Weybridge, 16 October 2007 - Sony Europe’s IT Peripherals division today announced the extension of its PC speaker range with the introduction of five 2.0 PC speaker systems. The lifestyle-orientated products launch as Sony looks to expand its IT peripherals offering and further increase its share of the PC speaker market within the next year. The products include two mid-range desktop PC speakers (SRS-Z510 and SRS-A212B), two entry-level desktop PC speakers (SRS-A201 and SRS-AX10s), as well as one portable speaker system (SRS-M30) that complements the existing SRS-T10PCV on the travel speaker segment, and the high-end SRS-ZP1000 Hi-fi PC speakers.

Sony SRS-M30

 

Portable speakers

SRS-M30 – Ideal for those on the move

• 39mm Neodymium driver for sound clarity
• Slim portable design with built-in slot to attach pair speakers into one unit for portability and cable storage
• Two-way power supply: battery and AC adaptor

SRS-T10PC – For frequent travelers

• Compact and light travel speaker system
• USB bus power for use without AC or battery power
• Stand design and integrated wire storage box for easy transport

Entry-level speakers

The entry-level speakers are designed for improved sound quality for PC/Laptop or portable audio users.

SRS-A201 – For clear sound in a small casing

• 57mm white cone type unit for a clear sound
• Modern design suitable for both PC and portable audio

Sony SRS-AX10

 

SRS-AX10 – A unique and stylish design

• 21mm Neodymium driver and built-in digital amplifier for sound clarity
• Unique floating speaker cabinet
• Control switch on stand

Mid-range speakers

Both of Sony’s mid-range desktop speaker systems blend stylish design, performance and connectivity with dual inputs enabling users to connect their PC/laptop and MP3 player simultaneously.

SRS-Z510 – Powerful, high frequency speakers for superlative sound

• Built-in Mega Bass feature and 55mm Sigma driver for a powerful and clear sound
• High frequency (60-40 000 Hz) sound reproduction and headphone jack
• Available in a silver finish

SRS-A212B – Excellent sound quality active speaker system

• Built-in digital amplifier for powerful sound in a small and slick design casing
• 66mm white cone type unit

Sony SRS-ZP1000

 

High-end speakers

SRS-ZP1000 – Powerful Hi-fi speaker with sound mode switch

• 50W power output and built-in 1 bit digital amplifier for clear sound
• Two separate Sound Modes to deliver the ultimate sound quality for your PC Music and movies/PC Games
• Two inputs to connect to a PC / laptop and an MP3 player

All of the new 2.0 speaker systems are magnetically shielded for sound quality, have built-in volume control and an on/off power switch, with an AC adaptor included in the box.

Agnès Lariguet, Product Manager for PC Accessories, Sony Europe’s IT Peripherals division comments, “Sony has a long heritage in consumer products, particularly quality audio products. Alongside the new speaker products we have also established a dedicated IT sales and IT distribution channel to bring the products to market. Building on the success of our 2.1 and 5.1 speaker ranges we aim to achieve a 10% market share of the PC speaker market within the next year.”

The Sony PC speaker range also includes 2.1, 5.1 and travel speakers, designed to enhance audio, movie and game experiences from your PC desktop or laptop. Details of current products are available at – www.sony-europe.com.