SoundTech Professional Audio has announced the SoundTech Podcasting Kit, an easy-to-use podcasting solution. The SoundTech Podcasting Kit includes the LightSnake XLR Intelligent Microphone Cable, Sony Acid XMC software with 1-year Acidplanet Prozone membership, tripod microphone desk stand and a high-quality microphone.

The included LightSnake Intelligent XLR Microphone Cable plugs directly into the PC USB port, reducing the complexity of digital recording. The LightSnake features SoundTech’s patented “Live when Lit” technology cable ends that glow and flash indicating when sound is being transmitted.

The included 1-year subscription to Sony Acidplanet Prozone provides podcast hosting so anyone can subscribe and listen to the Podcast.

“We developed the SoundTech Podcasting Kit to provide an easy-to-use, high-quality solution to allow customers to record, edit and broadcast their Podcasts,” said Larry English, senior vice president of business development at US Music Corp. “This is a great addition to SoundTech’s line of products that allow more people to experience and enjoy digital recording and music creation with standard PCs.”

Features:
— Easily create, upload and broadcast Podcasts
— Patented “Live when Lit” technology cable ends light up indicating when
sound is being transmitted
— Digital quality sound input without the need for a sound card
— Embedded A/D chip technology with audio signal boost eliminates the
need for additional signal conversion devices
— Simple USB plug-and-play connectivity

SoundTech Podcasting Kit includes:
— LightSnake XLR Intelligent Microphone Cable
— High-quality dynamic microphone
— Tripod desk stand with microphone clip
— Sony Media Software Acid XMC recording software
— 1-year subscription to Acidplanet’s Prozone

The SoundTech LightSnake Podcasting Kit will be available in Q1 2007 with a suggested retail price of $149.99.