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For those who have asked what is going to happen to AR after Recoton went belly up, here is an update.
Acoustic Research Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With A Brand New Life
LAS VEGAS and HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Jan. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- This year
marks the 50th anniversary that the venerable brand, Acoustic Research (AR),
has been bringing high-quality acoustics to the home. 2004 is significant in
that it also marks the first year that AR joins the Audiovox family of brands.
Acoustic Research will be the company's specialist line, focusing on product
quality, exclusive distribution, high tech features and the brand's dedication
to technology. AR products will have limited distribution and strict MAP
pricing policies. The brand will be positioned as a very high-level, high-end
audio-video component and HTIB-based line of products.
To that end, the company's first flat panel plasma TVs will be marketed
under the well-known and respected Acoustic Research brand and will be
targeted to electronic specialty and high-end electronic retail outlets,
exclusively. The three AR models are the AR5000, a 50-inch slim-line plasma TV
- MSRP: $7,600.00; AR4200, a 42-inch slim-line plasma model - MSRP: $4,500.00;
and AR3000 a 30-inch flat panel LCD unit - MSRP: $3,500.00. "We believe that
the combination of outstanding picture quality on these plasma TV's and AR's
reputation for consistently delivering high quality products, will make these
units a must carry in the high-end specialty dealers and a must have for their
discriminating customers," said Patrick Lavelle, President and CEO of Audiovox
Electronics Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Audiovox Corporation.
In the company's more traditional audio line the Acoustic Research
Extended Performance (XP) series launches with six models that feature, super
audio tweeters, Magalloy(R) drivers and narrow-front baffles, all designed to
deliver superior sound.
Also being introduced is the Acoustic Research VP Series, five models,
with a similar sound and look as the XP Series, but at a very consumer-
friendly price. The new line will consist of a tower speaker, two bookshelf
models, a satellite model and one center speaker. Prices will be in the high
$200 to low $300 range. There will be three subwoofers offered with the XP and
VP lines. Each will feature front-firing passive radiators, down-firing, slot-
loaded active woofers and face-mounted blue LEDs. MSRPs will be from about the
mid $200 to high $300 range.
For audiophiles who are as serious about fashion as they are about
function, AR is offering two speaker systems designed for in-ceiling and in-
wall applications. Both have performance-enhancing woofer and tweeter systems
and will fit into virtually any decor without compromising sound quality.
"We are feeling very optimistic about the AR line up," says Lavelle. "The
three systems we are introducing take into account all of the requirements
necessary for a high-quality Home Theater system -- and exceeds them. They
provide a home cinema performance without compromise. Each system has been
designed to capture the sonic 'punch' that are so prevalent in today's bass-
heavy film soundtracks; it gives a whole new meaning to the definition of Home
Theater. "
In the lifestyle category, AR has two indoor/outdoor speakers that take
the best of technology and design and combine them into easy-to-install
products for any home setting. These products are made to perform in any
casual environment and will handle almost any weather scenario with ease.
"As you can see, we are placing an impressive line of Acoustic Research
products into the market where, we feel, they will enjoy the respect this
brand has had for over fifty years. The line will receive the support of
Audiovox sales, marketing and technical service. We believe that dealers will
welcome our programs and will see how Acoustic Research products can increase
their sales and profits and deliver the quality they expect from the brand,"
Lavelle concluded.
Audiovox Electronics Corporation (AEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX). AEC is a recognized leader in the
marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and consumer
electronics products. The company is number one in mobile video and places in
the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the products
marketed by AEC are mobile video systems, portable DVD players, flat-panel
TV's, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security, and
consumer electronics products such as extended range two-way radios, multi
media products like MP 3 players, and home and portable stereos. The company
markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes
power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales
group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, Jensen, Acoustic
Research, Advent, Code Alarm and Prestige brands. For additional information,
visit our web site at http://www.audiovox.com.
LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER - 2004 WCES
Audiovox-Code Alarm Booth 8304
Jensen-Rampage Booth 1425
Public Relations Contact: Investor and Financial Media Contact:
Melvin Clapman Glenn Wiener
Melvin Clapman Public Relations GW Communications
(718) 474-2528 or (212) 786-6011 or
[email protected] [email protected]
For those who have asked what is going to happen to AR after Recoton went belly up, here is an update.
Acoustic Research Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With A Brand New Life
LAS VEGAS and HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Jan. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- This year
marks the 50th anniversary that the venerable brand, Acoustic Research (AR),
has been bringing high-quality acoustics to the home. 2004 is significant in
that it also marks the first year that AR joins the Audiovox family of brands.
Acoustic Research will be the company's specialist line, focusing on product
quality, exclusive distribution, high tech features and the brand's dedication
to technology. AR products will have limited distribution and strict MAP
pricing policies. The brand will be positioned as a very high-level, high-end
audio-video component and HTIB-based line of products.
To that end, the company's first flat panel plasma TVs will be marketed
under the well-known and respected Acoustic Research brand and will be
targeted to electronic specialty and high-end electronic retail outlets,
exclusively. The three AR models are the AR5000, a 50-inch slim-line plasma TV
- MSRP: $7,600.00; AR4200, a 42-inch slim-line plasma model - MSRP: $4,500.00;
and AR3000 a 30-inch flat panel LCD unit - MSRP: $3,500.00. "We believe that
the combination of outstanding picture quality on these plasma TV's and AR's
reputation for consistently delivering high quality products, will make these
units a must carry in the high-end specialty dealers and a must have for their
discriminating customers," said Patrick Lavelle, President and CEO of Audiovox
Electronics Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Audiovox Corporation.
In the company's more traditional audio line the Acoustic Research
Extended Performance (XP) series launches with six models that feature, super
audio tweeters, Magalloy(R) drivers and narrow-front baffles, all designed to
deliver superior sound.
Also being introduced is the Acoustic Research VP Series, five models,
with a similar sound and look as the XP Series, but at a very consumer-
friendly price. The new line will consist of a tower speaker, two bookshelf
models, a satellite model and one center speaker. Prices will be in the high
$200 to low $300 range. There will be three subwoofers offered with the XP and
VP lines. Each will feature front-firing passive radiators, down-firing, slot-
loaded active woofers and face-mounted blue LEDs. MSRPs will be from about the
mid $200 to high $300 range.
For audiophiles who are as serious about fashion as they are about
function, AR is offering two speaker systems designed for in-ceiling and in-
wall applications. Both have performance-enhancing woofer and tweeter systems
and will fit into virtually any decor without compromising sound quality.
"We are feeling very optimistic about the AR line up," says Lavelle. "The
three systems we are introducing take into account all of the requirements
necessary for a high-quality Home Theater system -- and exceeds them. They
provide a home cinema performance without compromise. Each system has been
designed to capture the sonic 'punch' that are so prevalent in today's bass-
heavy film soundtracks; it gives a whole new meaning to the definition of Home
Theater. "
In the lifestyle category, AR has two indoor/outdoor speakers that take
the best of technology and design and combine them into easy-to-install
products for any home setting. These products are made to perform in any
casual environment and will handle almost any weather scenario with ease.
"As you can see, we are placing an impressive line of Acoustic Research
products into the market where, we feel, they will enjoy the respect this
brand has had for over fifty years. The line will receive the support of
Audiovox sales, marketing and technical service. We believe that dealers will
welcome our programs and will see how Acoustic Research products can increase
their sales and profits and deliver the quality they expect from the brand,"
Lavelle concluded.
Audiovox Electronics Corporation (AEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX). AEC is a recognized leader in the
marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and consumer
electronics products. The company is number one in mobile video and places in
the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the products
marketed by AEC are mobile video systems, portable DVD players, flat-panel
TV's, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security, and
consumer electronics products such as extended range two-way radios, multi
media products like MP 3 players, and home and portable stereos. The company
markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes
power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales
group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, Jensen, Acoustic
Research, Advent, Code Alarm and Prestige brands. For additional information,
visit our web site at http://www.audiovox.com.
LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER - 2004 WCES
Audiovox-Code Alarm Booth 8304
Jensen-Rampage Booth 1425
Public Relations Contact: Investor and Financial Media Contact:
Melvin Clapman Glenn Wiener
Melvin Clapman Public Relations GW Communications
(718) 474-2528 or (212) 786-6011 or
[email protected] [email protected]