Charles
Jun 28th, 2005, 04:12 AM
M-Audio announces new line of music creation products
Monday, June 27, 2005
M-Audio today announced an aggressive initiative to bring to market an entire portfolio of hardware and software products that enable people to make studio-quality music on their home computers. "Until now, computer-based music creation had been relegated primarily to professional applications," the company said. "And even those who could afford the equipment were often stymied by the complexity of the equipment itself." According to a recent study conducted by Russell Research, nine percent of those surveyed regularly make music on their computers. However, 57 percent of respondents showed some interest in making music on their computers. M-Audio will offer three music creation tools to consumers this year. At Apple's request, M-Audio designed a new music-mixing board designed specifically to control Apple's GarageBand. The company is expected to launch the $180 iControl early this week at Apple stores nationwide. M-Audio will also offer the JamLab and Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition.
* JamLab: Want to play guitar without the bulky amp and web of effect pedals and cables? Then JamLab is the answer. JamLab is a USB audio interface and software package that emulates a large amount of expensive and complex guitar equipment. By connecting the electric guitar to the computer, JamLab allows the user to play along with MP3s, record, and practice -- all with the convenience of using a pair of headphones. JamLab will be available in July for a suggested retail price of $80.
* iControl: iControl is the first controller designed specifically for Apple's GarageBand. GarageBand has opened the door for Mac users to dabble in music creation, and iControl is a powerful tool that enables those users to extend their music creation to new heights. iControl will be available for a suggested retail price of $180.
* Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition: Catering to the recent phenomenon that gives a voice to anyone who wants to be heard, Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition includes everything a consumer needs to get started -- an audio interface, microphone and software. Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition will be available in September for a suggested retail price of $180.
"Recording music on a computer isn't just a niche activity anymore. Mainstream consumers are asking for products to help them make music," said Ben Bajarin, analyst at Creative Strategies. "M-Audio is unique in that it offers a complete portfolio of easy-to-use products that make it simple for people to record CD-quality music, at affordable prices that make it an attractive option for just about anyone."
http://www.macnn.com/articles/05/06/27/m.audio.music.products/
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What is your reaction to the iControl Craig?
Will it help with your Garageband recordings?
Monday, June 27, 2005
M-Audio today announced an aggressive initiative to bring to market an entire portfolio of hardware and software products that enable people to make studio-quality music on their home computers. "Until now, computer-based music creation had been relegated primarily to professional applications," the company said. "And even those who could afford the equipment were often stymied by the complexity of the equipment itself." According to a recent study conducted by Russell Research, nine percent of those surveyed regularly make music on their computers. However, 57 percent of respondents showed some interest in making music on their computers. M-Audio will offer three music creation tools to consumers this year. At Apple's request, M-Audio designed a new music-mixing board designed specifically to control Apple's GarageBand. The company is expected to launch the $180 iControl early this week at Apple stores nationwide. M-Audio will also offer the JamLab and Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition.
* JamLab: Want to play guitar without the bulky amp and web of effect pedals and cables? Then JamLab is the answer. JamLab is a USB audio interface and software package that emulates a large amount of expensive and complex guitar equipment. By connecting the electric guitar to the computer, JamLab allows the user to play along with MP3s, record, and practice -- all with the convenience of using a pair of headphones. JamLab will be available in July for a suggested retail price of $80.
* iControl: iControl is the first controller designed specifically for Apple's GarageBand. GarageBand has opened the door for Mac users to dabble in music creation, and iControl is a powerful tool that enables those users to extend their music creation to new heights. iControl will be available for a suggested retail price of $180.
* Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition: Catering to the recent phenomenon that gives a voice to anyone who wants to be heard, Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition includes everything a consumer needs to get started -- an audio interface, microphone and software. Fast Track Studio PODcasting Edition will be available in September for a suggested retail price of $180.
"Recording music on a computer isn't just a niche activity anymore. Mainstream consumers are asking for products to help them make music," said Ben Bajarin, analyst at Creative Strategies. "M-Audio is unique in that it offers a complete portfolio of easy-to-use products that make it simple for people to record CD-quality music, at affordable prices that make it an attractive option for just about anyone."
http://www.macnn.com/articles/05/06/27/m.audio.music.products/
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What is your reaction to the iControl Craig?
Will it help with your Garageband recordings?