RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier Enhances Music for Gamers

May 14, 2001-- Evergreen Technologies today launched its new RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier, the second product in its new RumbleFX line of consumer electronics. The RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier acts as a portable stereo receiver and enhances sound or music listening enjoyment for gamers, PC or Mac users, those using portable music players, and those using Evergreen's RumbleFX force feedback headphones. Any device with audio output and a jack to plug into can connect to the RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier to experience the 3D holographic surround sound, enhanced sub-woofer effect and extended frequency signal reproduction.

Consumers get the benefits of a top-of-the-line stereo receiver in a lightweight, portable and affordable ($79.99 list) unit.

The RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier amplifies the signal from any audio device (video game console, PC/Mac, portable MP3 or CD player, TV, VCR, DVD player, FM radio, etc.), transmitting it to stereo speakers or headphones for sound output. This includes Evergreen's new RumbleFX force feedback headphones, recently introduced to immerse gamers in positional audio vibrations so they not only hear, but also feel the action and its location.

For audio systems with line out connections only, and other devices that do not provide their own signal amplification (such as console video games), consumers can now use the new RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier to more conveniently experience the full effect of their RumbleFX headphones. Otherwise, console games require the use of a full sized stereo receiver for signal amplification and connection to the RumbleFX headphones.

"Statistics indicate that over 60% of PC owners listen to music on their PC, but typically, sound reproduction on these systems is extremely poor," said Mike Magee, president and CEO of Evergreen Technologies. "From my experience, connecting the RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier can transform this lifeless sound experience to enhanced 3D surround sound system quality. The same goes for students in a dorm room, or others who listen to music from portable music players. For gamers, we believe the 3D surround sound and sub-woofer effect from the RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier will further enhance their game immersion and virtual reality experience."

The RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier features SRS(TM) WOW(TM) technology, which turns any mono, stereo or surround sound audio device into 3D holographic surround sound using only two speakers. The 3D Sound Amplifier also features FOCUS(TM) technology that compensates for less than optimal speaker location by correcting frequency characteristics of the input signal. SRS(TM) TruBass(TM) optimizes low frequency signals for enhanced bass effect from any headphone or speaker.

For a current list of retailers carrying the RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier, customers may visit the www.RumbleFX.com website -- developed for Evergreen's new line of consumer electronics products. The RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier is also available through national distributors and PC mail order catalogs.

RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier Dimensions and Warranty:

• Dimensions: Length 8.5", Height 7", Width 2.5"
• Weight: 1.5 lbs.
• 90 day warranty

RumbleFX 3D Sound Amplifier Specifications:

Input:

• Stereo in: 2 RCA line in jacks for L and R channels
• Stereo in: 1 x 3.5mm jack in for PC sound card, walkman, CD audio and other audio equipment

Output

• 2 RCA line out jacks for connection to amplifiers
• 1 x 3.5mm jack for direct listening with headphones
• 3W x 2 channel stereo amplified output via 3.5mm stereo jack

About Evergreen Technologies, Inc.:
Evergreen Technologies, Inc., based in Corvallis, Ore., designs, manufactures, distributes and supports performance and system upgrades for the personal computer (Windows and Macintosh) marketplace. Since 1989, Evergreen has pioneered a range of solutions that "refresh" older systems to current system performance and functionality. For more information, call 800/733-0934, check www.evergreennow.com, www.rumblefx.com, or send email to sales@evergreennow.com.