MSI Unveils World's First All-in-One PC with High-End Audio

MSI announced the new Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi, an all-in-one PC that offers high-end audio. The Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi features SRS Surround Sound technology as well as MSI's Premium Sound Technology. According to MSI, this combination of technologies produces more authentic sound that resembles the professional-grade acoustic fidelity preferred by audio enthusiasts.

MSI touts the AE2220 Hi-Fi as the first in the industry to have full-range, right/left channel 5W hi-fi speakers. This all-in-one also features noise canceling technology to help reduce unwanted speaker noise. In order to provide a range of professional-grade audio quality, the system uses high-grade magnesium-aluminum alloy membrane speakers.

In addition to high-end audio capabilities, the AE2220 Hi-Fi offers a 21.5-inch 16:9 widescreen display with built-in multi-touch capability and a resolution of 1920 x 1080p. The AE2220 Hi-Fi supports HDMI connectivity and uses NVIDIA ION graphics processing technology. The system runs on Windows 7.

The World's First All-in-One PC with High-End Audio Quality

MSI Releases Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi -- Pioneer All-in-One PC Designed by Genuine High-End Audio System Methodology

Taipei, Dec. 10, 2009 – MSI, the global leading brand in All-in-One PC, today announced its Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi, the world's first all-in-one PC designed by high-end audio system methodology. The Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi upgrades you PC audio system to a surreal level. The design of the Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi was based on an “audio first” concept and through expert craftsmanship and technology, the AE2220 Hi-Fi transforms your aural experience. In addition to strengthening existing SRS Surround Sound technology, the AE2220 Hi-Fi integrates MSI's exclusive Premium Sound Technology. Through this stunning integration of technology, sound is more authentic, resembling the professional-grade acoustic fidelity preferred by audio enthusiasts.

Being the first in the industry, AE2220 Hi-Fi is equipped with full-range, right/left channel 5W hi-fi speakers. Coupled with patented Noise-Canceling technology, AE2220 Hi-Fi is able to reduce unwanted speaker noise. Using high-grade magnesium-aluminum alloy membrane speakers provides an extensive range of professional-grade audio quality. AE2220 Hi-Fi sound performance delivers strong and true bass, penetrating mid-range voice sounds, and high-range acoustics that are not harsh to the ears, giving users a soft and warm listening experience. With up to 8W dynamic range, volume is increased by 3-6 dB, so whether you are listening to a symphony or watching an opera, both will create an immersive audio experience. The Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi compares favorably to other high-end audio systems, so users don't need to purchase additional speakers and equipment to achieve high quality sound. Also the built-in high-grade speakers of the AE2220 Hi-Fi are designed to maintain the ultra-thin and stylish exterior, making AE2220 Hi-Fi the epitome of all-in-one PC design.

After performing sound tests on the AE2220 Hi-Fi, the Editor in Chief of the renowned Hi-Fi & Hi-Vi Monthly proclaimed, "I've never heard internal computer speakers capable of such sweet sounding tones and far-reaching range. Even a finicky audiophile focused on details would be drawn in by and appreciate the exquisite tone quality." The AE2220 Hi-Fi sound system's extraordinary performance generates high praise and admiration from even the most discerning audiophiles.

The Most Melodious – Genuine High-End Audio System

1. The first PC designed by high-end audio specifications

The AE2220 Hi-Fi is equipped with high-end audio speakers never before seen in average PCs. It is also the first in the industry to use two continuous power handling, full-range 5W hi-fi speakers, integrate a high-end acoustic structure, and provides an independent right and left channel speaker Acoustic Suspension System, which naturally extends low frequencies. The result is a perfect high-end audio PC that provides users with an unprecedented surround sound sensation and the coziness of its low frequency range. Listening to the warm, deep bass is like immersing yourself in a whole other environment.

2. Magnesium-aluminum alloy membrane speakers

The AE2220 Hi-Fi uses a high-end acoustic metal membrane design to create a high-density sound sensation that reveals the pleasant and thick bass of voice audio that even some premium audio isn't necessarily capable of providing. Through MSI's Premium Sound Technology, every level of sound detail has a higher resolution rate, enabling every detail and level of a symphony to be heard clearly and distinctly.

3. Patented noise-canceling technology creates pure & clean sound

Exclusive Noise-Canceling Technology can reduce the intensity of unnecessary signal transmissions and eliminate irritating static noise to provide a warm, comfortable, and harmonious sound quality that increases listener comfort. Even after extended use, listeners will still feel at ease.

4. High power handling capacity creates true fidelity sound

Compared with average PC stereo, AE2220 Hi-Fi has higher power handling capacity with output sound pressure level (SPL) up to 82dB (average PC stereo SPL is around 78~80dB). Due to the high power handling capacity, AE2220 Hi-Fi can insure true fidelity sound reproduction even with lower input power.

5. Extensive sound with instant dynamic range of 8W 

MSI Premium Sound Technology provides a broad, instant sound dynamic range of up to 8W of power, and volume enhancement of 3-6dB. During the climactic moments of a movie or symphony, the sound will not break up or reveal distortion.

The Most Touching -- Multi-touch Display with Windows® 7 Operating System

The Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi has a 21.5" cinematic 16:9 widescreen display. With built-in multi-touch capability, control is easier and response time is more sensitive. Just a quick swipe of a fingertip allows effortless dragging, enlarging, and shrinking. At the same time, with Microsoft's new Windows® 7 operating system, an intuitive, user-friendly interface shortens the divide between technology and people, making computer use easier and more interesting, regardless of age. 

The Most Flamboyant -- Full HD Home Theater Video Display

The Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi has a 1920 x 1080p display resolution for you to view HD images in crisp detail and feel the full sensations of imagery. The AE2220 Hi-Fi also supports HDMI, so you can view the brilliant display power of the AE2220 by connecting to any HD device for precise color and picture performance that will leave you amazed every time.

The Most Powerful – Built-in Nvidia® ION™ Graphics Processor

With Nvidia ION graphics processing technology, full HD playback, mainstream 3D gaming, and video transcodings all perform outstandingly in the Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi. At the same time, with Nvidia ION, AE2220 Hi-Fi is capable of displaying Windows 7’s luxuriant visual effects. At its highest performance level, Nvidia ION surpasses Intel® Atom^TM's mapping operation capacity 10-fold, making it the perfect audio and video entertainment platform.

The Most Fashionable – Elegance that Complements Your Taste

Following the fashionable styling of MSI's All-in-One PCs, the Wind Top AE2220 Hi-Fi utilizes streamlined design and natural primary colors to harmoniously unite the cold metal feeling of technology with the natural minimalism of Scandinavia.