Panasonic Debuts New Line of Wireless Speakers and Expands Compact
Stereo System Line for Superior Sound Quality and Enhanced
Versatility
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic today
announced six new personal audio units including three new
streaming wireless speakers, many featuring Bluetooth®
technology. The HC Series, comprised of the SC-HC58, SC-HC38
and SC-HC28, features a USB cable connect and a dock that works
with iPhone5/iPod touch (5th generation), allowing users to play
music from a variety of sources including iPod/iPhone/iPad, while
the new NE (Network Era) Series includes the SC-NE1, SC-NE3 and
SC-NE5 and features the ultimate in sound quality with full
wireless connectivity.
"Panasonic is committed to providing the listener with the
highest quality audio products and the 2013 speaker and stereo
system lineups produce unparalleled sound quality with the finest
in design innovation," said Troy
Livingston, Product Manager, Entertainment Group,
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America. "We're
always striving to make the listening experience richer and as easy
as possible. With new, advanced networking features, users can
listen to their music seamlessly in the home."
Panasonic's new NE series has the latest in advanced networking
features with enhanced high-quality sound for the ideal listening
experience as well as a curved aero stream port to control the
airflow and reduce the noise emitted from the ports, resulting in
clearer, more robust sound. This new wireless speaker concept
is designed with the consumer in mind, allowing for streaming music
without the need to dock the device.
The NE5 includes a lightening pin connection to seamlessly work
with the iPhone 5 /iPod touch (5th generation). It also
includes a USB cable connect while the NE5 and NE3 can be synced
through DLNA, AirPlay® and Bluetooth® for other Apple or Android
devices. AirPlay® allows users to wirelessly stream music
from an iPad, iPhone, iPod or MAC/PC directly into the device
through a wireless LAN network.
The NE5, NE3 and NE1 all include a Nanosized Bamboo Cone
Speaker, pure direct sound system, direct-vocal sound and 2-way
Speaker System. Providing rich and strong sounds from treble
to bass, the 2-way Speaker System treats listeners to clear,
well-balanced sounds. The rigid lightweight Nanosized Bamboo
Cone speaker with high acoustic velocity is used to achieve sounds
with high sound pressure and clarity. Enclosed in the system is a
three-inch Long Stroke Woofer which employs large-amplitude
vibrations to produce the genuine deep base sounds. The
clearest treble sounds are also produced with the embedded one-inch
Tweeter providing the listener with an unmatched audio
experience.
The Panasonic HC Series of micro stereo systems improves upon
2012 with both high-quality sound offerings and smart
networking. The HC58 features the Nanosized Bamboo Cone
Speaker and also includes a Dual Passive Radiator and Direct-Vocal
Sound (found on HC38 as well). Networking capabilities are
also further advanced with a re-mastered Bluetooth® on the HC58 and
HC38, easy setup for AirPlay® (HC58) and iPod/iPhone/iPad
Connection through USB (HC58 & HC38) as well as a lightening
pin connection on the HC28 to work with the iPad
mini/iPhone5. These sleek and slim devices featuring a pure
direct sound system also include high-quality metal to enhance the
luxurious look of the product. The HC58 and HC38 can be
wall-mounted with brackets included.
Additional advancements to Panasonic's 2013 compact audio lineup
includes the new Panasonic Music Streaming App (not available on
the HC28), allowing users to wirelessly stream music from a
smartphone or tablet with just the press of a button. The
app, which is available in the Apple Store or through Google Play,
provides users the option to choose which device they want to
listen to their music on without the need for a physical connection
to the device**. Once the app is installed, a user can select
from a list of all available devices and begin transmitting music
wirelessly to audio devices. The Panasonic Music Streaming
App is available through DLNA, Bluetooth® or AirPlay®.
The Panasonic 2013 HC and NE Series Personal Audio products will
be available in March 2013. They will be on display in the
Panasonic booth #9406 at the 2013 International CES at the
Las Vegas Convention Center from
January 8, 2013 through January 11, 2013.
*"Made for iPod", "Made for iPad" and "Made for iPhone" mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been
certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its
compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that
the use of this accessory with iPod, or iPhone may affect wireless
performance.
*AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic,
iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
*The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is
under license.
*Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
** LAN network must be set-up when using DLNA and/or
AirPlay.
About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J.,
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America, the
principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:
PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and
R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in
the U.S. and Canada. The Company's
portfolio of innovative consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD
3D Televisions, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders,
Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal
Care products and more.
Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the
earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the
company's Eco Ideas programs. In the 2012 Interbrand Annual Best
Global Green Brands ranking, the Panasonic brand jumped four spots
to number six:
http://www.interbrand.com/en/best-global-brands/Best-Global-Green-Brands/2012-Report.aspx.
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