TAPCO Introduces The Thump TH-15A Active Loudspeaker

January 19, 2006– NAMM, Anaheim, CA – TAPCO is pleased to introduce the TH-15A, a 200-watt Active PA loudspeaker that uses fully-integrated electronics to achieve levels of performance and acoustic quality unmatched by any loudspeaker near its price.

More than just a simple "powered" loudspeaker, the Thump TH-15A's features integrated "Active" electronics, which provide separate amplifiers for the 15-inch woofer and one-inch compression driver, as well as active crossovers (which eliminates phase anomalies and the need for external processing hardware), and time-correction circuitry. Audio quality is further enhanced thanks to the inclusion of a 3-band EQ with dual sweepable mid-range. As a result, the TH-15A delivers exceptionally high SPL with little distortion and an overall sonic character much more musical than similarly prices powered designs.

The Thump TH-15A also features a lightweight and durable polypropylene enclosure that can be both pole mounted or placed on its side in the monitor position for extra versatility. The I/O section includes XLR inputs and through connections.

The new TAPCO Thump TH-15A will be available Q2 2006 and will have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $429.99. The complete TAPCO product line, including the Thump TH-15A, is currently on display at the NAMM Convention in Anaheim, Calif., January 19-22. TAPCO is located in Hall B, booth #5776.

About TAPCO
TAPCO revolutionized the pro audio industry back in 1969 with the very first 6-channel PA mixer specifically made for rock 'n' roll. Designed by audio guru Greg Mackie, the first TAPCO mixer was priced just right for starving musicians and durable enough to withstand mammoth-levels of on the road wear and tear. Today, TAPCO has been reborn-backed by the engineering and product development horsepower of Mackie. TAPCO is a LOUD Technologies Inc. brand.

TAPCO is a registered trademark of LOUD Technologies Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

For more information please contact: LOUD Technologies Inc. – 16220 Wood-Red Road N.E. – Woodinville, WA 98072 – Phone: (425) 487-4333 – Fax: (425) 487-4337 – Internet: www.loudtechinc.com

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