Griffin Technology has just unveiled a new product that would make all Mac users happy. Called FireWave, it's a small device that capable of producing surround sound audio. Simply connect it to your Mac computer via its FireWire port and instantly enjoy the full 5.1-channel sound system, thanks to the incorporated Dolby Digital Decoding processor. No external power adapter required and FireWave even comes with a FireWire 400 pass-through port which allows you to add additional FireWire devices. This cinematic sound solution ca purchased directly at Griffin's website for $99.

FireWave Surround Sound Audio Engine Specifications

• Audio Ports: 3 - 1/8″ (3.5mm) stereo minijacks (Left/Right, Center/Subwoofer, Left Surround/Right Surround)
• FireWire Ports: 2
• Supported Audio Formats: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II
• Additional audio configurations are supported through Mac OS X's Audio MIDI Setup utility
• Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz
• Line-out voltage: 2Vpp
• Size: 132mm (5.20”) wide x 77mm (2.83”) deep x 25mm (0.98”) tall

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