Cambridge SoundWorks PlayDock PD200 and NOMAD
Jukebox Part of New Breed of Digital Stereo Systems
PlayDock PD200 Speaker System Begins Shipping for NOMAD Jukebox Line

NEWTON, MA — April 17, 2001 — Cambridge SoundWorks®, a multi-channel manufacturer and retailer of home theater, home audio and multimedia products, today announced shipment of the Cambridge SoundWorks' PlayDock? PD200 speaker system. The PlayDock PD200, when combined with the NOMAD® Jukebox creates one of the first digital stereo systems on the market. It enables consumers to transfer their digital music collections into a compact, transportable stereo system. The PlayDock PD200 was developed exclusively for Creative's NOMAD Jukebox, including the new NOMAD Jukebox C. The speaker system will retail for $199.99. See http://www.cambridgesoundworks.com. Cambridge SoundWorks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Creative Technology, Ltd (Nasdaq: CREAF).

"As more and more consumers embrace digital audio formats, we wanted to introduce a sound system that would let them transform their personal, digital music collections into a portable, group-oriented system," said Michael Sullivan, president of Cambridge SoundWorks. "The PlayDock PD200 and the NOMAD Jukebox is part of a new breed of audio solutions - digital stereo systems - that will expand as a result of the growing demand and interest in digital audio."

A "glove" securely attaches the NOMAD Jukebox to the top of the PD200. The digital stereo can then be easily carried from one location to another. The PlayDock PD200 houses three speakers - left and right main speakers plus an extra bass speaker for wide-range sound. With the NOMAD Jukebox in place, the rechargeable battery housed inside the PD200 offers approximately ten hours of music. The PD200 also comes with an AC adapter that will simultaneously recharge the NOMAD Jukebox and the PlayDock PD200 when connected.

Consumers can find more information on the PlayDock PD200 at www.cambridgesoundworks.com, by calling 1-800-FOR-HIFI or by visiting Cambridge SoundWorks retail locations.

For more information on audio/video products, visit www.cambridgesoundworks.com or call 1-800-FOR-HIFI .

About Cambridge SoundWorks
Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. manufactures over 60 different models of home stereo, home theater, multimedia speakers and assorted electronics products. It is the country's largest factory-direct stereo and home theater manufacturer, selling its award-winning stereo speaker products and sound systems, as well as other brands of high-performance audio and video products via its multiple channels. This includes its retail locations, online via its Internet-arm www.cambridgesoundworks.com, and via its branded cambridgesoundworks.com catalog and Call Center operation at 800-FOR-HIFI . Information on Cambridge SoundWorks' products is also available at www.cambridgesoundworks.com.

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his announcement relates to products launched in the United States of America. The product names, contents, prices and availability are subject to change and may differ elsewhere in the world according to local factors and requirements.

Cambridge SoundWorks and PlayDock are registered trademarks of Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. NOMAD is a registered trademark of Aonix and is used by Creative Technology Ltd. and/or its affiliates under license. All other brand names and products mentioned herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners and are hereby recognized as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Maria Cataldo Cambridge SoundWorks 978-623-4400 x272 mcataldo@cambridgesoundworks.com