SAN RAMON, Calif., Jan. 23, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Giga-tronics Incorporated (Nasdaq:GIGA) will release results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2012 on Thursday, February 2, 2012, after the close of trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market.

Also on Thursday, February 2, 2012, Giga-tronics will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the results and provide an update on the company's operations.

To participate in the call, dial 866-551-3680 or 212-401-6760, and enter PIN Code 89080568#. It is recommended that you call in 5-10 minutes prior to the start time. You may also listen in to the call via Giga-tronics' website at www.gigatronics.com.

A replay of the call will be available later on Giga-tronics' website under "Investor Relations". This conference call discussion will reflect management's views as of February 2, 2012 only.

Giga-tronics produces instruments, subsystems and sophisticated microwave components that have broad applications in both defense electronics and wireless telecommunications.

Headquartered in San Ramon, California, Giga-tronics is a publicly held company, traded over the counter on NASDAQ Capital Market under the symbol "GIGA".

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CONTACT: Pat Lawlor
         Vice President, Finance/Chief Financial Officer
         (925) 328-4656