LOUD Technologies 1-for-5 Reverse Stock Split Declared Effective

November 18, 2005 – Woodinville, Wash. – LOUD Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:LTLG) announced today that the 1-for-5 reverse split of the Company's outstanding common stock announced on November 3, 2005 became effective after the close of the market yesterday. LOUD Technologies will trade under the new ticker symbol LTLG effective at the open of the market today.

Chairman and CEO Jamie Engen said, "With the reverse stock split, we believe that the Company will be in a position to list on the NASDAQ Capital Market, and we plan to file a listing application as soon as possible. We believe such a listing would be an additional positive step in our program to increase LOUD Technologies' visibility in the financial community, expand trading volume, and build long-term value for our shareholders."

Fractional shares of common stock will not be issued as a result of the reverse split. Shareholders who would otherwise receive a fractional share of common stock will be entitled to receive cash in lieu of fractional shares. Mellon Investor Services LLC is LOUD Technologies' transfer agent and will act as the exchange agent for the purpose of implementing the exchange of stock certificates in connection with the reverse split. The exchange or conversion price and/or the number of shares of common stock issuable under the Company's outstanding warrants and options for common stock will be proportionately adjusted to reflect the reverse stock split.

About LOUD Technologies Inc.
LOUD Technologies Inc. develops professional audio products under the brands Mackie, EAW, EAW Commercial, TAPCO, SIA Software and Acuma Labs. Products from LOUD Technologies' brands can be found in professional and project recording studios, video and broadcast suites, post production facilities, sound reinforcement applications including churches and nightclubs, retail locations and on major musical tours.

Mackie, EAW, and TAPCO are registered trademarks of LOUD Technologies Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Forward Looking Statements
Statements in this release that are "forward–looking statements" are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially because of factors such as: market acceptance of new products; continued acceptance of existing products; delays in product development and related product release schedules; product price discounts; reliance on third party manufacturers and reliance on sole or limited source suppliers for key components that could result in component shortages and delays in product delivery, any of which may cause revenues and income to fall short of anticipated levels; obsolete inventory or product returns by distributors, resellers and retailers; warranty and other claims on products; changes or delays in product shipments; technological shifts; the availability of competitive products at lower prices; the continued ability to protect the company's intellectual property rights; changes in product mix; maturing product life cycles; product sale terms and conditions; the financial condition of our customers and vendors; adverse results in litigation; the effects of terrorist activity and armed conflict such as disruptions in general economic activity and changes in our operations and security arrangements; continued softness in retail spending or other changes in general economic conditions that affect demand for our products; currency fluctuations; and vigorous competition.  For further information regarding risks and uncertainties associated with LOUD's business, please refer to the "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Results of Operations and Financial Condition" section of LOUD's SEC filings, including, but not limited to, its annual report on Form 10–K and quarterly reports on Form 10–Q, copies of which may be obtained by contacting LOUD's investor relations department at 1–866–858–LTEC (5832) or 425–892–6500, or on LOUD's website at http://www.loudtechinc.com/invest/index.html.

All information in this release is as of March 7, 2005. The company undertakes no duty to update any forward–looking statement to conform the statement to actual results or changes in the company's expectations.

For more information please contact: LOUD Technologies Inc. – 16220 Wood–Red Road N.E. – Woodinville, WA 98072 – Phone: (425) 487–4333 – Fax: (425) 487–4337 – Internet: www.loudtechinc.com