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BIAS ANNOUNCES PEAK 4.1 — INCLUDES ROXIO JAM FOR MAC OS X AND SFX MACHINE LT

Pro mastering, CD burning and special effects software to be bundled with the world's most popular stereo audio recording, editing, processing, and mastering software for Mac OS X

Anaheim, CA • January 15, 2004 • NAMM Expo • Booth #6225 • BIAS Inc. today announced that Peak 4.1 will include Roxio Jam — the professional Redbook standard CD burning software for Mac OS X — and SFX Machine LT, a limited edition of the popular multi-effects sound design plug-in. The inclusion of Jam with Peak, creates a complete solution for stereo recording, editing, processing, and mastering. The addition of SFX Machine Lite adds additional sound design features to Peak's robust DSP arsenal.

The Complete Mastering Solution For Mac OS X

While Peak 4 currently integrates CD burning that conforms to the Redbook standards for playback in any CD player, Mac audio professionals requiring full access to the Redbook spec to create pre-glass masters for mass commercial replication, have previously either depended on OS 9 solutions — or Roxio Jam on Mac OS X.

"BIAS is thrilled to offer Jam with Peak 4.1", said Jason Davies, VP Worldwide Sales for BIAS. "Now our customers will have everything they need for the entire pro audio mastering process — from stereo recording to commercial reproduction-ready CD. The fact that all Peak 4.1 users will have Jam at no additional charge, is nothing short of stellar".

Peak and Jam Integration

Peak offers professional stereo audio editing and processing capabilities along with support for most popular audio formats, including Jam Image. Customers can easily create regions and playlists within Peak, then save them as Jam Images for easy burning with Jam. In turn, Jam features the ability to launch Peak as an external audio editor. This integration offers an easy and flexible workflow between both applications. The addition of Jam to Peak enables users to include track indexes, track names, ISRC codes (International Standard Recording Code), and additional information necessary for the production of commercial replication-ready CDs.

Peak for Sound Design — More DSP with SFX Machine LT

Peak is used by countless industry leaders for professional sound design and loop creation. Companies such as PowerFX, for example, depend on Peak's onboard DSP, batch processing, looping tools and precise sample editing capabilities to produce their loop libraries.

"From our first audio sample CDs to our loop libraries for Apple's SoundTrack and GarageBand, Peak has been an integral part of our production process", said Frank Sanderson of PowerFX. "We've also used it to edit & prepare nearly all of the 40,000 sound files in our online database. The power, tools & flexibility offered by Peak are unsurpassed by any other Mac audio editing software."

Peak 4 added loads of additional processing with features such as ImpulseVerb — a powerful convolution based reverb that includes over 250 MB of sampled room environments ranging from exotic cathedrals and other spaces from various locations around the world — Harmonic Rotate, Vbox multi-effects matrix, Sqweez compressor/limiter, Freq 4 band paragraphic EQ, and 25 additional VST effects. In addition, Peak 4 added support for Audio Units, giving sound designers virtually unlimited processing options. The addition of SFX Machine LT adds even more sound design power by including 21 appropriately named presets such as Multi-Vox 3, RoboTalk, BackwardsFragment 5, Jimi Echo, Triggered Wah+Dist, and more. A popular "Randomize" feature is also included and customers may upgrade to the full edition of SFX Machine at a discount by selecting the upgrade link within the plug-in. Combining SFX Machine LT with Peak's already impressive DSP toolset will be a substantial benefit to both serious sound designers and casual users alike.

Pricing and Availability

Peak 4.1 will be available Q1 2004 through the BIAS Worldwide Network of Dealers and Distributors for a SRP of US $499. Customers purchasing Peak 4 after Jan. 1st 2004 will be entitled to a free downloadable upgrade or may optionally order an upgrade CD for $19 US plus shipping and handling. Pre-existing Peak 4 users may order the upgrade on CD for $19 US plus shipping and handling. Upgrades to Peak 4.1 from version 3.2.1 and earlier will be $149 US plus shipping and handling. For additional product information and upgrade pricing, or to download screen shots, visit the BIAS Website at www.bias-inc.com.

About BIAS

BIAS, Inc., a privately held corporation based in Petaluma, California, is an established leader in cutting-edge audio software technology. BIAS' award-winning product line — which currently includes Peak Pro XT, Peak Pro, Peak LE, Deck, Deck LE, Master Perfection Suite, SoundSoap, and SoundSoap Pro — can be heard on numerous hit recordings, Hollywood and independent feature films, television productions, websites, video games, and other productions. BIAS, founded in 1994 as Berkley Integrated Audio Software Inc, is dedicated to crafting powerful, innovative tools for audio, video, and film professionals, as well as musicians, composers, multimedia developers, and Internet authors.

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