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JBL CREATURE(TM) Audio System Debuting At Macworld New York Combines Standout Design With Superior Sound for an Out-of-this-World fMultimedia Experience

Designed for Macs, PCs and portable MP3 and DVD players, the CREATURE subwoofer and two satellites optimize the multimedia experience for music, movie and gaming fans. Macworld Expo was chosen as the venue for the worldwide debut of CREATURE, as it is a leading event for consumers looking to enhance their multimedia experience with Mac-compatible peripherals.

"Harman Multimedia is excited to launch such a revolutionary product for the multimedia audio market - there has never been anything like the CREATURE audio system before," said James A. Druckrey, president of Harman Multimedia. "The unique personality and superior sound quality of the CREATURE audio system creates a new audio product category. This is yet another innovative Harman Multimedia product available for the Mac, and we are thrilled to launch this product with the Macworld audience."

"For audio aficionados and creative pros, Mac OS X offers the best audio performance in desktop computing, with features such as Mac OS X Core Audio and plug-and-play capability for a vast array of peripherals," said Ron Okamoto, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. "Apple is pleased that developers continue to deliver new and innovative products for the Mac, and Harman Multimedia's CREATURE audio system provides Mac users with great sound for the digital lifestyle."

The JBL CREATURE audio system is the newest in the line of Harman Multimedia's innovative and high performance multimedia audio systems. It incorporates the latest in ODYSSEY(TM) transducer technology and JBL's legendary speaker performance to produce crisp mid-range tonality and a stunning level of bass response.

Featuring a new and proprietary industrial design, the CREATURE audio system boasts a small footprint and soft-touch tactile controls. The CREATURE audio system also recalls the volume setting from when the computer was last shut down and utilizes an elegant user interface. This product is available in silver, white and blue, and all three models' satellite speakers "glow" from the bottom.

Pricing and Availability

At a suggested retail price of $129, JBL CREATURE audio is immediately available at selected Apple retail stores and in August at all Apple retail locations, major electronic retailers and online at www.harman-multimedia.com.

About Harman Multimedia

Harman Multimedia (www.harman-multimedia.com), a division of Harman International Industries, 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 SOUNDSTICKS® and CHAMPAGNE® speaker 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.

Contact:

     Harman Multimedia
     Joe Milano, 818/830-8755
     jmilano@harman.com
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     Edelman Worldwide
     Jennifer Ackman, 650/429-2758
     jennifer.ackman@edelman.com