Stanton has introduced the Stanton SC System, a new set of digital controllers for the professional DJ.
Stanton doesn’t explain what “SC” stands for - but “sexy control” comes to mind.
The system is made up of the SCS.1d deck and the SCS.1m mixer. Each component of the system (mixer and deck) can be used standalone or […]

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 […]

PreSonus is shipping what looks to be the Monica Bellucci of recording system remotes, the Monitor Station Remote for the FireStudio 26×26 FireWire Recording System.
The Monitor Station Remote (MSR) is an integrated surround sound/stereo speaker manager, input switcher and communication system. The MSR connects to the FireStudio via standard Cat 5 Ethernet cable. There are […]

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: ECLER introduced the EVO5, a new mixer for DJs and producers that features an internal 12-channel FireWire sound card, 24bit/96kHz digital sound quality, flexible MIDI control and a powerful built-in editable effects processor.
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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 […]

Winter NAMM Show: TASCAM launched the FireOne - a FireWire Audio Interface with shortcut keys and a weighted jog wheel to inspire creative interaction with the artist’s music.
The most unique feature of the unit is its large, weighted, backlit jog wheel, which lets you zip through a song, while the backlight provides useful feedback such […]

Behringer has announced Podcastudio FireWire, described as a complete podcast studio with FireWire interface.
The podcasting kit comes with a studio-grade FireWire audio interface which includes the Behringer Edition of Ableton Live Lite 4 music production software for PC and Mac computers. The package also includes an 8-input mixer, high-quality headphones and a studio microphone plus […]

Griffin Technology announced today that they have begun shipping FireWave, an affordable 5.1 Surround Sound solution for Macintosh.
FireWave extends to Mac users the ability to affordably and effectively upgrade their sound systems by way of their FireWire ports.
FireWave’s small size makes it easy to incorporate into any computer setup, and makes it portable enough for […]

NAMM 2006 Winter Show: M-Audio announced support for Apple’s new Intel-based computers to several of its most popular USB- and FireWire-compatible products.
M-Audio has posted beta drivers for the entire FireWire-compatible family of products, including FireWire 410, FireWire 1814 and the new ProjectMix I/O. Beta drivers for the Fast Track USB and Fast Track Pro have […]

Miglia Technology has announced the launch of Miglia DualDisk, a line of FireWire external drives. .
The slim aluminium enclosure combines vast amounts of storage space with data transfer rates peaking at 88 MB/sec. Thanks to its advanced DCS cooling system, the hard drives run at low temperatures at all times, thereby lengthening their lifespan and […]

Focusrite has announced an update to the software for its Saffire FireWire audio interface. The software update, v2.0, is free for owners and can be downloaded from the Focusrite site.
Update features:

Enhanced 192kHz and FireWire operation
Improved graphics contrast – even easier navigation through SaffireControl
Rollover help for SaffireControl in the form of Tool tips – simply place […]

Miglia Technology has released Windows drivers for their HarmonyAudio FireWire interface.
The unit features two line level inputs and 8 outs with 24/96kHz capabilities with SoftClip technology for the prevention of digital clipping.

M-Audio has announced the ProjectMix I/O combination motorized control surface and multi-channel audio interface.
ProjectMix I/O is designed to simplify system configuration and streamline production by integrating everything needed to give project studios many of the workflow advantages of pro studios.
Connecting via a simple FireWire (IEEE 1394) connection, this new device brings the integration of total […]

Alesis’ new line of MultiMix FireWire Mixers is now shipping. The MultiMix FireWire Mixers are available in 8-, 12-, and 16-channel configurations, and feature FireWire connectivity, low noise analog electronics, and one hundred 28-bit digital effects.
The DICE II FireWire technology incorporated into the MultiMix FireWire Series provides for the transfer of multiple audio data streams […]