"FPS, Inc. is a Japanese loudspeaker company specializing in flat panel technology. The company manufactures Multi Cell Micro Array (MCMA) transducer technology which incorporate dozens of powerful, Neodymium magnets aligned on a slender template, above which a thin, high-temperature film diaphragm is suspended parallel to the surface of the magnets. On the surface of the diaphragm are conductive, spiral voice coil circuits, enabling a high degree of magnetic coupling - and hence low distortion. While FPS enjoys a solid reputation in professional audio, their newly emerging consumer product lines, including the new personal backpack audio system, are based on these innovative core technologies.
The FPS Personal Backpack Audio System is a tough, lightweight backpack that employs a pair of patented, water-resistant MCMA flat panel loudspeakers, a micro-digital amplifier, battery case and power/volume control all sewn into the pack's various compartments. The wearer simply plugs a CD, MD or MP3 into the system and the entire backpack becomes one mobile sound source.
Forget filling backpacks with books, workout gear or laptops. Today's savvy trendsetters are filling their backpacks with a fresh, new sound. Thanks to the all-new FPS Personal Backpack Audio System, music fans on the go are using their backpacks to crank up the volume and express themselves in a whole new way. All without losing touch with the sounds of the environment around them....
The FPS Personal Backpack Audio System is expected to retail for $60.00 to $90.00 depending on the quality and configuration of the backpack. It is currently available in six styles and two color schemes. Customized logos or colors are also available. In addition, the MCMA flat panel speakers are available in both a 2x2 model (4 watts) and a 2x4 model (10 watts)." [ePulse, via MetaFilter]
On the one hand, I don't like the idea of being surrounded by even more noise in the outside world. On the other hand, I'm surprised the backpack doesn't have a wireless connection to the internet for streaming sound. The kids would absolutely love this. I can envision them listening to music up at the bus stop....
Monday, January 06, 2003
