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Abstract

A sound transmission assembly and illumination system for a tub, spa, pool, bath, or shower includes an electronic audio speaker or sound wave-guide. When the sound wave-guide is used, a source of sound waves, a sound wave distributor, and one or more sound wave guides transmit the sound waves to one or more speaker-like orifices in the spa housing or head rest. The wave guides are typically conduits through which sound waves can be transmitted. The orifices typically include some form of perforated cover and may include means for providing sound attenuation. In one embodiment, the sound waves are transmitted to two speaker-like orifices in a head rest such that a stereo sound system is provided for the bather. The head rest may include one or more light-transferring resilient inserts and a light source which illuminates the inserts, for example, a LED-type light source. Also, the speakers, insert, and light source may be incorporated into a single assembly adapted for mounting beneath a head rest of a spa. The disclosed invention provides for the capability to provide an audio capability to a spa that has little or no impact upon the fabrication, storage, or shipping of the spa and can be easily retro-fit into existing spas compared to what is provided by the prior art.

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First Claim