Musikmesse 2009:TASCAM has announced an update for their DR-100 Portable Recorder that supports high-resolution 96kHz/24-bit recording. The free software update, version 1.10, is being quality tested and will be available for download from the TASCAM website at the end of April. The DR-100 now supports sampling rates from 44.1k to 96kHz, 24-bit or 16-bit WAV […]

Alesis Product Specialist Rob Bachi runs through the features of the iMultiMix 16 USB, a 16-channel USB mixer that features a built-in iPod dock for your iPod. The mixer’s iPod integration could be a nice feature for people doing podcasting. Alesis has smaller versions of the iMultiMix available, too, with fewer channels. If you’ve used the […]

Rain Recording has announced the latest edition to their LiveBook Diablo mobile audio workstation series. The new LiveBook Diablo quad core audio notebook claims “true desktop level performance” and is outfitted Intel’s Core 2 Quad mobile processors, dual high performance hard drives and up to 8 gigabytes of RAM. LiveBook Diablo is comprised of “high […]

Zoom has introduced the next generation in its handheld audio recorder line, the H4n. Zoom’s H4n features built-in X/Y stereo condenser mics that allow variable recording patterns at either 90° or 120°. Other new features include digitally controlled high-quality mic preamps and the ability to use internal and external mics simultaneously, for 4-channel recording. The […]

When you think Jack Black, you probably think awesome sounding sound, right? So there’s nobody better qualified to teach you the secrets of getting awesome sound for your videos than Jack Black. Other than maybe a sound guy. Anyway, this video features Jack Black offering his tips on getting awesome sound for your videos. And […]

Alesis Product Specialist Rob Bachi gives an overview of the Alesis ProTrack at the 2009 NAMM Show. The Alesis ProTrack is a $200 gadget turns your iPod into a digital audio recorder. You can record 16-bit, 44.1kHz or 22kHz stereo digital audio without connecting any additional equipment, using ProTrack’s onboard pair of cardioid condenser microphones. The […]

At the 2009 NAMM Show, Alesis introduced their USB Recording Kit – a kit that puts together Alesis mics, monitors and an audio interface to make a relatively cheap (approx. $260) project recording studio. The video above is Alesis’ intro video from the show.  Details on the Alesis USB Recording Kit below.

Alesis product Specialist Rob Bachi gives a quick overview of the Alesis MultiPort iPod Mixer – a device that lets you use your iPod as a fairly sophisticated audio recorder.

Podcasting gear update: Tascam’s Johnny DeLeon gives an overview of the TASCAM DP-004 Digital Pocketstudio at the 2009 NAMM Show. TASCAM’s DP-004 Digital Pocketstudio is a portable digital audio recorder that can record two sources at once to the included 1GB SD Card. It retails for about $200. Details below.

Maingear Computers has announced the availability of a new PC targeting Photoshop, graphic design, video production, pro audio creators, the Remix Workstation. Starting at $2,000, the Remix Workstation features high-end audio and graphics features, liquid cooling and sound insulation to minimize noise.