Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II for Waves SoundGrid - Now Available
Symphony I/O Mk II, Apogee’s flagship AD/DA converter, is now available with connectivity to Waves SoundGrid® network. With a simple ethernet connection, Symphony I/O Mk II’s industry-leading sound quality can be easily accessed from your computer, shared between multiple rooms, multiple computers and supercharged with almost infinite real-time DSP power via Waves SoundGrid servers. Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid integrates seamlessly with all DAWs, providing endless possibilities for setups of every size for studio, live and post production workflows.
“We’re very pleased to be working with Waves to bring a SoundGrid-enabled Symphony I/O Mk II to Apogee and Waves customers”, commented Sean McArthur, Director of Marketing for Apogee. “Symphony I/O Mk II is a flagship product that reflects more than 30 years of our expertise in making superior digital audio recording interfaces and it’s a platform we are still building on. Adding SoundGrid connectivity to Symphony I/O MkII offers customers the best of both worlds in professional audio quality and ultra-low latency plugin processing over a network. It’s an ideal solution for studio recording and live sound production.”
Mick Olesh, Waves EVP of Sales & Marketing, comments, “We are delighted to collaborate with Apogee and offer Waves SoundGrid technology and the use of Waves plugins to the Symphony I/O Mk II, thus augmenting its capabilities and offering users, whether in studio or live, a substantial increase in its ability to network easily, a valuable high channel count per connection and extremely low latency.”
Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid is now available in one of three standard I/O configurations: 8x8, 16x16 or 8x8+8 mic preamps. These configurations can be expanded with additional I/O modules to accommodate up to 32x32 simultaneous inputs and outputs.
About Symphony I/O Mk II
Symphony I/O Mk II is the most advanced and flexible multi-channel audio interface available. Featuring Apogee’s newest flagship AD/DA conversion, modular I/O (up to 32 simultaneous inputs and outputs), and intuitive touchscreen display, Symphony I/O Mk II offers direct connectivity to one of three different platforms - Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD or Waves SoundGrid network.
About SoundGrid
Waves SoundGrid® is an innovative networking and processing platform for real-time professional audio applications. Ideal for studios, live sound, broadcast, post-production and more, SoundGrid provides an extremely low-latency environment for high-precision audio processing. Together with a server, a Mac or PC host computer and Symphony I/O Mk II, SoundGrid lets you run, in real time, a multitude of award-winning reverbs, equalizers, compressors, and other mixing tools by Waves, as well as any other SoundGrid-compatible third-party plugins.
Highlights
- Connect Symphony I/O Mk II via Ethernet cable to computer(s) and/or SoundGrid compatible devices
- Sync audio between multiple computers, DAWs and rooms (Mac or PC)
- Near-zero latency recording with any SoundGrid compatible plugins (Requires Waves SoundGrid server)
- Mix with nearly unlimited plugin power (Requires Waves SoundGrid server)
- Up to 32 channels of modular analog I/O with optional 8 mic preamps per Symphony unit
- Best per-channel value of any interface in its category
- Setup and advanced control via Waves SoundGrid Studio application (Available as free download from Waves)
- Ideal for studio facilities, live sound, broadcast and post-production
- Designed in California, Built in the U.S.A.
Configurations
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid Chassis
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 8X8 SoundGrid
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 8X8+8MP SoundGrid
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 16X16 SoundGrid
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 16X16+8MP SoundGrid
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 24X24 SoundGrid
- Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II 32X32 SoundGrid
Zoom Announces New Handy Recorder Model - The Zoom H1n
Zoom is proud to announce its latest handy recorder. The all-new Zoom H1n redefines what it means to be a portable recorder. Designed for ultimate convenience and versatility, with new stylish X/Y mics enclosure, it’s the new take-anywhere mainstay in every creator’s gear bag.
This next generation of Zoom’s best-selling model refreshes the concept of simple operation and introduces several new enhanced playback and control features. Thanks to a durable build and high-quality stereo mics, plus tone and slate generators, DSLR-based filmmakers will enjoy using it in the field. A graphic LCD display, one-touch button controls, and localized menus make it easy to quickly record song ideas, audio for film projects, lectures or meetings, podcast interviews, and more.
Highlights
- High quality X/Y condenser microphones for versatile crystal clear stereo recording
- High performance graphic LCD display and new one-touch button controls
- Multi-language user menu supports German, Chinese, Japanese, French, and Spanish
- Advanced limiter allows distortion free recording up to 120 dB SPL
- Optional audio interface operation: USB class compliant
- Powered by 2 AAA batteries for up to 10 hours of continuous use
- Optional AC adapter Zoom AD-17 for continuous power (not included)
- Playback speed control and A-B repeat playback
- Stereo Bounce feature for overdubbing new sounds over existing audio
- Auto-record, pre-record, and self-time functions
- Supports recording in 16 and 24 bit WAV at 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz, or MP3
- Built-in mono speaker: 500 mW 8Ω
- ⅛" mini phone jack mic/line input
- Includes license for Cubase LE and WaveLab LE
The Zoom H1n will be available early February 2018. For further information about Zoom, please visit the Zoom H1n product page.
TWO NOTES Promotion until December 7th, 2017
Purchase a selected Torpedo Hardware in our Black Friday Sale, online, or at your favorite retailer; and register before the 7th of December to redeem our Black Friday - Special Edition Virtual Cabinet Pack worth over €150! (Ex VAT)
TWO NOTES Reload @ Almanac
Musician, producer, composer, teacher, author and leader of the new symphonic metal band ALMANAC, legendary Mr. Victor Smolki has used the Two Notes Torpedo Reload for his new CD ‘Kingslayer’.
The Reload is the ideal combination of the devices you must have in a modern studio for the recording of electric guitars and basses: a power attenuator, a multi-impedance loadbox, a DI and re-amping box – it does it all and does it perfectly too.
Apogee Announces New MiC Plus USB Microphone
Apogee is pleased to introduce their new MiC Plus professional quality USB microphone for iPad, iPhone, Mac and PC. The entirely new designed MiC Plus offers Apogee’s unique PureDIGITAL connection technology for pristine sound quality up to 24-bit / 96kHz and the new built-in headphone output with Blend feature allows now zero-latency monitoring. Perfect for music production, voice recording, YouTube or live streaming, MiC Plus makes it easy for both aspiring and professional artists to get that big-studio sound they can take anywhere.
Apogee MiC Plus is a professional studio quality USB microphone you can connect to your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Mac or PC. MiC Plus makes it easy to capture your best take with incredible quality, anywhere you go. Record any sound you can imagine, from vocals to voice-overs, instruments to interviews and everything in between.
Highlights
- Professional cardioid condenser microphone capsule
- Made for iPad, iPhone, Mac and Windows 10 PC
- Includes 3 cables: Lightning, USB (Type-C) and USB (Type-A)
- PureDIGITAL connection for pristine sound quality up to 24-bit / 96kHz
- 46dB of mic preamp gain, digitally controlled for greater precision
- Powerful headphone output with Blend feature for zero latency monitoring
- No configuration required, just plug in and record
- Made in the U.S.A.
Product page: Apogee MiC Plus
Apogee Announces Windows 10 Compatibility for ONE, Duet and Quartet Audio Interfaces
Apogee is pleased to announce Windows 10 compatibility for the latest generations of ONE, Duet and Quartet USB audio interfaces. Customers who purchase the latest generation of these products will be able to register and download a Windows 10 compatible software installer from Apogee’s website. Existing customers will also have access to the download. The software will be available in November 2017.
The new Windows software installers will include a firmware update for the hardware, custom Apogee ASIO audio driver and PC compatible version of Apogee’s Maestro application for controlling audio interface settings and low latency monitoring. All the same functionality currently available to Mac and iOS users will be available to Windows 10 users and the same interface can be used on either Mac, PC or iOS.
The Most Popular Audio Interfaces for Mac - Now Coming to PC
Apogee’s ONE, Duet and Quartet have been industry standards for professional quality recording on Mac and utilized by countless professional artists to record hit songs over the past 10 years. These products started the home and portable studio revolution, providing music creators with simple solutions for recording uncompromised tracks outside of traditional studios. Now the award-winning sound quality of Apogee’s most popular audio interfaces is available to music creators on Windows 10 devices.
Availability
New Windows 10 software installers for ONE, Duet and Quartet are expected to be available on Apogee’s website November 2017.
Zoom ARQ AR-48, the All-In-One Music and Live Performance Instrument
Zoom is pleased to introduce the Zoom ARQ AR-48, a very capable electronic music production station and performance instrument with a simplified design and tons of creative potential. The AR-48 lets your personality shine through and represents a fun and easy way to sequence sound, create beats, and perform with expressive effects controlled by waving the ring controller.
The AR-48 lets you craft music you can be proud of. Use the 16-pad ring controller to trigger its 460 built-in sounds, use custom samples from SD-Card, or even record audio samples on-the-fly to lay down innovative sequences. Capture what you’re playing in real-time by hitting record or use the dedicated step-input buttons to quickly program a beat. For example, start with a kick and snare, then add hi-hats and toms. Complete your pattern by adding in bass lines, synths, and melodies. You can make pattern variations and assemble them in Song Mode to create finished songs.
The AR-48 comes with a license for Ableton Live 9 Lite, providing a package with everything a modern music creator needs. Record and enhance your tracks quickly and intuitively. Ableton’s performance workflows let you take your music to the stage where you can mix and record live.
Highlights
- All-in-one drum machine, sequencer, synthesizer, looper, clip launcher, MIDI controller and live performance instrument
- Includes 460 drum machine, synth, and instruments sounds
- Import WAV files into the internal synth engine's oscillator
- 16 adjustable Master Effects, including reverb, filters, delay, and more
- Ring Controller with 3-axis accelerometer as a handheld aerial instrument for triggering arpeggiator sounds and effects
- 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive pads with programmable color LEDs
- Onboard 32-step loop sequencer for creating individual patterns or complete songs
- Programmable synthesizer engine with three sub-oscillators
- 3.5 mm mini stereo input for phrase recording and loop creation
- Play sounds chromatically, or choose from dozens of preset scales in any key
- Dual 1/4" line outputs, separate 3.5 mm mini stereo headphone output with dedicated volume control, and MIDI output
- USB port for computer integration and SD card slot
- Optional Bluetooth connection for the Ring Controller (BTA-1 connector sold separately)
For further information, visit the Zoom ARQ AR-48 product page.
Alvarez - Guitar of the month
Our September Guitar of the Month video is live. Have a look and listen to the lovely AG70CEAR, one of our great new armrest models, featuring a Solid Sitka Spruce Top, Rosewood Backs and Sides, all blending beautifully into a flamed maple binding & armrest. Learn more about this model Alvarez - Guitar of the month.
Zoom Announces New Partnership with Sennheiser
Zoom F8/F4 MultiTrack Field Recorders and Sennheiser AMBEO VR Microphone Let Creators Record 360-Degree Audio for Video
Zoom Corporation, Japan, is proud to announce a new collaboration with Sennheiser. Both pioneers in audio, Zoom and Sennheiser are pairing up to offer the complete VR production experience within the framework of Sennheiser’s AMBEO for VR partnership program. With Zoom’s F8 and F4 MultiTrack Field Recorders and Sennheiser’s AMBEO VR Mic, virtual reality professionals and enthusiasts can record high-quality 360-degree audio for video.
The Zoom F8 and F4 offer gain linking capability, allowing creators to adjust the gain on all four capsules of the Sennheiser AMBEO VR Mic evenly and simultaneously with one knob. This makes monitoring and adjusting audio levels more accessible when recording in the field.
“We are delighted that Zoom has joined the AMBEO for VR partnership program,” said Véro- nique Larcher, co-director AMBEO at Sennheiser. “By embedding the AMBEO VR Mic’s A-B converter in the Zoom F8, VR content creators are able to rely on a convenient and easy-to-use combo for VR productions.“
To further streamline workflow with the F8 and F4, Zoom is developing new AMBEO-ready firmware with A-B decoding for properly monitoring signal from the AMBEO mic.
“At Zoom, we always take into high consideration new technology for audio recording,” com- mented Masa Iijima, Zoom Corporation CEO. “VR audio has just started and we are happy to partner with Sennheiser AMBEO to provide such an innovative VR recording solution to profes- sionals and creators with our F8 and F4 field recorders.”
The firmware updates will be available in late September for F8 and in December 2017 for F4.
Focal Alpha Limited Edition White
Focal is pleased to introduce a special limited edition of the popular Alpha 50 and Alpha 65, which are known for their no-compromise studio-centric design and subtle yet impressive sonic character. The new Focal Alpha Limited Edition White have specifications identical to the black edition. This fresh aesthetic redesign projects a new side of the Alpha series and is available only in limited quantities.
The Focal Alpha series are the studio purist’s choice of nearfield monitors and deliver a detailed, majestic sound. They perform just as well with traditional instrumentations as with pumping electronic music and boast a generous frequency response range within +/- 3dB. The adjustable shelving EQ make it possible to tailor the Alphas to the room acoustics and to personal taste.
Highlights
- Excellent monitoring quality with wide, well-balanced dispersion keeps the same sound throughout the room
- Aluminum inverted dome tweeter allows for precise and extra high frequency range
- Polyglass speaker cone made in France delivers superior damping and rigidity
- Optimal acoustic integration allows identical tonal balance at varying volumes and low sensitivity to wall effects
- Custom designed Dual Class AB amplification provides efficiency and performance
For further information, visit the Focal Alpha 50 Limited Edition White and Focal Alpha 65 Limited Edition White product pages.