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Contact: Neilson/Clyne

Tel: (615) 662-1616

Fax: (615) 662-1636

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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AUDIO-TECHNICA HONORS ALDRIDGE MARKETING

WITH PRESIDENT’S AWARD

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NAMM SUMMER SESSION, INDIANAPOLIS, IN, July 22, 2005 — Audio-Technica is pleased to announce that Austin, TX-based Aldridge Marketing has been presented with A-T’s prestigious President’s Award. The announcement was made by Marc Lee Shannon,

Audio-Technica Vice President, Sales.

Aldridge Marketing principal Randall Aldridge accepted the President’s Award, which recognizes a leading manufacturer’s representative for outstanding commitment and dedication during the Audio-Technica 2004/2005 fiscal year. The firm is responsible for the territories of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. The award was given in a June 8 ceremony held at the Bella Luna Restaurant in Las Vegas, concurrent with this year’s InfoComm Expo.

Regarding Aldridge Marketing’s receipt of the President’s Award, Marc Lee Shannon stated, “A-T has the finest family of reps in our business, and this past year Aldridge has especially shined; they use their remarkable knowledge and experience to provide truly tailored service and support. Their genuinely personal approach continues to have a tremendous impact in this industry.”

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Photo Caption: Audio-Technica presents Aldridge Marketing with A-T’s President’s Award. Shown from left to right:

Marc Lee Shannon, Audio-Technica Vice President, Sales

Glenn Roop, Audio-Technica Director, Professional Product Sales

Chris Martin, Aldridge Marketing Sales Representative

Randall Aldridge, Aldridge Marketing Principal

David Marsh, Audio-Technica Territory Manager, Professional Products

Mike Butler, Aldridge Marketing Sales Representative

Philip Cajka, Audio-Technica President and CEO

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Celebrating over 40 years of audio excellence worldwide, Audio-Technica is a leading innovator in transducer technology, renowned for the design and manufacture of microphones, wireless microphones, headphones, mixers, and electronics for the audio industry.

—For more information on the complete range of Audio-Technica products, contact

Karen Emerson, Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, OH 44224.

Tel: (330) 686-2600; Fax: (330) 688-3752; Web: www.audio-technica.com

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Audio-Technica is exhibiting at Booth #1011 during the 2005 NAMM Summer Session in Indianapolis, IN.

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