Thinking Outside the Inbox

The latest in our ongoing series which brings just some of the PR firm junk e-mail I regularly get to you, the readers. This one isn't from a PR firm but an actual company. The pitch for its product is, to put it mildly, creative. (And no, this isn't an April Fool's joke.)

"'Obama and Tea Party Heard Loud and Clear With AmpliVox Megaphones'

Barack Obama and The Tea Party were Heard Loud and Clear With AmpliVox Sound Systems' Megaphones.

Northbrook, Illinois (Amplivox Sound Systems) March 29, 2010 -- If there is one thing both sides of the political spectrum can agree on it is that AmpliVox Sound Systems assure reliable communications. On two separate political occasions, Barack Obama's 100th day in office and a recent Tea Party rally, both sides chose an AmpliVox Megaphone to deliver their newsworthy message.

The nation's political parties depend on and trust the reliable quality sound of AmpliVox megaphones at their important events. AmpliVox megaphones are known as durable weather resistant workhorses that get the message across loud and clear with their solid-state electronics, lightweight design and long life battery technology.

AmpliVox Sound Systems CEO Don Roth describes their megaphones as an integral part of their multimedia presentation systems. He says, 'The MityMegŽ line of megaphones is a great example of the reliable communication tools AmpliVox is proud to offer. From high quality portable sound systems and public address systems to lecterns and podiums AmpliVox Sound Systems ensure a crystal clear message.'

In addition, AmpliVox has recently launched a 'Speak Up for America' program. With every megaphone purchased AmpliVox will make a $15 donation to the YMCA of the USA to benefit the Y's mission, programs and services nationwide.

AmpliVox Sound Systems products are made in the USA (with only a few exceptions), meet stringent UL standards, and come with an up to 6 year warranty. Our wide selection meets every speaker's sound coverage and style needs. Whether you are in a small meeting room of 30 people or a large 20,000 square foot auditorium of up to 10,000 people, AmpliVox Sound Systems' extensive range of superior quality, simple to operate and reliable electronics will provide maximum customer satisfaction and ensure a crystal clear message.

Looking for more information? Contact Amplivox.

Thank you for your time!

Sincerely,

Don Roth
Amplivox CEO"

Well, if you've wondered who's to blame for all the noise in modern politics -- now you know.

Gotta love this pitch, though. It's like if Duracell put together a commercial with Jeff Bridges's voice-over saying, "Only one battery is so trusted that it can be found in both Pat Robertson's pacemaker and Sasha Grey's vibrator."