NAMM Update: E-mu Announces 1616M and 1616 CardBus Digital Audio Systems

E-MU Systems introduced the 1616M and 1616 CardBus Digital Audio Systems for laptop audio systems at the 2005 NAMM show. The E-MU 1616M and 1616 include a PCMCIA card and compact MicroDock audio/MIDI interface that deliver the same DSP effects, zero-latency monitoring and pristine 24-bit/192kHz A/D and D/A converters of E-MU’s PCI Digital Audio Systems.… Read More NAMM Update: E-mu Announces 1616M and 1616 CardBus Digital Audio Systems

Hercules Technologies Unveils HERCULES 16/12 FW

Hercules Technologies has released the Hercules 16/12 FW, the first FireWire 24-bit 96kHz 16-In/12-Out audio and MIDI interface for PC and Macintosh. “FireWire technology opens up new horizons for audiophiles in search of an external, powerful digital audio hard disk recording system,” states Bruno Ormel, Sound and Video Business Unit Director at Hercules. “Hercules is… Read More Hercules Technologies Unveils HERCULES 16/12 FW

Alesis Introduces IO|2 USB Audio Interface at 2005 NAMM Show

2005 NAMM Show: Alesis has introduced the IO|2 USB, a portable, inexpensive 24-bit/96k USB interface. The device features an aluminum housing and is USB powered. It features low latency ASIO 2.0 drivers and Cubase LE recording software, so you can record right out of the box. The IO|2 is equipped with professional mic-pre’s, phantom power… Read More Alesis Introduces IO|2 USB Audio Interface at 2005 NAMM Show

Winter NAMM: Brian Moore Debuts iGuitar.USB

NAMM Show: Brian Moore Guitars has introduced the newest model in their line-up of technology-based guitars, iGuitar.USB. “The iGuitar.USB is the first guitar to offer on-board, Class Compliant USB audio to streamline the guitar to computer connection eliminating the need for an external audio interface” says Brian Moore Guitars President Patrick Cummings. “This is what’s… Read More Winter NAMM: Brian Moore Debuts iGuitar.USB

2005 NAMM: SMP Audio Introduces Inexpensive Analog-toDigital Converter

2005 NAMM: The A08 is a compact high-quality half-rack sized 8-channel analog to ADAT format converter. With 8 analog inputs and one ADAT output interface, the A08 is well-suited for use in all kinds of studio setups. Tailored to suit a wide variety of applications, the A08 is well-suited to add additional inputs to any… Read More 2005 NAMM: SMP Audio Introduces Inexpensive Analog-toDigital Converter

Edirol FA-66 24-bit/192kHz FireWire Audio Interface

NAMM Show: Edirol has announced the newest addition to their line of audio interfaces, the FA-66. The FA-66 is a 6-channel version of the powerful FA-101 FireWire interface. The FA-66 builds on this technology offering a completely portable recording center with high-gain microphone preamps & premium analog components for home studio & field recording. Edirol’s… Read More Edirol FA-66 24-bit/192kHz FireWire Audio Interface

2005 NAMM Show: CM Labs MotorMate

2005 NAMM Show: CM Labs has released the MotorMate multi-platform DAW console with monitor section. MotorMate is the most powerful control surface yet from CM Labs. The MotorMate Console features 100mm, precision touch-sensitive motorized faders, an 80-character bright backlit display for easy viewing of track labels, pan positions, send levels and plug-ins. Eight high-resolution endless… Read More 2005 NAMM Show: CM Labs MotorMate

NAMM 2005: XPSound Introduces New Audio Interface

NAMM 2005: XP Sound has introduced the XP202, a 24-bit 96kHz enabled USB audio interface for Mac or Windows for musicians, DJ’s, audiophiles, and multimedia content developers alike. Housed in a compact shielded chassis, the XP Sound ‘XP202’ audio interface is protected against distortion and interference from your PC. Included is a transparent desk stand… Read More NAMM 2005: XPSound Introduces New Audio Interface