CREATIVE REDEFINES HIGH END PC AUDIO SPEAKERS WITH CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS MEGAWORKS 510D

CREATIVE REDEFINES HIGH END PC AUDIO SPEAKERS
WITH

CAMBRIDGE SOUNDWORKS MEGAWORKS 510D



Unleash the power of 5.1 sound cards with standard-setting speakers

featuring innovative design, 24-bit 96kHz digital input, startling dynamics

and up to 500 watts of dynamic power



Creative (Nasdaq: CREAF), the worldwide leader in digital entertainment

products for users of the personal computer and the Internet, announces its

latest ground-breaking 6-channel speaker set from Cambridge SoundWorks* -

the MegaWorks 510D. With five satellites, a powered subwoofer and digital

connectivity, this system sets new standards in technology, sound processing

and sheer quality by incorporating 24-bit 96kHZ digital-to-analog converters

to achieve a 95db signal-to-noise ratio, addressing three critical areas of

the audiophile experience: smoothness, bandwidth and output.

The MegaWorks 510D will be available from February priced at £349.99 incl.

VAT.



"This product redefines the concept of excellence for more demanding users,

and influences the structure of the speaker market as well as the

expectations of value-conscious audio perfectionists," explains Leonardo

Colucci, European brand manager for speakers with Creative Labs Europe.

"With its excellent digital connectivity, users can unleash the full

capabilities of 5.1 sound cards such as the Creative Sound Blaster* Audigy*

family, taking full advantage of the MegaWorks' 24-bits and data rate

signals up to 96kHz. Just connect and enjoy the wall-shaking impact of

EAX(tm) ADVANCED HD enabled games, ultra-real Dolby Digital 5.1 movie

soundtracks and MP3 or CD playback," Colucci adds.



The MegaWorks 510D speakers complete the end-to-end audio experience by

maintaining the digital experience from the sound card to the speakers, and

ensuring clean, interference-free sound in any installation environment.

The smoothness of the mid-range frequency sound generated is crisp and

clear, and the listening experience is astounding. At the same time, it is

simple to use and features an attractive and compact design.



Smoothness

A 'smooth' speaker should operate seamlessly across the full frequency

spectrum without booming or screeching; it should also spread sound evenly,

so the listener can choose a relaxed listening position and arrange the

units flexibly. The satellite speakers in the MegaWorks 510D meet these

demanding criteria:



- The design challenge to obtain smooth, continuous output across seven

octaves from small enclosures that could be placed close to the listener,

Cambridge SoundWorks used an advanced single driver and a precise 4-element

compensation circuit to provide the 150-16,000Hz frequency coverage



- Even if the listener sits off-centre, these speakers work across a

30-degree spread vertically and horizontally. This means that the overall

balance of sound is the same and the resultant stereo image is stable and

life-like. No other satellites are as flexible



- The satellite design also encompasses low frequencies down to 150Hz

without sacrificing its compactness. The use of rare earth elements in the

magnet gave precisely these benefits, enabling the satellites to sound 'full

range' even without the subwoofer



Together, these features give incredible results with complex inputs such as

Dolby Digital 5.1 sound and 4.1 positional audio gaming. Because all

satellites are finely matched and tolerant of position, the sound field they

create is uniquely stable and realistic.



Bandwidth

The subwoofer, with its long-throw driver, complements the performance of

the satellite speakers. The use of 'active equalization' ensures smooth

output at all bass frequencies, giving a broad, flat response that blends

seamlessly with output from the satellites and sounds natural and unforced.



Gamers and movie lovers will rediscover their existing titles because these

speakers reveal special effects the way their authors intended. Unlike

others, this unique home multimedia subwoofer responds with strength and

depth.



Output

The Cambridge SoundWorks MegaWorks 510D is one of the few multimedia speaker

systems available with full digital input support for three 2-channel

streams of digital sound - front, left and right; rear, left and right; and

centre. Connectivity is via a single three-channel miniplug, for the

ultimate in 5.1 convenience. Output is rated at a dynamic power of 500

Watts. The capacity and power of this system provides incredible headroom

for subtle tones and effects, and opens a whole new world of sound in

movies, games and digital effects to our users.



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About Creative Labs:

Creative (Nasdaq: CREAF) is the worldwide leader in digital entertainment

products for the personal computer and the Internet. Famous for its Sound

Blaster and for launching the multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving

digital entertainment on the PC platform with products like its highly

acclaimed D.A.P Jukebox. The company's innovative hardware, proprietary

technology, applications and services leverage the Internet, enabling

consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment - anytime,

anywhere.



Founded in 1981, Creative Technology's corporate headquarters are based in

Singapore. Creative Labs Europe was established in 1993 to capture a bigger

share of the growing European market. A fully fledged European operation was

put in place by General Manager Michael Sullivan, with sales offices in

France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, UK, Benelux, Denmark, Sweden and

Poland. Creative's European Operations and Technical Centre (EOTC) facility

is based in Dublin, Ireland. The EOTC acts as the central hub to Creative

Labs' European business, providing an efficient localised and customised

product supply for the European market and customer support to complement

sales office activities in several countries. The European operation

currently employs around 500 staff.



For further information, visit www.europe.creative.com

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