PHOENIX, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Here's an idea to file under 'Why didn't I think of that?': a state-of-the-art, omnidirectional wireless speaker hidden within a stylish torchiere floor lamp, ready for duty as a single full-range output device, in pairs as home theater surround speakers, or in as many quantities as desired as a distributed music system for homes, restaurants, businesses and more.
It's this out-of-the-box thinking that produced the Soundolier® duo™ Wireless Speaker Lamp, a multiple award winner at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show and the recipient of rave reviews from dozens of national and local news outlets. Soundolier Integrated Wireless Technologies, a new division of Mitek Corporation, solves the two most common speaker
• Wiring -- Most homes and commercial buildings are not wired for audio; even if they are, the permanent wires dictate where, and how many, speakers can be employed in a single room or throughout the floor plan;
• Aesthetics -- Conventional speakers can be unsightly, competing with decorations and add clutter to any space. Cabinets or speaker stands can rarely
'Soundolier is an incredibly elegant solution to today's most difficult audio problem -- how to deliver sound where it's needed most,' said Al Congdon, Vice President and General Manager for Soundolier. 'Our wireless transmitter supplies a high-integrity digital signal to an unlimited number of lamps within a 300-foot radius, making it easy to bring the music you love to anywhere you need it. Connect to any audio source -- from your music system, home theater, television, or public address system -- and enjoy quality sound with complicated wiring or bulky speakers.'
Versatile, Invisible
The Soundolier duo Wireless Speaker Lamp features a timeless contemporary design that complements most decorating styles. But in addition to a sleek dimmer-controlled lighting fixture, this versatile product houses a 5-1/4-foot, full range speaker. Using a patent-pending, pole piece mounted dispersion design, Soundolier duo evenly disperses sound in a 360-degree arc, virtually eliminating localization and making it perfect for realistic musical performances and enveloping sound.
Because no two audio systems are alike, Soundolier duo has been uniquely engineered to accommodate a wide variety of system needs. A 'mix' setting supports full-channel stereo sound in rooms where a single lamp is desired, while left- and right- channel choices support systems or home theater rear surround-sound speakers where two lamps are preferred.
The Soundolier duo Wireless Speaker Lamp also features an input jack at the base of the lamp for additional flexibility, making hooking up an MP3 or gaming system easy. There's a stereo output jack supporting the addition of a subwoofer or other extension speaker to expand your wireless system; a repeater can also be attached, to extend the system's signal range to other Soundolier devices and lamps.
The Soundolier duo Wireless Speaker Lamp is suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices as well as waiting rooms, offices, salons or other places where both soft lighting and crystal-clear sound is desired. What's more, signal communication can be switched among four difference channels to avoid interference with WiFi computer networks, cordless phones, or wireless appliances.
Pioneering Product
The unique, creative design and exceptional performance of the Soundolier duo has sent it to the top of the consumer electronics world. Its 2007 International CES awards (a remarkable two Innovations 2007 Design & Engineering awards, as well as the highest possible prize in the Home Theater Audio category -- the CES Best of Innovations Award) and its overwhelming response from critics, have turned the new Soundolier brand into one of the leading wireless audio
The innovative Soundolier duo Wireless Speaker Lamp will be available this spring at both lighting and furniture stores and audio/home theater retailers. Each lamp will retail for $299.95 and will also be available as a complete wireless system with one lamp and one transmitter for $379.95. For more information, visit the Soundolier website, http://www.soundolier.com, or call the company toll-free at 1-800-837-7879.
About Soundolier:
Soundolier is a leading inventor and manufacturer of cutting-edge, premium-quality wireless audio products for the consumer market. Utilizing advanced wireless technologies, Soundolier designs audio and lighting solutions to match contemporary style and comfortable living. Visit http://www.soundolier.com.