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BIAS PRODUCT LINE NOW UPDATED FOR LATEST APPLE OS — MAC OS X v10.2.3 JAGUAR

Entire line of Mac OS X-Native Pro Audio Software Includes Peak 3.2, Deck 3.5.1, Vbox 1.2, SuperFreq 1.1, and new SoundSoap Audio Restoration Software

Anaheim, CA • January 15, 2003 • NAMM Convention Booth #6525 • BIAS, Inc. announced today that its entire line of pro audio production software is fully compliant with Mac OS X version 10.2.3 Jaguar — Apple's latest update of it's ultra-modern operating system.

"We're excited to announce new updates of our products that take advantage of the latest version of Apple's latest operating system", said Steve Berkley, CEO and president of BIAS, Inc.

"Mac OS X version 10.2.3 Jaguar brings tremendous improvements to an already great operating system and we're excited to announce that our products work great with the latest OS update. BIAS has been one of the first pro audio companies committed to bringing pro audio applications to OS X, and our latest product updates show that we continue to be committed to making audio on OS X a stellar user experience."

BIAS established itself early on as a leading developer of Mac OS X-native audio software with the release of Peak DV 3.0 (the digital video edition of the award-winning digital audio editing application) in November 2001, the first commercially available pro audio application available for Mac OS X.

First Surround DAW for Mac OS X

Since June 26th 2002, BIAS has been shipping Deck 3.5 — the first OMF compatible and 5.1 surround capable digital audio workstation software for Mac OS X. BIAS Deck 3.5.1 just received 4 out of 5 mice in the latest February issue of MacWorld and is critically acclaimed as an amazingly powerful, affordable, and intuitive multi-track recording and mixing application for the Mac.

Entire Product Line Now Updated for Mac OS X version 10.2.3 Jaguar

BIAS is now shipping Peak 3.2, Deck 3.5.1, SoundSoap 1.0, Vbox 1.2, and SuperFreq 1.1(download only) — all of which are fully compliant with the latest update to OS X — version 10.2.3 Jaguar.

Mac OS X v10.2.3 Jaguar adds many improvements for use with audio software and audio hardware — particularly USB audio hardware — and all BIAS products now benefit from these enhancements.

BIAS was the first pro audio software company to bring it's entire product line to Mac OS X on July 17th of 2002.

Others Follow

While BIAS has been a leading supporter Mac OS X since November 14th of 2001, more companies are following suit and announcing their products' compatibility with OS X.

"We're absolutely thrilled to see more products coming to Mac OS X. Many of our customers were forced to switch between Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X in order to work since many of their applications or plug-ins weren't Mac OS X compatible. With Digidesign, Emagic, Steinberg, Propellerheads, Waves, and others all on board with OS X, we're confident our users will find audio on OS X is ready for prime time", said Jason Davies, VP Worldwide Sales for BIAS.

"Waves is very excited to bring our professional level VST plug-ins to the Mac OS X platform. Waves plug-ins combined with the industry standard audio editor, BIAS Peak 3.2 on Mac OS X, represent the very best in stereo editing, processing, and mastering on the Mac. Now, the entire BIAS product line including Deck 3.5 and Vbox 1.2 can take advantage of Waves plug-ins when running on Mac OS X", said Gilad Keren, President and CEO of Waves.

Pricing and Availability

Peak 3.2, Deck 3.5.1, SoundSoap 1.0, Vbox 1.2 are available now through the worldwide network of authorized BIAS dealers and distributors.

Peak has a suggested retail price of US $499.00, Deck has a suggested retail price of US$399.00, SoundSoap has an introductory suggested retail price of US $99.00, Vbox has a suggested retail price of US$99, and SuperFreq is available as a download from the BIAS web site for $79 — upgrade pricing is also available for users of Freq (4-band EQ included with Deck 3.5 and Peak 3).

BIAS offers entry-level editions of Peak and Deck, Peak LE and Deck LE, each for US $99.00. Bundle editions are also available, including a professional edition, BIAS Studio (Peak, Deck and Vbox) for SRP US $799) and BIAS Studio LE (Peak LE and Deck LE) for SRP US $179) Visit the BIAS Website for complete details on upgrade options and pricing.

About BIAS

Berkley Integrated Audio Software, Inc. ("BIAS"), a privately held corporation based in Petaluma, California, is an established leader in cutting-edge audio software technology. BIAS's award-winning product line, which it holds under worldwide exclusive license from Marin Audio Technology, LLC, and which currently includes iProRecorder, Peak Pro XT, Peak Pro, Peak LE, Deck, Deck LE, Master Perfection Suite, SoundSoap, and SoundSoap Pro, can be heard on numerous hit recordings, Hollywood and independent feature films, television productions, websites, video games, and other productions. BIAS, founded in 1996, is dedicated to crafting powerful, innovative tools for audio, video, and film professionals, as well as musicians, composers, multimedia developers, and Internet authors.

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