For Immediate Release   Graham-Patten Ships the 400th D/ESAM 230 Mixer GRASS VALLEY, CA (January 17, 2000)--Graham-Patten has shipped its 400th D/ESAM 230 mixer to the Federal Reserve Bank in San Francisco. Introduced in November of 1995, the compact Model 230 is the most cost effective mixer manufactured by Graham-Patten. Like all models in the D/ESAM range, the Model 230 features a programmable architecture, comprehensive support of the industry standard ESAM II and D/ESAM IV control protocols, and simultaneous support of both digital and analog inputs. The basic mixer has eight digital inputs with provisions for two groups of eight additional digital or analog inputs, for a total of 24. "Ease of use and lots of power for a low price are key factors in the success of this product," said Howard Mullinack, Graham-Patten president and CEO. "The compact size and sleek design of the D/ESAM 230 has made it our best seller." Graham-Patten is the world's leading manufacturer of digital audio products for the professional video industry. Located in Grass Valley, California, the company is best known for its Emmy award winning D/ESAM® digital edit suite audio mixers.