SoundTech Announces LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo Cable

SoundTech Announces LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo Cable

LightSnake Stereo-to-USB Cable Provides Effortless Method for Digital Recording and Archiving

CHICAGO, Sept. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- SoundTech Professional Audio, a division of US Music Corporation, announced today the LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo Cable. The unique design of the LightSnake USB Stereo cable enables anyone to easily plug keyboards, drum machines, turntables or any audio source into a PC for high-quality digital recording. The LightSnake features built-in stereo output to allow for real-time monitoring using the included stereo ear buds or any headset or for hooking up to mixers and powered speakers.

The SoundTech LightSnake features an embedded USB-powered analog to digital converter and signal booster, eliminating the need for additional signal conversion devices. When used in conjunction with programs such as Sony Acid Music Studio, aspiring DJs and musicians can record an original, studio-quality track in minutes. The LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo Cable also provides music lovers with a high quality, easy-to-use method for digitizing tapes and vinyl to transfer and enjoy their music collection on a home computer or portable digital audio player.

"We developed the LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo cable to give consumers an affordable and effective solution to produce studio quality recordings from home," said Larry English, president of Consumer Division at US Music Corp. "With the LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo cable, consumers can capture and upload their musical masterpieces to popular sites such as MySpace or digitize and archive their classic vinyl and tape collections."

Modern Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software such as Sony Acid Music Studio and Apple GarageBand harnesses the power of PCs allowing musicians to record, layer and mix their own musical creations. The LightSnake USB Stereo cable provides the easiest method for DJs and musicians to connect their digital recording equipment to their computer by simply plugging the stereo tip of the LightSnake into a sampler, mixer or keyboard and the USB end to a PC.

SoundTech LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo cable features:
-- Patented "Live when Lit" technology cable end lights up indicating when
sound is being transmitted
-- Digital quality sound input and output without the need for a sound
card
-- Embedded A/D and D/A chip technology with audio signal boost eliminates
the need for additional signal conversion devices
-- Includes stereo RCA to 1/8" adaptor cable, female to female RCA adaptor
and stereo ear buds
-- Stereo 1/8" output jack compatible with powered monitors
-- Includes Sony Media Software Demo DVD -- Including Acid(R), Sound
Forge(R), Vegas(R) and many other titles
-- Simple USB plug-and-play connectivity
-- Compatible with Win ME, 2000/XP/Vista or Linux and Mac OS 9.0.4 or
higher without additional driver
-- Driver software included for Win 98/SE computers

Pricing and Availability

The LightSnake USB Intelligent Stereo cable will be available nationwide exclusively at Circuit City's new home recording destination with a suggested retail price of $49.99. For more information on retail availability, please visit http://www.soundtech.com/.

About SoundTech Professional Audio

SoundTech is dedicated to providing a line of products that allow more people to experience and enjoy digital recording and music creation. SoundTech also provides the music industry's most affordable and professional Pro-Audio Line of product solutions supporting both performance and recording environments. It has built a world-class team of sales, service and support professionals around what are arguably the best "Quality vs. Price" product lines available anywhere in the world. For more information visit SoundTech on the web at http://www.soundtech.com/

About US Music Corporation

US Music Corporation is a uniquely positioned, fully integrated musical instrument company that manufactures and markets instruments, accessories and audio equipment for professionals, aspiring professionals, collectors, hobbyists and beginner musicians. US Music Corp also owns Washburn Guitars and accessories, Parker Guitars, Randall Amplifiers, Eden Amplifiers, Oscar Schmidt, Little Lyon, Lyon Musical Instruments and accessories and Vinci musical instrument strings and accessories. For more information visit US Music Corporation on the web at http://www.usmusiccorp.com/

Media Contact:
Anders Steele
FortyThree, Inc.
831.239.0960
anders@fortythreepr.com

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Source: SoundTech Professional Audio

CONTACT: Anders Steele of FortyThree, Inc., +1-831-239-0960,
anders@fortythreepr.com, for SoundTech Professional Audio

Web site:

http://www.soundtech.com/
http://www.usmusiccorp.com/

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