Phoenix Audio Technologies Partners With Spire Global, Sony Videoconferencing's U.S. Sales and Support Arm, to Fuel Growth in North America
Phoenix Audio Technologies signs Spire Global to carry its line of high definition audio and audio for video communications products in North America in conjunction with the Sony Videoconferencing product line.

GREAT NECK, N.Y., Jan. 29 /PRNewswire/ - Phoenix Audio Technologies, the high definition audio and audio for video communications company, today announced a strategic partnership with Spire Global, Sony's Sales, Marketing and Support Arm in the U.S. Spire Global will now extend its market reach by bundling Phoenix's high definition portable audio products with Sony's portfolio of high quality video conferencing products in an effort to provide a unique audio and video solution to both companies' customers in the U.S.

"Our relationship with Phoenix Audio Technologies enables Spire Global to quickly enter the high definition audio and audio for video markets in North America," said Joseph Sorrentino, Sr. Vice President of Spire Global. "The Phoenix products are a great compliment to our video conferencing line, and, bundled with our high-quality Sony Videoconferencing products, they will enhance the audio capabilities and flexibility that we can provide to our customers. The Phoenix products are versatile and can be used as single units or multiple units in unique room configurations where both video and audio are required -- and with no compromises. We now have the opportunity to deliver to our customers the latest, best-in-class technology in audio and audio for video communications," said Sorrentino.

Phoenix Audio Technologies is the first and only company to deliver high definition portable audio and audio for video communications products that are capable of being daisy-chained in an unlimited string. This provides for total coverage and flexibility in a conference room environment. The Phoenix Audio Technologies suite of products consists of the Duet, Solo, Soho, and the new mid- to large-room solution, Quattro. Phoenix Audio Technologies is able to provide individuals and organizations of all sizes a high-quality, high-performance, scalable, and cost-effective solution for a natural audio and audio for video communications experience.

"In order to expand our business in North America we were looking for a dedicated, proactive partner with the experience and personnel to represent our product offering in this growing market. Our high definition audio and audio for video communications products offer a much more lifelike and natural experience than standard, old technology products offered at comparable price points by implementing our significant advancements in acoustical algorithms. Combined with the strength of the Sony Videoconferencing technology, we will be able to provide a valuable solution to our customers. We are confident in Spire Global's experience and high-caliber team to help Phoenix Audio Technologies penetrate key markets and expand our business in North America. This is a truly a win-win relationship for both companies," said Dan Marchetto, Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Phoenix Audio Technologies.
About Spire Global

Spire Global, headquartered in Van Nuys, California is the exclusive US Sales, Marketing and Support arm for Sony's IPELA(R) line of IP-based video conferencing endpoints and accessory products. Spire Global is an independently-owned company founded by Video and Audio Industry Veterans in August of 2006 and sells within the 48 contiguous United States and Alaska. Visit the Company at http://www.spireglobal.com or contact Jeremy Johnson, 1-818-574-7460.
About Phoenix Audio Technologies

Phoenix Audio Technologies is the first and only company to develop and deliver portable high definition audio communications products with unlimited daisy chain capability. Founded in 2004 by audio engineering veterans, Phoenix Audio Technologies solutions combine exceptional quality, intuitive use, and ease of installation, to make audio and audio for video communications a productive, enjoyable meeting experience. Phoenix Audio Technologies is headquartered in Great Neck, NY, with distribution partners worldwide.