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NYKO Wireless Frontman for Wii now available

by: Dan -
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NYKO announced today that their Frontman Wireless guitar for the Nintendo Wii is now available at retailers. The Wii Frontman is compatible with Guitar Hero III and utilizes the Wii remote for wireless power and interface. The guitar controller retails for $49.99. Check out all the info and images after the break:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NYKO’S FRONT MAN WIRELESS GUITAR FOR THE WII AVAILABLE IN STORES NOW

First Ever Third-Party Guitar for Nintendo’s Popular Videogame Console Sets the Stage for Customized Performance

LOS ANGELES, CA – March 20, 2008 – Nyko Technologies(R), a premier peripherals manufacturer, today announced that it has shipped its Front Man Wireless Guitar for the Nintendo Wii to retailers nationwide. The new Front Man Guitar is fully compatible with Guitar Hero III and uses the Wii Remote for wireless power and connectivity.

The Front Man Guitar easily connects to the Wii Remote, securely holding it in place. Other Front Man features include:
-Accurate and responsive whammy bar
-Bi-directional strum bar
-Responsive and durable fret buttons
-Two interchangeable pick guards in designer colors

“We wanted to expand upon our success with the Front Man for the PS2 by adding additional functionality and attention to detail that true fans of the series can appreciate,” said Chris Arbogast, Marketing Director at Nyko Technologies. “The Front Man for Wii ups the bar on aesthetics and customization for third party guitars while still providing top-notch gameplay at an attractive price point.”

Nyko’s Front Man Guitar for the Wii is now available at retailers nationwide for a suggested retail price of $49.99. Please visit www.nyko.com for more information.