Shure
has dedicated its corporate cause to hearing conservation and
carries out this commitment through the education, of musicians
and fans, on ways to reduce the hearing loss risks they face daily.
This year, Shure is donating all auction proceeds to the Hearing
Aid Music Foundation (HAMF) isten Smarteducational
film program. Featuring artists like Wyclef Jean, Moby, Ozzy Osbourne,
Cyndi Lauper, the film talks about the dangers of loud music,
and provides suggestions for responsible listening habits that
won take the fun out of music. HAMF will use the donations
to purchase copies of the film and distribute to schools across
the country. More information about Hearing Conservation can be
found at www.shure.com/hearing.
As
a part of Better Hearing and Speech Month (May 2003), Shure
Incorporated, the leading manufacturer of microphones and audio
electronics, has teamed up with the Hearing Aid Music Foundation
(HAMF) for the second annual Shure Bid for Hearing online
charity auction to be held May 12 through May 22.
About Hearing Aid Music Foundation
The Hearing Aid Music Foundation (HAMF) is
a music industry organization dedicated to educating consumers,
musicians, and entertainers about protecting their hearing. The
organization is committed to preserving hearing for those involved
in the music business, as well as promoting the responsible consumption
of music.
About
Shure Incorporated
Founded
in 1924, Shure Incorporated is widely acknowledged as the world
leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over
the years, the company has designed and produced a wide variety
of high-quality consumer and professional audio products, providing
a vehicle for an individual personal sound. Shure
corporate cause is focused on hearing conservation. By working in
tandem with national organizations and hearing professionals, the
company hopes to raise public awareness about this very important
issue which is crucial to the music community. Past activities include
sponsoring free hearing screenings, hosting benefit concerts, and
developing new products that give musicians control over high volume
levels that can result in hearing loss. Shure Incorporated
corporate headquarters are located at 5800 West Touhy Avenue, Niles,
IL 60714-4608, USA and can be reached at 847.600.2000 or at
www.shure.com.
To protect bidder privacy, when the price or highest bid on an item reaches or exceeds a certain level, User IDs will be displayed as anonymous names. For auction items, a bold price means at least one bid has been received.
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