Handmade Audiophile-Grade Cable with Large-Gauge Silver Ribbon Conductors Helps Music Breathe  with Effortless Clarity and Resolution

INTERNATIONAL CES 2012, LAS VEGAS, Jan. 10, 2012 — Aaudio Imports, a leading supplier of world-class high-end audio products, introduces the A.S.P. KRAKEN Reference Power Cord by Stage III Concepts, a world-class innovator in audio cable design, at CES 2012.

Stage III’s KRAKEN Power Cords are handmade masterpieces of connectivity, representing the culmination of 16 years of research, materials evaluation, testing, and listener feedback. The audiophile-grade cable uses silver ribbon conductors with air dielectrics to provide audio systems with remarkable, undeniable improvements in sonic performance.

Delivering a breakthrough in AC delivery, KRAKEN power cords impart to musical reproduction a sensation of rock-solid image stability and natural flow. As if powered by limitless energy, sounds breathe with effortless clarity and absolute resolution.

Named after a mythological sea monster of gigantic proportions, KRAKEN cables can be used with all types of audio and video equipment. They enhance the performance of a wide range of audio components, regardless of power requirements, while offering an unprecedented level of precision and control.

In developing the KRAKEN, Stage III created entirely new palladium/silver AeroStrand Ultra™ ribbon conductors. The KRAKEN’s six slow-extruded AeroStrands are larger gauge than usual, cryogenically tempered, and so efficient they can carry more than 40 amperes without the bulk and stiffness of more traditional wires with equal current capacity. The high-efficiency AeroStrands also offer lower resistance and better heat dissipation than traditional stranded cords.

KRAKEN cords also employ silver ground wires individually shielded with silver-plated braids, impenetrable radiation-proof shielding using an exclusive High Density Alloy foil, air dielectrics with FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) Teflon® air-tubes, and high levels of mechanical damping. The unique wire geometry features multi-layer construction with a silica/ceramic/ferrite mechanical damping and shielding layer.

The KRAKEN’s custom carbon fiber plug housings, also handmade and polymer-filled, help eliminate external vibrations. Exclusive Hyperion Ceramic plugs use a palladium-plated silver/copper alloy for their electrical contacts. The result is definition, clarity and a noise floor never thought possible, even without the use of a dedicated power conditioner.

Stage III’s KRAKEN Power Cords are available now from Aaudio Imports, among other select dealers, at a suggested price of $8,400 for 1.5 meters with each additional 0.5 meter costing $2,800. Discounts are available on a sliding scale ranging from 6 to 24 percent, depending on amount. They can be seen with other outstanding products represented by Aaudio Imports at the Venetian Hotel, Suites 30-121 and 30-122, during CES.

About Audio Imports
Based in Parker, Colorado, Aaudio Imports is a leading supplier of truly world-class high-end audio products to top quality dealers. Its high-end manufacturers, selected from companies around the world, also stand out from the crowd, and include Acapella in Germany, Audiotop in Switzerland, Bergmann Audio in Denmark, Einstein Audio Components in Germany, Isoclean Power in Hong Kong; Lansche Audio, Millennium Audio and Thomas Labusga of Germany; Weizhi Precision in Taiwan, and Ypsilon Electronics in Greece. Aaudio Imports dealers are true music lovers, selected for their product knowledge, listening skills, and desire to seek out only the best for their customers.

About Stage III Concepts
Based in Pasadena, California, Stage III Concepts was established by Luis De La Fuente in 1996. From the start, Stage III has been an innovator in the design of world-class audio cables and the first company to offer a variety of advanced technologies in their design and fabrication. Aaudio Imports is Stage III’s North America and Global distributor. For further technical information, visit Aaudio Imports’ website at www.aaudioimports.com or Stage III’s website at www.stage3concepts.com

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Miramar, FL—October 27, 2011—The 2011 CEDIA Expo was a cause for celebration for SIM2 as the company unveiled 15 new products celebrating its 15th anniversary, and was honored with 3 outstanding industry awards for two of the company’s most successful products.

The SIM2 LUMIS 3D SOLO received honors from both CE Pro and Custom Retailer magazines!

The 3rd annual CE Pro Best Awards recognizes the most noteworthy new products and technologies for 2011. Chosen by a panel of industry experts, integrators, and editors of CE Pro and Electronic House, products must meet the following criteria: innovation, functionality, competitive advantages and benefits to the installer.

Custom Retailer’s EXCITE Awards are bestowed on products that stand out for being innovative, high-performing and solutions-oriented for the custom installation professional.

SIM2 also received high honors from Residential Systems magazine with a Best Video Product Resi Award for the CRYSTAL 35 projector noted for its product industrial design and acumen.

Editor Jeremy Glowacki said, “SIM2 should be particularly proud of its CRYSTAL 35, because the Resi Award is a very exclusive honor that is targeted specifically at industrial design, which requires careful attention to detail and a significant financial commitment. Congratulations to SIM2 for its standout design.”

Residential Systems recognized only 20 companies with Resi Awards in recognition of their products’ design aesthetics, user-friendliness, and originality, making the Resi a difficult honor to achieve.

To find out more about our LUMIS 3D SOLO and CRYSTAL projectors, please visit the following pages on our website: http://www.sim2usa.com/home/us/content/lumis-3d-solo http://www.sim2usa.com/home/us/content/crystal-35

About SIM2 USA Inc. and SIM2 Multimedia
Since their entrance into the US home theater market in 1999, SIM2 USA, under the guidance of its parent SIM2 Multimedia (established in 1995), has dedicated its resources to marketing and servicing products that meet the demands of the US market. SIM2 Multimedia is a worldwide leading manufacturer of home theater products and leading provider of high-end performance large screen systems (for control rooms, information, communication, and simulation) and professional projection systems for E–cinema applications. Over the years, SIM2 has gained a reputation for meeting the industry’s demands for new, emerging technologies, offering high-quality and reliable products that meet the customer’s need in any application. Products are designed and manufactured in Italy. The marketing policies of the company are world-oriented, with a direct presence in Italy (headquarters), the USA, UK, China, Germany (sister companies), and in over 60 countries worldwide through partnerships with qualified distributors.

Miramar, Florida—October 28, 2011—SIM2 has announced that the first model in the recently introduced NERO Series—the NERO 3D-2, is now shipping to dealers nationwide. The remaining 3 models in the line will follow in the next few months.

The compact and curvaceous NERO 3D-2 with its sleek black cabinet integrates beautifully in any home décor and the premium 3D experience comes alive for viewers thanks to SIM2’s patented optical light engine and advanced processing electronics that provides bright, colorful images and a level of clarity that rivals even the finest movie theaters. The NERO 3D-2 also features DynamicBlack™ for improved black level performance and contrast ratio (up to 30,000:1), making shadow detail and picture dynamics look even more realistic. The NERO 3D-2 sets new standards for single-chip DLP® projection with PureMovie and Pure Motion user modes optimized for 2D and 3D (*) viewing. (The *Optional SIM2 3D emitter and glasses are required to initiate this feature).

Made in Italy by a highly creative team of engineers, the NERO Series offers consumers a choice of models that will enhance their viewing pleasure from all video sources in real-world lighting conditions. The NERO 3D-1, 3D-2, 3D-HB and NERO 235—offer consumers different feature sets, depending on model: 3D (*), high brightness, high contrast, and 2.35:1 aspect ratio (NERO 235 only).

The precision glass optics of its ALPHAPATH™ light engine, the sophisticated electronics platform, and the latest DLP chipset, all go into creating images with lifelike clarity and color accuracy. Designed for use in Reference Home Theaters, Media, Family or Game Rooms, NERO is that perfect balance of power, precision, and innovation.

A choice of three high quality glass lenses (T1, T2 and T3) is available for the NERO 3D-2 giving the projector a total throw ratio of 1.37-3.9:1. These lenses are part of SIM2’s Unified Throw Ratio concept, which makes specifying and upgrading within the SIM2 line very easy. To aid calibration SIM2’s Live Colors Calibration 2.0 software allows complete control over primary, secondary, and white-point color coordinates in both 2D and 3D, enabling experts to accurately calibrate the final image on-screen via a user-friendly PC-based interface.

Groundbreaking technology in a beautiful compact form factor, room-design-friendly, and highly desirable—the NERO line has it all.

Manufacturer’s suggested USA retail pricing:
NERO 3D-2 with T1: short-throw ratio 1.37-1.66:1 lens: $24,900
NERO 3D-2 with T2: long-throw ratio 1.82-2.48:1 lens: $24,900
NERO 3D-2 with T3: long-throw ratio 2.60-3.90:1 lens: $26,750

For more information on the new NERO 3D-2, please visit:

About SIM2 USA Inc. And SIM2 Multimedia
Since their entrance into the US home theater market in 1999, SIM2 USA, under the guidance of its parent SIM2 Multimedia (established in 1995), has dedicated its resources to marketing and servicing products that meet the demands of the US market. SIM2 Multimedia is a worldwide leading manufacturer of home theater products and leading provider of high-end performance large screen systems (for control rooms, information, communication, and simulation) and professional projection systems for E–cinema applications. Over the years, SIM2 has gained a reputation for meeting the industry’s demands for new, emerging technologies, offering high-quality and reliable products that meet the customer’s need in any application. Products are designed and manufactured in Italy. The marketing policies of the company are world-oriented, with a direct presence in Italy (headquarters), the USA, UK, China, Germany (sister companies), and in over 60 countries worldwide through partnerships with qualified distributors.

Miramar, FL—October 27, 2011—The 2011 CEDIA Expo was a cause for celebration for SIM2 as the company unveiled 15 new products celebrating its 15th anniversary, and was honored with 3 outstanding industry awards for two of the company’s most successful products.

The SIM2 LUMIS 3D SOLO received honors from both CE Pro and Custom Retailer magazines!

The 3rd annual CE Pro Best Awards recognizes the most noteworthy new products and technologies for 2011. Chosen by a panel of industry experts, integrators, and editors of CE Pro and Electronic House, products must meet the following criteria: innovation, functionality, competitive advantages and benefits to the installer.

Custom Retailer’s EXCITE Awards are bestowed on products that stand out for being innovative, high-performing and solutions-oriented for the custom installation professional.

SIM2 also received high honors from Residential Systems magazine with a Best Video Product Resi Award for the CRYSTAL 35 projector noted for its product industrial design and acumen.

Editor Jeremy Glowacki said, “SIM2 should be particularly proud of its CRYSTAL 35, because the Resi Award is a very exclusive honor that is targeted specifically at industrial design, which requires careful attention to detail and a significant financial commitment. Congratulations to SIM2 for its standout design.”

Residential Systems recognized only 20 companies with Resi Awards in recognition of their products’ design aesthetics, user-friendliness, and originality, making the Resi a difficult honor to achieve.

To find out more about our LUMIS 3D SOLO and CRYSTAL projectors, please visit the following pages on our website: http://www.sim2usa.com/home/us/content/lumis-3d-solo http://www.sim2usa.com/home/us/content/crystal-35

About SIM2 USA Inc. and SIM2 Multimedia
Since their entrance into the US home theater market in 1999, SIM2 USA, under the guidance of its parent SIM2 Multimedia (established in 1995), has dedicated its resources to marketing and servicing products that meet the demands of the US market. SIM2 Multimedia is a worldwide leading manufacturer of home theater products and leading provider of high-end performance large screen systems (for control rooms, information, communication, and simulation) and professional projection systems for E–cinema applications. Over the years, SIM2 has gained a reputation for meeting the industry’s demands for new, emerging technologies, offering high-quality and reliable products that meet the customer’s need in any application. Products are designed and manufactured in Italy. The marketing policies of the company are world-oriented, with a direct presence in Italy (headquarters), the USA, UK, China, Germany (sister companies), and in over 60 countries worldwide through partnerships with qualified distributors.

UltraCat HD Extenders deliver uncompressed HD audio/video signals, Ethernet, RS232 and infrared control signals over a single Cat5e/6 cable up to 328 feet (100m)

Fremont, Calif. – Aug. 9, 2011 – Accell, a provider of premium audio/video and computer accessories, today announced the release of the latest product to join the company’s innovative product lines, the UltraCat HD Extenders featuring HDMI over single Cat5e/6 with HDBaseT™ technology.

Accell’s UltraCat HD, a transmitter and receiver set with HDBaseT technology, can deliver uncompressed full HD digital video, audio, 100BaseT Ethernet, RS232 and infrared control signals over a single Cat5e cable making it the ideal solution for whole home-converged distribution. The extenders are designed to support High Definition video applications, supporting all resolutions and video formats including 1080p, 4K and 3D.

The UltraCat HD Extenders featuring HDBaseT technology feature the following:

• Extends the transmission length up to 328ft. (100m)
• Supports Ethernet 100BaseTx pass-through
• HDMI v1.4 compatible and 3D video supported
• Sends control signals, including RS232 and bi-directional IR
• Fully HDCP compliant
• Built-in mounting ears for easy installation

Featuring a data transfer rate of up to 10.2Gbps, the UltraCat HD Extenders are fully HDCP compliant and compatible with the latest HDMI High Speed specification.  The extenders support the CEC functionality and provide an Ethernet 10/100BaseTx pass through, which is ideal for use with IP enabled TV’s and devices.

With an MSRP of $499.95, Accell’s UltraCat HD Extenders featuring HDBaseT technology are available now.

About Accell

Accell Corporation is focused on the design, manufacture and delivery of affordable, high quality accessories for the audio/video, mobile device and computer markets.  Accell produces high quality and innovative products by combining the low cost benefits of a global manufacturer and the design capabilities of a Silicon Valley based engineering and marketing team.  Accell is a member of CEDIA and CEA.  For more information, please visit our Web site at http://www.accellcables.comand follow us on Twitter at @AccellCables.

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Michael Weizer
Accell Corporation
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AT-HD4-V41 and AT-HD4-V42 Connect Four HDMI Sources to One or Two HDMI Displays, With Audio Return Channel and HDMI Ethernet Channel Pass-Through Support

SUNNYVALE, Calif. — July 11, 2011 — Atlona Technologies(R), a leading digital connectivity solutions provider, today announced that the company has introduced new 4×1 and 4×2 high-speed HDMI switchers to its newly branded Atlona Professional line of digital connectivity solutions. The perfect solutions for home theater and multimedia systems with limited display input options, the switchers provide a high-digital-performance connection between four HDMI sources and one (AT-HD4-V41) or two (AT-HD4-V42) HDMI video displays without signal loss.

To simplify installations and increase system reliability by reducing necessary wiring, the AT-HD4-V41 features an audio return channel and an HDMI 100-Mbps Ethernet port for bidirectional HDMI Ethernet channel (HEC) pass-through. The AT-HD4-V42 offers two audio return channels and HDMI Ethernet ports for multiple displays. The high-speed switchers provide support for 36-bit Deep Color at 1080p/60 Hz, HDCP, and Dolby(R) TrueHD and DTS-HD master audio pass-through.

“We are excited to introduce these new switchers for the Atlona Professional line. For home multimedia systems without enough display input options, the AT-HD4-V41 is the perfect solution, while the AT-HD4-V42 is ideal for watching media on multiple displays without the need to move devices — such as home theaters with two mirrored video outputs,” said Mike Grubb, general manager of Atlona Professional. “And with features such as audio return channel and HEC pass-through, installers will save time in the field while providing an unmatched media experience for their customers.”

The Atlona Professional line allows integrators to create scalable, customizable solutions for customers in residential and commercial A/V applications. This line of products provides a full range of solutions that cover almost every conceivable issue contractors may face in any digital A/V system setup.

The AT-HD4-V41 and AT-HD4-V42 are now available at MSRPs of $299.99 and $399.99, respectively.

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About Atlona Technologies(R) Atlona Technologies(R) — “Connecting Technology to Your World.” As a global manufacturer of cutting-edge digital connectivity solutions, Atlona supplies an extensive range of high-quality products — from cables, splitters, and extenders to distribution amplifiers, converters, switchers, and much more — to a diverse client base spanning the consumer electronics, home theater, computing, retail, systems integration, professional A/V, broadcast, entertainment, medical digital imaging, and digital signage markets.

Made from the finest materials and offering unique feature sets, the company’s value-added products can be found in installations worldwide. Atlona provides a wide range of solutions from all three of its comprehensive product lines: Atlona Home (consumer electronics), Atlona Professional (systems integration), and Atlona Industrial (commercial). More information about Atlona Technologies is available at www.atlona.com.

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The Accell UltraAV 5×1 HDMI Switch enables output from up to five HDMI sources to any one compatible HDMI device

Fremont, Calif. – July 12, 2011 – Accell, a provider of premium audio/video and computer accessories, announced today the release of the newest addition to the company’s line of A/V accessories, the UltraAV 5×1 Audio/Video HDMI Switch.  Designed for use in home theater, professional A/V and personal computer switching applications, Accell’s UltraAV switch is available at various retailers and distributors with an MSRP of $89.99.

The UltraAV 5×1 HDMI Switch accepts output from up to five HDMI sources and enables selection of one output to be sent to any HDMI device, such as an HDTV or projector.  The UltraAV switch comes equipped with built-in auto-switching technology, which detects the active input and automatically switches to it.  In addition, users have the option of using the enclosed ultra-slim remote control or manual push-button to quickly switch between any of the five HDMI source devices.

Accell’s UltraAV 5×1 A/V HDMI Switch features the following:

• Conveniently switch between up to five HDMI devices
• Certified HDMI compliant
• Supports all resolutions, including HD, 1080p and 3D
• Maximum throughput of 6.75 Gbps
• Built-in signal booster for enhanced signal strength
• Equipped with auto-switching technology

The UltraAV 5×1 A/V HDMI Switch features a built-in signal repeater to regenerate the audio and video signal, allowing the use of up to a 49 ft. HDMI cable from the switch’s HDMI output to an HDTV, projector or other HDMI device.  For increased convenience, the UltraAV switch is designed to work with universal remote controls that are equipped with the “learn” feature.

About Accell

Accell Corporation is focused on the design, manufacture and delivery of affordable, high quality accessories for the audio/video, mobile device and computer markets.  Accell produces high quality and innovative products by combining the low cost benefits of a global manufacturer and the design capabilities of a Silicon Valley based engineering and marketing team.  Accell is a member of CEDIA and CEA.  For more information, please visit our Web site at http://www.accellcables.com and follow us on Twitter at @AccellCables.

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Megan Saulsbury
Canyon PR for Accell Corporation
(408) 857-9527
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Michael Weizer
Accell Corporation
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Zyklop and Minotaur Audiophile-Quality Power Cords Refine
Performances, Removing Noise and Adding Clarity, Transparency, Depth

PARKER, CO, July 8, 2011 — Aaudio Imports, a leading supplier of world-class high-end audio products, presents a pair of exceptional power products with unsurpassable performance qualities and build characteristics. The Zyklop and Minotaur Power Cords by Stage III Concepts, a world-class innovator in audio cable design, represent definitive statements in advanced, ultra-high performance interface technology.

Entirely handmade, the cables can be used with audio and video equipment of all types. They enhance the performance aspects of almost every system, while removing artifacts and noise that subtly mask musical nuances. The Zyklop, for example, makes treble and midrange signals smoother and better defined, and increases bass depth, articulation, video contrast and sharpness.

Based in Pasadena, California, Stage III Concepts was established by Luis De La Fuente in 1996. From the start, Stage III has been an innovator in the design of world-class audio cables and the first company to offer a variety of advanced technologies in their design and fabrication. Aaudio Imports is Stage III’s North America and Global distributor.

The A.S.P. Reference Zyklop Zero Distortion Audio Power Cord
The Zyklop Power Cord represents the upper limit for linear, silent, unrestricted power delivery for the ultra-high performance interface technology found in top audio and video components. Enhancing almost every performance aspect, it makes treble and midrange signals smoother and better defined, and increases bass depth and articulation, and video contrast and sharpness. It also removes artifacts and noise that mask fine music and image details.

The IEC and mains plugs use pure copper and silver electrical contacts with a massive conductor array delivering extremely low resistance, making it especially well suited for power amplifiers, where current demands can fluctuate quickly and drastically.

The cords employ 8 palladium/silver AeroStrand Ultra™ conductors for each polarity in a tubular helix geometry, and an air dielectric with FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) Teflon® air-tubes. Stage III’s high-efficiency AeroStrand conductors offer lower resistance and better heat dissipation than traditional stranded cords.

The Zyklop’s radiation-proof shielding uses an exclusive High Density Alloy foil plus nickel-plated copper braid, with individually protected ground, positive and negative conductors. The multi-layer construction includes a silica/ceramic/ferrite mechanical damping and shielding layer.

The cords use exclusive Hyperion Ceramic plugs with silver/copper alloy electrical contacts, cryogenically tempered and plated with palladium. Carbon fiber plug housings, also custom-made and polymer-filled, help eliminate external vibrations

Zyklop Zero Distortion Audio Power Cords are available now from Stage III dealers at a suggested price of $6,000 for 1.5 meters with each additional 0.5 meter costing $2,300. Discounts are available on a sliding scale ranging from 6 to 24 percent, depending on amount

The A.S.P. Reference Minotaur Extreme Audio Power Cord
Minotaur Audio Power Cords were designed to deliver the superb attributes of the Zyklop Zero Distortion Cord in a more compact, flexible, affordable format. It is better suited for all types of audio and video equipment that have less demanding power requirements, and that benefit from precise, linear and silent current delivery.

The Minotaur power cables employ 6 AeroStrand Ultra conductors with a palladium/silver alloy for each polarity in a large tubular helix geometry with alternating positive and negative conductors, an air dielectric, and FEP Teflon air tubes. The radiation-proof shielding uses an exclusive High Density Alloy foil plus nickel-plated copper braid, with an individually protected ground. The multi-layer construction includes a silica/ceramic/ferrite mechanical damping layer.

The cords use exclusive Hyperion Ceramic plugs with silver/copper alloy electrical contacts, cryogenically tempered and plated with palladium. Carbon fiber plug housings, also custom-made and polymer-filled, help eliminate external vibrations

Minotaur Extreme Audio Power Cords are available now from Stage III dealers at a suggested price of $4,000 for 1.5 meters with each additional 0.5 meter costing $1,100. Discounts are available on a sliding scale ranging from 6 to 24 percent, depending on amount.

About Audio Imports
Based in Parker, Colorado, Aaudio Imports is a leading supplier of truly world-class high-end audio products to top quality dealers. Its high-end manufacturers, selected from companies around the world, also stand out from the crowd, and include Acapella in Germany, Audiotop in Switzerland, Bergmann Audio in Denmark, Einstein Audio Components in Germany, Isoclean Power in Hong Kong; Lansche Audio. Millennium Audio and Thomas Labusga of Germany; Weizhi Precision in Taiwan, and Ypsilon Electronics in Greece. Aaudio Imports dealers are true music lovers, selected for their product knowledge, listening skills, and desire to seek out only the best for their customers.

For further technical information, visit Aaudio Imports’ website at www.aaudioimports.com or Stage III’s website at www.stage3concepts.com.
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Aaudio Imports Offers Reference-Level Power Cords by Stage III Concepts for Top A/V Systems

Zyklop and Minotaur Audiophile-Quality Power Cords Refine Performances, Removing Noise and Adding Clarity, Transparency, Depth

PARKER, CO, July 6, 2011 — Aaudio Imports, a leading supplier of world-class high-end audio products, presents a pair of exceptional power products with unsurpassable performance qualities and build characteristics. The Zyklop and Minotaur Power Cords by Stage III Concepts, a world-class innovator in audio cable design, represent definitive statements in advanced, ultra-high performance interface technology.

Entirely handmade, the cables can be used with audio and video equipment of all types. They enhance the performance aspects of almost every system, while removing artifacts and noise that subtly mask musical nuances. The Zyklop, for example, makes treble and midrange signals smoother and better defined, and increases bass depth, articulation, video contrast and sharpness.

Based in Pasadena, California, Stage III Concepts was established by Luis De La Fuente in 1996. From the start, Stage III has been an innovator in the design of world-class audio cables and the first company to offer a variety of advanced technologies in their design and fabrication. Aaudio Imports is Stage III’s North America and Global distributor.

The A.S.P. Reference Zyklop Zero Distortion Audio Power Cord
The Zyklop Power Cord represents the upper limit for linear, silent, unrestricted power delivery for the ultra-high performance interface technology found in top audio and video components. Enhancing almost every performance aspect, it makes treble and midrange signals smoother and better defined, and increases bass depth and articulation, and video contrast and sharpness. It also removes artifacts and noise that mask fine music and image details.

The IEC and mains plugs use pure copper and silver electrical contacts with a massive conductor array delivering extremely low resistance, making it especially well suited for power amplifiers, where current demands can fluctuate quickly and drastically.

The cords employ 8 palladium/silver AeroStrand Ultra™ conductors for each polarity in a tubular helix geometry, and an air dielectric with FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) Teflon® air-tubes. Stage III’s high-efficiency AeroStrand conductors offer lower resistance and better heat dissipation than traditional stranded cords.

The Zyklop’s radiation-proof shielding uses an exclusive High Density Alloy foil plus nickel-plated copper braid, with individually protected ground, positive and negative conductors. The multi-layer construction includes a silica/ceramic/ferrite mechanical damping and shielding layer.

The cords use exclusive Hyperion Ceramic plugs with silver/copper alloy electrical contacts, cryogenically tempered and plated with palladium. Carbon fiber plug housings, also custom-made and polymer-filled, help eliminate external vibrations

Zyklop Zero Distortion Audio Power Cords are available now from Stage III dealers at a suggested price of $6,000 for 1.5 meters with each additional 0.5 meter costing $2,300. Discounts are available on a sliding scale ranging from 6 to 24 percent, depending on amount

The A.S.P. Reference Minotaur Extreme Audio Power Cord
Minotaur Audio Power Cords were designed to deliver the superb attributes of the Zyklop Zero Distortion Cord in a more compact, flexible, affordable format. It is better suited for all types of audio and video equipment that have less demanding power requirements, and that benefit from precise, linear and silent current delivery.

The Minotaur power cables employ 6 AeroStrand Ultra conductors with a palladium/silver alloy for each polarity in a large tubular helix geometry with alternating positive and negative conductors, an air dielectric, and FEP Teflon air tubes. The radiation-proof shielding uses an exclusive High Density Alloy foil plus nickel-plated copper braid, with an individually protected ground. The multi-layer construction includes a silica/ceramic/ferrite mechanical damping layer.

The cords use exclusive Hyperion Ceramic plugs with silver/copper alloy electrical contacts, cryogenically tempered and plated with palladium. Carbon fiber plug housings, also custom-made and polymer-filled, help eliminate external vibrations

Minotaur Extreme Audio Power Cords are available now from Stage III dealers at a suggested price of $4,000 for 1.5 meters with each additional 0.5 meter costing $1,100. Discounts are available on a sliding scale ranging from 6 to 24 percent, depending on amount.

About Audio Imports
Based in Parker, Colorado, Aaudio Imports is a leading supplier of truly world-class high-end audio products to top quality dealers. Its high-end manufacturers, selected from companies around the world, also stand out from the crowd, and include Acapella in Germany, Audiotop in Switzerland, Bergmann Audio in Denmark, Einstein Audio Components in Germany, Isoclean Power in Hong Kong; Lansche Audio. Millennium Audio and Thomas Labusga of Germany; Weizhi Precision in Taiwan, and Ypsilon Electronics in Greece. Aaudio Imports dealers are true music lovers, selected for their product knowledge, listening skills, and desire to seek out only the best for their customers.

For further technical information, visit Aaudio Imports’ website at www.aaudioimports.com or Stage III’s website at www.stage3concepts.com.

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Velodyne, the world’s leading manufacturer of powered subwoofers, has bolstered the distribution network for its Chrysalis line of subwoofers through several recent distribution partnerships throughout North America.

Among the new distributors for Velodyne’s Chrysalis brand include Allnet Distributing (Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana and Kentucky), Big Dog Distributing (Atlanta, Ga. and Nashville, Tenn.), Bursma Electronic Distributing (Michigan, Ohio and Western Pennsylvania), Cardinal Sales (New York City) and Pacific Cabling Solutions (British Columbia, Canada).

“All great professional installers know that no home entertainment system is complete without a great subwoofer,” said Bruce Hall, president of Velodyne Acoustics. “With our recent distribution partnerships, installation professionals now have greater access to our Chrysalis brand of products, providing them even more opportunities to provide their customers with the best combination of price and performance in subwoofer technology.”

Chrysalis subwoofers are driven by Velodyne’s 28 years of technology advancements, delivering a powerful home theater experience. Available in a wide array of sizes, styles and price points, each subwoofer provides excellent bass performance for movies and music.

Chrysalis’ Starfire Series, available in 6.5” (with an 8” passive), 10” and 12” models, produces deep, accurate bass that gives a dynamic lifelike quality to any home entertainment setting. The Chrysalis Photon Series delivers powerful bass in the form of a small subwoofer. These tiny, yet accurate subwoofers include 8” and 10” models. The remote controlled BassMatrix Series subwoofers allow users to customize their listening experience by selecting digital presets. The InstallAdvantage Series offers an affordable, easy-to-install in-wall subwoofer with matching amplifier.  The IA Series includes one-touch, auto-EQ room bass correction along with a remote control with four bass presets for music, movies and games.

For more information on Chrysalis by Velodyne, visit http://www.chrysalisacoustics.com.

About Velodyne

Velodyne Acoustics, Inc., founded in 1983, is universally recognized as the leading manufacturer of high-performance, low distortion powered subwoofers at all price levels. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, the company’s technically innovative audio products are available through a select group of authorized dealers, custom installers, and distributors worldwide. For more information visit www.velodyne.com.

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