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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah - DigiTech, a leading manufacturer of guitar and bass processors, has chosen QNX Software Systems Co. to provide the realtime operating system for its JamMan Solo, Stereo, and Delay pedals. QNX is known as an industry leader in powering mission-critical applications in a range of devices, including Harman automotive infotainment systems.

QNX is providing its comprehensive software platform for the JamMan line of pedals, giving users increased control and a more varied feature set. The QNX Neutrino Realtime Operating System (RTOS) is a modular, industrial-strength operating system that offers high reliability and fast, predictable response times. Highly scalable, the QNX Neutrino RTOS has a proven track record in everything from television remotes to the Space Shuttle.

"DigiTech, much like our artist base, is deeply committed to innovation and not simply resting on accomplishments. Enabling new levels of functionality and creativity on our pedals is a goal we continually seek to emulate. Now with processing powered by the QNX Neutrino operating system, we can offer higher performance, greater functionality and unsurpassed reliability," stated Rob Urry, president of the Harman Music Group. "With QNX we are putting the same technology that is depended on by organizations such as Audi, Lockheed Martin and NASA into our effect pedals."

QNX technology is highly popular in the automotive infotainment market, where it ships in more than 200 vehicle models. Brands such as Acura, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Infiniti, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota, and Volkswagen now use QNX technology as the software foundation for their digital instrument clusters, handsfree systems, multimedia head units, 3D navigation systems, or rear-seat entertainment products.

The reliability of the QNX Neutrino RTOS comes from its true microkernel architecture, which runs every driver, protocol stack, file system and application in the safety of memory-protected user space, outside the operating system kernel. As a result, individual components can fail and be automatically restarted without affecting other components or the kernel.

DigiTech is a unit of Harman International Industries, Incorporated (www.harman.com).
HARMAN (www.harman.com) designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of audio and infotainment solutions for the automotive, consumer and professional markets - supported by 15 leading brands including AKG , Harman Kardon , Infinity , JBL , Lexicon and Mark Levinson . The Company is admired by audiophiles across multiple generations and supports leading professional entertainers and the venues where they perform. More than 20 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and infotainment systems. HARMAN has a workforce of about 11,000 people across the Americas, Europe and Asia, and reported sales of $3.2 billion for the last twelve months ended March 31, 2010. The Company's shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NYSE:HAR.

QNX and Neutrino are trademarks of QNX Software Systems GmbH & Co. KG, which are registered trademarks and/or used in certain jurisdictions, and are used under license by QNX Software Systems Co. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

The new batch of ES-1 modules is now shipping to customers who placed pre-orders.

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Roland and Musicians Institute are Proud to Announce

The much expected MIDI update is now available! All DJ MIDI controller owners can now enjoy plug and play MIDI compatibility. Just plug in a MIDI DJ controller at any given time and CROSS automatically associates it with the matching mapping on the fly. You can also reconfigure all your controls using the intuitive mapping [...]

Custom Audio Electronics (CAE) is dedicated to providing musicians with the best possible equipment on the market, which is why owner Bob Bradshaw starts every custom pedal board with the DigiTech Whammy Pedal. Celebrating 20 years of success in Los Angeles, CAE continues to provide excellent musical solutions to guitar enthusiasts around the globe.

"The Whammy has been a staple in my custom pedal board setups from the beginning," said Bradshaw. "From its simplistic design to its powerful note-bending ability, the Whammy should always be the starting point for any guitarist, young or old; professional or novice."

Bradshaw, a legendary guitar systems designer, has designed and constructed pedal boards for multiple guitarists in bands including: Green Day, Elton John, U2, Van Halen, Lenny Kravitz, James Taylor, Prince, Motley Crue, Blink 182, Peter Frampton and many others.

"Hearing a Whammy in action is the ultimate treat for fans coming to see their favorite band," continued Bradshaw. "With the pedal, the artists can take their hit songs and completely rework them for an even greater experience. I'm very proud of my work and the Whammy ensures I provide my customers with the greatest sound possible."

Twenty years ago, the Whammy pedal made its debut and to this day continues to support guitarists on stage, in the studio and in jam sessions around the world. To commemorate the past 20 years of success, DigiTech released 2,000 limited edition, chrome-platted, hand-signed Whammy pedals for collectors and musicians alike.

"Harman takes great pride in the DigiTech Whammy pedal, just as Bob takes great pride in his custom pedal boards," said Rob Urry, President of the Harman Music Group. "We are very excited to continue supplying state-of-the-art pedals to musicians through Bob and CAE."

Bill Ruppert unleashes the evolving potential that the new Electro-Harmonix Freeze presents to every musician. Capture the musical moment at the touch of a switch, while providing a landscape of sonic power and mystical tonalities that enhance your most creative instincts.

Please note: Bill will be in the EHX Forums to discuss his sounds, settings, and process. We hope you join us there.

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