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Klipsch Group, Inc. Introduces Wireless Subwoofer Kit for Hassle-free, Wire-free Bass
INDIANAPOLIS (January 6, 2011) — Klipsch Group, Inc.(KGI), owner of the Klipsch®, Energy®,
Mirage® and Jamo® audio brands, is announcing today the launch of the Wireless Subwoofer Kit,
the company's first ever product that offers superior wireless flexibility to its high-performance
subwoofers through plug 'n play functionality.
Powerful bass is one thing, but powerful bass that can be placed anywhere in a room to achieve the best
possible sound is another. The wireless subwoofer kit, model WA-2 (Wireless Access), connects directly
to the "WA port" on the rear panel of select Klipsch, Mirage, Energy, and Jamo subwoofer models
so-equipped. This wireless kit allows for convenient bass enhancement of music, home theater and
whole-house audio systems. It also allows a consumer to transfer the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) signal
wirelessly from an AV receiver, for example, to a compatible KGI subwoofer. The unique WA-2 allows for
significant enhancement of whole-house audio / in-wall / in-ceiling systems, often lacking in bass
response, through flexible placement of the subwoofer(s) into various rooms delivering rich, powerful
sound. Up to six or more wireless sub kits can be used in a typical household.
"The last thing consumers want in a home theater or whole-house sound system is more wires," said Mark
Casavant, vice president of product development for KGI. "Not to mention as televisions are becoming
thinner, home theater components need to undergo makeovers to ensure their aesthetics match that of
today's consumer's tastes. Our WA-2 wireless subwoofer kit appeals to mainstream consumers and
audiophiles alike who want a wireless subwoofer without sacrificing sound performance."
The two-piece kit is composed of a transmitter and a receiver. The transmitter plugs into the
"Sub/LFE out" or "L/R pre-out" port of any stereo/home theater component. The receiver plugs into the
"WA port" on the back of the KGI subwoofer. A simple pairing process syncs the transmitter and receiver
the first time they are used; after that, the sub is automatically activated as soon as an LFE signal is
sent. This accessory is meant to add simplistic wireless capability to the already superior
performing KGI subwoofers, including the Klipsch SW-110, SW-112, SW-308, SW-310, SW-311; the Energy
ESW-M6 and ESW-M8; the Mirage MM-6,MM-8 and the Jamo Sub 800.
"Because powerful bass extension has long been at the heart of Klipsch Group brands, we wanted to make
it easy and hassle-free for our customers," said Casavant. "By incorporating advanced wireless
technology into an easy-to-use product, we're now able to deliver our renowned sound at the most
user-friendly level."
The WA-2 will available for purchase at select retailers and klipsch.com in summer 2011.
About Klipsch Group, Inc.
Klipsch Group, Inc. (KGI) is a leading global manufacturer of premium sound solutions for the consumer
and professional markets. With the legendary Klipsch®, Jamo®, Mirage® and Energy® brands
under its corporate umbrella, KGI collectively offers over 160 years of superior engineering and
world-class research and development experience. Chairman and CEO Fred S. Klipsch along with his wife
Judy purchased Klipsch & Associates from founder and cousin Paul W. Klipsch in 1989. Then in 2005
and 2006, the company acquired the Denmark-based Jamo and Canadian-based Audio Products International
respectively to accelerate global growth and establish a more competitive, cost-efficient company. KGI
is privately held with worldwide headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind.