TAPCO DI-1A and DI-1P Direct Injection Boxes Debut at SIEL

February 6, 2005– Paris, France – Today at SIEL, TAPCO introduces the first in a new family of audio accessory products, the DI-1A and DI-1P active and passive direct injection boxes.

The TAPCO DI-1A and DI-1P boxes provide signal and impedance matching for the direct connection of instruments to amplifiers and mixers. In addition, both the DI-1A and DI-1P feature a Thru/Out jack that will allow a clean signal to be sent to any amplifier in addition to a mixer for greater control during live performances.

The DI-1A active model offers the option of power via a 48v Phantom from a mixer or internally via two 9-volt batteries. The DI-1P passive model comes complete with a filter for enhancing bass and guitar sounds.

Featuring a hardy metal chassis with rubber side cheeks for extra durability, the TAPCO Direct Injection boxes are designed for convenient stacking and easy use in live or recorded sound environments.

See the entire TAPCO family at SIEL in Paris, France, February 6-9, 2005. TAPCO is located in booth #J32.

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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