Sydney, Australia – 24 October 2012 – Creative Technology Ltd today announced the availability of four new headsets that deliver cutting edge design and superior sound quality for discerning consumers.

“Whether you’re an Apple iOS user, an Android fanatic or prefer to communicate using a laptop, Creative’s versatile range of quality headsets has something for everyone,” said Lorant Corba, Australia and New Zealand Country Manager at Creative.

“Quality sound brings interactive digital experiences to life and our new range offers crystal clear reproduction while blocking out distracting ambient noise.”

The four in-ear headsets offer precise noise isolation with convenient inline controls and microphone, coupled with soft versatile silicone eartips for comfort during extended use.

Creative HS-930i2
With a sleek aluminium housing and stylish travel pouch, this in-ear headset is for those who value precision design. The tiny 6mm drivers allow the earphones to be positioned closer to the eardrums to deliver clearer sound with a full dynamic range. It is “Made for iPod, iPhone and iPad” certified by Apple.

Technical Specifications
– True-to-life reproduction from 6mm Neodymium micro drivers
– Headset can be worn either hanging down or looping around the back of the ears
– In-ear design cuts out ambient noise
– Frequency Response of 20Hz to 20kHz
– Powerful 106dB/mW sensitivity, low 16ohms impedance
– Inline volume/playback controls with omni-directional microphone
– S, M, L size soft silicone eartips
– 3.5mm 4-pole gold-plated plug
– Includes travel pouch

Creative HS-660i2
Designed to be the perfect partner for your iPod, iPhone or iPad, this in-ear headset with soft silicone eartips (three sizes) are guaranteed to fit snugly in your ear while delivering crisp, clear sounds and deep bass. It is “Made for iPod, iPhone and iPad” certified by Apple.

Technical Specifications
– Unique tilt-pipe acoustic chamber
– High-performance 9mm Neodymium magnet drivers
– Extended 6Hz to 23kHz frequency response range
– Powerful 106dB/mW sensitivity, low 16ohms impedance
– Inline volume/playback controls with omni-directional microphone
– S, M, L size soft silicone eartips
– 3.5mm 4-pole gold-plated plug

Creative MA930
The complete package – optimised for Android smartphones but also compatible with Apple iOS devices, Creative’s MA930 can also be used for laptop communications (e.g. Skype) via the included computer adaptor. The one-button ergonomic design and tiny micro drivers provide the perfect combination of stellar sound and intuitive design.

Technical Specifications
– Astonishingly clear sound from 6mm Neodymium micro drivers
– Handy computer adaptor splits the microphone input and audio output for laptop use
– Headset can be worn either hanging down or looping around the back of the ears
– Includes travel pouch
– In-ear design cuts out ambient noise
– Frequency Response of 20Hz to 20kHz
– Powerful 106dB/mW sensitivity, low 16ohms impedance
– Inline volume/playback controls with omni-directional microphone
– S, M, L size soft silicone eartips
– 3.5mm 4-pole gold-plated plug

Creative MA330
The only headset you’ll need for all your portable devices, the Creative MA330 is optimised for Android smartphones. Its elegant one-button inline microphone lets you easily play/pause playback and pick up or end calls. An exclusive computer adaptor enables you to use Skype or other communications apps on your laptop as well.

Technical Specifications
– Unique tilt-pipe acoustic chamber
– High-performance 9mm Neodymium magnet drivers
– Extended 6Hz – 23kHz frequency response range
– Powerful 106dB/mW sensitivity, low 16ohms impedance
– Inline volume/playback controls with omni-directional microphone
– S, M, L size soft silicone eartips
– 3.5mm 4-pole gold-plated plug

The four new headsets will all be available from 1 November 2012 from the online store at au.store.creative.com and authorised dealers in Australia. All come with a one-year limited hardware warranty.

For more information about the Creative HS-930i2, Creative HS-660i2, Creative MA330 and Creative MA930, please visit au.creative.com.

Pricing and Availability
Manufacturer: CREATIVE
Product Name, RRP & Availability:
HS-930i2   AU$119.95    NZ$149.99 1 November
HS-660i2   AU$49.95     NZ$69.99 1 November
MA930      AU$119.95    NZ$149.99  1 November
MA330      AU$49.95     NZ$69.99  1 November
Australia Distributors: Altech Computers, Multimedia Technology
New Zealand Distributors: Altech Computers NZ
Website: au.creative.com

About Creative
Creative is a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products. Famous for its Sound Blaster® sound cards and for launching the multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment with cutting edge audio solutions, premium wireless speakers, wireless headphones and portable media devices.  Today, Creative re-invents the Sound Blaster, which has a user base of over 400 million, with its ground-breaking Sound BlasterAxx that aims at the new mobile networked generation by bridging the multi-worlds of the computer, smartphones, and tablets.  Creative’s proprietary technologies, innovative hardware, applications and services leverage the Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment anytime, anywhere.

This announcement relates to products launched in the Asia Pacific. Availability is subject to change without notice and may differ elsewhere in the world according to local factors and requirements. Creative, the Creative logo, Sound Blaster, the Sound Blaster logo, Sound BlasterAxx, and Live! Cam are trademarks or registered trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd in the United States and/or other countries.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.