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Labtec consumer research uncovered frustration with the clutter sometimes caused by speaker cabling, irritation due to bulky external power supplies that can block multiple power outlets, and a craving for more contemporary industrial design for value-priced speakers. The new Spin(TM)-50, Spin(TM)-60, and Spin(TM)-70 directly address these consumer desires.

``On the inside, the Spin(TM) Series is engineered for Labtec's superior sound and performance value. On the outside, it is designed for style and convenience,'' said Bob Wick, Labtec's president and chief executive officer.

All three speaker systems have features that make them easy to install and user-friendly, as well as produce sensational audio, including: built-in cable storage that eliminates the clutter; front-mounted headphone jacks and volume control; and, a bass port that allows air to move freely without distortion for richer bass.

The Spin(TM)-60 and Spin(TM)-70 also include a front-mounted microphone jack, treble/bass control and an internal power supply that eliminates cumbersome external power adapters.

The Spin(TM)-70 incorporates innovative technology to immerse the listener in 3D-surround sound, creating a 360-degree sound field with two speakers. By combining high power (12 watts RMS (6W+6W)) with high excursion drivers and dynamic bass equalization, the Spin(TM)-70 produces sensational audio performance for enjoying the latest DVD movies or playing action-packed games.

``With such rich sound, superior convenience and smart design, the Labtec Spin(TM) speakers make the perfect audio companion to any PC or portable CD, cassette or MP3 player,'' Wick commented. ``This kind of consumer-sensitive innovation and performance value is how Labtec continually earns our place as the leader in multimedia.''

Labtec, the pioneer in multimedia audio solutions, introduced the world's first multimedia computer speakers in 1991. Since then, it has engineered some of the industry's most innovative audio products, including multipurpose speakers, headphones and voice access/speech recognition products. Labtec produces the world's number one selling computer speakers with 27% market share in units sold in the North American retail sector.

Price and Availability

The Labtec Spin(TM) Series will be available February 15, 2000 at estimated street prices of US$19.99 (Spin(TM)-50), US$29.99 (Spin(TM)-60) and US$39.99 (Spin(TM)-70).

About Labtec Inc.

Founded in 1982, Labtec Inc. is a leading developer and marketer of high technology, multimedia peripherals for the personal computer and workstation industries. Labtec offers a broad array of products, including computer speakers, subwoofers, PC Voice Access(TM) microphones, headphones and accessories, 3D input controllers, 3D gamepads, and mass-storage enclosures for secure computer systems and networks. Labtec's strategy is to offer a growing assortment of products based on proprietary technology through multiple channels of distribution. Labtec currently sells to most of the largest and fastest growing retailers, master distributors and original equipment manufacturers, with all channels served on a worldwide basis. For additional information, please visit the Labtec web site at http://www.labtec.com , or call 360-896-2000. For further information on Labtec's 3D Motion Control Technology Group, please call 978-970-0330.

SOURCE: Labtec Inc.