NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 16, 2003--Harman Multimedia, a leading provider of audio products for the desktop, today announced the introduction of the JBL® Duet (TM) speaker system, a two-channel audio solution for smooth and accurate sound. Incredibly easy to set up and use, JBL Duet employs the latest in sophisticated technology for a clean, crisp listening experience at an affordable price.
"JBL Duet is the culmination of advanced technology and trademark JBL design in an elegant form that is simple for our customers to use," said Brendon Stead, Harman Multimedia's Vice President of Engineering. "Patent-pending and proprietary technologies, along with proven JBL design, make JBL Duet an attractive, powerful and affordable solution for use with portable digital music players, laptops and desktop computers."

Featuring 12 watts of total power, JBL Duet employs the latest in Phoenix Tangential Strain Relief (TSR(TM)) technology for extra bass with lower distortion, thanks to a more controlled linear excursion. Bass performance is also enhanced by Harman Multimedia's SlipStream port design, which reduces "unwanted noise" while maintaining performance benefits. Further, JBL Duet's super neodymium magnet creates more power and sensitivity for clear, crisp sound to complement consumers' digital lifestyle.

Pricing and Availability

JBL Duet is compatible with Macs, PCs and portable music players. It will be available in mid-August online at www.harman-multimedia.com and at national retailers for a suggested retail price of $59.95.

About Harman Multimedia

Harman Multimedia (www.harman-multimedia.com), a division of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, is a leading provider of high-fidelity audio products to major computer manufacturers under the JBL, Infinity and Harman Kardon brands.

Harman Multimedia has revolutionized the multimedia-audio category with award-winning products such as JBL INVADER,(TM) JBL CREATURE,(TM) SOUNDSTICKS(TM)and CHAMPAGNE(TM) systems. Harman International Industries, Incorporated, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality, high-fidelity audio products and electronic systems for the consumer and professional markets. The company's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "HAR."