LAUTEN AUDIO TO DEBUT THREE NEW MODELS AT THE 2008 WINTER NAMM SHOW

Company to debut three new studio microphones at the 2008 Winter NAMM show

SANTA CLARA, CA, January 7, 2008 – Lauten Audio, a professional microphone maker, will debut three new studio microphones at the 2008 Winter NAMM show in booth #6983; the LT-381, FC-357 and ST-221. Each new model compliments each other as well as their first product, the Horizon tube microphone, and enriches their professional studio microphone line.

“This year's Winter NAMM show is very exciting for us,” said Brian Loudenslager, Founder of Lauten Audio. “2007 was a very challenging and productive year for us. We have worked really hard to perfect these three new models and we are extremely pleased with the results.”

FC-357

The FC-357 is a solid-state multi-pattern large diaphragm condenser microphone. The FC-357 has class-A electronics and a dual-diaphragm capsule capable of omnidirectional, cardioid and figure-8 polar patterns. This microphone is for recordists looking for very clean and natural sound reproduction.

ST-221 stereo pair

ST-221 is a small diaphragm tube microphone that will be packaged in pairs. These microphones feature interchangeable cardioid and omnidirectional capsules, new-old-stock military grade vacuum tubes and premium high-resolution electronics. The ST-221 combines the characteristics of the small diaphragm and the tube, making it an ideal choice for recording instruments.

LT-381

The highly anticipated LT-381 features newly designed large dual-diaphragm capsule, new-old-stock military grade pentode input and triode output circuit, and variable omni, cardioid and figure-8 polar patterns. The LT-381 is designed to be a high-performance vocal microphone that produces incredibly full and detailed recordings. It is an exquisitely crafted work-of-art, and a remarkable fusion of form and function.

“Each of these models offers a new unique flavor to any studio microphone arsenal, and all of the Lauten Audio studio microphones are designed to compliment each other," said Mr. Loudenslager. "We spent weeks in the studio tweaking these models until we found their sweet spots. We then spent the next several months on production planning because we believe the real challenge is not in producing a couple great sounding prototypes, but in reproducing that sound in a final product consistently and efficiently. This is one of our focus areas and key strengths.”

These new models are expected to ship in the second quarter of 2008. List prices will be announced by March, 2008.

About Lauten Audio:
Lauten Audio is a high-end microphone manufacturer formed by professionals with diverse backgrounds ranging from microphone design, physics, recording engineering, electrical engineering, international business, and manufacturing. The company’s philosophy is to build better sounding microphones through unique designs, careful component selection, efficient manufacturing processes, and extensive listening tests.

LAUTEN AUDIO PARTNERS WITH ANALOG AUDIO GMBH

Germany-based Analog Audio GmbH will distribute full line of Lauten Audio microphones

Santa Clara, CA, January 14, 2008 – Lauten Audio, a high-end microphone maker, has announced a new distribution agreement with Germany-based Analog Audio GmbH. Under the terms of the agreement, Analog Audio GmbH will serve as the sole distributor in Germany for the Santa Clara, California-based company’s entire microphone line, including their highly successful Horizon tube microphone and three new models. The entire microphone line will be on display at the 2008 Winter NAMM show in booth #6983.

"Being introduced to Lauten Audio at the AES 2007 show in New York we immediately saw the potential in the Horizon tube microphone and the three new models,” says Peter Brigel, Sales Director for Analog Audio. “Lauten Audio microphones not only fit perfectly into our portfolio of high-end professional audio products, they also have great potential to fill a gap in the mid-price market."

Lauten Audio’s first commercially available product, the Horizon tube microphone, is a hand crafted boutique quality microphone that has proven to be a must-have for many recordists. Lauten Audio’s new microphones include the FC-357, the ST-221, and the LT-381. The FC-357 is a solid-state multi-pattern large diaphragm condenser microphone, designed for recordists looking for very clean and natural sound reproduction. The ST-221 is a small diaphragm tube microphone that will be packaged in pairs. The ST-221 combines the characteristics of the small diaphragm and the tube, making it an ideal choice for recording instruments. Finally, the highly anticipated LT-381 features a newly designed large dual-diaphragm capsule, new-old-stock military grade pentode input and triode output circuit, and variable omni, cardioid and figure-8 polar patterns. The LT-381 is designed to be a high-performance vocal microphone that produces incredibly full and detailed recordings.

“We are very excited that Analog Audio GmbH is distributing for Lauten Audio in Germany,” says Brian Loudenslager, founder of Lauten Audio. “They are a very well established and highly respected distributor of high-end professional audio products. We firmly believe that the extremely talented team at Analog Audio GmbH will give Lauten Audio the representation and commitment we desire.”

About Lauten Audio:
Lauten Audio is a high-end microphone manufacturer formed by professionals with diverse backgrounds ranging from microphone design, physics, recording engineering, electrical engineering, international business, and manufacturing. The company’s philosophy is to build better sounding microphones through unique designs, careful component selection, efficient manufacturing processes, and extensive listening tests.

Lauten Audio is located in Santa Clara, CA. For more information on Lauten Audio’s products and organization please visit http://www.lautenaudio.com/

About Analog Audio GmbH:
Analog Audio has been in the Pro Audio Business for more than 20 years, working with a wide range of customers from private and public broadcast, film and video audio business, and all major Pro-MI dealers in Germany and Austria. The company's focus is to distribute high-quality professional audio products for the recording industry, location recording, ENG-EFP and high-end Hifi.

Analog Audio GmbH is located in Gröbenzell, Germany. Visit Analog Audio GmbH at http://www.analogonline.de/

LAUTEN AUDIO WELCOMES DR. CHARLES CHEN AS CHIEF ENGINEER OF MICROPHONES

Dr. Chen brings 25 years of engineering and research experience to the company

SANTA CLARA, CA, January, 7 2008 – Lauten Audio is pleased to announce that Dr. Charles Chen has joined the company as Chief Engineer. Dr. Chen will be responsible for Lauten Audio's microphone engineering and design. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the company, including ten years of hands-on experience in electronics and circuitry design as a product development engineer of radio receivers and speakers.

Dr. Chen holds a BS degree in Physics and Masters and Ph.D. degrees with focus on aerodynamics and computer simulation from a top university in the Netherlands. With his academic background and experience, he has been able to apply Physics theorems to improve capsule and circuitry designs in microphones. He is intimately familiar with the latest research in Acoustic theory, and developed a capsule simulation model that has proven to be invaluable in the development of high-quality capsules. Dr. Chen has also been working on a revolutionary microphone testing system that links qualitative observations from hearing tests to quantitative physical properties and attributes.

“We are very excited and honored to welcome Dr. Chen to the team. With his knowledge and experience we will be able to reinforce our focus on the design and manufacturing of unique, high-quality professional microphones,” said Brian Loudenslager, Founder of Lauten Audio. “This is just the beginning of what we are doing to build a long and successful future for Lauten Audio. Bringing on someone like Dr. Chen demonstrates that we are committed to raising the bar for professional microphones. We’re not just tweaking the design of mics from the past; we are really focusing on ground-up designs and unique sound.”

“For many years I have been interested in the design and development of microphones, and in particular transducer design and applications,” said Dr. Charles Chen. “Having had numerous discussions and consultations with Mr. Loudenslager, it was only natural for me to become part of the team. I feel Lauten Audio has the passion and resources to bring my research and designs to life.”

Dr. Chen has worked in the academic field as a Lead Scientist and Researcher for over 25 years, and held positions at Duke University, University of Wisconsin at Madison, San Diego State University, and National Research Institute of China. Most recently he was in the high-tech industry and joined Lauten Audio from IBM.

About Lauten Audio:
Lauten Audio is a high-end microphone manufacturer formed by professionals with diverse backgrounds ranging from microphone design, physics, recording engineering, electrical engineering, international business, and manufacturing. The company’s philosophy is to build better sounding microphones through unique designs, careful component selection, efficient manufacturing processes, and extensive listening tests.

Lauten Audio in Tom Lee Music Ltd

Lauten Audio Canadian Distributor, Pacific Island Audio is pleased to announce that Tom Lee Music Ltd. in Vancouver, B.C. will become the first official dealer in Canada to sell Lauten Audio products. “I am very happy that the sales team and purchasing department have decided take on the line in Canada” says owner Ron Sluzar. With the increased interest in the line at AES 2007 show in New York and the promise of three new models by Q1 2008, Lauten Audio dealers will have a wonderful palette of microphones to choose from in the not too distant future.

Visit Tom Lee Music on the web at http://www.tomleemusic.ca/





Visit Pacific Island Audio at http://www.pacificislandaudio.com/

LAUTEN AUDIO HORIZON ON SALLY JAYE - AMARILLO

Today we are shining light on another project that used Lauten Audio microphones.

Sally Jaye recently released her first full length record titled “Amarillo”. Sally Jaye originally comes from the south and now resides in Los Angeles. I have had the opportunity to see her live and can tell you she’s just as impressive live as she is on Amarillo. The album was produced by Will Holden, engineered and mixed by Mike Terry who’s credits include; Foo Fighters, Eagles and Jessica Simpson to name a few and mastered by Gavin Lurrsen of Lurrsen Mastering. The record was recorded to tape at New Monkey studios using some of the most sought after vintage equipment around. Check out New Monkey studios here http://www.newmonkeystudio.com/

The Horizon can be heard on the Snare drum and bass and electric guitar amps among other areas.

Be sure to check out Sally Jaye’s new record. You can visit her myspace page here http://www.myspace.com/sallyjaye or purchase her cd here http://cdbaby.com/cd/sallyjaye

Recording Magazine Review for Horizon Tube Microphone

Be sure to check out the August, 07 issue of Recording Magazine. In it you will find a review of the Lauten Audio Horizon Tube Microphone. We are very pleased with the review by Paul Vnuk Jr. a recording engineer, producer, sound designer and percussionist in Milwaukee.

To give you a quick peak at what was said, here are two quotes we have taken from the review "...one guitarist claimed that this was the best-recorded guitar sound he had ever gotten." and "...the Horizon could easily become my go-to mic for most voiceover work." Follow this link to read the review.

We would also like to give are compliments to the graphic designer for an excellent layout and usage of the Lauten Audio logo in the background.

In addition to the August review, we are running new advertisements both in Recording Magazine and at http://www.recordingmag.com

So what are you waiting for, go pick up the August issue of Recording Magazine!

Pacific Island Audio to Distribute for Lauten Audio in Canada

We are proud to announce that we have teamed up with Pacific Island Audio and Ron Sluzar to handle our Canadian distribution. Ron has many years into the professional audio industry and we feel great to have his company on board. Ron and I first started talking at winter NAMM this year. After a short introduction period, both Ron and I decided Pacific Island Audio and Lauten Audio would be an excellent fit. Ron can offer us the close personal touch that a new high-end microphone brand needs, and we can offer Ron a product that fits in-line with the other high-end professional audio products his company distributes.

If you are a dealer or consumer in Canada, be sure to give Ron a ring!

Impressed with the Horizon Tube Microphone

Below is an actual email from a recent Horizon tube microphone user.

"I just wanted to share how impressed I am with your Horizon mic. I had a client who was looking for a mic for his personal studio and having a fairly extensive collection he came along and we borrowed a few others from other studios including a Horizon from Aki at Eastern Acoustics.

After whittling it down to 3 possibles from 10 in all cases in a blind test the Horizon rose to the top beating out mics 5 times the price, needless to say my client took it from Aki.

While I don't own my own one it has jumped onto my priority list as it fills a void in my collection and offers another “tube” flavor. Kudos for bringing a great product to market.


Regards, Matt "


Thanks for the kind words Matt! We appreciate you taking the time to send us an email and for allowing us to let others know what you thought of the Horizon Tube Microphone.

Matt Allison is a musician located in South Africa. You may visit his website at http://www.matt-allison.com/

Feedback from afar – Horizon on Voice Over and Spoken word

I received an email recently from David Teren of Sonic Junction in Windhoek, Namibia, Africa. David purchased a Horizon from Eastern Acoustics in Cape Town, South Africa and had some nice things to say about it.

David says “We often record dialogue and are more than surprised at what the Horizon delivers in this area. Sometimes you need to listen to hear the difference. But with Horizon you just hear it.”

Thanks David, we appreciate your feedback! If you are ever in need of recording services in Africa be sure to look up David Teren Productions.

David Teren Productions
3 Von Heydebreck Street
Pioneers Park
Windhoek
Namibia

http://www.davidteren.iway.na/

And of course if your in Africa be sure to contact Eastern Acoustics to get your Horizon and all future Lauten Audio products.

Eastern Acoustics Pro Audio
4 Hastings Road
Wynberg 7800
Cape Town, South Africa
Tel: (+27) 21-7979-540
Fax: (+27) 21-7623-614
e-mail: goeast@netactive.co.za

Lauten Audio Horizon Now Available at Sam Ash

We are very excited to report that the Horizon Tube Microphone is now available through Sam Ash music stores! Buy online or stop by your local Sam Ash to inquire about the Horizon Tube Microphone.

Click here to locate a dealer online or click here to go directly to the Lauten Audio Horizon product page.