Audio Interfaces

Maybe we don’t get out enough. First we thought the mpressor was le sexy, now we’ve got the hots for Apogee Electronics’ Duet, a FireWire audio interface designed specifically for Apple’s Mac computers.
According to Apogee, Duet is the first two-channel audio interface with control functions built directly into Apple’s Logic Pro, Soundtrack Pro and […]

 

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M-Audio has announced that its shipping the Torq Xponent integrated hardware/software DJ performance and production system. The Torq Xponent system brings traditional CD DJ-style control and mixing to the world of computer-based DJing.
Torq Xponent is a hardware/software system. Xponent is both an advanced MIDI control surface for Torq DJ software and a four-output USB audio […]

Native Instruments has introduced a DJ Hardware Guide, an extensive online resource that provides DJs with practical information about how to best choose, set up and operate the components of a computer-based DJ setup.
The guide understandably has a strong NI Traktor bias - so keep that in mind if you rely on it. The guide […]

PreSonus Audio has cut the price of its best-selling Firepod firewire recording system to $399 (estimated street price in the USA.) Previously, it was selling for $599 street.
The FirePod is a 10 input, 10 output, Mac and Windows-compatible firewire recording system complete with eight Class A XMAX preamplifiers, MIDI and SPIDF input/output as well as […]

Native Instruments have introduced the Guitar Rig 2 Producer Pack, a professional bundle for recording and arranging guitars and bass.
The package consists of the Audio Kontrol 1 Audio Interface and the Guitar Rig 2 Software Edition. Also bundled are Steinberg Cubase LE (for Windows XP), Keyboard Collection with 8 keyboards, organs and pianos and the […]

Dangerous Music is shipping D-Box, a multi-purpose hardware product for DAW users. The 1U rack-mount box combines 8-channels analog summing technology and a collection of important features garnered from other Dangerous products. The D-Box has an integrated programmable monitor control section with analog and digital inputs, on board 24 bit/96KHz D-to-A converter, talkback, dual headphone […]

Magma has announced the availability of ExpressBox¹, the first external PCI Express expansion product for laptop computers.
ExpressBox¹ provides a solution for attaching a PCI Express card to laptop computers through the ExpressCard slot appearing on many new PC notebooks and the Apple MacBook Pro.
With Magma ExpressBox¹ you can attach a “desktop-only” PCI Express (PCI-E) card […]

Native Instruments has announced announce that Traktor Scratch is now available in stores worldwide.
Traktor Scratch software is based on the Traktor 3 engine, but specifically tweaked for turntable/CD DJs.
Features include:

Browsing in iTunes Playlists directly from within Traktor Explorer
Instant iPod Playlists recognition
High Resolution Control Signal (2kHz)
Scrolling Playlist via Vinyl function
Automatic recognition of control signal medium (vinyl […]

From now until July 31, 2007, Korg USA is offering a $100 rebate on 61, 76 or 88-key TR Music Workstation purchased from authorized Korg dealers in the U.S.A.
Promotion details and downloadable rebate coupon can be found at www.korg.com/promo.
The Korg TR Music Workstation offers new samples and sounds, a sequencer, USB computer connectivity, an SD […]

Musikmesse: PreSonus announced the FireStudio LightPipe, a 24-bit/96k, 32-channel ADAT to FireWire recording system for Macintosh and Windows computers.
The FireStudio LightPipe features JetPLL jitter elimination technology for ultra-tight digital synchronization, a 34×4 zero-latency monitor mixer, balanced TRS stereo analog outputs, word clock input/output, MIDI input/output and headphone output. The FireStudio LightPipe is a perfect recording […]

Musikmesse: Mackie unveiled its new d.pro Series of DJ Production Consoles with FireWire I/O. These new 2- and 4-channel DJ consoles are highlighted by their FireWire capabilities, studio-quality sound, immense routing flexibility, and certification for Native Instruments Traktor “Scratch” software—letting DJs mix and scratch digital music files using standard turntables with specially coded vinyl discs.
“The […]

Musikmesse: Alesis has introduced the iMultiMix 8 USB Mixer with professional mixing and direct-to-iPod recording.
The iMultiMix 8 USB features a mounting dock to enable recording directly to any 2nd through 5th generation iPod. Unique to its class, the iMultiMix 8 USB is the world’s first mobile recording mixer with iPod transport controls and a control […]

Musikmesse 2007 saw the launch of nio 2 | 4, Novation’s latest foray into the interface market, offering a 2 In / 4 Out mobile interface solution.
Novation’s Direct FX technology puts a selection of powerful FX at your fingertips. Direct FX technology’s low latency environment lets all of nio 2 | 4s effects to be […]

The new Digidesign 003 family, which includes 003 Factory and 003 Rack, offers professional-grade I/O, high-definition audio resolution, the compatibility and performance of industry-standard Pro Tools software, and an bundle of up to 80+ professional instrument and effects plug-ins, compatible applications, and sound libraries, including the new Pro Tools Ignition Pack 2 software collection.
“Since the […]

The MixVibes U46 MK2 is a new mobile recording interface for laptop and desktop computers. It offers a 4-IN / 6-OUT multi-channel audio interface with a separate Mix output. 2 Phono inputs make the unit a perfect portable solution for digital DJs.
The U46 MK2’s 4 inputs lets you record from a variety of sources:

2 Phono […]