Cambridge SoundWorks Introduces SoundWorks Radio CD - Big Sound from a Small Radio -
SoundWorks Radio CD Offers Unique Features Including Built-in Subwoofer, MP3 Playback Capability, and Slot-Load CD

ANDOVER, MA, September 3, 2003 - With the introduction of its SoundWorks Radio™ CD, Cambridge SoundWorks® has designed a high performance table radio unlike any other on the market. The feature-packed SoundWorks Radio CD (U.S. $399.99) will begin shipping in September. According to the company's design engineers, the SoundWorks Radio CD is essentially a stereo system in the form of a table radio. Like larger component stereo systems, the SoundWorks Radio CD features a built-in powered subwoofer. The result is rich, deep bass response from a small box. Cambridge SoundWorks, a manufacturer and retailer of home-theater, home-audio and multimedia products, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Creative Technology Ltd (Nasdaq: CREAF).

The SoundWorks Radio CD can decode and play MP3 files on CD-ROM. This basically turns the Radio CD into the equivalent of an eight CD changer, allowing users to enjoy hours of uninterrupted music from a single CD-ROM. The radio's support of RDS™ (Radio Data Service) lets users see up-to-the-minute text broadcasts from supporting FM stations, such as the title of the song currently being played.

"There's simply no other table radio that offers the features and functionality that we've packed into our new SoundWorks Radio CD," said Michael Sullivan, president of Cambridge SoundWorks. "When we designed the SoundWorks Radio CD, we were looking to raise the bar even higher for the category. What we've introduced is a radio that pumps out a lot of power - not only terms of sound, but also incredible features like MP3 playback - all from a small box. And, staying true to Cambridge SoundWorks' heritage, we've done this all at an affordable price."

A Stereo System in the Form of a Table Radio
The SoundWorks Radio CD uses high accuracy main speakers powered by a specially contoured amplifier to produce rich, life-like sound. Unlike other premium radios that provide only one speaker per channel, the SoundWorks Radio CD uses an extra speaker (the powered subwoofer) to produce great bass.

MP3 Functionality Turns Radio into 8-Disc CD-Changer
The SoundWorks Radio CD's ability to decode and playback MP3 audio files on a CD-ROM will appeal to computer-savvy music lovers using a PC with a sound card such as Creative's SoundBlaster® series. Users can rip seven to eight audio CDs to separate folders on a CD-ROM. The SoundWorks Radio CD's folder selection function treats each folder like an individual audio CD. It also supports random play across folders on a CD-ROM.

Additional Features and Functionality
Designed to mirror the look of the company's high-end Newton Series™ loudspeakers, the SoundWorks Radio CD is stylish and functional. One of its best features is the motorized slot-load CD mechanism, which is based on the design of high-end car CD players. Compared to tray-load or top-load mechanisms, the slot-load feature is easier to use and requires no extra "dead" space above or in front of the radio to insert a disc.

The SoundWorks Radio CD's credit-card sized remote control duplicates all front-panel functions, including storing station presets and selecting the functions of the two independent wakeup alarms.

The SoundWorks Radio CD's display panel consists of 32 large, backlit text characters which shows the time, RDS station information, and CD and MP3 title information (when available). The display makes it easy for the user to walk through radio functions, such as setting the radio's two wakeup settings. All of the SoundWorks Radio CD's secondary features can also be adjusted through the JOG button's menu of adjustments: bass, treble, stereo modes, loudness, dual alarms and text modes. JOG menu and alarm feature adjustment is available in a choice of 5 languages (English, French, German, Spanish or Italian).

A superb FM stereo tuner and clean AM reproduction are supported by twenty-four radio station presets. The FM stereo tuner features sixteen FM station presets, while the AM tuner offers eight direct access preset buttons, which can also be programmed using the remote control. The SoundWorks Radio CD offers a convenient front panel auxiliary input, along with a headphone jack and rear panel auxiliary input.

The SoundWorks Radio CD features two independent alarms that play music or a "tone" sound. Alarm activation, sleep delay and snooze options are easily controlled from the palm-sized remote control. The clock features a built-in backup battery, so a power outage will not affect timekeeping accuracy. A "sleep" mode turns the radio sound off after a user-adjustable 15 to 120 minute interval. The display automatically adjusts its brightness to suit the ambient lighting.

Pricing and Availability
The SoundWorks Radio CD retails for $399.99. It is available in black or ivory, and can be purchased directly at Cambridge SoundWorks' retail locations, on the Internet at www.cambridgesoundworks.com or by calling 1-800-FOR-HIFI , and is also available through select retailers throughout the country.

About Cambridge SoundWorks
Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. manufactures over 70 different models of home-stereo, home-theater, multimedia speakers and assorted electronics products. It sells its award-winning stereo speaker products and sound systems, as well as other brands of high-performance audio and video products direct to the consumer through its retail stores, online at www.cambridgesoundworks.com, and through its catalog and Call Center operation at 1-800-FOR-HIFI . Cambridge SoundWorks has partnerships with some of the country's leading consumer electronics retailers where its products are also sold, including Fry's Electronics, J&R Music and Computer World and Amazon.com. Cambridge SoundWorks products are also sold globally via parent company, Creative Technology Ltd., the worldwide leader in digital entertainment products for PC users.

About Creative
Creative (Nasdaq: CREAF) is the worldwide leader in digital entertainment products for users of the personal computer and the Internet. Famous for its Sound Blaster® sound cards and for launching the multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment on the PC platform with products like its highly acclaimed NOMAD Jukebox. Creative's innovative hardware, proprietary technology, applications and services leverage the Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment -- anytime, anywhere.

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This 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, MicroWorks and Newton Series are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cambridge SoundWorks, Inc. or Creative Technology Ltd in the United States and/or other countries. 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