digital audio workstation

Sonica has introduced the HUSH-965 audio workstation, a computer specifically designed for computer audio work. The workstation is powered by the Intel Core 2 Duo Processor running at 2.4GHz per core, with 4MB of cache memory and with a 1066MHz Front Side Bus (FSB). In addition, the HUSH-965 workstation incorporates Extreme XMS II DDR2-800MHz memory, SATA II and Dual Display support.

The HUSH-965 workstation supports all the very latest Intel technologies. The performance boost gained by the HUSH-965 workstation simply translates into more plug-ins to run, more VST instruments to run and more tracks to add, resulting in an overall increase on a user’s efficiency to minimize their total production time while maintaining rock-solid stability.

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MusicXPC has introduced the Professional M3, a Pentium-based media production laptop computer designed for audio professionals such as musicians, producers and composers.

The Windows-based Professional M3 is a computer specially “tweaked” for media production. The computer is configured from the BIOS up to handle music applications running dozens of audio tracks, effects and virtual instruments. The M3 is designed by Les Bateman, an industry veteran and Hammond B3 ace who has been in the studio business for more than 30 years.

The Professional M3 features a 15.4″ WXGA wide-angle TFT LCD display and supports resolutions up to 1280 x 800 pixels. It is built around a 2MB cache Intel Pentium M processor running at 1.73 GHz on a 533 MHz front side bus Intel 915GM motherboard. The M3 comes with 512MB of DDR-333 RAM, an 8X DVD-/+RW and an 80GB, 5,400 RPM hard drive. The hard drive has 8MB cache and when combined with the 2MB cache on the processor, results in very fast throughput and high audio track counts. Read more…

Rain Recording has introduced the LiveBook mobile audio workstation. Due to its low power consumption components and quadruple-vented convection design, the LiveBook is built to handle the demands of audio recording and mixing, even in less-than-optimal environments. The LiveBook base model features a Pentium M processor with Centrino Technology, 1 Gig of RAM, 4 USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire port, and a CD-RW/DVD combo drive.

The LiveBook is designed to handle sustained levels of intense hard drive and CPU utilization of 90%. Rain President Bill Paschick explained: “The system demands of multi-track audio production far exceed those of typical office and graphics applications for which most generic laptops were designed. The risk of overheating is compounded by the inferior conditions of typical mobile environments. Particularly with audio production, system failure carries a very high cost. By using properly balanced, low power components and generous convection cooling, the LiveBook provides the best performance possible while making stability a priority.” Read more…

Open Labs has announced that the company will be increasing the speed of the processor in the LE and GS models of its award-winning NeKo line of computer keyboard production stations as well as the OMX LE Integrated DAW with no price increase.

These models will now be equipped with a 3.0 GHz Pentium 4 processor, which will provide even higher levels of performance. Prices for these models start at $1,995.

As a special bonus, all orders for the NeKo LE, NeKo GS or OMX LE placed in the month of May 2005, will be automatically upgraded with an additional 512MB of memory free of charge. This is a limited time promotion and is not valid with any other offer. Read more…

Digital Audio Wave has introduced a complete new line of PC DAW systems featuring an ultra-quiet, high performance and reliable platform utilizing the BTX architecture. Audio professionals can have a variety of advanced features on the new BTX PC DAW systems.

“Most audio professionals are pretty confident about what they need in a music computer and this new line will let them be even more discerning” said Frank Fatih Kara, President and CEO of Digital Audio Wave. “Thanks to our flexible business model, DAW customers can personalize their PC DAW and decide to integrate any available option into an entry level ultra-quite PC. I do not see any reason for a client to get a MAC from this date forward given the latest technology, component validation, highest compatibility, proven stability of Windows XP operating system and better value coupled with excellent client support provided all in one package.” Read more…