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                                   Before the

                       Federal Communications Commission

                              Washington, DC 20554


                               )                            
                                                            
                               )   File No.: EB-10-SE-034   
     In the Matter of                                       
                               )   Acct. No.: 201332100004  
     LOUD Technologies, Inc.                                
                               )   FRN: 0022261655          
                                                            
                               )                            


                                     ORDER

   Adopted: December 12, 2012 Released: December 13, 2012

   By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau:

    1. In this Order, we adopt the attached Consent Decree entered into
       between the Enforcement Bureau (Bureau) of the Federal Communications
       Commission (Commission) and LOUD Technologies, Inc. (LOUD). The
       Consent Decree resolves and terminates the Bureau's investigation into
       LOUD's compliance with Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of
       1934, as amended (Act), and Sections 2.803, 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205,
       15.19, 15.21, and 15.105 of the Commission's rules (Rules) pertaining
       to the marketing of digital radio frequency devices, such as powered
       loudspeakers, non-powered mixers, compact mixers, and active speaker
       systems.

    2. The Bureau and LOUD have negotiated the Consent Decree that resolves
       this matter. A copy of the Consent Decree is attached hereto and
       incorporated herein by reference.

    3. After reviewing the terms of the Consent Decree and evaluating the
       facts before us, we find that the public interest would be served by
       adopting the Consent Decree and terminating the investigation.

    4. In the absence of material new evidence relating to this matter, we
       conclude that our investigation raises no substantial or material
       questions of fact as to whether LOUD possesses the basic
       qualifications, including those related to character, to hold or
       obtain any Commission license or authorization.

    5. Accordingly, IT IS ORDERED that, pursuant to Sections 4(i) and 503(b)
       of the Act, and Sections 0.111 and 0.311 of the Rules, the Consent
       Decree attached to this Order IS ADOPTED.

    6. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the above-captioned investigation IS
       TERMINATED.

    7. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this Order and Consent Decree
       shall be sent by first class mail and certified mail, return receipt
       requested, to Case H. Kuehn, Chief Financial Officer, LOUD
       Technologies, Inc., 16220 Wood-Red Road NE, Woodinville, WA 98072.

   FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

   P. Michele Ellison

   Chief, Enforcement Bureau

                                   Before the

                       Federal Communications Commission

                              Washington, DC 20554


                               )                            
                                                            
                               )   File No.: EB-10-SE-034   
     In the Matter of                                       
                               )   Acct. No.: 201332100004  
     LOUD Technologies, Inc.                                
                               )   FRN: 0022261655          
                                                            
                               )                            


                                 CONSENT DECREE

   The Enforcement Bureau of the Federal Communications Commission and LOUD
   Technologies, Inc., by their authorized representatives, hereby enter into
   this Consent Decree for the purpose of terminating the Enforcement
   Bureau's investigation into possible violations of Section 302(b) of the
   Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and Sections 2.803, 2.1203,
   2.1204, 2.1205, 15.19, 15.21, and 15.105 of the Commission's rules
   pertaining to the marketing of digital radio frequency devices, such as
   powered loudspeakers, non-powered mixers, compact mixers, and active
   speaker systems.

   I. DEFINITIONS

    1. For the purposes of this Consent Decree, the following definitions
       shall apply:

    a. "Act" means the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. S:
       151 et seq.

    b. "Adopting Order" means an order of the Bureau adopting the terms of
       this Consent Decree without change, addition, deletion, or
       modification.

    c. "Bureau" means the Enforcement Bureau of the Federal Communications
       Commission.

    d. "Commission" and "FCC" mean the Federal Communications Commission and
       all of its bureaus and offices.

    e. "Communications Laws" means collectively, the Act, the Rules, and the
       published and promulgated orders and decisions of the Commission to
       which LOUD is subject by virtue of its business activities, including
       but not limited to, the Equipment Marketing Rules.

    f. "Compliance Plan" means the compliance obligations, program, and
       procedures described in this Consent Decree at paragraph 11.

    g. "Covered Employees" means all employees and agents of LOUD who
       perform, or supervise, oversee, or manage the performance of, duties
       that relate to LOUD's responsibilities under the Equipment Marketing
       Rules.

    h. "Digital Device" means an unintentional radiator (device or system) as
       defined in Section 15.3(k) of the Rules.

    i. "Effective Date" means the date on which the Bureau releases the
       Adopting Order.

    j. "Equipment Marketing Rules" means Section 302(b) of the Act, Sections
       2.803, 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205, 15.19, 15.21, and 15.105 of the Rules
       and other Communications Laws governing the marketing of radio
       frequency devices within the United States and its territories.

    k. "Investigation" means the investigation commenced by the Bureau's
       October 22, 2010 letter of inquiry regarding whether the marketing of
       certain Digital Devices by LOUD complies with the Equipment Marketing
       Rules.

    l. "LOUD" means LOUD Technologies, Inc. and its predecessors-in-interest
       and successors-in-interest.

    m. "Operating Procedures" means the standard, internal operating
       procedures and compliance policies established by LOUD to implement
       the Compliance Plan.

    n. "Parties" means LOUD and the Bureau, each of which is a "Party."

    o. "Rules" means the Commission's regulations found in Title 47 of the
       Code of Federal Regulations.

   II. Background

    2. Pursuant to Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803, 15.19,
       15.21, and 15.105 of the Rules, certain Digital Devices may not be
       marketed in the United States unless the devices comply with the
       applicable technical standards as well as the administrative
       requirements relating to equipment labeling and consumer disclosure.
       Section 2.803(e)(4) of the Rules defines "marketing" as the "sale or
       lease, or offering for sale or lease, including advertising for sale
       or lease, or importation, shipment or distribution for the purpose of
       selling or leasing or offering for sale or lease."

    3. Pursuant to Sections 2.1203, 2.1204, and 2.1205 of the Rules, a
       Digital Device may not be imported into the United States unless the
       importer, ultimate consignee, or customs broker files with the United
       States Customs and Border Protection an FCC Form 740 (or the
       electronic equivalent thereof) declaring that the device meets one of
       the import conditions set forth in Section 2.1204 of the Rules.

   LOUD markets Digital Devices, including a wide range of professional audio
   and musical instrument products, such as powered loudspeakers, non-powered
   mixers, compact mixers, active speaker systems, and digital live console
   accessories. These Digital Devices are unintentional radiators subject to
   authorization prior to marketing, via either the Commission's equipment
   verification or declaration of conformity procedures.

    4. On October 22, 2010, the Bureau's Spectrum Enforcement Division
       (Division) issued a letter of inquiry (LOI) to LOUD, directing LOUD to
       submit a sworn written response to a series of questions relating to
       LOUD's manufacture, importation and marketing of certain Digital
       Devices. LOUD responded to the LOI on January 21, 2011. In its LOI
       Response, LOUD submitted information and documentation related to
       Mackie brand Digital Device models marketed by the company, including
       sales information and documentation relating to technical compliance
       testing. On April 11, 2011, the Division issued LOUD a second letter
       of inquiry, to which the company responded on June 10, 2011. In its
       Second LOI Response, LOUD provided information related to whether its
       Mackie brand Digital Devices were properly labeled in accordance with
       Section 15.19 of the Rules, and whether the consumer disclosure
       language required by Section 15.105 of the Rules was included in the
       user manual for each Digital Device. LOUD also provided information
       related to its importation of Digital Devices and its obligation to
       file FCC Form 740 with the United States Customs and Border Protection
       in connection with the importation of such Digital Devices.

    5. LOUD subsequently reported that all Digital Device models that LOUD
       currently markets comply with the Equipment Marketing Rules. With
       respect to Digital Device models that LOUD previously offered, LOUD
       represents that it has taken remedial measures to help bring the
       unlabeled Digital Devices into compliance and to revise the user
       manuals to include the requisite consumer disclosure language. The
       Bureau and LOUD executed tolling agreements to toll the statute of
       limitations.

   III. TERMS OF AGREEMENT

    6. Adopting Order.  The Parties agree that the provisions of this Consent
       Decree shall be subject to final approval by the Bureau by
       incorporation of such provisions by reference in the Adopting Order.

    7. Jurisdiction. LOUD agrees that the Bureau has jurisdiction over it and
       the matters contained in this Consent Decree and that the Bureau has
       the authority to enter into and adopt this Consent Decree.

    8. Effective Date; Violations.  The Parties agree that this Consent
       Decree shall become effective on the Effective Date as defined herein.
       As of the Effective Date, the Adopting Order and this Consent Decree
       shall have the same force and effect as any other order of the
       Commission. Any violation of the Adopting Order or of the terms of
       this Consent Decree shall constitute a separate violation of a
       Commission order, entitling the Commission to exercise any rights and
       remedies attendant to the enforcement of a Commission order.

    9. Termination of Investigation.  In express reliance on the covenants
       and representations in this Consent Decree and to avoid further
       expenditure of public resources, the Bureau agrees to terminate the
       Investigation. In consideration for the termination of the
       Investigation, LOUD agrees to the terms, conditions, and procedures
       contained herein. The Bureau further agrees that in the absence of new
       material evidence, the Bureau will not use the facts developed in this
       Investigation through the Effective Date, or the existence of this
       Consent Decree, to institute on its own motion any new proceeding,
       formal or informal, or take any action on its own motion against LOUD
       concerning the matters that were the subject of the Investigation. The
       Bureau also agrees that in the absence of new material evidence it
       will not use the facts developed in this Investigation through the
       Effective Date, or the existence of this Consent Decree, to institute
       on its own motion any proceeding, formal or informal, or take any
       action on its own motion against LOUD with respect to LOUD's basic
       qualifications, including its character qualifications, to be a
       Commission licensee or to hold Commission licenses or authorizations.

   10. Compliance Officer.  Within thirty (30) calendar days after the
       Effective Date, LOUD shall designate a senior corporate manager with
       the requisite corporate and organizational authority to serve as
       Compliance Officer and to discharge the duties set forth below. The
       person designated as the Compliance Officer shall be responsible for
       developing, implementing, and administering the Compliance Plan and
       ensuring that LOUD complies with the terms and conditions of the
       Compliance Plan and this Consent Decree. In addition to general
       knowledge of the Communications Laws necessary to discharge his/her
       duties under this Consent Decree, the Compliance Officer shall have
       specific knowledge of the Equipment Marketing Rules prior to assuming
       his/her duties.

   11. Compliance Plan. For purposes of settling the matters set forth
       herein, LOUD agrees that it shall within sixty (60) calendar days
       after the Effective Date, develop and implement a Compliance Plan
       designed to ensure future compliance with the Communications Laws and
       with the terms and conditions of this Consent Decree. With respect to
       the Equipment Marketing Rules, LOUD shall implement the following
       procedures:

     a. Operating Procedures on Equipment Marketing. Within sixty (60)
        calendar days after the Effective Date, LOUD shall establish
        Operating Procedures that all Covered Employees must follow to help
        ensure LOUD's compliance with the Equipment Marketing Rules. LOUD's
        Operating Procedures shall include internal procedures and policies
        specifically designed to ensure that (i) prior to the initiation of
        marketing (as such term is defined in Section 2.803 of the Rules),
        all Digital Devices and other radio frequency devices to be marketed
        by LOUD comply with applicable technical standards, have been
        properly authorized  (via the certification, verification, or
        declaration of conformity procedures, as applicable), and comply with
        the applicable administrative requirements relating to equipment
        labeling and consumer disclosure; and (ii) LOUD complies with the
        requirements of Sections 2.1203, 2.1204, and 2.1205 of the Rules
        relating to the importation and entry of Digital Devices into the
        United States, including the filing with the United States Customs
        and Border Protection of an FCC Form 740 (or the electronic
        equivalent thereof) that accurately identifies the importation
        condition(s) satisfied for each such importation.

     b. Compliance Manual. Within sixty (60) calendar days after the
        Effective Date, the Compliance Officer shall develop and distribute a
        Compliance Manual to all Covered Employees. The Compliance Manual
        shall explain the Equipment Marketing Rules, including the
        obligations to secure an equipment authorization from the FCC prior
        to marketing a Digital Device and to meet all FCC requirements for
        the importation and entry of such Digital Device into the United
        States, and set forth the Operating Procedures that Covered Employees
        shall follow to help ensure LOUD's compliance with the Equipment
        Marketing Rules. LOUD shall periodically review and revise the
        Compliance Manual as necessary to ensure that the information set
        forth therein remains current and complete. LOUD shall distribute any
        revisions to the Compliance Manual promptly to all Covered Employees.

     c. Compliance Training Program. LOUD shall establish and implement a
        Compliance Training Program on compliance with the Equipment
        Marketing Rules and the Operating Procedures. As part of the
        Compliance Training Program, Covered Employees shall be advised of
        LOUD's obligation to report any noncompliance with the Equipment
        Marketing Rules under paragraph 12 of this Consent Decree and shall
        be instructed on how to disclose noncompliance to the Compliance
        Officer. All Covered Employees shall be trained pursuant to the
        Compliance Training Program within sixty (60) calendar days after the
        Effective Date,  except that any person who becomes a Covered
        Employee at any time after the Effective Date shall be trained within
        thirty (30) calendar days after the date such person becomes a
        Covered Employee. LOUD shall repeat the compliance training on an
        annual basis, and shall periodically review and revise the Compliance
        Training Program as necessary to ensure that it remains current and
        complete and to enhance its effectiveness.

     d. Remedial Efforts for Discontinued Models. With respect to Digital
        Device models that LOUD no longer markets, LOUD shall continue to
        ensure that all unlabeled Digital Devices that are returned to LOUD
        or its service centers for service or repair shall be affixed with a
        label that complies with Section 15.19 of the Rules prior to being
        returned to the customer. In addition, LOUD shall continue to
        maintain on its website an online user manual for each such
        discontinued model that includes the consumer disclosure language
        required by Section 15.105 of the Rules.

   12. Reporting Noncompliance. LOUD shall report any noncompliance with the
       Equipment Marketing Rules and with the terms and conditions of this
       Consent Decree within fifteen (15) calendar days after discovery of
       such noncompliance. Such reports shall include a detailed explanation
       of (i) each instance of noncompliance; (ii) the steps that LOUD has
       taken or will take to remedy such noncompliance; (iii) the schedule on
       which such remedial actions will be taken; and (iv) the steps that
       LOUD has taken or will take to prevent the recurrence of any such
       noncompliance. All reports of noncompliance shall be submitted to the
       Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division, Enforcement Bureau, Federal
       Communications Commission, Room 3-C366, 445 12th Street, SW,
       Washington, DC 20554, with a copy submitted electronically to Paul
       Noone at Paul.Noone@fcc.gov and to JoAnn Lucanik at
       JoAnn.Lucanik@fcc.gov.

   13. Compliance Reports. LOUD shall file compliance reports with the
       Commission ninety (90) calendar days after the Effective Date, twelve
       (12) months after the Effective Date, and twenty-four (24) months
       after the Effective Date.

    a. Each Compliance Report shall include a detailed description of LOUD's
       efforts during the relevant period to comply with the terms and
       conditions of this Consent Decree and the Equipment Marketing Rules.
       In addition, each Compliance Report shall include a certification by
       the Compliance Officer, as an agent of and on behalf of LOUD, stating
       that the Compliance Officer has personal knowledge that LOUD (i) has
       established and implemented the Compliance Plan; (ii) has utilized the
       Operating Procedures since the implementation of the Compliance Plan;
       and (iii) is not aware of any instances of noncompliance with the
       terms and conditions of this Consent Decree, including the reporting
       obligations set forth in paragraph 12 hereof.

    b. The Compliance Officer's certification shall be accompanied by a
       statement explaining the basis for such certification and must comply
       with Section 1.16 of the Rules and be subscribed to as true under
       penalty of perjury in substantially the form set forth therein.

    c. If the Compliance Officer cannot provide the requisite certification,
       the Compliance Officer, as an agent of and on behalf of LOUD, shall
       provide the Commission with a detailed explanation of the reason(s)
       why and describe fully (i) each instance of noncompliance; (ii) the
       steps that LOUD has taken or will take to remedy such noncompliance,
       including the schedule on which proposed remedial actions will be
       taken; and (iii) the steps that LOUD has taken or will take to prevent
       the recurrence of any such noncompliance, including the schedule on
       which such preventive action will be taken.

    d. All Compliance Reports shall be submitted to Chief, Spectrum
       Enforcement Division, Enforcement Bureau, Federal Communications
       Commission, Room 3-C366, 445 12th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20554,
       with a copy submitted electronically to Paul Noone at
       Paul.Noone@fcc.gov and to JoAnn Lucanik at JoAnn.Lucanik@fcc.gov.

   14. Termination Date.  Unless stated otherwise, the requirements set forth
       in paragraphs 10 through 13 of this Consent Decree shall expire
       twenty-four (24) months after the Effective Date.

   15. Voluntary Contribution.  LOUD agrees that it will make a voluntary
       contribution to the United States Treasury in the amount of
       eighty-five thousand dollars ($85,000) (Voluntary Contribution), such
       Voluntary Contribution to be made in three installments (each, an
       Installment Payment). The first Installment Payment in the amount of
       twenty-eight thousand three hundred thirty three dollars ($28,333) is
       due within thirty (30) calendar days after the Effective Date. The
       second Installment Payment in the amount of twenty-eight thousand
       three hundred thirty three dollars ($28,333) is due within sixty (60)
       calendar days after the Effective Date. The third and final
       Installment Payment in the amount of twenty-eight thousand three
       hundred thirty four dollars ($28,334) is due within ninety (90)
       calendar days after the Effective Date. LOUD acknowledges and agrees
       that upon execution of this Consent Decree the Voluntary Contribution
       and each Installment Payment shall become a "Claim" or "Debt" as
       defined in 31 U.S.C. S: 3701(b)(1). Upon an Event of Default (as
       defined below), all procedures for collection as permitted by law may,
       at the Commission's discretion, be initiated. In addition, LOUD agrees
       that it will make the first and all subsequent Installment Payments in
       United States Dollars without further demand or notice by the dates
       specified above. LOUD shall also send electronic notification of
       payment to Paul Noone at Paul.Noone@fcc.gov, JoAnn Lucanik at
       JoAnn.Lucanik@fcc.gov, and Samantha Peoples at Sam.Peoples@fcc.gov on
       the date said payments are made.

   16. Installment payments must be made by check or similar instrument, wire
       transfer, or credit card, and must include the NAL/Account number and
       FRN referenced above. Regardless of the form of payment, a completed
       FCC Form 159 (Remittance Advice) must be submitted. When completing
       the FCC Form 159, enter the Account Number in block number 23A (call
       sign/other ID) and enter the letters "FORF" in block number 24A
       (payment type code). Below are additional instructions you should
       follow based on the form of payment you select:

     * Payment by check or money order must be made payable in United States
       Dollars to the order of the Federal Communications Commission. Such
       payments (along with the completed Form 159) must be mailed to Federal
       Communications Commission, P.O. Box 979088, St. Louis, MO 63197-9000,
       or sent via overnight mail to U.S. Bank - Government Lockbox #979088,
       SL-MO-C2-GL, 1005 Convention Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63101.

     * Payment by wire transfer must be made to ABA Number 021030004,
       receiving bank TREAS/NYC, and Account Number 27000001. To complete the
       wire transfer and ensure appropriate crediting of the wired funds, a
       completed Form 159 must be faxed to U.S. Bank at (314) 418-4232 on the
       same business day the wire transfer is initiated.

     * Payment by credit card must be made by providing the required credit
       card information on FCC Form 159 and signing and dating the Form 159
       to authorize the credit card payment. The completed Form 159 must then
       be mailed to Federal Communications Commission, P.O. Box 979088, St.
       Louis, MO 63197-9000, or sent via overnight mail to U.S. Bank -
       Government Lockbox #979088, SL-MO-C2-GL, 1005 Convention Plaza, St.
       Louis, MO 63101.

   If you have questions regarding payment procedures, please contact the
   Financial Operations Group Help Desk by phone, 1-877-480-3201, or by
   e-mail, ARINQUIRIES@fcc.gov.

   17. Event of Default. LOUD agrees that an Event of Default shall occur
       upon the failure by LOUD to pay the full amount of any Installment
       Payment on or before the due date specified in this Consent Decree.

   18. Interest, Charges for Collection, and Acceleration of Maturity Date.
       After an Event of Default has occurred under this Consent Decree, the
       then unpaid amount of the Voluntary Contribution shall accrue
       interest, computed using the rate of the U.S. Prime Rate in effect on
       the date of the Event of Default plus 4.75 percent, from the date of
       the Event of Default until payment in full. Upon an Event of Default,
       the then unpaid amount of the Voluntary Contribution, together with
       interest, as aforesaid, any penalties permitted and/or required by the
       law, including but not limited to 31 U.S.C. S: 3717 and administrative
       charge(s), plus the costs of collection, litigation, and attorneys'
       fees, shall become immediately due and payable, without notice,
       presentment, demand, protest, or notice of protest of any kind, all of
       which are waived by LOUD.

   19. Waivers. LOUD waives any and all rights it may have to seek
       administrative or judicial reconsideration, review, appeal, or stay,
       or to otherwise challenge or contest the validity of this Consent
       Decree and the Adopting Order, provided the Bureau issues an Adopting
       Order as defined herein. LOUD shall retain the right to challenge
       Commission interpretation of the Consent Decree or any terms contained
       herein. If either Party (or the United States on behalf of the
       Commission) brings a judicial action to enforce the terms of the
       Adopting Order, neither LOUD nor the Commission shall contest the
       validity of the Consent Decree or the Adopting Order, and LOUD shall
       waive any statutory right to a trial de novo. LOUD hereby agrees to
       waive any claims it may have under the Equal Access to Justice Act
       relating to the matters addressed in this Consent Decree.

   20. Invalidity. In the event that this Consent Decree in its entirety is
       rendered invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, it shall
       become null and void and may not be used in any manner in any legal
       proceeding.

   21. Subsequent Rule or Order. The Parties agree that if any provision of
       the Consent Decree conflicts with any subsequent Rule or order adopted
       by the Commission (except an order specifically intended to revise the
       terms of this Consent Decree to which LOUD does not expressly consent)
       that provision will be superseded by such Rule or Commission order.

   22. Successors and Assigns. LOUD agrees that the provisions of this
       Consent Decree shall be binding on its successors, assigns, and
       transferees.

   23. Final Settlement. The Parties agree and acknowledge that this Consent
       Decree shall constitute a final settlement between the Parties with
       respect to the Investigation. The Parties further agree that this
       Consent Decree does not constitute either an adjudication on the
       merits or a factual or legal finding or determination regarding any
       compliance or noncompliance with the Communications Laws.

   24. Modifications. This Consent Decree cannot be modified without the
       advance written consent of both Parties.

   25. Paragraph Headings. The headings of the paragraphs in this Consent
       Decree are inserted for convenience only and are not intended to
       affect the meaning or interpretation of this Consent Decree.

   26. Authorized Representative. The individual signing this Consent Decree
       on behalf of LOUD represents and warrants that he is authorized by
       LOUD to execute this Consent Decree and to bind LOUD to the
       obligations set forth herein. The FCC signatory represents that she is
       signing this Consent Decree in her official capacity and that she is
       authorized to execute this Consent Decree.

   27. Counterparts. This Consent Decree may be signed in any number of
       counterparts (including by facsimile), each of which, when executed
       and delivered, shall be an original, and all of which counterparts
       together shall constitute one and the same fully executed instrument.

   _____________________________

   P. Michele Ellison

   Chief

   Enforcement Bureau

   _____________________________

   Date

   _____________________________

   Case H. Kuehn

   Chief Financial Officer

   LOUD Technologies, Inc.

   _____________________________

   Date

   47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b).

   47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.803, 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205, 15.19, 15.21, 15.105.

   47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 503(b).

   47 C.F.R. S:S: 0.111, 0.311.

   47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b).

   47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.803, 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205, 15.19, 15.21, 15.105.

   Id. S: 15.3(k).

   47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b).

   47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.803, 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205, 15.19, 15.21, 15.105.

   See Letter from Kathryn S. Berthot, Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division,
   FCC Enforcement Bureau, to Rodney Olson, President, Chief Executive
   Officer & Chairman, LOUD Technologies, Inc. (Oct. 22, 2010) (on file in
   EB-10-SE-034).

   47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b).

   47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.803, 15.19, 15.21, 15.105.

   Id. S: 2.803(e)(4).

   Id. S:S: 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205.

   See id. S: 2.1204.

   See id. S: 15.101.

   See supra note 6.

   See Letter from Case H. Kuehn, Chief Financial Officer, LOUD Technologies,
   Inc., to Kathy Harvey, Attorney Advisor, Spectrum Enforcement Division,
   FCC Enforcement Bureau (Jan. 21, 2011) (on file in EB-10-SE-034) (LOI
   Response).

   See id. at 1.

   See Letter from John D. Poutasse, Acting Chief, Spectrum Enforcement
   Division, FCC Enforcement Bureau, to Mark Graham, President, Chief
   Executive Officer & Chairman, LOUD Technologies, Inc. (Apr. 11, 2011) (on
   file in EB-10-SE-034).

   See Letter from Case H. Kuehn, Chief Financial Officer, LOUD Technologies,
   Inc., to Kathy Harvey, Attorney Advisor, Spectrum Enforcement Division,
   FCC Enforcement Bureau (June 10, 2011) (on file in EB-10-SE-034) (Second
   LOI Response).

   See 47 U.S.C. S: 15.19.

   See id. S: 15.105.

   See Second LOI Response  at Attachment 2.

   See id. at Attachment 1.

   See E-mail from Case H. Kuehn, Chief Financial Officer, LOUD Technologies,
   Inc., to Paul Noone, Attorney Advisor, Spectrum Enforcement Division, FCC
   Enforcement Bureau (Mar. 28, 2012, 20:45 EDT) (on file in EB-10-SE-034).

   See id.

   See, e.g., Tolling Agreement Extension, File No. EB-10-SE-034, executed by
   and between John D. Poutasse, Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division, FCC
   Enforcement Bureau, and Case H. Kuehn, Chief Financial Officer, LOUD
   Technologies, Inc. (Apr. 26, 2011).

   See supra note 9 and accompanying text.

   See 47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.1203, 2.1204, 2.1205.

   See id. S: 15.19.

   See id. S: 15.105.

   See id. S: 1.16.

   See Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996, Pub. L. No. 104-134, 110
   Stat. 1321, 1358 (Apr. 26, 1996).

   An FCC Form 159 and detailed instructions for completing the form may be
   obtained at http://www.fcc.gov/Forms/Form159/159.pdf.

   Equal Access to Justice Act, Pub L. No. 96-481, 94 Stat. 2325 (1980)
   (codified at 5 U.S.C. S: 504); see also 47 C.F.R. S:S: 1.1501-1.1530.

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