rigidity guarantees a very stable baffle on which to mount its drivers. Because these rigid cabinets vibrate less, they reduce cabinet-induced distortion. Also their "dual wall" construction, essentially an enclosure within an enclosure, further eliminates the effect of any internal vibrations. The inherently broad and uniform dispersion of the MC600 HD's design makes speaker placement less critical. Home theater users who can't identify or place themselves in a "sweet spot" will not miss out on panoramic audio action since sound is distributed evenly throughout the listening environment. Positioned vertically, the MC600 HD can be used as left and right main speakers or rear surround speakers. Placed horizontally, an MC600 HD makes an excellent front center channel, and in a 6.1 surround mode, a perfectly balanced rear center channel speaker. Further contributing to detail and clarity, the MC600 HD speakers feature boundary compensation EQ circuitry, which adjusts the speaker's mid-to low-frequency output to avoid interference from sounds, which can be strongly reflected from the wall on which the speaker is mounted. The speaker's response can be adjusted for wall mounted, or "free-standing" installations. The P300 HD powered subwoofer features a unique "boxer" design using six high-excursion 6 1/2 inch tranducers mounted on opposite faces of the enclosure. Vibrations are eliminated by having each driver work in opposition to its mate on the opposite baffle. Pricing and Availability Newton Series HD Loudspeakers will be available in July and retail for $499.99 each. The Newton Series P300 HD Powered Subwoofer retails for $999.99. And, for maximum mounting flexibility and aesthetics, decor-enhancing floor and table stands are available for the MC600 HD Loudspeakers. The Newton Series HD line can be purchased directly at Cambridge SoundWorks' retail locations, on the Internet at http://www.cambridgesoundworks.com or by calling 1-800-FOR-HIFI. About Cambridge SoundWorks In addition to manufacturing over 70 different models of home theater and multimedia loudspeakers, high performance radios and assorted audio products, Cambridge SoundWorks focuses its retail operations on home theater solutions, custom installation and is a leader in offering personal digital entertainment products including the widest array of MP3 players. The company sells its award-winning line through its retail stores, online at http://www.cambridgesoundworks.com and catalog operation at 1-800-FOR-HIFI. Cambridge SoundWorks has partnerships with some of the country's leading consumer electronics retailers, including Fry's Electronics, J&R Music and Computer World and Amazon.com. Cambridge SoundWorks products are also sold globally via parent company, Creative Technology Ltd. -- the worldwide leader in digital entertainment products for PC users. About Creative Creative (Nasdaq: CREAF) is the worldwide leader in digital entertainment products for users of the personal computer and the Internet. Famous for its Sound Blaster(R) sound cards and for launching the multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment on the PC platform with products like its highly acclaimed NOMAD Jukebox. Creative's innovative hardware, proprietary technology, applications and services leverage the Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment -- anytime, anywhere.

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