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A Product  Development  and  Marketing  Leader
nthony  P.  Ostrom
Ver.20160616
Overview
Product  Development  and  Marketing  leader  known  for  aligning  technologies,  brand  direction  and  consumer  
needs  to  create  successful  product  portfolios  that  increase  profitability  and  market  share.  Over  22  years  of  
experience  in  the  consumer  electronics  industry.  Strong  management,  cross-­‐departmental  creative,  
leadership,  presentation  and  problem  solving  skills.
• Product  Development
• Strategic  Planning
• Roadmap  Development
• Competitive  Positioning
• Business  Case  Creation
Additional  Details
• LinkedIn  Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyostrom
• Resume  Request:  tonyostrom@yahoo.com
• Innovation
• Use  Case  Definition
• Targeted  Messaging
• Merchandising
• Out-­‐of-­‐Box  Experience
• Product  &  Brand  Marketing
• Problem  Solving
• Team  Leadership
• Creativity
• Presentation  Creation  &  Delivery
Manville  Smith
V.P.  Marketing  at  JL  Audio
Recommendations
“Tony  Ostrom  is  a  highly  capable,  industrious  and  creative  human  being.  He  is  also  a  person  of  excellent  
character.  In  his  marketing  role  at  JL  Audio,  Tony  tackled  numerous  projects  requiring  technical  and  creative  
skills  and  consistently  produced   excellent  results.  He  is  a  solid  team  player  and  a  keen  contributor   in  group  
discussions  and  strategy  sessions.  I  recommend  him  wholeheartedly  for  anyone  seeking  a  person  that  can  add  
creative  and  intellectual  horsepower  to  a  team.”
Rick  Santiago
Co-­‐founder  and  CEO  at  Indy  Audio  Labs,  LLC
“Tony  is  a  true  visionary  in  product   planning  and  marketing.  He's  a  passionate  individual  that  is  a  pleasure  to  
work  with.  Tony's  broad  background   spans  many  disciplines  from  product   design,  graphical  interfaces  
through   product   planning  and  marketing.  Tony  can  speak  with  confidence  to  almost  any  audience,  whether  
customer,  executive,  technical  or  non-­‐technical.  Tony  brings  energy  and  action  to  any  team  he's  on.”
John  Carter
Product  Development  Innovation  Consultant
“Tony  was  an  exceptional  product   marketing  director   with  deep  experience  in  all  aspects  of  product   related  
marketing.  He  led  numerous  successful  programs  at  Klipsch,  in  a  number  of  categories  including  established  
and  several  new  to  Klipsch.  Tony  was  an  excellent  communicator,  great  team  leader,  and  skilled  marketer.”
Mike  Klipsch
Purdue  University  Trustee;  Partner  at  Grand  Park  Fieldhouse,  LLC
President  Global  Operations/Business  Development,  Chief  Operating  Officer  and  Chief  Counsel  at  Klipsch
“I  worked  closely  with  Tony  for  approximately  6  years  and  found  him  to  be  an  exceptional  product   marketing  
leader.  He  is  very  creative,  detail  orientated  and  a  strong  advocate/communicator  with  customers  and  
reviewers.  Solid  team  player  that  was  well  respected  and  worked  well  with  internal  product   team  members  
and  external  supplier  partners  alike.”
Product  Development  Body  of  Work
Reference  Premiere  HD  Wireless
High  Definition  Wireless  Home  Theater
Goal
Create  a  high  definition,  wireless  home  theater  system  
within  the  Reference   Premiere  family
Outcome
Incorporated  WiSA  technology,  proprietary  bass  
management  and  created  the  Smart  Speaker  Selector  
(Patent  Pending)  together  with  Reference  Premiere  
acoustics  and  custom  electronics  to  deliver  true  HD  
sound  in  up  to  7.1  systems  that  can  be  set-­‐up  in  less  
than  fifteen  minutes.
Product  Specifics
s Extremely  simple  set-­‐up  of  up  to  7.1  systems
s HD  sound  transmitted  at  24bit/96kHz
s Reference   Premiere  sound  and  custom  electronics
Accolades
“The  slender  towers  are  rather  deceptive  in  that  you  hardly  get  a  sense  of  how  powerful  they  
really  are—AV  fanatics  who  crave  a  high-­‐performance  system  that  looks  good  and  sets  up  in  10  
minutes  are  bound  to  be  thrilled  with  this  system’s  spousal-­‐acceptance  factor.  And  yet,  without  
question,  one  of  the  main  selling   points  of  this  system  is  its  raw  power  and  fantastic  fidelity.  It  
really  is  the  best  of  both  worlds”
-­‐ Mark  Henninger,  AVS  Forums  [12/31/2015]
Line
RF-­‐Hub1 Control  Center
RF-­‐440WF Wireless  Floorstanders
RF-­‐440WC Wireless  Center
RF-­‐140WM Wireless  Monitors
RF-­‐110WSW Wireless  Subwoofer
Groove
Bluetooth  Audio  System
Goal
Create  a  simple,  portable,  wireless  audio  
system  with  great  sound  as  the  priority
Outcome
Groove  is  a  performance-­‐first,  robust,  
great-­‐sounding   solution  built  for  real-­‐world  
use  cases
Product  Specifics
s Large,  3”  driver  and  dual  oval  passives
s IPx4  protection  rating
s Focus  on  performance,  not  frills
Accolades
“Groove  indeed  plays  loud  for  its  size  and  produces  a  surprising  amount  of  bass.  Hide  it  in  a  room  and  chances  are  people  will  think  the  sound  is  
coming  from  a  much  larger  speaker.”
-­‐ CNET  [2/10/2016]
“On  tracks  with  powerful  sub-­‐bass  content  like  The  Knife's  "Silent  Shout,"  the  Groove  delivers  a  powerful  low  frequency  thump,  with  plenty  of  
deep  bass  presence—a  bit  surprising  for  its  modest  size.”
-­‐ PC  Mag  [12/22/2015]
Reference  R-­‐15PM
Powered  Monitors
Goal
Create  a  pair  of  powered  monitors  
with  versatile  connectivity
Outcome
The  first  powered  Reference  monitors  
with  category  leading  connection  
options  and  premium  sound
Product  Specifics
s Phono  pre-­‐amp,  USB  audio,  optical,  
analog  and  Bluetooth  inputs
s Custom  power  and  DSP  electronics
s Reference  acoustics
Accolades
“No  one  would  describe  the  R-­‐15PM's  sound  as  shy  and  retiring;  this  little  guy  kicks  butt.”
-­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET  [3/12/2016]
“Regardless  of  whether  I  used  the  R-­‐15PMs  to  listen  to  my  music  collection,  catch  a  movie,  play  video  games,  or  simply  to  watch  a  TV  show,  they  
delivered  clear,  dynamic,  and  completely  non-­‐fatiguing  sound.”
-­‐ Mark  Henninger,  AVS  Forums  [3/24/2016]
ULTRA
FAST
SETUP
TURNTABLE
READY
USB AUDIO
READY
Reference  R-­‐4B
Sound  Bar
Goal
Expand  sound  bar  assortment  to  a  more  aggressive  price  
point  while  maintaining  high  performance  standards
Outcome
Delivered  2.1  solution  with  new  industrial  design,  
improved  user  interface  and  control  while  hitting  retail  
price  point  and  internal  margin  targets
Product  Specifics
s 2.1  with  wireless  subwoofer
s Improved  industrial  design
s Three  sound  modes
s Enhanced  user  interface  feedback
Accolades
“If  you’re  looking  for  a  sound  system  requiring  minimal  setup  and  high quality acoustics  Klipsch  has  got  you  covered  with  the  R-­‐4B.  For  the  
simplicity,  lightweight  design  and  the  great sound,  the  price  tag  of  $400  can’t  be  beat.”
-­‐ Busted  Wallet  [1/27/2016]
Reference  RSB-­‐6  &  RSB-­‐8
Sound  Bars
Goal
Replace  the  R-­‐4B  at  the  low  end  of  the  sound  
bar  assortment  and  add  key  features
Outcome
Developed  RSB-­‐6  with  HDMI  2.0  in  and  out  
and  new  industrial  design  to  align  sound  bar  
family.  RSB-­‐8  adds  Play-­‐Fi  wireless  multiroom  
content  access  and  control  capabilities.
Product  Specifics
s New  industrial  design
s 2.1  solution  with  dual  mids  per  channel
s HDMI  2.0  in  and  out
s Play-­‐Fi  connectivity  (RSB-­‐8)
Launches  Fall  2016
Reference  RSB-­‐11  &  RSB-­‐14
Sound  Bars
Goal
Replace  the  very  successful  R-­‐10B  
sound  bar  at  mass  retail  with  a  
new  design  delivering  a  greater  
feature  set
Outcome
Produced  the  RSB-­‐11  with  
improved  connectivity,  family  
design  language  including  a  
completely  redesigned  subwoofer  
and  then  leveraged  that  platform  
to  create  the  RSB-­‐14  incorporating  
Play-­‐Fi  connectivity
Product  Specifics
s New  industrial  design
s 2.1  solutions  with  44”  length
s HDMI  2.0  (3  x  in  and  1  x  out)
s Play-­‐Fi  connectivity  (RSB-­‐14)
Launches  Fall  2016
Gate
Wireless  Distributed  Audio
Goal
Create  a  simple  way  to  integrate  legacy  gear  
into  the  Play-­‐Fi  wireless  audio  ecosystem
Outcome
The  Gate  allows  any  source  or  powered  
audio  system  to  wirelessly  interact  with  
other  Play-­‐Fi  enabled  equipment  and  either  
broadcast  local  content   or  receive  content  
from  a  streaming  service,  another  source  
within  the  network  of  stored  content  from  a  
connected  drive.  Content  access  and  control  
is  managed  within  any  Play-­‐Fi  application.
Product  Specifics
s Access  and  control  of  Play-­‐Fi  content
s Connects  easily  to  any  legacy  device
s Compact  design  and  affordable  price  point
Launches  Fall  2016
PowerGate
Wireless  Distributed  Audio
Goal
Provide  an  elegant  and  simple  way  
for  a  new  generation  of  audio  
enthusiasts  to  power  a  2.0/2.1  system  
while  also  allowing  access  to  and  
control  of  content
Outcome
PowerGate  combines  a  powerful  and  
well  designed  two-­‐channel   amplifier  
with  a  myriad  of  connection  options  
including  Play-­‐Fi  wireless  content  
access  and  control  to  create  an  
incredibly  versatile  solution  for  
almost  any  2.0  or  2.1  set-­‐up
High Res
Digital Inputs
Launches  Fall  2016
Product  Specifics
s Numerous  connection   options:  Phono  Pre-­‐Amp,  Digital,  Analog,  Bluetooth,  Play-­‐Fi
s 100W  x  2  digital  amplifier
s Access  and  control  of  Play-­‐Fi  content  through   any  Play-­‐Fi  application
R-­‐1  Room  Speaker
Wireless  Distributed  Audio
Goal
To  deliver  a  simple  speaker  
system  with  multiple  uses  
throughout   a  Play-­‐Fi  eco-­‐system
Outcome
The  R-­‐1  Room  Speaker  can  be  
used  as  a  single  speaker  or  a  
stereo  pair  to  add  sound  to  any  
room  in  the  Play-­‐Fi  network  and  
can  also  be  used  as  surround  
channels  with  any  Play-­‐Fi  enabled  
Klipsch  sound  bar
Product  Specifics
s Two-­‐way  acoustic  system
s Play-­‐Fi  integration
s Multiple  use  cases
Multiple  Uses
Single  room  speaker
Stereo  pair  of  room  speakers
Surrounds  for  sound  bar
Launches  Fall  2016
One  Foundation
Wireless  Digital  Audio  System
Goal
Set  the  standard  for  all-­‐in-­‐one  system  
performance  and  capabilities
Outcome
Delivered  a  stunning   and  elegant,  
high-­‐performance   audio  solution  with  
hand-­‐crafted  appeal,  a  thoughtful  
material  pallet  and  user-­‐friendly  design
Accolades
“Whether  it  was  808-­‐heavy  hip-­‐hop,  the  blend  of  fast  drum  arrangements  and  electric  synths  of  EDM  or  blues  guitar  riffs,  the  One Foundation  
performed  exceptionally”…“At  $999.99  USD,  the  One  Foundation  premium  home  audio  hi-­‐fi  system  sits  toward  the  top  of  the  price  spectrum,  
and  yet  its  timeless  design,  environmentally-­‐conscious  construction  and  first-­‐rate  sound  justifies  every  penny.”
-­‐ Hypebeast  [12/4/2014]
“…we're  not  talking  about  a  relatively  standard  looking  sound  bar,  but  instead  a  striking  piece  of  technology  that  will  add  to  your  home's  sense  
of  style.”  
-­‐ Smarthouse.com.au  [10/17/2014]
Product  Specifics
s Two-­‐way,  two-­‐channel  design  with  5.25”  woofers  and  Danish  designed  tweeters
s 220W  total  power
s Custom  breakaway  glaze  FSC-­‐certified  white  oak  baffle
s Aluminum  master  control  knob  with  color-­‐coded  glowing  status  user  feedback
s Digital,  analog  and  wireless  audio  inputs
Get  Up  Stand  Up
Bluetooth  Audio  System
Goal
Create  a  tabletop  audio  system  with  striking  design  
and  great  sound  while  maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  
brand  standards
Outcome
Delivered  beautiful,  bent  wood  design  with  two-­‐way  
acoustic  system  that  provides  outstanding  performance  
in  any  home  or  office  environment
Product  Specifics
s FSC-­‐certified  bent  wood  frame
s Two-­‐way  design  with  4.5”  woofers  and  1”  fabric  tweeters
s Bluetooth  and  analog  inputs
s IR  remote  control
Accolades
“Overall  the  House  of  Marley  Get  Up  Stand  Up  Home  Audio  System  was  a  surprise  performer.  The  system  sounds  great,  looks  even  better,  and  
it's  good  to  see  a  company  sourcing  materials  with  sustainability  in  mind,  making  the  Get  Up  Stand  Up  Home  Audio  System  a  stand  out  choice.”
-­‐ ApartmentTherapy.com  [8/29/2012]
Bag  of  Riddim
Portable  Bluetooth  Audio  System
Accolades
“sonic  performance…is  entirely  enjoyable  at  near-­‐field  listening  levels  but  particularly  impressive  at  very  high  volumes.  Once  in  a  while,  an  audio  
system  comes  along  with  sound  balance  that  sounds  ‘just  right,’  and  Bag  of  Riddim  is  one  of  those  speakers.”
“If  you’re  looking  for  a  powerful,  large  speaker  system  with  a  handsome  chassis,  rich  bass,  and  strong  high-­‐volume  performance,  Bag  of  Riddim  is  
certainly  worth  considering.”
-­‐ iLounge  [5/6/2013]
Goal
Create  a  portable  audio  solution  with  excellent  
sound  quality  and  output  capabilities  while  
maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  brand  standards
Outcome
Delivered  high-­‐performance,  high-­‐output,   rugged  
solution  designed  for  use  indoors  and  out-­‐of-­‐doors
Product  Specifics
s FSC-­‐certified  bent  wood  baffle
s Two-­‐way  design  with  4.5”  woofers
s Proprietary  REWIND  fabric  carry  bag
s Bluetooth  and  analog  inputs
Get  Together
Portable  Bluetooth  Audio  System
Goal
Create  a  versatile,  “semi-­‐portable”  audio  
solution  for  multiple  locations  while  
maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  brand  standards  
and  achieve  a  $199  retail  price  point
Outcome
Hit  target  price  point  with  a  great  performing,  
two-­‐channel,   two-­‐way  solution  with  built-­‐in  
battery  and  made  of  Earth-­‐friendly  materials
Product  Specifics
s Stereo,  two-­‐way  design  for  $199  MSRP
s Bamboo  baffle  and  rear  panel
s Exclusive  REWIND  covered,  ported  enclosure
Accolades
“The  sound  it  kicks  out  is  superb  for  such  a  relatively  compact  unit.”
-­‐ Let’sTalk-­‐Tech.com  [6/4/2014]
“The  Bose  Soundlink  III  sounded  boomy  and  muddy  compared  to  the  Marley  Get  Together.”
“The  Marley  Get  Together  actually  sounded  wider,  like  you  were  actually  hearing  stereo…The  Bose  Soundlink  III  sounded  like  a  booming  mono  
speaker  in  comparison.”
-­‐ TheGadgeteer.com  [7/2/2015]
Roots  Rock
Portable  Bluetooth  Audio  System
Accolades
“if  you’re  looking  for  a  portable  Bluetooth  sound  system  that  performs  much  better  than  many  of  its  peers  in  the  $200  price  range,  boasts  
serious  green  and  charitable  cause  cred  and  definitely  stands  out  in  a  room  full  of  hand-­‐held  black  plastic  boxes,  the  House  of  Marley  Roots  Rock  
Bluetooth  portable  audio  system  is  tough  to  beat.”
-­‐ GeekDad.com  [8/19/2013]
Goal
Create  a  convenient,   portable  audio  solution  
that  can  easily  “go  where  you  go”  while  
maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  brand  standards  
and  hit  a  $199  retail  price  point
Outcome
Hit  target  price  point  with  a  great  performing,  
two-­‐channel   solution  with  built-­‐in  battery  
made  of  Earth-­‐friendly  materials
Product  Specifics
s Slim,  “audio  purse”  design  with  carry  strap
s Bamboo  side  panels
s Exclusive  REWIND  covered  body
Positive  Vibration  /  Rebel  /  Revolution
On/Over-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“Someone  at  HoM  (House  of  Marley)  has  great  skill  and/or  taste  in  headphone  voicing.  Like  the  Exodus,  the  Positive  Vibration  generally  won  over  
the  panelists…It  has  a  very  good  tonal  balance  and  a  nice  ambient  quality  that  sounds  genuine,  not  falsely  created.”
-­‐ Brent  Butterworth  and  Howard  Rodgers  for  Sound  and  Vision  [4/6/2012]
“Positive  Vibration  is  the  safest  recommendation  we  can  make  of  the  six  ~$59  models  tested  here.  We  can’t  imagine  you’d  hate  it, and  there’s  a  
very  good  chance  you’ll  love  it.”
-­‐ Brent  Butterworth  for  Sound  and  Vision  [4/6/2012]
Positive  Vibration
(multiple  additional  color  ways)
Rebel
(multiple  additional  color  ways)
Revolution
(multiple  additional  color  ways)
Goal
Bring  a  diversified  assortment  of  on  
and  over-­‐ear  headphones  to  market  
with  best-­‐in-­‐class  sound  quality  and  
sub  $100  MSRPs  while  incorporating  
Earth-­‐friendly  materials
Outcome
Delivered  three  great  sounding  models  
in  several  color  ways  and  within  target  
timing,  MSRPs  and  margins  goals  
Product  Specifics
s Earth-­‐friendly  metals  and  fabrics
s Best-­‐in-­‐class  sound  by  price  point
s Multiple  color  ways  for  any  style
Exodus
On-­‐Ear  Headphones
Goal
Create  a  uniquely  designed  on-­‐ear  headphone  with  obvious  
Earth-­‐friendly  intentions
Outcome
Bent  FSC-­‐certified  wood,  leather  and  recycled  aluminum  
were  brought  together   to  create  a  beautifully  styled,  
comfortable,  high-­‐performance   on-­‐ear  headphone
Product  Specifics
s 40mm  drivers
s Leather  and  bent  FSC-­‐certified  wood  headband
s Machined,  recycled  aluminum  cans
Accolades
“Wow!  These  were  a  huge  surprise.  The  sound  quality  is  shockingly  good.  I'd  say  right  up  with  best  of  $150  sealed  on-­‐ear  headphones.”
-­‐ InnerFidelity.com  [11/11/2011]
“…it's  the  best  sound  I've  heard  for  $150  USD.”
-­‐ HeadphoneReviews.org  [11/14/2015]
“…these  are  fantastic  at  consistently  delivering  an  engaging  and  exciting  performance  that  I  would  wear  on  my  daily  walk  to  work.”
-­‐ Headphonics.com  [3/7/2012]
1st Place  – Headphone  Shootout:  The  Best  and  Worst  Celebrity  Cans
“…I  have  not  the  slightest  complaint  about  the  sound  of  these…  they  are  excellent.”
-­‐ Brent  Butterworth,  Sound  and  Vision  [10/5/2011]
Stir  It  Up  &  Redemption  Song
On-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“…the  design  is  out  of  this  world  phenomenal…”
“…the  sound  was  absolutely  pristine. No  distortion,  no  washing  out  – all  of  the  sounds  from  highs  to  lows  came  through  with  crystal  clarity.”
“…compared  to  other  headphones  in  the  same  price  range  (like  some  of  the  Beats  cans  I’ve  tried  out),  the  Stir  It  Up  headphones  blow  them  away.”
-­‐ CNET  [11/23/2011]
“The  Stir  It  Up  won  me  over  even  before  I  heard  it.  Construction  quality  is  a  step  up  from  the  mostly  plastic  Bose  Quiet  Comfort,  Monster  Beats  by  
Dre  and  Ludacris  headphones.”  Editor’s  Rating:  5/5  “Perfect”
-­‐ GadgetReview  [8/3/2015]
Stir  It  Up Redemption  Song
Goal
Create  a  pair  of  mid/premium  on-­‐ear  
solutions  that  represent  the  brand’s  
high-­‐performance   and  Earth-­‐friendly  ideals
Outcome
Delivered  two  designs  using  Earth-­‐friendly  
fabrics,  woods  and  recycled  metals  that  
exude  quality,  comfort  and  style  while  
performing  at  a  very  high  level
Product  Specifics
s FSC-­‐certified  Beech  wood
s Stitched  fabric  and  leather  headbands
s Removable,  tangle-­‐free  cables
TTR  Destiny
Over-­‐Ear  Active  Noise  Cancelling  Headphones
Accolades
“Comfiest  headphones  I’ve  ever  tried,  much  better  than  any  headphones  in  this  price  range,  clear  sound  with  highs,  mids’  and  lows.”
-­‐ Head-­‐Fi.org  [5/1/2013]
“Since  early  2011,  the  company  has  delivered  a  solid  line-­‐up  of  affordable,  well-­‐built,  and  good-­‐sounding  headphones.  The  TTR  Destiny  
is  no  exception.”
-­‐ Wired  [4/30/2012]
Goal
Deliver  a  classically  inspired,  robust  over-­‐ear  
headphone  solution  with  active  noise  cancelling
Outcome
TrenchTown   Rock  (TTR)  Destiny  ANC  headphones  
anchored  the  premium  end  on  the  initial  headphone  
assortment  and  incorporated  powerful  40mm  drivers,  
stitched  leather  components  and  premium  metal  
materials  to  create  a  stunningly  differentiated  design  
to  compliment  their  powerfully  accurate  sound
Product  Specifics
s Powerful  40mm  custom-­‐tuned  drivers
s Machined  finished  recycled  aluminum  cans  
s Soft  leather  inner  headband  and  ear  cushions
s Active  noise  cancelling  technology
Smile  Jamaica  /  People  Get  Ready  /  Revolution
In-­‐Ear  Headphones
Goal
Deliver  multiple  in-­‐ear  offerings  
below  $100  MSRP  while  maintaining  
brand  standards  of  sound  quality  
and  Earth-­‐friendly  material  selection
Outcome
Created  three  differentiated  models  
in  multiple  color  ways  each  with  
unique  design  and  great  sound
Product  Specifics
s FSC-­‐certified  woods
s Recycled  metals  and  plastics
s Tangle-­‐free  fabric  cables
s Mics  with  one  or  three-­‐button           
controls  available  throughout  lines
Accolades
“If  value  is  your  top  priority,  the  Smile  Jamaica  in-­‐ears  are  a  superb  choice  that  combine  comfort,  durability,  style,  and  performance  
for  less  than  $20.”
-­‐ Reviewed.com  (part  of  the  USA  Today  Network  [11/20/2015]
“…vocal  details  were  present  and  alive,  and  the  sound  had  a  snap  to  it  that  eludes  cheaper  earbuds.”
-­‐ CNET  [11/8/2012]
Smile  Jamaica
(multiple  additional  color  ways)
People  Get  Ready
(multiple  additional  color  ways)
Revolution  IE
(multiple  additional  color  ways)
Zion  /  Redemption  Song
In-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“the  bass  performance  delivered  by  House  of  Marley  is  surprisingly  strong.  Regardless  of  the  tracks  we  threw  at  Zion,  low-­‐end  notes,  baritone  
voices,  and  beats  were  distortion-­‐free,  smooth,  and  rich  in  a  way  that  we  wish  was  more  common  in  rival  products.”
-­‐ iLounge.com  [1/4/2012]
“The  build  quality  and  design  of  the  Zion  earphones  are  impressive.  Marley  has  managed  to  infuse  colorful,  Jamaican-­‐inspired  fun into  the  design,  
while  also  making  them  look  like  they  cost  more  than  they  do.”
-­‐ TheGadgeteer.com  [1/18/2012]
Zion
(available  in  two  color  ways)
Redemption  Song  IE
(available  in  two  color  ways)
Goal
Create  a  small  assortment  in  the  mid/premium  in-­‐ear  
headphone  space  with  excellent  sound  quality  and  style  
while  maintaining  brand  Earth-­‐friendly  material  goals
Outcome
Developed  two  high-­‐performance   in-­‐ear  offerings  
constructed   of  premium  materials  and  delivering  
best-­‐in-­‐class  acoustics
Product  Specifics
s High-­‐output  9mm  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures
s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Birch  woods
s Tangle-­‐free  fabric  cables
s Mics  and  three-­‐button   remote  controls
Legend  IE
In-­‐Ear  Headphones
Goal
Create  a  flagship  in-­‐ear  headphone  with  best-­‐in-­‐class  
performance  and  elegant,  user-­‐friendly  styling
Outcome
Legend  IE  (in-­‐ear)  headphones  deliver  premium  sonic  
experiences  via  custom  tuned  balanced  armature  drivers  
in  slim,  sleek  machined  aluminum  chassis  accented  by  a  
deco  brand  badge  made  of  FSC-­‐certified  wood
Product  Specifics
s Custom  tuned  armature  drivers
s Machined  recycled  aluminum  chassis
s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  wood  deco  brand  badge
s Tangle-­‐free  fabric  cables
s Mic  and  three-­‐button   remote  control
Accolades
“General  sound  quality  was  superb,  with  ample  bass  that  doesn't  overpower  the  mid-­‐range,  but  doesn't  boom.  The  mid-­‐range  comes  across  
as  clear  and  precise…high-­‐end  frequencies  are  treated  well.”
-­‐ ExpertReviews.com.uk  [12/5/2013]
“Sound  quality  wise  the  Legends  sound  great.  Full  rich  sound  that  isn’t  too  harsh,  or  too  bassy.  For  almost  any  kind  of  music they  fit  the  bill.”
-­‐ GeekBeat.tv  [8/13/2013]
UpLift
In-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“The  House  of  Marley  Uplift  In-­‐Ear  Headphones  continue  to  show  the  audio  design  strength  of  the  brand  with  clear  audio  and  balanced  sound.”
-­‐ MobileTechReview.com  [11/6/2013]
Goal
Create  the  next  generation  of  
entry/mid  in-­‐ear  solutions  while  
refining  brand  identity  in  years  two  
and  three  of  growth
Outcome
Sketched  concept  at  CES  2013  and  
was  in  market  with  a  well  designed  
solution  made  of  machined  
aluminum  and  FSC-­‐certified  woods  
by  fall  of  that  same  year
Product  Specifics
s 8mm  drivers  in  custom-­‐tuned  enclosures
s Machined  recycled  aluminum
s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Beech  woods
s Tangle-­‐free  cables
Harambe
On-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“Of  course,  audio  quality  is  superb  nonetheless  thanks  to  the  30mm  dynamic  drivers  powering  the  Harambe,  which  pump  out  those pleasant  
bass  tones  that  our  ears  crave.”
-­‐ PhoneArena.com  [2/12/2013]
(available  in  multiple  additional  color  ways)
Goal
Broaden  the  on-­‐ear  headphone  
assortment  with  a  small  platform  
solution  for  casual  use  cases
Outcome
Harambe’s  lightweight   design,  soft  ear  
cushions  and  fabric  covering  provide  a  
high  level  of  comfort  while  allowing  
multiple  color  and  design  options
Product  Specifics
s Exclusive  REWIND  fabric  covering
s Lightweight,  flexible  and  “glasses-­‐friendly”
s 30mm  drivers  provide  surprising  output
Riddim
On-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“We  found  the  headset  exhibited  a  very  well-­‐balanced  sound…  The  result  was  a  smooth  overall  tone  that  provided  a  pleasant  listening  experience.”
“…we  found  the  Riddim  to  be  remarkably  comfortable  right  from  the  start.  The  thick  pad  that  extends  across  the  majority  of  the  headband  
perfectly  conforms  to  the  top  of  the  head,  and  the  leather  ear  pads  hug  luxuriously  against  the  ears  with  the  comfort  of  an  old  baseball  mitt.”
-­‐ DigitalTrends.com  [4/23/2013]
(available  in  multiple  additional  color  ways)
Goal
Leverage  our  exclusive  REWIND  fabric  
and  create  a  line  of  mid/premium  on-­‐ear  
headphones  in  line  with  the  refined  
brand  direction  (years  two  and  three)
Outcome
Riddim  headphones  provide  a  very  high  
level  of  comfort  coupled  with  
outstanding  acoustic  capabilities  and  a  
full  REWIND  material  covering  allowing  
for  multiple  color  and  pattern  options
Product  Specifics
s Exclusive  REWIND  fabric  covering
s 40mm  dynamic  neodymium  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures
s Accordion  style  sizing  design  and  gimbal  ear  cup  mount
Rise  Up
Over-­‐Ear  Headphones
(available  in  multiple  additional  color  ways)
Accolades
“…crisp  clean  sound,  with  a  nice  bass  balance  that  really  puts  a  lot  of  other  more  expensive  headphones  to  shame.  At  the  Price  point  of  the  
Rise  Up  you  really  can’t  go  wrong.”
-­‐ BoredAtWork.com  [8/20/2013]
Goal
Leverage  our  exclusive  REWIND  fabric  
and  create  a  line  of  mid/premium  over-­‐ear  
headphones  in  line  with  the  refined  brand  
direction  (years  two  and  three)
Outcome
Rise  Up  headphones  provide  an  extreme  
level  of  comfort  along  with  outstanding  
acoustic  capabilities  and  are  largely  
covered  in  REWIND  material  allowing  for  
multiple  color  and  pattern  options
Product  Specifics
s Exclusive  REWIND  fabric
s 50mm  dynamic  neodymium  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures
s Bamboo  fiber  or  leather  ear  cushions  (based  on  color  way)
s Elegant  and  functional  mechanical  hinge  design  for  proper  fit  and  fabric  continuity
Liberate
On-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“We  know  that  there  are  plenty  of  listeners  who  love  that  big  thump,  and  the  Liberate  certainly  have  that  in  full  force.”
“…tracks  with  lighter  studio  mixes,  especially  acoustic  productions,  showed  an  aptitude  for  detail,  with  a  golden  glow  that  was  especially  pleasant.”
-­‐ DigitalTrends.com  [1/5/2014]
Goal
Create  an  on-­‐ear  headphone  solution  
to  be  part  of  the  Liberate  Collection  
and  share  design  language  cues  with  
over-­‐ear  and  audio  system  products
Outcome
Liberate  On-­‐Ear  aligned  perfectly  with  
the  evolved  design  direction  of  the  
brand  while  integrating   key  esthetic  
elements  of  the  Liberate  Collection  
and  delivering  great  sound
Product  Specifics
s Bent  stainless  steel  and  fabric  headband
s 40mm  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures
s Soft  leather  ear  cushions
s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Beech  woods
Liberate  XL  /  Liberate  XLBT
Over-­‐Ear  Headphones
Accolades
“The  bass  is  incredible  when  listening   to  electronic  music  like  ‘Bullseye’  by  KDrew  and  ‘Lumberjack’  by  Samples.  I  also  noticed  while  listening  to  the  
classical  piece,  ‘Canon  in  D  Major’  by  Johann  Pachelbel,  the  string  bass  was  much  stronger  than  listening  with  any  of  our  other  headphones  which  
made  listening   to  the  music  much  more  enjoyable.”
-­‐ TheGadgeteer.com  [8/11/2015]
Goal
Create  wired  and  wireless  over-­‐ear  
headphone  solutions  to  be  part  of  the  
Liberate  Collection  and  share  design  
language  cues  with  on-­‐ear  and  audio  
system  products
Outcome
Liberate  XL  and  XLBT  delivered  
outstanding  performance  while  
aligning  perfectly  with  the  rest  of  the  
Liberate  Collection  
Product  Specifics
s Large,  bent  stainless  steel  and  leather  headband
s 40mm  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures
s Large,  soft  leather  ear  cushions
s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Beech  woods
s Wireless  Bluetooth  connectivity  and  control  (XLBT)
Liberate  BT
Bluetooth  Audio  System
Accolades
“The  truth  is  that  it  really  can  go  loud,  louder  than  some  of  the  other  Bluetooth  speakers  I've  used  in  the  past,  so  I  was  definitely  pleased  to  hear  
Marley  was  able  to  pump  up  the  volume  to  really  get  your  house  party  started.”
“The  House  of  Marley's  Liberate  BT  portable  Bluetooth  speaker  adds  design  flair,  loud  sound,  easy  to  use  controls,  long  battery  life,  sturdy  yet  
recycled  construction  materials  and  the  cachet  of  the  Bob  Marley  brand."
-­‐ SmartHouse.com  [9/9/2014]
Goal
Create  a  compact  and  robust  portable  audio  solution  
to  be  part  of  the  Liberate  Collection  and  share  design  
language  cues  with  on-­‐ear  and  over-­‐ear  headphones
Outcome
The  Liberate  BT  Audio  System  is  a  very  capable,  
travel-­‐friendly  wireless  audio  system  that  fits  
perfectly  within  the  Liberate  Collection
Product  Specifics
s Bluetooth  wireless  connectivity
s Proprietary  REWIND  fabric  covering
s Metal  and  fabric  two-­‐part  grill
s Rechargeable  battery
s Bamboo  branded  rear  deco  cover
s Four  full-­‐range  drivers  in  a  minimal  1.75”  x  2.9”  x  8.6”  frame
Legend  ANC
Over-­‐Ear  Active  Noise  Cancelling  Headphones
Accolades
“…the  acoustic  output  of  the  Legend  ANC's  large  and  powerful  speaker  drivers  is  nothing  short  of  phenomenal.  With  a  clear  and balanced  
equalization  these  headphones  will  definitely  satisfy  even  the  pickiest  of  audio  aficionados.”
-­‐ iPhoneLife.com  [8/10/2015]
Goal
Create  a  flagship  over-­‐ear  headphone  with  active  
noise  cancelling,  premium  materials,  unique  
styling  and  exceptional  comfort  that  aligns  with  
the  Legend  IE  premium  in-­‐ear  headphone
Outcome
A  beautifully  crafted  combination  of  wood,  
leather,  recycled  aluminum  and  electro-­‐acoustic  
engineering,   Legend  ANC  delivers  on  the  
promises  of  great  audio  and  stunning  looks
Product  Specifics
s Custom-­‐tuned  40mm  dynamic  neodymium  drivers
s Active  noise  cancelling  technology
s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  wood
s Soft  leather  headband  and  ear  cushions
s Detachable  cable  with  cable  management
1X,  2X,  3X  and  Portable  Powermats
Wireless  Inductive  Charging
Goal
Lose  the  cords…  and  create  a  line  of  power  
delivery  accessories  using  inductive  charging  
technology  to  allow  portable  device  users  to  
charge  their  gear  without  plugging  in  wires
Outcome
One,  two  and  three  position  charging   Mats  
and  a  two-­‐position  Travel  Mat  with  built-­‐in  
battery  were  created
Accolades
“The  Powermat  Home  &  Office  ($99.99  direct)  is  the  first  of  what  I  hope  will  be  many  wireless-­‐charging  products…its  appeal  should  reach  
beyond  early  adopters  to  anyone  who  wants  a  clean,  attractive  way  to  charge  multiple  portable  devices…Powermat  is  an  excellent  first  step  
towards  making  wire-­‐free  power  a  reality.”
-­‐ PCMag.com  [10/12/2009]
1  Position  Mat  and  Powered/Portable  Mats
Product  Specifics
s Wireless,  inductive  charging  of  up  to  three  devices
s Charging  time  as  fast  or  faster  than  original  wired  plugs
s 1X,  2X  and  3X  Mats  work  with  any  Powermat  Case,  Door  or  accessory
Powermat  for  iPhone
Wireless  Inductive  Charging
Accolades
“…it  is  undeniably  convenient  to  just  drop  the  phone  onto  the  pad  to  charge.”
-­‐ ComputerWorld.com  [11/11/2010]
“The  Powermat  Wireless  Charging  System  for  the  iPhone  4  is  a  good  option…I  am  a  fan  of  the  Powermat  system.”
-­‐ Technogog  [10/22/2010]
Extended  Battery  Case
iPhone  Mat  and  Case
Goal
Create  a  simple  and  elegant  wireless  
charging   solution  for  iPhones
Outcome
The  iPhone  Bundle  was  designed  to  allow  
users  to  easily  keep  their  device  charged  
and  protected  by  simply  resting  the  case  
and  phone  on  the  Mat.  An  Extended  
Battery  Case  was  also  available.
Product  Specifics
s Designed  specifically  for  the  iPhone
s Protective  case  with  simple  flip  top  for  easy  installation  and  removal
s Nesting  case  and  Mat  designs  simplify  alignment  without  magnets
Powermat  Cases,  Doors  and  Accessories
Wireless  Inductive  Charging
Goal
Create  wireless  Receiver  solutions  
for  a  wide  range  of  popular  
personal  electronics  devices
Outcome
Created  a  large  assortment  of  
device  specific  cases,  battery  
doors,  backs  and  universal  
solutions  for  the  most  popular  
devices  at  that  time
Accolades
“This  wireless  charging  system  is  one  of  the  coolest  tools  we  have  to  keep  our  phones  charged.  This  has  actually  started  a  transition  and  all  our  
phones  and  IPod  Touch  music  players  are  going  to  be  connected  also.”
-­‐ Consumer  Review  on  Amazon.com  [2/3/2012]
“The  Powermat  PMR-­‐BBC1  Receiver  Li-­‐ion  Battery  Door  is  an  amazing  product.  I  use  it  to  charge  up  my  BB  Curve  8330.  Now  I  can  charge  it  fast  
without  having  to  deal  with  cords  or  figuring  out  where  to  plug  the  AC  adapter.  Terrific.”
-­‐ Consumer  Review  on  Amazon.com  [10/21/2010]
Universal  and  Gaming   Solutions
Product  Specifics
s Wireless,  inductive  charging
s Elegant  Receiver  solutions  fit  devices  perfectly
s Charging  time  as  fast  or  faster  than  original  wired  plugs
iGroove  &  iGroove  HG
Digital  Music  Systems
Laptop  Magazine  
Editor’s  Choice
Macintosh  Guild  
Five  Mice
Goal
Create  initial  “all-­‐in-­‐one”  iPod  offering  to  enter  
category  with  best-­‐in-­‐class  sound  quality
Outcome
First  iPod  solution  to  offer  two-­‐way,  horn-­‐loaded  
design.  The  successful   entry  into  the  category  
launched  the  “Groove”  family  of  products.
Product  Specifics
s 40-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design
s Ported  alignment
s Innovative  iPod  securing  mechanism
s IR  remote
Accolades
“Compared  with  the  Bose  SoundDock,  the  iGroove  has  richer  bass  and  cleaner  sound,  holds  the  iPod  more  securely,  is  easier  to  carry,  and  is  
$50  lighter  on  the  pocket  book.”
-­‐ Bill  Catambay,  Mac  Guild  [4/1/2006]
“The  iGroove's  sound  is  quite  clear,  even  at  maximum  volume,  offering  up  the  most  powerful  low-­‐end  of  all  the  system's  tested.”
-­‐ Brian  Heater,  LAPTOP  [4/1/2006]
iGroove  SXT
Digital  Music  System
E-­‐Gear  Editor’s  Choice  
Top  40
Goal
Create  similar  acoustic  performance  to  
iGroove  in  a  smaller  package  with  improved  
cosmetics  at  a  lower  retail  price
Outcome
Brought  two-­‐way,  horn-­‐loaded  design  to  a  
new  price  arena  while  delivering  best-­‐in-­‐class  
acoustic  output  in  a  clean,  refined  design
Product  Specifics
s 30-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design
s Ported  alignment
s Innovative  iPod  securing  mechanism
s IR  remote
Accolades
“The  sound  was  surprisingly  sophisticated  and  bristled  with  detail  whether  playing  Mantovani  or  Marilyn  Manson.”
-­‐ UK  Times  Online  [3/23/2008]
“Considering  its  small  size,  we  didn't  expect  the  iGroove  SXT  to  rock  our  world,  but  the  R.E.M.  Live  CD  put  out  so  much  bass  we  could  feel  it  
vibrating  the  table  in  our  listening  room.  Michael  Stipe's  vocals  were  clear,  and  the  drums  sounded  powerful.”
-­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET  [3/6/2008]
RoomGroove
MultiRoom  Wireless  Digital  Music  System
Electronic  House  2007  
Product  of  the  Year
Goal
Create  a  wireless  multiroom  audio  component  with  great  sound  
and  a  simple,  intuitive  user  experience
Outcome
RoomGroove  was  an  outstanding  performer  that  could  be  used  as  
a  fully  independent  multiroom  system  when  connected  to  an  iPod  
or  other  input  as  well  as  a  room  extension  for  the  CS-­‐700  HTiB
Product  Specifics
s CD  quality  wireless  audio  transmission  to/from  other  RoomGrooves  or  from  CS-­‐700  HTiB
s Control  of  transmitting  iPod  from  remote  RoomGrooves
s Innovative  hidden  iPod  dock  drawer  with  touch  sensor  Klipsch  logo
s 40-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design
s Ported  alignment
s IR  remote
Accolades
“  ...  the  RoomGroove  has  a  big,  dynamic  sound,  with  powerful  bass…  We  listened  up  close,  within  2  or  3  feet,  and  from  the  other  side  of  the  
room,  and  the  RoomGroove  sounded  fine  at  any  reasonable  distance.”
-­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET  [3/10/2008]
“One  of  the  biggest  selling  points  of  the  RoomGroove  is  its  simplicity.  I  plugged  it  in  and  was  up  and  running  in  a  couple  of minutes-­‐-­‐far  and  
away  the  record  among  the  wireless  products  I've  tested…  In  several  weeks  of  testing,  I  never  noticed  any  interference  or  compromises  in  
the  sound  quality,  which  was  equally  good  in  both  the  transmitting  and  receiving  speakers.”
-­‐ Christopher  Jones,  The  Perfect  Vision  [10/1/2007]
Groove  PM20
MultiMedia  Speaker  System
Goal
Replace  existing  2.o  system,  maintain  retail  price  point,  
increase  internal  margin  by  10  points
Outcome
The  Groove  family  moved  into  multimedia  and  the  Groove  
PM20  delivered  margin  and  price  point  goals  and  
competitive  performance
Product  Specifics
s Single,  full-­‐range  driver  design
s One  knob  control  of  power/standby,  volume  and  bass  level
s 30-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design
s Ported  alignment
Accolades
“Wow…I  mean  WOW!  First  off  the  sound  is  very  clear  and  detailed.  They  show  their  home  theater  system  roots  by  the  exact  placement  of  sounds  
within  the  sound  field…if  you  set  them  far  enough   apart  you  can  pick  out  where  each  instrument  is.  And  the  bass  is  nothing  short of  stunning.”
-­‐ Customer  Review  on  Amazon.com   [9/27/2007]
“  …  amazing  sounds  and  I  can’t  believe  the  bass  is  pounding  my  room!  This  is  no  joke.  Whenever  I  played  music,  movies  on  my  PC  or  playing  games,  
I’m  still  amazed  where  the  bass  is  coming  from  and  the  richness  of  sound  is  totally  awesome.  Now  I’m  investing  in  a  home  theater made  by  Klipsch.”  
-­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [8/18/2007]
Synergy  Sub-­‐10  &  Sub-­‐12
Home  Theater  Subwoofers
Sub-­‐10
Sound  &  Image  2008  Home  Theater  
Speaker  System  of  the  Year  ($2000)
Goal
Deliver  replacement  skus  for  top  selling  
subwoofer  line  in  company
Outcome
Sub-­‐10  and  Sub-­‐12  revenue  increased  over  
50%  in  first  year  of  production  and  over  90%  
over  a  two  year  period
Accolades
“The  Sub-­‐12  is  one  of  the  few  budget  subs  that  can  rattle  my  walls.”  
-­‐ Vince  Hanada,  The  Perfect  Vision  [1/1/2008]
“That  subwoofer  is  a  beast:  if  you  like  your  bass  to  shake  your  room,  this  may  be  your  sub…  On  music  and,  especially  movies,  the sub  adds  a  
wonderful  kick,  whether  it  be  bass  guitars  or  exploding  planets.”
-­‐ Jim  Bray,  Technofile.com  [10/1/2006]
Product  Specifics
s 10”  and  12”  down-­‐firing  active  subwoofers
s Rear-­‐ported  alignments
s Industrial  design  to  compliment  Synergy  core  speaker  line
Quintet  III
Five-­‐Channel  Home  Theater  Speaker  System
Goal
Improve  upon  the  leading  multi-­‐channel  
passive  home  theater  system  at  mass  retail
Outcome
Quintet  revenue  increased  over  70%  in  first  
year  of  production  and  over  180%  over  a  
two  year  period
Sound  &  Image  2008  Home  Theater  
Speaker  System  of  the  Year  ($2000)
Product  Specifics
s 3.5”  long-­‐throw  woofer  systems
s 0.75”  aluminum  tweeters  in  60x90  Tractrix  horns
s Articulating  pedestal  base  to  allow  for  simple  wall  mounting
s Ported  alignment
s Industrial  design  to  compliment  Synergy  core  speaker  line
Accolades
“We  experienced  a  very  dynamic  sound  that  was  as  effortless  as  it  was  impressive…  We  think  you'll  be  surprised  at  what  you  hear.”
-­‐ Jeff  Lawson,  Audioholics.com  [11/28/2007]
“It’s  amazing  how  big  the  Klipsch’s  small  satellites  sound…  Their  treble  has  an  open  quality  and  clarity  that  we  associate  with  much  larger  speakers.”
-­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET.com  [5/1/2006]
“Crystal-­‐clear  audio  with  sparkling  highs  and  no  distortion.  Sats  are  compact,  sturdy  and  solidly  built.”
-­‐ Christopher  Null,  Wired  [3/1/2006]
Synergy  SLX
Home  Theater  Satellite  Speaker
Goal
Create  addition  to  Synergy  line  focused  on  LCR  
on-­‐wall  application
Outcome
The  SLX  featured  innovations  in  wall  bracket  
attachment   and  speaker  positioning  as  well  as  port  
design  allowing  it  to  be  very  shallow  in  depth  while  
maintaining  amazing  performance  and  flexibility
Wall  brackets  with  
magnetic  positioningProduct  Specifics
s Push  button  bracket/speaker  attachment   system
s Magnetic  positioning  built  into  speakers  and  brackets
s Flared  internal  ports
s Industrial  design  to  compliment  Synergy  core  speaker  line
s 4.5”  long-­‐throw  woofer  systems
s 1.0”  aluminum  tweeters  in  80x80  round  Tractrix  horns  for  vertical  or  horizontal  mounting
Accolades
“Overall,  the  SLXs  do  a  terrific  job  in  their  primary  role  as  on-­‐wall  speakers  for  video  or  home  theater  use,  and  are  highly  recommended.”  
-­‐ Michael  Trei,  Digital  TV  [12/1/2005]
“True  to  Klipsch's  four  design  principles,  the  SLXs  did  not  require  the  Denon  receiver  to  be  cranked  on  in  order  to  achieve  veryimpressive  
volume  levels  without  apparent  strain,  and,  most  notably,  with  less  compression  than  many  other  speakers  using  small  drivers  and limited  
cabinet  space.”  
-­‐ Michael  Baker,  HDTV  Etc.  [10/1/2005]
Image  X5
In-­‐Ear  Headphones
Goal
Expand  Image  headphone  line  to  increase  target  consumer  base
Outcome
Developed  Image  X5  (renaming  original  product  Image  X10)  and  created  
a  $100  step  at  retail  from  the  “world’s  smallest  and  lightest  in-­‐ear  
headphone”,  the  X10
Product  Specifics
s Single,  full-­‐range  armature  design
s Machined  aluminum  chassis
s Patent-­‐pending  ear  tip  design  (now  patented)
s Ergonomic,  comfortable  industrial  design CNet  UK  Editor’s  
January  2009
Accolades
“...  the  X5s  [are]  some  of  the  most  secure  and  comfortable  earbuds  we've  ever  stuck  in  our  ears…  Thanks  to  the  well-­‐designed  eartips,  the  Klipsch  
Image  X5  earphones  offer  great  sound  isolation…  Music  sounds  exceptionally  clear,  balanced,  and  enveloping,  with  warm  mids  and  tight  bass.”
-­‐ Jasmine  France,  CNET  [10/10/2008]
“Simply  put,  these  are  easily  the  best  in-­‐ear  headphones  I’ve  ever  used…  I  highly  recommend  them,  your  music  won’t  ever  sound  the  same  again...  
these  are  worth  every  penny.”
-­‐ Devin  Coldewey,  CrunchGear  [11/11/2008]
“The  X5s  sound  fantastic  ...  As  for  comfort,  there's  none  better.”
-­‐ Gary  Krakow,  TheStreet.com  [7/10/2008]
Icon  W
Home  Theater  Components
Goal
Expand  the  Icon  family  by  creating  a  line  of  real  wood  
veneer  products  with  high-­‐end  esthetics
Outcome
Launched  quick  turn  program  into  Magnolia  Home  
Theater  (within  Best  Buy).  Icon  W  moved  brand  offerings  
into  a  more  design-­‐centric  and  visually  appealing  light  
while  maintaining  brand  sonic  characteristics.
Product  Specifics
s Real  wood  veneer  cabinets  in  two  finishes  
(cabernet  and  espresso)
s Magnetically  attaching  grills
s Clean  speaker  baffles  with  no  visible  fasteners
s XT  Horn  design  for  even  output  and  response
across  the  entire  coverage  pattern
Accolades
“I  previously  owned  the  Klipsch  Reference  towers  and  replaced  them  with  these  and  let  me  tell  you  they'll  blow  you  away.  Just like  all  the  
better  Klipsch  speakers  (reference,  icon)  the  sound  quality  and  clarity  are  amazing…  these  towers  are  perfect.  When  I  listen  to  music  on  
stereo  mode  (2  channels)  the  music  comes  to  life,  I  love  the  way  concerts  sound  on  these,  it  feels  like  you’re  there.”
-­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [9/10/2008]
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WF-­‐35 Floorstander  (shown)
WF-­‐34 Floorstander
WB-­‐14 Bookshelf
WC-­‐24 Center  Channel
WS-­‐24 Surround  Channel
Icon  V
Home  Theater  Components
Goal
Replace  the  number  one  speaker  line  at  mass  
retail  with  more  visually  appealing  products  
without  sacrificing  performance
Outcome
Triple  driver  tower  designs  and  new  industrial  
design  with  real  wood  veneer  top  cap  delivered  
improved  style  and  acoustics
Product  Specifics
s Real  wood  veneer  top  caps
s Vinyl  covered  MDF  cabinets
s XT  Horn  design  for  even  output  and  response  
across  the  entire  coverage  pattern
Accolades
“When  I  heard  them  next  to  their  classmates  they  blew  me  away…  I  hear  sounds  and  effects  I  have  not  heard  before,  it  is  a  brand  new  
experience  listening  to  high  quality  audio.  If  you  like  precise  highs,  clear  mid-­‐range  and  booming  bass  ,  I  recommend  these  Klipsch  VF-­‐35  Icons!”
-­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [11/15/2008]
“I  just  bought  the  Klipsch  Icon  VF-­‐35  speakers  a  few  weeks  ago,  and  WOW!  They  are  amazing!  They  produce  clear,  precise  sound…  they  make  
music  and  movies  alike  sound  great.  I  was  very  impressed  with  the  quality  of  the  highs.  The  lows  are  equally  impressive  as  well. After  
experiencing  Klipsch  audio,  I  will  be  upgrading  my  entire  home  theater  system  to  Klipsch  speakers.”
-­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [10/31/2008]
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VB-­‐15 Bookshelf
VC-­‐25 Center  Channel
VS-­‐14 Surround  Channel
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Anthony (Tony) Ostrom_Products Showcase

  • 1. A Product  Development  and  Marketing  Leader nthony  P.  Ostrom Ver.20160616
  • 2. Overview Product  Development  and  Marketing  leader  known  for  aligning  technologies,  brand  direction  and  consumer   needs  to  create  successful  product  portfolios  that  increase  profitability  and  market  share.  Over  22  years  of   experience  in  the  consumer  electronics  industry.  Strong  management,  cross-­‐departmental  creative,   leadership,  presentation  and  problem  solving  skills. • Product  Development • Strategic  Planning • Roadmap  Development • Competitive  Positioning • Business  Case  Creation Additional  Details • LinkedIn  Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyostrom • Resume  Request:  tonyostrom@yahoo.com • Innovation • Use  Case  Definition • Targeted  Messaging • Merchandising • Out-­‐of-­‐Box  Experience • Product  &  Brand  Marketing • Problem  Solving • Team  Leadership • Creativity • Presentation  Creation  &  Delivery
  • 3. Manville  Smith V.P.  Marketing  at  JL  Audio Recommendations “Tony  Ostrom  is  a  highly  capable,  industrious  and  creative  human  being.  He  is  also  a  person  of  excellent   character.  In  his  marketing  role  at  JL  Audio,  Tony  tackled  numerous  projects  requiring  technical  and  creative   skills  and  consistently  produced   excellent  results.  He  is  a  solid  team  player  and  a  keen  contributor   in  group   discussions  and  strategy  sessions.  I  recommend  him  wholeheartedly  for  anyone  seeking  a  person  that  can  add   creative  and  intellectual  horsepower  to  a  team.” Rick  Santiago Co-­‐founder  and  CEO  at  Indy  Audio  Labs,  LLC “Tony  is  a  true  visionary  in  product   planning  and  marketing.  He's  a  passionate  individual  that  is  a  pleasure  to   work  with.  Tony's  broad  background   spans  many  disciplines  from  product   design,  graphical  interfaces   through   product   planning  and  marketing.  Tony  can  speak  with  confidence  to  almost  any  audience,  whether   customer,  executive,  technical  or  non-­‐technical.  Tony  brings  energy  and  action  to  any  team  he's  on.” John  Carter Product  Development  Innovation  Consultant “Tony  was  an  exceptional  product   marketing  director   with  deep  experience  in  all  aspects  of  product   related   marketing.  He  led  numerous  successful  programs  at  Klipsch,  in  a  number  of  categories  including  established   and  several  new  to  Klipsch.  Tony  was  an  excellent  communicator,  great  team  leader,  and  skilled  marketer.” Mike  Klipsch Purdue  University  Trustee;  Partner  at  Grand  Park  Fieldhouse,  LLC President  Global  Operations/Business  Development,  Chief  Operating  Officer  and  Chief  Counsel  at  Klipsch “I  worked  closely  with  Tony  for  approximately  6  years  and  found  him  to  be  an  exceptional  product   marketing   leader.  He  is  very  creative,  detail  orientated  and  a  strong  advocate/communicator  with  customers  and   reviewers.  Solid  team  player  that  was  well  respected  and  worked  well  with  internal  product   team  members   and  external  supplier  partners  alike.”
  • 5. Reference  Premiere  HD  Wireless High  Definition  Wireless  Home  Theater Goal Create  a  high  definition,  wireless  home  theater  system   within  the  Reference   Premiere  family Outcome Incorporated  WiSA  technology,  proprietary  bass   management  and  created  the  Smart  Speaker  Selector   (Patent  Pending)  together  with  Reference  Premiere   acoustics  and  custom  electronics  to  deliver  true  HD   sound  in  up  to  7.1  systems  that  can  be  set-­‐up  in  less   than  fifteen  minutes. Product  Specifics s Extremely  simple  set-­‐up  of  up  to  7.1  systems s HD  sound  transmitted  at  24bit/96kHz s Reference   Premiere  sound  and  custom  electronics Accolades “The  slender  towers  are  rather  deceptive  in  that  you  hardly  get  a  sense  of  how  powerful  they   really  are—AV  fanatics  who  crave  a  high-­‐performance  system  that  looks  good  and  sets  up  in  10   minutes  are  bound  to  be  thrilled  with  this  system’s  spousal-­‐acceptance  factor.  And  yet,  without   question,  one  of  the  main  selling   points  of  this  system  is  its  raw  power  and  fantastic  fidelity.  It   really  is  the  best  of  both  worlds” -­‐ Mark  Henninger,  AVS  Forums  [12/31/2015] Line RF-­‐Hub1 Control  Center RF-­‐440WF Wireless  Floorstanders RF-­‐440WC Wireless  Center RF-­‐140WM Wireless  Monitors RF-­‐110WSW Wireless  Subwoofer
  • 6. Groove Bluetooth  Audio  System Goal Create  a  simple,  portable,  wireless  audio   system  with  great  sound  as  the  priority Outcome Groove  is  a  performance-­‐first,  robust,   great-­‐sounding   solution  built  for  real-­‐world   use  cases Product  Specifics s Large,  3”  driver  and  dual  oval  passives s IPx4  protection  rating s Focus  on  performance,  not  frills Accolades “Groove  indeed  plays  loud  for  its  size  and  produces  a  surprising  amount  of  bass.  Hide  it  in  a  room  and  chances  are  people  will  think  the  sound  is   coming  from  a  much  larger  speaker.” -­‐ CNET  [2/10/2016] “On  tracks  with  powerful  sub-­‐bass  content  like  The  Knife's  "Silent  Shout,"  the  Groove  delivers  a  powerful  low  frequency  thump,  with  plenty  of   deep  bass  presence—a  bit  surprising  for  its  modest  size.” -­‐ PC  Mag  [12/22/2015]
  • 7. Reference  R-­‐15PM Powered  Monitors Goal Create  a  pair  of  powered  monitors   with  versatile  connectivity Outcome The  first  powered  Reference  monitors   with  category  leading  connection   options  and  premium  sound Product  Specifics s Phono  pre-­‐amp,  USB  audio,  optical,   analog  and  Bluetooth  inputs s Custom  power  and  DSP  electronics s Reference  acoustics Accolades “No  one  would  describe  the  R-­‐15PM's  sound  as  shy  and  retiring;  this  little  guy  kicks  butt.” -­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET  [3/12/2016] “Regardless  of  whether  I  used  the  R-­‐15PMs  to  listen  to  my  music  collection,  catch  a  movie,  play  video  games,  or  simply  to  watch  a  TV  show,  they   delivered  clear,  dynamic,  and  completely  non-­‐fatiguing  sound.” -­‐ Mark  Henninger,  AVS  Forums  [3/24/2016] ULTRA FAST SETUP TURNTABLE READY USB AUDIO READY
  • 8. Reference  R-­‐4B Sound  Bar Goal Expand  sound  bar  assortment  to  a  more  aggressive  price   point  while  maintaining  high  performance  standards Outcome Delivered  2.1  solution  with  new  industrial  design,   improved  user  interface  and  control  while  hitting  retail   price  point  and  internal  margin  targets Product  Specifics s 2.1  with  wireless  subwoofer s Improved  industrial  design s Three  sound  modes s Enhanced  user  interface  feedback Accolades “If  you’re  looking  for  a  sound  system  requiring  minimal  setup  and  high quality acoustics  Klipsch  has  got  you  covered  with  the  R-­‐4B.  For  the   simplicity,  lightweight  design  and  the  great sound,  the  price  tag  of  $400  can’t  be  beat.” -­‐ Busted  Wallet  [1/27/2016]
  • 9. Reference  RSB-­‐6  &  RSB-­‐8 Sound  Bars Goal Replace  the  R-­‐4B  at  the  low  end  of  the  sound   bar  assortment  and  add  key  features Outcome Developed  RSB-­‐6  with  HDMI  2.0  in  and  out   and  new  industrial  design  to  align  sound  bar   family.  RSB-­‐8  adds  Play-­‐Fi  wireless  multiroom   content  access  and  control  capabilities. Product  Specifics s New  industrial  design s 2.1  solution  with  dual  mids  per  channel s HDMI  2.0  in  and  out s Play-­‐Fi  connectivity  (RSB-­‐8) Launches  Fall  2016
  • 10. Reference  RSB-­‐11  &  RSB-­‐14 Sound  Bars Goal Replace  the  very  successful  R-­‐10B   sound  bar  at  mass  retail  with  a   new  design  delivering  a  greater   feature  set Outcome Produced  the  RSB-­‐11  with   improved  connectivity,  family   design  language  including  a   completely  redesigned  subwoofer   and  then  leveraged  that  platform   to  create  the  RSB-­‐14  incorporating   Play-­‐Fi  connectivity Product  Specifics s New  industrial  design s 2.1  solutions  with  44”  length s HDMI  2.0  (3  x  in  and  1  x  out) s Play-­‐Fi  connectivity  (RSB-­‐14) Launches  Fall  2016
  • 11. Gate Wireless  Distributed  Audio Goal Create  a  simple  way  to  integrate  legacy  gear   into  the  Play-­‐Fi  wireless  audio  ecosystem Outcome The  Gate  allows  any  source  or  powered   audio  system  to  wirelessly  interact  with   other  Play-­‐Fi  enabled  equipment  and  either   broadcast  local  content   or  receive  content   from  a  streaming  service,  another  source   within  the  network  of  stored  content  from  a   connected  drive.  Content  access  and  control   is  managed  within  any  Play-­‐Fi  application. Product  Specifics s Access  and  control  of  Play-­‐Fi  content s Connects  easily  to  any  legacy  device s Compact  design  and  affordable  price  point Launches  Fall  2016
  • 12. PowerGate Wireless  Distributed  Audio Goal Provide  an  elegant  and  simple  way   for  a  new  generation  of  audio   enthusiasts  to  power  a  2.0/2.1  system   while  also  allowing  access  to  and   control  of  content Outcome PowerGate  combines  a  powerful  and   well  designed  two-­‐channel   amplifier   with  a  myriad  of  connection  options   including  Play-­‐Fi  wireless  content   access  and  control  to  create  an   incredibly  versatile  solution  for   almost  any  2.0  or  2.1  set-­‐up High Res Digital Inputs Launches  Fall  2016 Product  Specifics s Numerous  connection   options:  Phono  Pre-­‐Amp,  Digital,  Analog,  Bluetooth,  Play-­‐Fi s 100W  x  2  digital  amplifier s Access  and  control  of  Play-­‐Fi  content  through   any  Play-­‐Fi  application
  • 13. R-­‐1  Room  Speaker Wireless  Distributed  Audio Goal To  deliver  a  simple  speaker   system  with  multiple  uses   throughout   a  Play-­‐Fi  eco-­‐system Outcome The  R-­‐1  Room  Speaker  can  be   used  as  a  single  speaker  or  a   stereo  pair  to  add  sound  to  any   room  in  the  Play-­‐Fi  network  and   can  also  be  used  as  surround   channels  with  any  Play-­‐Fi  enabled   Klipsch  sound  bar Product  Specifics s Two-­‐way  acoustic  system s Play-­‐Fi  integration s Multiple  use  cases Multiple  Uses Single  room  speaker Stereo  pair  of  room  speakers Surrounds  for  sound  bar Launches  Fall  2016
  • 14. One  Foundation Wireless  Digital  Audio  System Goal Set  the  standard  for  all-­‐in-­‐one  system   performance  and  capabilities Outcome Delivered  a  stunning   and  elegant,   high-­‐performance   audio  solution  with   hand-­‐crafted  appeal,  a  thoughtful   material  pallet  and  user-­‐friendly  design Accolades “Whether  it  was  808-­‐heavy  hip-­‐hop,  the  blend  of  fast  drum  arrangements  and  electric  synths  of  EDM  or  blues  guitar  riffs,  the  One Foundation   performed  exceptionally”…“At  $999.99  USD,  the  One  Foundation  premium  home  audio  hi-­‐fi  system  sits  toward  the  top  of  the  price  spectrum,   and  yet  its  timeless  design,  environmentally-­‐conscious  construction  and  first-­‐rate  sound  justifies  every  penny.” -­‐ Hypebeast  [12/4/2014] “…we're  not  talking  about  a  relatively  standard  looking  sound  bar,  but  instead  a  striking  piece  of  technology  that  will  add  to  your  home's  sense   of  style.”   -­‐ Smarthouse.com.au  [10/17/2014] Product  Specifics s Two-­‐way,  two-­‐channel  design  with  5.25”  woofers  and  Danish  designed  tweeters s 220W  total  power s Custom  breakaway  glaze  FSC-­‐certified  white  oak  baffle s Aluminum  master  control  knob  with  color-­‐coded  glowing  status  user  feedback s Digital,  analog  and  wireless  audio  inputs
  • 15. Get  Up  Stand  Up Bluetooth  Audio  System Goal Create  a  tabletop  audio  system  with  striking  design   and  great  sound  while  maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly   brand  standards Outcome Delivered  beautiful,  bent  wood  design  with  two-­‐way   acoustic  system  that  provides  outstanding  performance   in  any  home  or  office  environment Product  Specifics s FSC-­‐certified  bent  wood  frame s Two-­‐way  design  with  4.5”  woofers  and  1”  fabric  tweeters s Bluetooth  and  analog  inputs s IR  remote  control Accolades “Overall  the  House  of  Marley  Get  Up  Stand  Up  Home  Audio  System  was  a  surprise  performer.  The  system  sounds  great,  looks  even  better,  and   it's  good  to  see  a  company  sourcing  materials  with  sustainability  in  mind,  making  the  Get  Up  Stand  Up  Home  Audio  System  a  stand  out  choice.” -­‐ ApartmentTherapy.com  [8/29/2012]
  • 16. Bag  of  Riddim Portable  Bluetooth  Audio  System Accolades “sonic  performance…is  entirely  enjoyable  at  near-­‐field  listening  levels  but  particularly  impressive  at  very  high  volumes.  Once  in  a  while,  an  audio   system  comes  along  with  sound  balance  that  sounds  ‘just  right,’  and  Bag  of  Riddim  is  one  of  those  speakers.” “If  you’re  looking  for  a  powerful,  large  speaker  system  with  a  handsome  chassis,  rich  bass,  and  strong  high-­‐volume  performance,  Bag  of  Riddim  is   certainly  worth  considering.” -­‐ iLounge  [5/6/2013] Goal Create  a  portable  audio  solution  with  excellent   sound  quality  and  output  capabilities  while   maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  brand  standards Outcome Delivered  high-­‐performance,  high-­‐output,   rugged   solution  designed  for  use  indoors  and  out-­‐of-­‐doors Product  Specifics s FSC-­‐certified  bent  wood  baffle s Two-­‐way  design  with  4.5”  woofers s Proprietary  REWIND  fabric  carry  bag s Bluetooth  and  analog  inputs
  • 17. Get  Together Portable  Bluetooth  Audio  System Goal Create  a  versatile,  “semi-­‐portable”  audio   solution  for  multiple  locations  while   maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  brand  standards   and  achieve  a  $199  retail  price  point Outcome Hit  target  price  point  with  a  great  performing,   two-­‐channel,   two-­‐way  solution  with  built-­‐in   battery  and  made  of  Earth-­‐friendly  materials Product  Specifics s Stereo,  two-­‐way  design  for  $199  MSRP s Bamboo  baffle  and  rear  panel s Exclusive  REWIND  covered,  ported  enclosure Accolades “The  sound  it  kicks  out  is  superb  for  such  a  relatively  compact  unit.” -­‐ Let’sTalk-­‐Tech.com  [6/4/2014] “The  Bose  Soundlink  III  sounded  boomy  and  muddy  compared  to  the  Marley  Get  Together.” “The  Marley  Get  Together  actually  sounded  wider,  like  you  were  actually  hearing  stereo…The  Bose  Soundlink  III  sounded  like  a  booming  mono   speaker  in  comparison.” -­‐ TheGadgeteer.com  [7/2/2015]
  • 18. Roots  Rock Portable  Bluetooth  Audio  System Accolades “if  you’re  looking  for  a  portable  Bluetooth  sound  system  that  performs  much  better  than  many  of  its  peers  in  the  $200  price  range,  boasts   serious  green  and  charitable  cause  cred  and  definitely  stands  out  in  a  room  full  of  hand-­‐held  black  plastic  boxes,  the  House  of  Marley  Roots  Rock   Bluetooth  portable  audio  system  is  tough  to  beat.” -­‐ GeekDad.com  [8/19/2013] Goal Create  a  convenient,   portable  audio  solution   that  can  easily  “go  where  you  go”  while   maintaining  Earth-­‐friendly  brand  standards   and  hit  a  $199  retail  price  point Outcome Hit  target  price  point  with  a  great  performing,   two-­‐channel   solution  with  built-­‐in  battery   made  of  Earth-­‐friendly  materials Product  Specifics s Slim,  “audio  purse”  design  with  carry  strap s Bamboo  side  panels s Exclusive  REWIND  covered  body
  • 19. Positive  Vibration  /  Rebel  /  Revolution On/Over-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “Someone  at  HoM  (House  of  Marley)  has  great  skill  and/or  taste  in  headphone  voicing.  Like  the  Exodus,  the  Positive  Vibration  generally  won  over   the  panelists…It  has  a  very  good  tonal  balance  and  a  nice  ambient  quality  that  sounds  genuine,  not  falsely  created.” -­‐ Brent  Butterworth  and  Howard  Rodgers  for  Sound  and  Vision  [4/6/2012] “Positive  Vibration  is  the  safest  recommendation  we  can  make  of  the  six  ~$59  models  tested  here.  We  can’t  imagine  you’d  hate  it, and  there’s  a   very  good  chance  you’ll  love  it.” -­‐ Brent  Butterworth  for  Sound  and  Vision  [4/6/2012] Positive  Vibration (multiple  additional  color  ways) Rebel (multiple  additional  color  ways) Revolution (multiple  additional  color  ways) Goal Bring  a  diversified  assortment  of  on   and  over-­‐ear  headphones  to  market   with  best-­‐in-­‐class  sound  quality  and   sub  $100  MSRPs  while  incorporating   Earth-­‐friendly  materials Outcome Delivered  three  great  sounding  models   in  several  color  ways  and  within  target   timing,  MSRPs  and  margins  goals   Product  Specifics s Earth-­‐friendly  metals  and  fabrics s Best-­‐in-­‐class  sound  by  price  point s Multiple  color  ways  for  any  style
  • 20. Exodus On-­‐Ear  Headphones Goal Create  a  uniquely  designed  on-­‐ear  headphone  with  obvious   Earth-­‐friendly  intentions Outcome Bent  FSC-­‐certified  wood,  leather  and  recycled  aluminum   were  brought  together   to  create  a  beautifully  styled,   comfortable,  high-­‐performance   on-­‐ear  headphone Product  Specifics s 40mm  drivers s Leather  and  bent  FSC-­‐certified  wood  headband s Machined,  recycled  aluminum  cans Accolades “Wow!  These  were  a  huge  surprise.  The  sound  quality  is  shockingly  good.  I'd  say  right  up  with  best  of  $150  sealed  on-­‐ear  headphones.” -­‐ InnerFidelity.com  [11/11/2011] “…it's  the  best  sound  I've  heard  for  $150  USD.” -­‐ HeadphoneReviews.org  [11/14/2015] “…these  are  fantastic  at  consistently  delivering  an  engaging  and  exciting  performance  that  I  would  wear  on  my  daily  walk  to  work.” -­‐ Headphonics.com  [3/7/2012] 1st Place  – Headphone  Shootout:  The  Best  and  Worst  Celebrity  Cans “…I  have  not  the  slightest  complaint  about  the  sound  of  these…  they  are  excellent.” -­‐ Brent  Butterworth,  Sound  and  Vision  [10/5/2011]
  • 21. Stir  It  Up  &  Redemption  Song On-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “…the  design  is  out  of  this  world  phenomenal…” “…the  sound  was  absolutely  pristine. No  distortion,  no  washing  out  – all  of  the  sounds  from  highs  to  lows  came  through  with  crystal  clarity.” “…compared  to  other  headphones  in  the  same  price  range  (like  some  of  the  Beats  cans  I’ve  tried  out),  the  Stir  It  Up  headphones  blow  them  away.” -­‐ CNET  [11/23/2011] “The  Stir  It  Up  won  me  over  even  before  I  heard  it.  Construction  quality  is  a  step  up  from  the  mostly  plastic  Bose  Quiet  Comfort,  Monster  Beats  by   Dre  and  Ludacris  headphones.”  Editor’s  Rating:  5/5  “Perfect” -­‐ GadgetReview  [8/3/2015] Stir  It  Up Redemption  Song Goal Create  a  pair  of  mid/premium  on-­‐ear   solutions  that  represent  the  brand’s   high-­‐performance   and  Earth-­‐friendly  ideals Outcome Delivered  two  designs  using  Earth-­‐friendly   fabrics,  woods  and  recycled  metals  that   exude  quality,  comfort  and  style  while   performing  at  a  very  high  level Product  Specifics s FSC-­‐certified  Beech  wood s Stitched  fabric  and  leather  headbands s Removable,  tangle-­‐free  cables
  • 22. TTR  Destiny Over-­‐Ear  Active  Noise  Cancelling  Headphones Accolades “Comfiest  headphones  I’ve  ever  tried,  much  better  than  any  headphones  in  this  price  range,  clear  sound  with  highs,  mids’  and  lows.” -­‐ Head-­‐Fi.org  [5/1/2013] “Since  early  2011,  the  company  has  delivered  a  solid  line-­‐up  of  affordable,  well-­‐built,  and  good-­‐sounding  headphones.  The  TTR  Destiny   is  no  exception.” -­‐ Wired  [4/30/2012] Goal Deliver  a  classically  inspired,  robust  over-­‐ear   headphone  solution  with  active  noise  cancelling Outcome TrenchTown   Rock  (TTR)  Destiny  ANC  headphones   anchored  the  premium  end  on  the  initial  headphone   assortment  and  incorporated  powerful  40mm  drivers,   stitched  leather  components  and  premium  metal   materials  to  create  a  stunningly  differentiated  design   to  compliment  their  powerfully  accurate  sound Product  Specifics s Powerful  40mm  custom-­‐tuned  drivers s Machined  finished  recycled  aluminum  cans   s Soft  leather  inner  headband  and  ear  cushions s Active  noise  cancelling  technology
  • 23. Smile  Jamaica  /  People  Get  Ready  /  Revolution In-­‐Ear  Headphones Goal Deliver  multiple  in-­‐ear  offerings   below  $100  MSRP  while  maintaining   brand  standards  of  sound  quality   and  Earth-­‐friendly  material  selection Outcome Created  three  differentiated  models   in  multiple  color  ways  each  with   unique  design  and  great  sound Product  Specifics s FSC-­‐certified  woods s Recycled  metals  and  plastics s Tangle-­‐free  fabric  cables s Mics  with  one  or  three-­‐button           controls  available  throughout  lines Accolades “If  value  is  your  top  priority,  the  Smile  Jamaica  in-­‐ears  are  a  superb  choice  that  combine  comfort,  durability,  style,  and  performance   for  less  than  $20.” -­‐ Reviewed.com  (part  of  the  USA  Today  Network  [11/20/2015] “…vocal  details  were  present  and  alive,  and  the  sound  had  a  snap  to  it  that  eludes  cheaper  earbuds.” -­‐ CNET  [11/8/2012] Smile  Jamaica (multiple  additional  color  ways) People  Get  Ready (multiple  additional  color  ways) Revolution  IE (multiple  additional  color  ways)
  • 24. Zion  /  Redemption  Song In-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “the  bass  performance  delivered  by  House  of  Marley  is  surprisingly  strong.  Regardless  of  the  tracks  we  threw  at  Zion,  low-­‐end  notes,  baritone   voices,  and  beats  were  distortion-­‐free,  smooth,  and  rich  in  a  way  that  we  wish  was  more  common  in  rival  products.” -­‐ iLounge.com  [1/4/2012] “The  build  quality  and  design  of  the  Zion  earphones  are  impressive.  Marley  has  managed  to  infuse  colorful,  Jamaican-­‐inspired  fun into  the  design,   while  also  making  them  look  like  they  cost  more  than  they  do.” -­‐ TheGadgeteer.com  [1/18/2012] Zion (available  in  two  color  ways) Redemption  Song  IE (available  in  two  color  ways) Goal Create  a  small  assortment  in  the  mid/premium  in-­‐ear   headphone  space  with  excellent  sound  quality  and  style   while  maintaining  brand  Earth-­‐friendly  material  goals Outcome Developed  two  high-­‐performance   in-­‐ear  offerings   constructed   of  premium  materials  and  delivering   best-­‐in-­‐class  acoustics Product  Specifics s High-­‐output  9mm  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Birch  woods s Tangle-­‐free  fabric  cables s Mics  and  three-­‐button   remote  controls
  • 25. Legend  IE In-­‐Ear  Headphones Goal Create  a  flagship  in-­‐ear  headphone  with  best-­‐in-­‐class   performance  and  elegant,  user-­‐friendly  styling Outcome Legend  IE  (in-­‐ear)  headphones  deliver  premium  sonic   experiences  via  custom  tuned  balanced  armature  drivers   in  slim,  sleek  machined  aluminum  chassis  accented  by  a   deco  brand  badge  made  of  FSC-­‐certified  wood Product  Specifics s Custom  tuned  armature  drivers s Machined  recycled  aluminum  chassis s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  wood  deco  brand  badge s Tangle-­‐free  fabric  cables s Mic  and  three-­‐button   remote  control Accolades “General  sound  quality  was  superb,  with  ample  bass  that  doesn't  overpower  the  mid-­‐range,  but  doesn't  boom.  The  mid-­‐range  comes  across   as  clear  and  precise…high-­‐end  frequencies  are  treated  well.” -­‐ ExpertReviews.com.uk  [12/5/2013] “Sound  quality  wise  the  Legends  sound  great.  Full  rich  sound  that  isn’t  too  harsh,  or  too  bassy.  For  almost  any  kind  of  music they  fit  the  bill.” -­‐ GeekBeat.tv  [8/13/2013]
  • 26. UpLift In-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “The  House  of  Marley  Uplift  In-­‐Ear  Headphones  continue  to  show  the  audio  design  strength  of  the  brand  with  clear  audio  and  balanced  sound.” -­‐ MobileTechReview.com  [11/6/2013] Goal Create  the  next  generation  of   entry/mid  in-­‐ear  solutions  while   refining  brand  identity  in  years  two   and  three  of  growth Outcome Sketched  concept  at  CES  2013  and   was  in  market  with  a  well  designed   solution  made  of  machined   aluminum  and  FSC-­‐certified  woods   by  fall  of  that  same  year Product  Specifics s 8mm  drivers  in  custom-­‐tuned  enclosures s Machined  recycled  aluminum s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Beech  woods s Tangle-­‐free  cables
  • 27. Harambe On-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “Of  course,  audio  quality  is  superb  nonetheless  thanks  to  the  30mm  dynamic  drivers  powering  the  Harambe,  which  pump  out  those pleasant   bass  tones  that  our  ears  crave.” -­‐ PhoneArena.com  [2/12/2013] (available  in  multiple  additional  color  ways) Goal Broaden  the  on-­‐ear  headphone   assortment  with  a  small  platform   solution  for  casual  use  cases Outcome Harambe’s  lightweight   design,  soft  ear   cushions  and  fabric  covering  provide  a   high  level  of  comfort  while  allowing   multiple  color  and  design  options Product  Specifics s Exclusive  REWIND  fabric  covering s Lightweight,  flexible  and  “glasses-­‐friendly” s 30mm  drivers  provide  surprising  output
  • 28. Riddim On-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “We  found  the  headset  exhibited  a  very  well-­‐balanced  sound…  The  result  was  a  smooth  overall  tone  that  provided  a  pleasant  listening  experience.” “…we  found  the  Riddim  to  be  remarkably  comfortable  right  from  the  start.  The  thick  pad  that  extends  across  the  majority  of  the  headband   perfectly  conforms  to  the  top  of  the  head,  and  the  leather  ear  pads  hug  luxuriously  against  the  ears  with  the  comfort  of  an  old  baseball  mitt.” -­‐ DigitalTrends.com  [4/23/2013] (available  in  multiple  additional  color  ways) Goal Leverage  our  exclusive  REWIND  fabric   and  create  a  line  of  mid/premium  on-­‐ear   headphones  in  line  with  the  refined   brand  direction  (years  two  and  three) Outcome Riddim  headphones  provide  a  very  high   level  of  comfort  coupled  with   outstanding  acoustic  capabilities  and  a   full  REWIND  material  covering  allowing   for  multiple  color  and  pattern  options Product  Specifics s Exclusive  REWIND  fabric  covering s 40mm  dynamic  neodymium  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures s Accordion  style  sizing  design  and  gimbal  ear  cup  mount
  • 29. Rise  Up Over-­‐Ear  Headphones (available  in  multiple  additional  color  ways) Accolades “…crisp  clean  sound,  with  a  nice  bass  balance  that  really  puts  a  lot  of  other  more  expensive  headphones  to  shame.  At  the  Price  point  of  the   Rise  Up  you  really  can’t  go  wrong.” -­‐ BoredAtWork.com  [8/20/2013] Goal Leverage  our  exclusive  REWIND  fabric   and  create  a  line  of  mid/premium  over-­‐ear   headphones  in  line  with  the  refined  brand   direction  (years  two  and  three) Outcome Rise  Up  headphones  provide  an  extreme   level  of  comfort  along  with  outstanding   acoustic  capabilities  and  are  largely   covered  in  REWIND  material  allowing  for   multiple  color  and  pattern  options Product  Specifics s Exclusive  REWIND  fabric s 50mm  dynamic  neodymium  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures s Bamboo  fiber  or  leather  ear  cushions  (based  on  color  way) s Elegant  and  functional  mechanical  hinge  design  for  proper  fit  and  fabric  continuity
  • 30. Liberate On-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “We  know  that  there  are  plenty  of  listeners  who  love  that  big  thump,  and  the  Liberate  certainly  have  that  in  full  force.” “…tracks  with  lighter  studio  mixes,  especially  acoustic  productions,  showed  an  aptitude  for  detail,  with  a  golden  glow  that  was  especially  pleasant.” -­‐ DigitalTrends.com  [1/5/2014] Goal Create  an  on-­‐ear  headphone  solution   to  be  part  of  the  Liberate  Collection   and  share  design  language  cues  with   over-­‐ear  and  audio  system  products Outcome Liberate  On-­‐Ear  aligned  perfectly  with   the  evolved  design  direction  of  the   brand  while  integrating   key  esthetic   elements  of  the  Liberate  Collection   and  delivering  great  sound Product  Specifics s Bent  stainless  steel  and  fabric  headband s 40mm  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures s Soft  leather  ear  cushions s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Beech  woods
  • 31. Liberate  XL  /  Liberate  XLBT Over-­‐Ear  Headphones Accolades “The  bass  is  incredible  when  listening   to  electronic  music  like  ‘Bullseye’  by  KDrew  and  ‘Lumberjack’  by  Samples.  I  also  noticed  while  listening  to  the   classical  piece,  ‘Canon  in  D  Major’  by  Johann  Pachelbel,  the  string  bass  was  much  stronger  than  listening  with  any  of  our  other  headphones  which   made  listening   to  the  music  much  more  enjoyable.” -­‐ TheGadgeteer.com  [8/11/2015] Goal Create  wired  and  wireless  over-­‐ear   headphone  solutions  to  be  part  of  the   Liberate  Collection  and  share  design   language  cues  with  on-­‐ear  and  audio   system  products Outcome Liberate  XL  and  XLBT  delivered   outstanding  performance  while   aligning  perfectly  with  the  rest  of  the   Liberate  Collection   Product  Specifics s Large,  bent  stainless  steel  and  leather  headband s 40mm  drivers  in  tuned  enclosures s Large,  soft  leather  ear  cushions s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  and  Beech  woods s Wireless  Bluetooth  connectivity  and  control  (XLBT)
  • 32. Liberate  BT Bluetooth  Audio  System Accolades “The  truth  is  that  it  really  can  go  loud,  louder  than  some  of  the  other  Bluetooth  speakers  I've  used  in  the  past,  so  I  was  definitely  pleased  to  hear   Marley  was  able  to  pump  up  the  volume  to  really  get  your  house  party  started.” “The  House  of  Marley's  Liberate  BT  portable  Bluetooth  speaker  adds  design  flair,  loud  sound,  easy  to  use  controls,  long  battery  life,  sturdy  yet   recycled  construction  materials  and  the  cachet  of  the  Bob  Marley  brand." -­‐ SmartHouse.com  [9/9/2014] Goal Create  a  compact  and  robust  portable  audio  solution   to  be  part  of  the  Liberate  Collection  and  share  design   language  cues  with  on-­‐ear  and  over-­‐ear  headphones Outcome The  Liberate  BT  Audio  System  is  a  very  capable,   travel-­‐friendly  wireless  audio  system  that  fits   perfectly  within  the  Liberate  Collection Product  Specifics s Bluetooth  wireless  connectivity s Proprietary  REWIND  fabric  covering s Metal  and  fabric  two-­‐part  grill s Rechargeable  battery s Bamboo  branded  rear  deco  cover s Four  full-­‐range  drivers  in  a  minimal  1.75”  x  2.9”  x  8.6”  frame
  • 33. Legend  ANC Over-­‐Ear  Active  Noise  Cancelling  Headphones Accolades “…the  acoustic  output  of  the  Legend  ANC's  large  and  powerful  speaker  drivers  is  nothing  short  of  phenomenal.  With  a  clear  and balanced   equalization  these  headphones  will  definitely  satisfy  even  the  pickiest  of  audio  aficionados.” -­‐ iPhoneLife.com  [8/10/2015] Goal Create  a  flagship  over-­‐ear  headphone  with  active   noise  cancelling,  premium  materials,  unique   styling  and  exceptional  comfort  that  aligns  with   the  Legend  IE  premium  in-­‐ear  headphone Outcome A  beautifully  crafted  combination  of  wood,   leather,  recycled  aluminum  and  electro-­‐acoustic   engineering,   Legend  ANC  delivers  on  the   promises  of  great  audio  and  stunning  looks Product  Specifics s Custom-­‐tuned  40mm  dynamic  neodymium  drivers s Active  noise  cancelling  technology s FSC-­‐certified  Sapele  wood s Soft  leather  headband  and  ear  cushions s Detachable  cable  with  cable  management
  • 34. 1X,  2X,  3X  and  Portable  Powermats Wireless  Inductive  Charging Goal Lose  the  cords…  and  create  a  line  of  power   delivery  accessories  using  inductive  charging   technology  to  allow  portable  device  users  to   charge  their  gear  without  plugging  in  wires Outcome One,  two  and  three  position  charging   Mats   and  a  two-­‐position  Travel  Mat  with  built-­‐in   battery  were  created Accolades “The  Powermat  Home  &  Office  ($99.99  direct)  is  the  first  of  what  I  hope  will  be  many  wireless-­‐charging  products…its  appeal  should  reach   beyond  early  adopters  to  anyone  who  wants  a  clean,  attractive  way  to  charge  multiple  portable  devices…Powermat  is  an  excellent  first  step   towards  making  wire-­‐free  power  a  reality.” -­‐ PCMag.com  [10/12/2009] 1  Position  Mat  and  Powered/Portable  Mats Product  Specifics s Wireless,  inductive  charging  of  up  to  three  devices s Charging  time  as  fast  or  faster  than  original  wired  plugs s 1X,  2X  and  3X  Mats  work  with  any  Powermat  Case,  Door  or  accessory
  • 35. Powermat  for  iPhone Wireless  Inductive  Charging Accolades “…it  is  undeniably  convenient  to  just  drop  the  phone  onto  the  pad  to  charge.” -­‐ ComputerWorld.com  [11/11/2010] “The  Powermat  Wireless  Charging  System  for  the  iPhone  4  is  a  good  option…I  am  a  fan  of  the  Powermat  system.” -­‐ Technogog  [10/22/2010] Extended  Battery  Case iPhone  Mat  and  Case Goal Create  a  simple  and  elegant  wireless   charging   solution  for  iPhones Outcome The  iPhone  Bundle  was  designed  to  allow   users  to  easily  keep  their  device  charged   and  protected  by  simply  resting  the  case   and  phone  on  the  Mat.  An  Extended   Battery  Case  was  also  available. Product  Specifics s Designed  specifically  for  the  iPhone s Protective  case  with  simple  flip  top  for  easy  installation  and  removal s Nesting  case  and  Mat  designs  simplify  alignment  without  magnets
  • 36. Powermat  Cases,  Doors  and  Accessories Wireless  Inductive  Charging Goal Create  wireless  Receiver  solutions   for  a  wide  range  of  popular   personal  electronics  devices Outcome Created  a  large  assortment  of   device  specific  cases,  battery   doors,  backs  and  universal   solutions  for  the  most  popular   devices  at  that  time Accolades “This  wireless  charging  system  is  one  of  the  coolest  tools  we  have  to  keep  our  phones  charged.  This  has  actually  started  a  transition  and  all  our   phones  and  IPod  Touch  music  players  are  going  to  be  connected  also.” -­‐ Consumer  Review  on  Amazon.com  [2/3/2012] “The  Powermat  PMR-­‐BBC1  Receiver  Li-­‐ion  Battery  Door  is  an  amazing  product.  I  use  it  to  charge  up  my  BB  Curve  8330.  Now  I  can  charge  it  fast   without  having  to  deal  with  cords  or  figuring  out  where  to  plug  the  AC  adapter.  Terrific.” -­‐ Consumer  Review  on  Amazon.com  [10/21/2010] Universal  and  Gaming   Solutions Product  Specifics s Wireless,  inductive  charging s Elegant  Receiver  solutions  fit  devices  perfectly s Charging  time  as  fast  or  faster  than  original  wired  plugs
  • 37. iGroove  &  iGroove  HG Digital  Music  Systems Laptop  Magazine   Editor’s  Choice Macintosh  Guild   Five  Mice Goal Create  initial  “all-­‐in-­‐one”  iPod  offering  to  enter   category  with  best-­‐in-­‐class  sound  quality Outcome First  iPod  solution  to  offer  two-­‐way,  horn-­‐loaded   design.  The  successful   entry  into  the  category   launched  the  “Groove”  family  of  products. Product  Specifics s 40-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design s Ported  alignment s Innovative  iPod  securing  mechanism s IR  remote Accolades “Compared  with  the  Bose  SoundDock,  the  iGroove  has  richer  bass  and  cleaner  sound,  holds  the  iPod  more  securely,  is  easier  to  carry,  and  is   $50  lighter  on  the  pocket  book.” -­‐ Bill  Catambay,  Mac  Guild  [4/1/2006] “The  iGroove's  sound  is  quite  clear,  even  at  maximum  volume,  offering  up  the  most  powerful  low-­‐end  of  all  the  system's  tested.” -­‐ Brian  Heater,  LAPTOP  [4/1/2006]
  • 38. iGroove  SXT Digital  Music  System E-­‐Gear  Editor’s  Choice   Top  40 Goal Create  similar  acoustic  performance  to   iGroove  in  a  smaller  package  with  improved   cosmetics  at  a  lower  retail  price Outcome Brought  two-­‐way,  horn-­‐loaded  design  to  a   new  price  arena  while  delivering  best-­‐in-­‐class   acoustic  output  in  a  clean,  refined  design Product  Specifics s 30-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design s Ported  alignment s Innovative  iPod  securing  mechanism s IR  remote Accolades “The  sound  was  surprisingly  sophisticated  and  bristled  with  detail  whether  playing  Mantovani  or  Marilyn  Manson.” -­‐ UK  Times  Online  [3/23/2008] “Considering  its  small  size,  we  didn't  expect  the  iGroove  SXT  to  rock  our  world,  but  the  R.E.M.  Live  CD  put  out  so  much  bass  we  could  feel  it   vibrating  the  table  in  our  listening  room.  Michael  Stipe's  vocals  were  clear,  and  the  drums  sounded  powerful.” -­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET  [3/6/2008]
  • 39. RoomGroove MultiRoom  Wireless  Digital  Music  System Electronic  House  2007   Product  of  the  Year Goal Create  a  wireless  multiroom  audio  component  with  great  sound   and  a  simple,  intuitive  user  experience Outcome RoomGroove  was  an  outstanding  performer  that  could  be  used  as   a  fully  independent  multiroom  system  when  connected  to  an  iPod   or  other  input  as  well  as  a  room  extension  for  the  CS-­‐700  HTiB Product  Specifics s CD  quality  wireless  audio  transmission  to/from  other  RoomGrooves  or  from  CS-­‐700  HTiB s Control  of  transmitting  iPod  from  remote  RoomGrooves s Innovative  hidden  iPod  dock  drawer  with  touch  sensor  Klipsch  logo s 40-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design s Ported  alignment s IR  remote Accolades “  ...  the  RoomGroove  has  a  big,  dynamic  sound,  with  powerful  bass…  We  listened  up  close,  within  2  or  3  feet,  and  from  the  other  side  of  the   room,  and  the  RoomGroove  sounded  fine  at  any  reasonable  distance.” -­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET  [3/10/2008] “One  of  the  biggest  selling  points  of  the  RoomGroove  is  its  simplicity.  I  plugged  it  in  and  was  up  and  running  in  a  couple  of minutes-­‐-­‐far  and   away  the  record  among  the  wireless  products  I've  tested…  In  several  weeks  of  testing,  I  never  noticed  any  interference  or  compromises  in   the  sound  quality,  which  was  equally  good  in  both  the  transmitting  and  receiving  speakers.” -­‐ Christopher  Jones,  The  Perfect  Vision  [10/1/2007]
  • 40. Groove  PM20 MultiMedia  Speaker  System Goal Replace  existing  2.o  system,  maintain  retail  price  point,   increase  internal  margin  by  10  points Outcome The  Groove  family  moved  into  multimedia  and  the  Groove   PM20  delivered  margin  and  price  point  goals  and   competitive  performance Product  Specifics s Single,  full-­‐range  driver  design s One  knob  control  of  power/standby,  volume  and  bass  level s 30-­‐watt,  stereo,  two-­‐way  design s Ported  alignment Accolades “Wow…I  mean  WOW!  First  off  the  sound  is  very  clear  and  detailed.  They  show  their  home  theater  system  roots  by  the  exact  placement  of  sounds   within  the  sound  field…if  you  set  them  far  enough   apart  you  can  pick  out  where  each  instrument  is.  And  the  bass  is  nothing  short of  stunning.” -­‐ Customer  Review  on  Amazon.com   [9/27/2007] “  …  amazing  sounds  and  I  can’t  believe  the  bass  is  pounding  my  room!  This  is  no  joke.  Whenever  I  played  music,  movies  on  my  PC  or  playing  games,   I’m  still  amazed  where  the  bass  is  coming  from  and  the  richness  of  sound  is  totally  awesome.  Now  I’m  investing  in  a  home  theater made  by  Klipsch.”   -­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [8/18/2007]
  • 41. Synergy  Sub-­‐10  &  Sub-­‐12 Home  Theater  Subwoofers Sub-­‐10 Sound  &  Image  2008  Home  Theater   Speaker  System  of  the  Year  ($2000) Goal Deliver  replacement  skus  for  top  selling   subwoofer  line  in  company Outcome Sub-­‐10  and  Sub-­‐12  revenue  increased  over   50%  in  first  year  of  production  and  over  90%   over  a  two  year  period Accolades “The  Sub-­‐12  is  one  of  the  few  budget  subs  that  can  rattle  my  walls.”   -­‐ Vince  Hanada,  The  Perfect  Vision  [1/1/2008] “That  subwoofer  is  a  beast:  if  you  like  your  bass  to  shake  your  room,  this  may  be  your  sub…  On  music  and,  especially  movies,  the sub  adds  a   wonderful  kick,  whether  it  be  bass  guitars  or  exploding  planets.” -­‐ Jim  Bray,  Technofile.com  [10/1/2006] Product  Specifics s 10”  and  12”  down-­‐firing  active  subwoofers s Rear-­‐ported  alignments s Industrial  design  to  compliment  Synergy  core  speaker  line
  • 42. Quintet  III Five-­‐Channel  Home  Theater  Speaker  System Goal Improve  upon  the  leading  multi-­‐channel   passive  home  theater  system  at  mass  retail Outcome Quintet  revenue  increased  over  70%  in  first   year  of  production  and  over  180%  over  a   two  year  period Sound  &  Image  2008  Home  Theater   Speaker  System  of  the  Year  ($2000) Product  Specifics s 3.5”  long-­‐throw  woofer  systems s 0.75”  aluminum  tweeters  in  60x90  Tractrix  horns s Articulating  pedestal  base  to  allow  for  simple  wall  mounting s Ported  alignment s Industrial  design  to  compliment  Synergy  core  speaker  line Accolades “We  experienced  a  very  dynamic  sound  that  was  as  effortless  as  it  was  impressive…  We  think  you'll  be  surprised  at  what  you  hear.” -­‐ Jeff  Lawson,  Audioholics.com  [11/28/2007] “It’s  amazing  how  big  the  Klipsch’s  small  satellites  sound…  Their  treble  has  an  open  quality  and  clarity  that  we  associate  with  much  larger  speakers.” -­‐ Steve  Guttenberg,  CNET.com  [5/1/2006] “Crystal-­‐clear  audio  with  sparkling  highs  and  no  distortion.  Sats  are  compact,  sturdy  and  solidly  built.” -­‐ Christopher  Null,  Wired  [3/1/2006]
  • 43. Synergy  SLX Home  Theater  Satellite  Speaker Goal Create  addition  to  Synergy  line  focused  on  LCR   on-­‐wall  application Outcome The  SLX  featured  innovations  in  wall  bracket   attachment   and  speaker  positioning  as  well  as  port   design  allowing  it  to  be  very  shallow  in  depth  while   maintaining  amazing  performance  and  flexibility Wall  brackets  with   magnetic  positioningProduct  Specifics s Push  button  bracket/speaker  attachment   system s Magnetic  positioning  built  into  speakers  and  brackets s Flared  internal  ports s Industrial  design  to  compliment  Synergy  core  speaker  line s 4.5”  long-­‐throw  woofer  systems s 1.0”  aluminum  tweeters  in  80x80  round  Tractrix  horns  for  vertical  or  horizontal  mounting Accolades “Overall,  the  SLXs  do  a  terrific  job  in  their  primary  role  as  on-­‐wall  speakers  for  video  or  home  theater  use,  and  are  highly  recommended.”   -­‐ Michael  Trei,  Digital  TV  [12/1/2005] “True  to  Klipsch's  four  design  principles,  the  SLXs  did  not  require  the  Denon  receiver  to  be  cranked  on  in  order  to  achieve  veryimpressive   volume  levels  without  apparent  strain,  and,  most  notably,  with  less  compression  than  many  other  speakers  using  small  drivers  and limited   cabinet  space.”   -­‐ Michael  Baker,  HDTV  Etc.  [10/1/2005]
  • 44. Image  X5 In-­‐Ear  Headphones Goal Expand  Image  headphone  line  to  increase  target  consumer  base Outcome Developed  Image  X5  (renaming  original  product  Image  X10)  and  created   a  $100  step  at  retail  from  the  “world’s  smallest  and  lightest  in-­‐ear   headphone”,  the  X10 Product  Specifics s Single,  full-­‐range  armature  design s Machined  aluminum  chassis s Patent-­‐pending  ear  tip  design  (now  patented) s Ergonomic,  comfortable  industrial  design CNet  UK  Editor’s   January  2009 Accolades “...  the  X5s  [are]  some  of  the  most  secure  and  comfortable  earbuds  we've  ever  stuck  in  our  ears…  Thanks  to  the  well-­‐designed  eartips,  the  Klipsch   Image  X5  earphones  offer  great  sound  isolation…  Music  sounds  exceptionally  clear,  balanced,  and  enveloping,  with  warm  mids  and  tight  bass.” -­‐ Jasmine  France,  CNET  [10/10/2008] “Simply  put,  these  are  easily  the  best  in-­‐ear  headphones  I’ve  ever  used…  I  highly  recommend  them,  your  music  won’t  ever  sound  the  same  again...   these  are  worth  every  penny.” -­‐ Devin  Coldewey,  CrunchGear  [11/11/2008] “The  X5s  sound  fantastic  ...  As  for  comfort,  there's  none  better.” -­‐ Gary  Krakow,  TheStreet.com  [7/10/2008]
  • 45. Icon  W Home  Theater  Components Goal Expand  the  Icon  family  by  creating  a  line  of  real  wood   veneer  products  with  high-­‐end  esthetics Outcome Launched  quick  turn  program  into  Magnolia  Home   Theater  (within  Best  Buy).  Icon  W  moved  brand  offerings   into  a  more  design-­‐centric  and  visually  appealing  light   while  maintaining  brand  sonic  characteristics. Product  Specifics s Real  wood  veneer  cabinets  in  two  finishes   (cabernet  and  espresso) s Magnetically  attaching  grills s Clean  speaker  baffles  with  no  visible  fasteners s XT  Horn  design  for  even  output  and  response across  the  entire  coverage  pattern Accolades “I  previously  owned  the  Klipsch  Reference  towers  and  replaced  them  with  these  and  let  me  tell  you  they'll  blow  you  away.  Just like  all  the   better  Klipsch  speakers  (reference,  icon)  the  sound  quality  and  clarity  are  amazing…  these  towers  are  perfect.  When  I  listen  to  music  on   stereo  mode  (2  channels)  the  music  comes  to  life,  I  love  the  way  concerts  sound  on  these,  it  feels  like  you’re  there.” -­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [9/10/2008] Line WF-­‐35 Floorstander  (shown) WF-­‐34 Floorstander WB-­‐14 Bookshelf WC-­‐24 Center  Channel WS-­‐24 Surround  Channel
  • 46. Icon  V Home  Theater  Components Goal Replace  the  number  one  speaker  line  at  mass   retail  with  more  visually  appealing  products   without  sacrificing  performance Outcome Triple  driver  tower  designs  and  new  industrial   design  with  real  wood  veneer  top  cap  delivered   improved  style  and  acoustics Product  Specifics s Real  wood  veneer  top  caps s Vinyl  covered  MDF  cabinets s XT  Horn  design  for  even  output  and  response   across  the  entire  coverage  pattern Accolades “When  I  heard  them  next  to  their  classmates  they  blew  me  away…  I  hear  sounds  and  effects  I  have  not  heard  before,  it  is  a  brand  new   experience  listening  to  high  quality  audio.  If  you  like  precise  highs,  clear  mid-­‐range  and  booming  bass  ,  I  recommend  these  Klipsch  VF-­‐35  Icons!” -­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [11/15/2008] “I  just  bought  the  Klipsch  Icon  VF-­‐35  speakers  a  few  weeks  ago,  and  WOW!  They  are  amazing!  They  produce  clear,  precise  sound…  they  make   music  and  movies  alike  sound  great.  I  was  very  impressed  with  the  quality  of  the  highs.  The  lows  are  equally  impressive  as  well. After   experiencing  Klipsch  audio,  I  will  be  upgrading  my  entire  home  theater  system  to  Klipsch  speakers.” -­‐ Customer  Review  on  Bestbuy.com  [10/31/2008] Line VF-­‐36 Floorstander  (shown) VF-­‐35 Floorstander VB-­‐15 Bookshelf VC-­‐25 Center  Channel VS-­‐14 Surround  Channel