The World Premiere Of Linn’s New High Performance Custom Loudspeaker Series - The CUSTOM 2K.

September 19, 2006

The CUSTOM 2K series is Linn’s highest performing custom loudspeaker to date and represents a range of high performance, easy-to-install and extremely flexible loudspeakers for in-wall and in-ceiling applications. The range comprises three variants: 106C a 3-way rectangular in-wall/ceiling loudspeaker with ABR for enhanced bass performance 104C-R a 3-way round in-wall/ceiling loudspeaker 104C-S a 3-way square in-wall/ceiling loudspeaker Featuring Linn’s proprietary 2K driver array technology, derived from Linn’s reference loudspeakers, the CUSTOM 2K provides a larger sweetspot area, thereby delivering high level performance to a larger area of the room. This increased sweetspot and flexibility of positioning make it ideal in custom installation applications. All models in the range incorporate an optimised acoustic enclosure to ensure consistent performance regardless of the wall or ceiling type. A fire retardant metal backbox is available for each speaker, for applications where this is required to comply with building regulations. All variants in the range benefit from a new simple installation mechanism that makes the CUSTOM 2K series quick and easy to install, thus reducing the installer’s time on site. Moreover, true to Linn’s philosophy of offering products that are modular, expandable and upgradeable, the CUSTOM 2K loudspeakers can be made AKTIV to achieve an even higher level of performance. The consistently high level of performance and modularity across the range combined with the flexibility of positioning as well as the ease of installation makes the CUSTOM 2K series an extremely attractive and effortless proposition to the performance focused custom integration specialist. The CUSTOM 2K acoustically complements Linn's KOMPONENT loudspeaker system, which incorporates the same 2K driver array, and so can be mixed and matched in installations where space is limited. Retrofittable with Linn’s SEKRIT and DISKREET custom loudspeakers, CUSTOM 2K also presents an excellent opportunity for custom installation specialists to revisit already completed installations and upgrade customers to the improved audio performance of the new CUSTOM 2K. The CUSTOM 2K series has been designed to fit discreetly and easily into the customer’s home, sitting flush with wall or ceiling, and with grilles which can be painted. All that will fill the customer’s home is high quality sound. The CUSTOM 2K series is on display and demonstration at CEDIA EXPO and will be available from early 2007. ALSO AT THE SHOW: New Home Theater System Control Interface In an exciting new development, Linn announces a unique new home theater system control interface that runs on Pocket PCs. KINIK (pronounced ‘ki-NEEK’) is a Linn-designed GUI that enables wireless control of the Linn KISTO and KINOS system controllers and any source components connected, via a Pocket PC. KINIK operates on many Pocket PCs running Windows Mobile 2003 SE or Mobile 5 and is exceptionally simple to use, with full set-up possible in just a few minutes. This new interface will control all Linn source components with RS232 compatibility, and also non-Linn sources including CD and DVD players, satellite and cable receivers, controlled by KINIK via a Linn DEKODA IR translator. KINIK provides instant two-way communication between user and system, allowing the feedback of track, volume and source information on the screen of their Pocket PC. In addition, because KINIK is a wireless application, it can be used anywhere within the range of a suitable router, offering extremely flexible control of any home theatre system. KINIK represents significant added value to KISTO and KINOS customers who want to focus their investment on achieving superior audio performance as opposed to dedicating a substantial part of their expenditure on expensive control solutions. Linn will be demonstrating a high performance home theater system controlled by KINIK in their on-stand demonstration room for the duration of the show. An Opportunity To Meet New Faces At Linn Inc During the first half of 2006, Linn Products Incorporated has benefited from a restructure and along with this, many new key personnel have been appointed to Linn’s Jacksonville-based US subsidiary. These personnel include a new President, a Vice President of Marketing as well as a Vice President of Operations. CEDIA EXPO offers press and Linn custom integration specialists an opportunity to meet with Linn’s new President, Lance Pearson, who has recently been appointed to the company from his previous position as Vice President of Scottish Development International (SDI). Having spent the last few years on the West Coast of America advising Scottish companies how to develop their position in the US market, Lance Pearson brings with him over 20 years of experience working in various industries at a senior level. Also at CEDIA EXPO will be Linn Inc’s new V.P. Of Marketing, Rikke Ravnborg, who has spent the last 8 years working in several marketing specialist roles, most recently as Linn Brand Manager, at Linn’s headquarters in Scotland. Linn is an independent precision engineering Scottish company who manufactures the most comprehensive range of performance music and movie systems enabling custom installation specialists to create premium entertainment system solutions that thrill the most discerning customers world-wide, be it in luxury homes, royal palaces, Aston Martin automobiles or on-board super yachts and luxury ocean liners. . Linn is an authentic brand with real design, technology and manufacturing capabilities. Linn only work with the best installation specialists world-wide; those who are committed to providing the highest quality and performance solutions for their clients. Linn is the perfect business partner for the quality-focused installer. Linn’s on-going training programs and technical support ensure installations are carried out both skillfully and professionally. Specifying Linn means that the installer can create unique, flexible and reliable system solutions offering better sound, images and choice that will thrill the most discerning clientele. The relationships built with these clients are the most valuable to the custom installation specialist, leading to long term sustainability and growth, in turn benefiting their business by exceeding expectations and delivering the most involving music and home theater solutions.

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