London, UK – 14^th September 2011 – Today, audio innovator Altec Lansing introduced the new inMotion® iMT630 Classic and Sport speaker systems for iPhone and iPod^.  The inMotion iMT630 Classic and Sport speakers are ultra-portable audio solutions for consumers who want to accessorize their active lifestyle while enjoying great sound quality. With a rechargeable battery, the iMT630 travels easily, whether it’s from room to room or to the park for a family day-out. From looking good to sounding good, the iMT630 never misses a beat, standing out and delivering amazing audio quality wherever life takes it.

“Consumer electronics are an extension of our own unique taste, and the inMotion iMT630 syncs the listener’s personality to his or her lifestyle. It is the perfect marriage of form and function, whether it remains stationary as part of a room’s décor or moves with the party to keep the fun going,” said Steve Schlangen, Altec Lansing Senior Product Manager. “By incorporating our engineering audio excellence into a thoughtful portable design, the iMT630 becomes more than a dock for your iPhone or iPod; it becomes a personal accessory to life.”

Despite its small footprint, the iMT630 pumps out clear and accurate sound even at maximum volume. Whether relaxing at home or playing outside, users can enjoy precision audio clarity and crisp bass delivered through dual 2-inch drivers for a full stereo experience. Proving that style does not have to be sacrificed for performance, the iMT630 features fluid aesthetics with rounded corners and is available in three distinct colours to please any personal preference: the inMotion iMT630 Classic comes in timeless black while the inMotion iMT630 Sport packs a colourful punch in red or teal.

Seamlessly adapting to a user’s active lifestyle, the compact and portable iMT630 easily moves from room to room with the user.  The rechargeable Lithium Ion battery allows users to enjoy their music away from the outlet for nearly seven hours. The included wireless remote offers full iPod navigation from across the room and has its own magnetic storage space, so it never gets misplaced. Consumers can also access their music through the onboard controls. Whether listening to music with the family or entertaining the neighbours on the patio, the iMT630 lets others indulge in their favourite music by connecting their device via the auxiliary input jack.

App Enhancement

Users can enhance their experience with the iMT630 by utilizing Altec Lansing’s iOS apps, including the Music Mood app and the Alarm Rock app. With the Music Mood’s Graphic Equalizer (EQ), users can customize their sound for a more enjoyable listening experience. From basic and preset options to a more advanced seven-band graphic EQ, customized sound can be saved and accessed at the user’s discretion. Also included within the Music Mood app is the Ambient Sound library which lets users relax to a number of serene sounds, including a crackling fireplace, a calming river stream, a relaxing beach or a mountain breeze.

The Alarm Rock app acts as a full-featured digital alarm clock complete with time display and an oversized snooze button. Users can choose to wake or sleep to their favourite audio files and songs, while enjoying a fully customizable interface to match even the most eclectic tastes.

Availability and Pricing

Altec Lansing’s iMT630 is available now at select consumer electronics retailers for £99.99 / €129.99 MSRP.

The iMT630 is compatible with iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation), iPod classic, iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generation), iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G and iPhone.

The Music Mood and Alarm Rock Apps are available for free from the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore/.

Berlin, Germany – 2nd September 2011 – Today, audio innovator Altec Lansing introduced its new Bliss series of noise-isolating, in-ear headphones designed for women’s ears and to compliment their personal styles. Featuring the Bliss Platinum, Bliss Gold and Bliss Silver earphones, Altec Lansing beautifully designed 9 different earphone models with smaller housings to fit petite ears while providing exceptional sound quality.  The Bliss series incorporates stylish colours and jewel accents to appeal to a woman’s sense of fashion. Whether commuting to work or working out, Altec Lansing’s Bliss series earphones offer style, comfort and great sound for women on the go.

“The majority of earphones currently on the market for women are just painted versions of male earphones; they are too large and uncomfortable for the female ear,” says Raleigh Wilson, Vice President of Sales & Marketing “Altec Lansing’s new Bliss series earphones are specifically designed to be small while providing our renowned sound quality. And, with three styles and nine colours for women to choose from, these earphones compliment a variety of personal tastes.”

Three Style Series of Noise Isolating Comfort for Women   

Altec Lansing’s Bliss series delivers in three important areas for women: sound quality, fit and style. Altec Lansing engineered the Bliss series with narrower barrels and smaller ear tips to fit gently and securely in female ears. Despite the lightweight design, Altec Lansing’s sound engineering ensures that its smaller components deliver great audio quality with punchy bass and clear highs so small ears can experience big sound. For added comfort, each earphone includes a selection of different size ear tips to let each user customize her fit.

Altec Lansing’s Bliss Platinum earphones are a practical yet stylish accessory designed for women looking for a subtle yet luxurious product to reflect their taste and lifestyle. The user will enjoy an immersive soundstage that resonates from within the diamond-cut styling, with crisp highs and bass that thumps without being overwhelming. Available in three attractive colours; aqua, black and pink, the Bliss Platinum products look as good as they sound. Epitomizing functional fashion, these earphones incorporate a coordinated braided cloth cord that eliminates friction and tangling. Also included with the Bliss Platinum earphones is a soft carry case that protects the earphones for ultimate portability and an eight-piece ear tip kit for the perfect fit.

For those who believe in accessories that sparkle, Altec Lansing’s Bliss Gold earphones feature glamorous jewel-faceted housings in pale lilac, violet and rose. The Gold series is ideal for women with a discrete sense of style and sophisticated taste who want their accessories to match with a range of outfits. The Gold series acoustics feature crisp and clean audio, especially ideal for emphasis on vocals. The Bliss Silver earphones feature a low profile, perfectly balanced audio and chic design in bright contemporary gold, teal and red at an affordable price point – perfect for young fashionable music lovers who want to make a bold statement.

Availability

Altec Lansing’s Bliss Platinum (MZX736) earphones are available now at all good electronic retailers for £39.99/ €49.99 MSRP. Altec Lansing’s Bliss Gold (MZX436) and Bliss Silver (MZX236) headphones are MSRP £29.99/ €39.99 and MSRP £24.99/ €29.99) respectively.

UK, London – May 17th, 2011 – Enhancing the iPad experience, audio innovator Altec Lansing today announced an upgrade to its Octiv 450 docking speaker system for the iPad, iPhone and iPod. Bringing to life the latest iPad, the Octiv 450 is one of the first products to support the iPad2 and showcase its latest features and unique capabilities for entertainment. With convenient design features, the Octiv 450 provides an exciting experience for watching and listening to content as well as a stylish home for the iPad.

“As audio innovators with 70 years of music heritage, and inventors of the first iPod dock and first iPhone speaker system, we are proud to be the first to offer an iPad2 compatible dock,” said Miguel Martin Gomez EMEA Channel and Marketing Manager “Altec Lansing has created the perfect solution to hands-free viewing, greater sound delivery as well as charging capabilities all in one dock with the Octiv 450.”

iPad2 Support

The Octiv 450 allows users to dock and charge their iPad while a 3.5mm auxiliary jack offers support for additional devices. The Octiv 450 is now sold with an additional adapter kit included, so that it can be used with both versions of the iPad. This kit is also available separately free of charge so existing owners of the Octiv 450 can easily upgrade their device to support the new iPad2.

Superior Sound for HD Video and Music

The new front-facing camera and rear-facing cameras on the iPad2 are ideal for FaceTime and shooting HD video. With the Octiv 450 this audio and video footage can be enjoyed in optimum audio quality. Altec Lansing’s Audio Alignment technology provides distinctive centre channel voicing and enhanced stereo delivery for distortion-free performance even at full volume.

For a more pleasant viewing experience, the Octiv 450’s unique rotating connection arm allows the iPad to be viewed in both portrait and landscape positions and offers a tilt screen for multiple viewing angles, plus a full featured, wireless remote provides easy navigation from across the room.

Music collections are growing and have now just grown bigger with Apple’s new iOS 4.3 on the iPad2. Music and files can be easily shared between devices including the iPhone4, iPhone 3GS and iPod Touch and played back with upgraded audio quality and sound distribution on the Octiv 450.

Availability and Pricing

The Altec Lansing Octiv 450 audio dock upgrade kit will be available mid May at Apple, John Lewis, Dixons and PC World.

London – 10^th May 2011 – Altec Lansing, audio experts in PC and stereo speaker systems, today introduced the Orbit USB StereoÔ(iML247) speaker, the newest member of its Orbit family. This ultra-portable USB speaker is perfect for the frequent traveller, providing surprisingly big stereo sound and the convenience of plug-and-play USB connectivity for netbooks, PCs and laptops.

“We think two types of consumers will love the Orbit USB Stereo,” says Miguel Martin Gomez EMEA Channel and Marketing Manager, “Working professionals who can enhance their presentations with board-room filling sound from the Orbit USB Stereo. It’s small enough to pack in a briefcase for work trips and can also be used to listen to music or watch a movie in their hotel rooms at night. And of course, music fans who store music on their laptops and take their sound with them wherever they go.  Parties, music concerts and festivals, the Orbit USB Stereo can be tossed in a backpack and provide powerful instant sound at any time and any location.”

This powerful little speaker boasts Altec Lansing’s Audio Alignment™ design, which is the precise balance and craftsmanship of the key audio components — the driver, the enclosure and the electronics. The sonic result is astounding volume, clarity and depth in a small system. The battery-free design offers an environmentally responsible solution and the retractable stands aim the audio wherever wanted.

Key features include:

• Audio Alignment™ – Altec Lansing’s expertise ensure that drivers, enclosure and electronics are balanced for optimum sound
• Incredible Digital Clarity – From the source to the speaker, sound stays digitally wired through the USB connection guaranteeing the integrity of the original signal.
• Powerful Stereo Sound – two 40mm active drivers deliver impressively powerful audio in a very small compact design
• USB Powered – No batteries or AC cord required, just plug-and-play.
• USB Cord Storage – Free from tangle, just wind up the cord and go.
• Built-in Stands – Retractable stands lets you direct the sound to your audience
• Travel Case – stylish black case makes it perfectly portable for travel
• LED Power Indicator – lets you know when device is on
• Stow and Go – the 2 speakers snap together for convenient portability and easy storage

Availability

The new Orbit USB StereoÔ (iML247) will be available at Amazon, DSGi, JLP, Currys, and PC World from mid May 2011. The Orbit USB has an MSRP of £39.99 / €49.99 (inc VAT).

London – 19^th April 2011 – Altec Lansing, audio experts in PC and stereo speaker systems, today introduced the BXR1321Ô 2.1 stereo speaker system for computers and MP3 players. This three-piece system brings an elegant design and Altec Lansing’s award-winning sound to any desktop, laptop, netbook or MP3 player.

“The BXR1321 offers good quality sound with strong bass bringing your music, movies and games to life,” says Miguel Martin Gomez EMEA Marketing Manager, “It’s the perfect solution for someone who wants to upgrade their 2.0 system and the elegant design looks great anywhere in the home”

The new BXR1321™ is a 2.1 subwoofer-satellite combination that provides an amazing 84db of sound pressure level from a compact system. The two 2-inch full range drivers extend the treble response out to 18 kHz, retaining the clarity of music files, games and movies. The separate satellite speakers also give improved sound imaging and as a result the perception of both gaming action and stereo recordings is enhanced. The 4-inch down-firing driver in the subwoofer provides low frequency response for realistic bass and surround effects, adding a new level of realism to any music, movie or game.

The USB connection makes it easy to set up to your PC, netbook or laptop and the additional AUX in jack provides easy connection to portable DVD, MP3 and CD players, ideal for enjoying music, movies and games on the road.

Key features include:

• Audio Alignment™ – Altec Lansing’s expertise ensure that drivers, enclosure and electronics are balanced for optimum sound
• Quality Stereo Sound – dual 2-inch full-range speaker drivers deliver crystal-clear full spectrum audio bringing music, movies and games alive
• Deep Bass – the down-firing subwoofer delivers impressive bass
• Improved Sound Imaging – separate satellite speaker improve perception
• Built-in controls –volume and power controls are on the satellite for easy access
• Magnetically shielded – able to place next to monitors without interference
• Easy to set up - USB powered. No need to find an unnsed AC outlet.
• Auxiliary input jack – second audio connection source with a 3.5mm jack

Availability

The new BXR1321 will be available at Amazon, DSGi, JLP, Currys, and PC World from mid May 2011. The BXR1321 has an MSRP of £29.99 / €34.99 (inc VAT).

London – 19^th April 2011 – Altec Lansing, audio experts in PC and stereo speaker systems, today introduced the BXR1320Ô stereo speaker system for desktop and portable PCs.  With a compact and elegant design, it delivers full-spectrum audio for a sound quality unmatched by any other speakers in this price category.

“The BXR1320 offers great sound and styling in a compact size at an affordable price,” says Miguel Martin Gomez EMEA Channel and Marketing Manager, “It’s perfect for users looking for a compact speaker system that delivers fantastic audio quality whether gaming, listening to music or watching movies.”

The new BXR1320™ features a pair of compact satellite speakers with Altec Lansing’s Audio Alignment™ technology, which precisely balances the speaker drivers, enclosure and electronics for optimum sound. Thanks to its USB connection, the BXR1320 doesn’t require an AC outlet – and no cumbersome power brick — making the system easy to set up, perfect for on-the-road enjoyment of music, movies and games, and the ideal companion for today’s netbooks. Magnetically shielded to keep your monitor interference free and with built-in controls, the BXR1320 provides rich, authoritative audio from its 2-inch full range drivers.

Specifically designed for the casual user looking for the best value for money when listening to music, videos and multimedia from any desktop, laptop or netbook, this system combines a compact, stylish and contemporary design with Altec Lansing’s uncompromising signature sound

Key features include:

• Audio Alignment™ – Altec Lansing’s expertise ensure that drivers, enclosure and electronics are balanced for optimum sound
• Quality Stereo Sound – dual 2” full-range speaker drivers deliver crystal-clear full spectrum audio
• Easy access controls –volume and power controls are on the satellite for easy access
• Magnetically shielded – able to place next to monitors without interference
• Easy to set up - USB powered. No need to find an unused AC outlet

Availability

The new BXR1320 will be available at Amazon, DSGi, JLP, Currys, and PC World from early May 2011. The BXR1320 has an MSRP of £19.99 / €19.99 (inc VAT).

UK, London – 5^th April 2011 – Altec Lansing today introduced the Octiv 650 audio speaker system for iPhone and iPod users, which delivers crystal clear audio in a sleek elegant design. The flat-front horn loudspeaker design together with two 3-inch full range drivers and a nested 4-inch down-firing subwoofer deliver impressive room-filling sound. It also connects direct to the TV letting users play videos from their iPhone and iPod Touch in full screen. An added feature is the free downloadable Music Mood app, which lets users enhance their listening experience further with relaxing and calming videos and sounds.

Elegant and Intelligent Design

The Octiv 650 speaker system is the fusion of elegant simplicity and the artistry of acoustic engineering. Its discreet lines, flat front design and unique wedge shape ensures it blends in with home décor while it fills your space with full well-balanced sound. The design is clean and stylish, the epitome of understatement and impressive over delivery.

“Altec Lansing has over 70 years experience in developing innovative and modern sound systems to match the audio needs of the ever-evolving music and entertainment culture,” said Adrian Bedggood, EMEA Director of Business Management “Music and entertainment are part of our everyday lives and at Altec Lansing we are passionate about giving our customers the best audio experience possible, so users can get the most out of whatever it is they are listening to or watching.”

High Quality Audio and Deep Bass

Altec Lansing’s rich legacy of developing audio systems that complement the iPod and iPhone with great sound, beautiful design and the ability to share music continues with the Octiv 650. Delivering a full spectrum of crystal clear stereo sound through two 3-inch full range drivers, a nested 4-inch downfiring subwoofer and precision-engineered speakers, the Octiv 650 provides impressive audio with warm balanced sound.

TV Ready

The component and composite video outputs included on the Octiv 650 allow you to easily connect the speaker to your TV, enabling you to watch videos from your iPhone, iPod Touch or video-equipped iPod in full screen. Whether this content is already stored on your device or downloaded from sites such as YouTube, iTunes or Netflix you can now enjoy your favourite TV shows, films and video clips on a standard-size screen with better quality audio through the Octiv 650’s speakers, instead of making do with listening through the iPod’s own speakers.

Setting the Mood

The free downloadable ‘Music Mood’ app lets users customize their listening experience with a 7 band graphic equaliser as well as multiple pre-sets. Additionally, individual ambiance can be enhanced with a selection of relaxing and ambient videos and sounds featured in the Ambient Sound & Visual Generator in the Music Mood app, such as a crackling fireplace, ocean waves and gentle rainfall.

Octiv® 650 features include:

• Listen without interference – Certified to work with iPhone and iPod
• iPhone In-Call Support - automatically music pauses for calls from iPhone
• Audio Alignment™ – Altec Lansing’s expertise ensure that drivers, enclosure and electronics are balanced for optimum sound.
• Understated Design - flat front horn design blends into home décor
• Video Out - connects direct to the TV to play videos from iPhone and iPod Touch in full screen
• Deep Bass – nestled sub-woofer on bottom delivers deep bass
• Remote Control – Fully featured remote allowing access to all the iPod and iPhone menus
• Auxiliary input – connects a second audio source
• Free Music Mood App – Search for Altec Lansing in the App Store area of iTunes

Availability and Pricing

The Altec Lansing Octiv 650 will be available from April at Apple, John Lewis, Dixons and PC World. MSRP is €179.99/ £169.99. The Music Mood app is available in the iTunes app store as a free download. It is available in two different colours: Charcoal (available now) and Grey Slate (from June onwards).

UK, London – February 8th, 2011 – Today, audio innovator Altec Lansing announces the European launch of the inMotion Air, the universal solution for users who desire true wireless freedom for home audio, but will not compromise sound quality. From any room in the house or from a variety of devices, the inMotion Air delivers audio autonomy providing room filling sound up to 100 metres away with unrivaled clarity.

“Users want access to their music at all times, whether it’s from their computer libraries, their mobile phones or portable players. The inMotion Air delivers freedom from the confines of wires so that the benefits of rich, crystal clear sound can be shared anywhere,” said Adrian Bedggood, EMEA Director of Business Management “Our heritage as an audio innovator enabled us to engineer a new wireless audio experience with an immersive soundstage, so whether consumers are connecting across the house from their computer or across the room from their iPhone, their music is always in reach.”

Life’s Playlist, Unbound

The robust sound from the inMotion Air will appeal to users looking for a more sophisticated solution for liberating their music libraries. Unlike any other wireless audio system at this affordable price point, users will get the party moving with distinctive sound definition and distortion free audio. When connected via the wireless adaptor to a computer, the inMotion air achieves an astounding range of 100 metres, that’s the equivalent of an entire football field, to stream playlists, internet radio or other audio content.

Whether setting the mood or rocking out, the inMotion Air lets loose the full potential of everyday devices. Users of the iPhone, iPad, Droid and other stereo Bluetooth enabled devices can enjoy their music anywhere, for up to seven hours of rich audio ecstasy with the included rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. Designed to be an accessory to an active social lifestyle, syncing to the inMotion Air is fast and simple for the user, as well as friends and family with compatible devices.

Users can control extensive audio libraries with the remote control, with included support for iTunes and Windows Media Center. When connected to a Bluetooth enabled portable device streaming and controlling content is a breeze.

Wireless Audio Evolved

To create top quality Bluetooth audio, the apt-X sound codec technology has been integrated into the inMotion Air. Apt-X is a unique codec that reproduces robust sound that’s true-to-life, providing CD quality audio, regardless of file compression encoding. Additionally, Waves’ Maxx^® audio algorithms are used to further enhance the performance for the best possible audio experience never before heard from a wireless portable audio device in this price range.

The inMotion Air computer adaptor features a bypass / line-out connection for speakers, so the adaptor unit never has to be unplugged from the computer. To make the inMotion Air more in-sync with a mobile lifestyle, the Bluetooth class 1 utilized in this system cuts down on interference to other devices such as Wi-Fi networks and cordless phones. Additionally, whether the user is looking to double the output or bring the party to multiple rooms simultaneously, two units can be linked to the same transmitter to provide truly immersive audio.

Weighing in at just over a pound (0.45kg), the inMotion Air’s sleek industrial design features top-mounted controls, soft-texture finish and an ergonomic handle in the back for easy carrying. The included remote gives the user easy control of their iTunes or Windows Media Center library from across the room. To fit any décor, the inMotion Air will be available in two colors, a modern slate black and riveting gunmetal.

Availability and Pricing

The Altec Lansing inMotion Air will be available from February at Apple, John Lewis, Dixons and PC World. www.alteclansing.com. MSRP is € 199.99 / £179.99.

London – 13^th January 2011 – Altec Lansing, audio experts in PC and stereo speaker systems, today introduced the VS2720Ô stereo speaker system for computers and MP3 players.  With a compact and contemporary design, it delivers full-spectrum audio for a sound quality unmatched by any other speakers in this price category.

“The VS2720 offers great sound and styling in a compact size at an affordable price,” says Miguel Martin Gomez EMEA Channel and Marketing Manager, “It’s perfect for users looking for a speaker system that delivers fantastic audio quality that they can use wherever they are – at home, in the office or on the go.”

The VS2720™ is a powerful, full-spectrum sound system that provides listeners with a rich 2.0 audio experience that belies the system’s compact size. The two 3-inch full range drivers combined with dual 3” passive radiators deliver the full spectrum of audio frequencies with an impressive bass, so that the clarity and sparkle of even high-bit rate music files, high-resolution games and high definition movies is still retained. The VS2720 has built in volume, power and tone controls and an AUX in Jack for easy connection to portable DVD, MP3 or CD players.

Specifically designed for the casual user looking for the best value for money when listening to music, videos and multimedia from any desktop, laptop, netbook or MP3 player, this system combines a compact, angled and bold contemporary design with Altec Lansing’s uncompromising signature sound.

Key features include:

• Audio Alignment™ – Altec Lansing’s expertise ensure that drivers, enclosure and electronics are balanced for optimum sound.
• Unmatched Sound Quality – dual 3” full-range speaker drivers combined with 3” passive radiators deliver crystal-clear full spectrum audio for a sound quality unmatched by any other speakers in this price category
• Easy access controls – tone, volume and power controls are on the satellite for easy access
• Magnetically shielded – able to place next to monitors without interference
• Auxiliary input jack – second audio connection source with a 3.5mm jack

Availability

The new VS2720 will be available at Amazon, DSGi, JLP, Currys, and PC World from 1^st January 2011. The VS2720 has an MSRP of £34.99 (inc VAT).

London – 13^th January 2011 – Altec Lansing, audio experts in PC and stereo speaker systems, today introduced the VS2721Ô 2.1 speaker system for computers and MP3 players.  This three-piece system brings a bold, contemporary design and Altec Lansing’s award-winning sound to any desktop, laptop, netbook or MP3 player.

“Today consumers want the most value for their money,” says Miguel Martin Gomez EMEA Marketing Manager, “The VS2721 offers great sound and styling in a compact size, making it ideal for small spaces. It’s the perfect solution for someone who wants to upgrade their 2.0 system and the striking, modern design fits in with almost any decor style making it look great in the home”

The VS2721™ is a 2.1 subwoofer-satellite combination that provides an amazing 92db of sound pressure level from a compact system. The two 2-inch full range drivers extend the treble response out to 20 kHz, retaining the clarity and sparkle of even high-bit rate music files, high-resolution games and high definition movies.  The 2-inch side-firing driver in the subwoofer provides low frequency response with 28 watts of power for realistic bass and surround effects.

Designed to deliver blow-your-socks-off sound for music, movies and games, the VS2721 brings a new level of audio performance to its value price category. It has built in volume, power and tone controls and an AUX in Jack for easy connection to portable DVD, MP3 or CD players.

Key features include:

• Audio Alignment™ – Altec Lansing’s expertise ensure that drivers, enclosure and electronics are balanced for optimum sound
• Crystal-clear Sound – dual 2” full-range speaker drivers deliver crystal-clear full spectrum audio
• Powerful Bass – the side-firing subwoofer delivers powerful bass with 28 watts of power in a space-saving design
• Easy access controls – tone, volume and power controls are on the satellite for easy access
• Magnetically shielded – able to place next to monitors without interference
• Auxiliary input jack – second audio connection source with a 3.5mm jack

Availability

The new VS2721 will be available at Amazon, DSGi, JLP, Currys and PC World from 1^st January 2011. The MSRP for the VS2721 is £49.99.