XBOX-HQ.COM - Xbox 5.1 Branded Speakers In The Works

The Xbox 5.1 promises to be the first of its kind, setting a new "reference standard" in video game audio. The speaker system is a multimedia audio platform created for use as a game audio and home theater solution, consisting of a 5.1 speaker system with Apogee's DDX digital power amplification, surround sound processing, multiple audio inputs and networking capability. The 300 watt (RMS) amplifier drives 5 identical OMNIPOLAR satellite speakers and an 8" Subwoofer. The speaker design is based on API's patented Mirage OMNIPOLAR technology, which disperses sound in a 360 degree figure eight pattern, to create the most realistic immersive experience for gaming, movies and music playback.

Four independent audio inputs (3 Digital and 1 Analog) allow simultaneous compatibility with multiple source formats including all gaming consoles, DVD and CD players, Satellite TV, compressed audio (MP3/WMA), PC, and Internet radio.

Xbox 5.1 is also the first audio system to feature MaxBass from Waves Ltd. MaxBass works by psycho acoustically extending the lower end of bass frequency response up to one-and-a-half octaves delivering deeper, richer, more natural bass.