THRUSTMASTER ENABLES GAMERS TO LIVE THE SOUND EXPERIENCE:

LONDON, 27th October, 2003 - Thrustmaster announces the two latest entries

in its multi-platform range of accessories: the 5.1 Sound System and 2.1

Sound System. More powerful than the previous speaker kits, these are fully

compatible with all video game consoles - including Playstation 2, Xbox and

GameCube - as well as with PC, DVD players, TV sets and VCRs.

"Following the success of the sound systems we have released to date and in

order to meet the increasing demand from gamers for this type of accessory,

Thrustmaster has created two new high-performance sound solutions that are

even more powerful and more attractive, both in terms of their design and

their price!" states Jocelyn Denis, Product Manager at Thrustmaster.

"Dolby Digital is fast becoming the new standard for games and movies,"

explains Jocelyn Denis. "Surround sound provides stunning sensations which

more and more people are eager to experience when playing games or watching

DVDs - not only on a stand-alone DVD player, but also on PC and consoles.

Thrustmaster's new 5.1 Sound System has been designed to perfectly meet

these consumers' expectations."

Thrustmaster's new 5.1 Sound System, which brings the most competitive price

on the market, has been created with design in mind. Even more sleek and

stylish than its predecessor, this attractive system perfectly complements

any room. The 5.1 Sound System is a premium speaker kit that delivers the

finest and most powerful sound, adding a whole new dimension to games and

DVDs and bringing them to life.

Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic certified, the 5.1 Sound System features a

Dolby Digital decoder integrated into its wooden subwoofer, five

high-quality satellite speakers, a set of audio cables and an infrared

remote control.

The Dolby Digital decoder automatically detects and identifies the sound

signals it receives: stereo, Dolby Surround (PS one, PlayStation 2), Pro

Logic (GameCube) or Dolby Digital (Xbox, some PS2 games, DVDs).

At 30 Watts RMS wooden subwoofer provides impressive low frequency effects

for sounds such as explosions, while its five independent 10 Watts RMS

satellite speakers enhance 3D effects in games and movies. Now hear the

enemies approaching from behind or driving by on either side! Each satellite

speaker can be fixed to the wall and includes independent swiveling

tweeters, with treble and bass controls for customizable sound.

The infrared remote control provides users with complete control over the

entire system - including each speaker's volume - from the comfort of a

couch or chair.

Surrounded by the power of Thrustmaster's 5.1 Sound System, you simply won't

believe your ears!

Thrustmaster is also pleased to present its 2.1 Sound System: with 50 Watts

of total output power and a suggested retail price of just EUR49.99, it is

perfect for those in search of a high-quality, truly affordable sound

solution.

2.1 Sound System is compatible with all three leading video game consoles on

the market - PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube - as well as PC and all DVD

players. The system includes a 30 Watt wooden subwoofer for enhanced bass

reproduction and a pair of powerful speakers with independent swiveling

tweeters, as well as treble and bass controls and a 3D feature for

incredibly realistic sound effects in games and movies.

Availability

5.1 Sound System and 2.1 Sound System will be available from September 2003

at recommended retail prices of EUR179.00 and EUR49.99, respectively.