STUDIO

KDJ-One Portable DAW Environment

KDJ-One Portable DAW Environment

If you don’t mind the Nintendo-ish, PSP-ish looks, the KDJ-ONE is another ‘gadget’ that can be an alternative to an iPad with music apps. The KDJ-ONE provides a completely portable and wireless handheld production environment featuring an advanced synthesizer, sequencer, and multitrack audio editing with ACIDized WAV support.

MOTU debuts 828MK3 Hybrid FW/USB2 interface

MOTU debuts 828MK3 Hybrid FW/USB2 interface

In anticipation of its debut at the Winter NAMM 2011 exhibition next week in Anaheim, CA, MOTU has unveiled the 828mk3 Hybrid, an enhanced version of their popular 828 audio interface that now provides flexible connectivity to Mac or Windows computers via Firewire or high-speed USB 2.0. The 828mk3 Hybrid provides professional audio quality at samples rates up to 192 kHz, along with all the audio I/O needed for a personal recording studio, including two mic/instrument “combo jack” inputs, eight line-level analog inputs, ten channels of analog output (with XLR main outs), 16-channels of ADAT optical digital I/O, stereo S/PDIF, and a stereo headphone output.

TC Helicon Voice ToneCorrect XT now available

TC-Helicon VoiceTone Correct XT is the ultimate vocal production pedal, updated with a raft of new features including intelligent Anti-Feedback. With TC-Helicon’s VoiceTone Correct XT, professional sounding vocals are now within the reach of any vocalist. Updated from its winning predecessor, Correct XT makes it quicker and easier for any vocalist to get that polished, produced sound.

Behringer unveils the NOX series DJ Mixers

Behringer unveils the NOX series DJ Mixers

We almost missed it but next to the new DJX900USB mixer, Behringer unveiled the new NOX Series DJ mixers on their website, just days before the NAMM Show starts. BEHRINGER NOX Series DJ Mixers are built to connect directly to your computer and take your music straight into the digital realm. In an instant, these mixers allow you to record and play any digital music file with your PC or Mac computer without the need for any special drivers! Plus they’ve included the infinium “contact-free” VCA Crossfader, the legendary XENYX mic and premium-grade phono preamps, and beat-syncable FX for years of flawless performance.

TC Helicon introduces VoiceJam at NAMM2011

TC-Helicon, the only pro audio company 100 percent dedicated to the needs of vocalists, announces the VoiceJam app – a powerful iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad app for creating music on the fly. The application provides real-time audio looping, layering and an intuitive live performance interface to musicians everywhere. The portability of the iPhone and iPad allows musicians to be creative with the sounds around them, wherever they go. Despite its name, VoiceJam is not limited to the voice – if it’s audible, it’s loopable!

New Hercules DJ 4Set Console Unveiled at CES

Hercules, a leader and pioneer in digital DJ controllers for computers, announces the latest addition to their DJ Console line, the DJ 4Set. The Hercules DJ 4Set combines the functions and feel of a pro controller with the simplicity users need to host memorable parties all night long. It is a must-have  solution for mixing fans who dream of setting the dance floor on fire with their mixes, without having to spend days in advance getting to know their new gear. 

Introducing some Ludacris Headphones

Introducing some Ludacris Headphones

Signeo announces the worldwide launch of a superior new line of personal audio products  – SOUL by Ludacris®. In a highly collaborative effort with the Grammy winning and globally renowned artist Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, the SOUL® brand kicks off with an initial 5-model line-up of high definition headphones that offer the elite sound caliber of a professional headphone with a distinct flair for self expression and style. Driven by his famously artistic vision, and supported by an award-winning design team with resume credits spanning from luxury automotive to world-class electronics, the line dons a sleek form factor and presents an array of eye-catching colors and uniquely designed styles.

Lisson Grove makes debut and launches R-124 Compressor

Lisson Grove makes debut and launches R-124 Compressor

Grammy Award-winning mixer, producer and engineer Hugo Nicolson (Radiohead, Primal Scream, Julian Cope, etc.) proudly announces the founding of Lisson Grove, a new boutique pro audio brand dedicated to recapturing the finest studio sounds of yesteryear. Right out of the gate, the company is underscoring this mission with the launch of its inaugural product, the R-124, a valve compressor based on the classic 1960s British studio units used extensively on all of the Beatles’ recordings

BIAS Peak Studio Available Now

BIAS Peak Studio Available Now

BIAS recently released Peak Studio — an exciting new software suite for audio editing, mastering, and delivery on Mac OS X. Peak Studio includes Peak Pro 7, the latest evolution of the award-winning audio editor for the Mac, along with a complementary suite of powerful tools for mastering, restoration, streamlined analog archiving, and more.