3/17/2008: Mackie unveils cool new products.
Mackie U.Series mixers combine an array of input options with 24-bit/96kHz FireWire connectivity to meet every need of the modern musician/producer. Flexible I/O allows you to connect just about any audio gear. The U.420 leaves no line level device behind, with four stereo line level inputs, an RIAA phono preamp, 3-band "full-kill" active EQ, aux sends, a built-in DI, and more. The U.420d adds even more inputs including two premium Mackie mic preamps with mid-sweepable, 3-band active EQ, plus 30mm channel faders, a built-in DI box and more. Two stereo channels feature RIAA phono preamps for turntables. Add in 3-band "full-kill" active EQ and a 30mm crossfader and it’s a full-on DJ/producer control station. U.Series mixers are truly innovative. Concepts like the micro-mastering section with a centrally located master volume knob provide an intuitive, unique ergonomic experience that will streamline your workflow, maximizing creativity.

Also new from Mackie are three PPM Series powered mixers, all featuring 32-bit effects and built-in channel compressors.

• The PPM608 has 1000 watts and 8 channels.
• The PPM1008 delivers a room-shaking 1600 watts via 8 channels.
• The PPM1012 also puts out 1600 watts and has 12 channels.

3/17/2008: New from AKG
AKG debuted two new studio headphones, the K77 and the K99. They're both made in Austria and feature sleek cosmetics, comfort earpads, and come with extension cables.

3/14/2008: New gear from Yamaha:
The AUDIOGRAM Series audio interfaces will turn your computer into a powerful yet intuitive tool for recording and editing audio from virtually any microphone, instrument, or audio device. The AUDIOGRAM6 and AUDIOGRAM3 both combine a hardware interface with audio inputs and outputs to your computer and include Cubase AI software for recording and producing music. Available in August.

Also new are the MM8 and MM6 Music Synthesizers which provide an enormous variety of dynamic and authentic voices to help you create and perform in virtually any style of music. Taking their sounds from the popular, pro-level MOTIF series, they deliver all the musical power and creative control you need in a lightweight, affordable package. The MM6 is the perfect choice for musicians on the go, while the graded hammer action on the 88-key MM8 delivers natural touch and expressive control over the complete piano range.

The Motif Rack XS is packed with inspiring sounds, exciting rhythms, and expressive control that will spur your creativity to new heights – anytime, anyplace. Simply hook it up to a laptop or a keyboard and you've got an entire studio's worth of sounds, arpeggios, and effects at your fingertips. Available in June.

Stay tuned for further details, pricing information, and availability dates on these innovative Yamaha products.

3/14/2008: Line 6 unveils three new bass amps:
The LowDown HD400 400W bass head delivers venue-filling volume and famous LowDown tone in a powerful, rackmountable amplifier head. It generates chest-thumping, fully adjustable rock tone, plus four additional essential sounds ranging from Clean to R&B to Grind. A crucial set of five essential effects include a dedicated studio-quality compressor based on the immortal LA-2A, a Smart Control FX Envelope Filter, Octaver and Chorus, and a full-featured bass synth with fully adjustable parameters. The HD400 offers uncompromising power, extraordinary versatility, and commanding tonal definition for the pro bassist.

The LowDown LD400 Pro offers offers all the same capabilities in a powerful and punchy 2x10 combo package.

The LowDown HD750 delivers all the tonal versatility of its smaller brethren in a wall-shaking, rackmountable 750W bass head.

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3/14/2008: Three hot new products from M-Audio:
Designed for comprehensive studio work, the Fast Track Ultra 8R audio/MIDI interface delivers 8 x 8 I/O at 24-bit/96kHz fidelity, high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity, an MX Core™ DSP mixer, and eight preamps with award-winning Octane technology. Designed for comprehensive studio work, M-Audio’s flagship USB interface is compatible with most major recording software.

The ProKeys Sono 61 digital piano with audio interface lets keyboard players and songwriters bridge the gap between writing, recording, and performing. Semi-weighted action, five built-in sounds, 128 General MIDI sounds, and an integrated 2 x 2 USB audio interface with dual headphone output provide a complete music-making solution.

The ProKeys Sono 88 digital piano has all the same features in an 88-key format.

Stay tuned for pricing and availability on these M-Audio products.

3/13/2008: A hot new product from Boss:
Boss’s DD-7 Digital Delay Pedal features an external tap input jack, true stereo, analog model, modulation delay, 6400ms of delay, and extensive looping capabilities.

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3/13/2008: New product debuts from Roland:
Roland’s Mini Cube amp is compatible with your iPod, keyboard, and mic so you can jam along with your favorite iTunes. It has onboard distortion, reverb, and chorus.

Check back for pricing and availability on Roland products.

3/13/2008: Edirol announces the R-09:
New from Edirol is the High-Resolution R-09 Field Recorder. It features 24/96 recording, a built-in speaker for previewing your tracks, and comes with a wireless remote. It has sleek looks and sweet ergonomics.

Check back for pricing and availability on Edirol products.

3/13/2008: KRK releases the Ergo Room Correction system.
This hardware-based room correction system works with all studio monitors. By analyzing 1,024 bands of EQ, you can tune your monitors to any room. Ergo simply plugs into your computer to analyze the room. It works in standalone mode and also doubles as a monitor volume and switcher for two pairs of speakers.

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3/13/2008: Korg debuts the Pa588 Keyboard
The Pa588 was designed to allow accomplished and demanding pianists to enjoy the benefits of the powerful Korg Pa Series, without having to compromise when it comes to keyboard performance. The Pa588 features Korg’s top-of-the-line 88-key graded hammer action (RH3) and adds their flagship C-720 concert piano to the sound set. Powered by the same EDS engine as the Korg M3 workstation, the Pa588 provides over 800 additional sounds, all fully editable with plenty of room to store your own. Like other members of the Pa Series, the Pa588 is equipped with Korg’s XDS Dual Sequencer, RX (Real eXperience) voice technology, multichannel Backing Sequencer, and their unique Style engine. Monitor speakers are built in and a damper pedal for expressive performance is included. An SD card slot provides convenient data storage.

3/13/2008: Image Line debuts FL Studio 8
FL8 is a full-featured, open-architecture music creation and production environment for PC. No extra software is required to produce any style of music, as a complete set of instrument and studio tools is included in the package. With its bundled plug-ins, sounds, and tools you can create complete songs, as well as backing tracks, loops, and sizzling beats. Completed songs can be saved to WAV, MP3, MIDI, .ZIP, or native project (.FLP) formats.

3/13/2008: Adam Audio announces the A5 Nearfield Studio Monitor
The new A5 Monitor incorporates the same Accelerated Ribbon Technology as the acclaimed A7 monitors, now in a smaller, more affordable format. Available in glossy black or white.

Stay tuned for pricing and availability details.

3/13/2008: New from Solid State Logic - Duende PCIe
Based on the digital technology behind SSL’s C-Series consoles, Duende PCIe delivers the complete SSL mix experience – powerful channel and dynamics processing plus the famed SSL Buss Compressor. Duende PCIe offers complete integration into the most popular workstation environments on a fast MAC/PC-compatible PCIe card. The processing blocks appear as VST/AU plug-ins and RTAS including an authentic SSL channel strip with filters, E and G series EQ, plus dynamics processing, and the SSL buss compressor. Duende PCIe is capable of running two Duendes (any combination) for a maximum channel count of 64.

3/12/2008: Three New Products From Numark:
The DDS80 is a complete DJ system with a fast, intuitive interface optimized for live performance. It delivers everything you need to perform your set while leaving your laptop at home.

The MixMeister Control is a hardware control surface for realtime performance and control of MixMeister or other MIDI-capable DJ software. The included MixMeister Fusion software gives DJs the power to release their creativity and shape music with live looping and remixing, VST effects, harmonic mixing, and more.

The NS7 Controller delivers the precision control essential when you perform with software. Two high-torque, motorized 7" standard platters with a genuine vinyl interface provide pinpoint response with the look and feel of standard turntables. The NS7 Controller delivers high-resolution control so powerful, you'll wonder how you ever gigged without it. It ships with Serato ITCH and comes ready to control the DJ software of your choice.

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3/12/2008: Presonus
New from Presonus is Studio Live 1642. A fully digital mixer with a built-in FireWire interface and all-new "capture" recording software. The tentative retail price is $1,999 Available for order in July.