The Cambridge DS1339W-TAA Plenum Loudspeaker is purpose-built to address the compliance challenges that often limit sound masking deployments in government and municipal projects. By combining Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance with City of Chicago CCEA plenum approval, it enables system designers and integrators to deploy sound masking solutions in environments that require strict adherence to federal procurement standards and local building codes. Manufactured in the USA, the DS1339W-TAA satisfies TAA requirements, making it eligible for federal projects that mandate domestic sourcing. At the same time, its redesigned enclosure meets Chicago plenum construction standards through the use of a metal lid, sealed (non-ported) design, and integrated conduit adapter for direct electrical connection—key requirements for installations within the City of Chicago. Despite these physical modifications, the DS1339W-TAA maintains full acoustic equivalency with the standard DS1339 loudspeaker. This ensures consistent sound masking performance and allows it to be deployed within existing Cambridge and Dynasound systems without requiring design changes, recalibration, or revalidation of coverage models. Designed for ceiling installation and finished in white for a clean, unobtrusive appearance, the DS1339W-TAA integrates seamlessly into commercial interiors. With full compliance documentation included, it simplifies specification, approval, and procurement processes, making it a dependable, standards-compliant solution for sound masking applications in regulated environments.
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
