Studio One’s groundbreaking audio technology and ON Semiconductor’s expertise in audio digital signal processors (DSP) expected to bring the AfterMaster™ experience to the point of delivery
PHOENIX — (BUSINESS WIRE) — April 1, 2014 — Studio One Media, Inc. (OTCQB: SOMD) has entered into an agreement with ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) to develop integrated circuits (ICs) utilizing Studio One’s award-winning AfterMaster™ audio technology and ON Semiconductor’s DSP product development expertise.
The devices are expected to offer an unprecedented level of audio clarity, depth and loudness for consumer electronic devices such as headphones, televisions, sound bars, computers, home and car stereos, tablets and mobile phones. It is expected that the audio ICs will also be used in a broad number of industrial applications, including business phone systems, police and military radios, intercom systems and many other product categories.
“Our agreement with ON Semiconductor is a significant milestone for AfterMaster, as it will expedite the introduction of our technology in consumer electronics products,” said Larry Ryckman, president and CEO of AfterMaster HD Audio Labs, Inc. “ICs embedded with AfterMaster audio technology can offer consumer hardware manufacturers a true breakthrough technology that will deliver markedly superior quality over any other audio technology available in the marketplace.”
“Working with Studio One creates an exciting opportunity for ON Semiconductor to further expand our industry-leading DSP offerings to consumer electronics OEMs,” said Robert Klosterboer, senior vice president and general manager of the Applications Product Group at ON Semiconductor. “Consumers continue to seek higher quality audio experiences as evidenced by the strong growth in high-end (high-performance) audio products. Our proven expertise in algorithm development, along with a strong portfolio of DSPs developed specifically for the audio space, make us a good fit to collaborate with Studio One to become a strong player in this field.”
About AfterMaster
AfterMaster is a groundbreaking audio technology originally developed for the mastering, re-mastering and processing of audio through AfterMaster HD Audio Labs, Inc., a subsidiary of Studio One Media, Inc. AfterMaster delivers an unparalleled clarity, depth and fullness to audio recordings, while delivering a significant increase in volume without increased distortion or loss of dynamic range. The technology has been utilized by a number of leading musicians seeking to create a fuller and richer sound quality than otherwise available in digital audio. For more information, visit http://www.aftermasterhd.com.
About Studio One Media
Studio One Media is a diversified media and technology company with offices in Scottsdale, Arizona and Hollywood, California. Studio One has developed and commercialized a number of award winning, proprietary (patents issued and pending), leading-edge audio and video technologies for professional and consumer use. Studio One has entered into licensing agreements with Sony/ATV Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, EMI Music Publishing, BMG Chrysalis, and strategic relationships with industry leaders such as Mark Burnett Productions, Guitar Center, and Simon Cowell's “The X Factor.” For more information, visit http://www.studioonemedia.com.
About ON Semiconductor
ON Semiconductor is driving energy efficient innovations, empowering customers to reduce global energy use. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy efficient power and signal management, logic, discrete and custom solutions to help design engineers solve their unique design challenges in automotive, communications, computing, consumer, industrial, LED lighting, medical, military/aerospace and power supply applications. ON Semiconductor operates a responsive, reliable, world-class supply chain and quality program, and a network of manufacturing facilities, sales offices and design centers in key markets throughout North America, Europe and the Asia Pacific regions. For more information, visit http://www.onsemi.com.
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