
M-Audio has announced its Vocal Studio, a complete recording system for PC or Mac, featuring the Producer USB microphone and Ignite music creation software.
Key features of the Producer USB microphone are:
- 16-bit recording at CD quality and beyond—44.1 or 48 kHz
- Large 16mm cardioid capsule protected by wire mesh
- Capsule sensitivity: -48 dB ref to 1V/Pa
- 1/8″ stereo output for connecting headphones and low-latency monitoring
- Durable metal body
- USB connector
- LED power indicator
- Includes desktop mic stand
- Includes soft-sided carrying case
- Size: 9.5″ x 2.8″ by 7.75″
- Weight: 3 lbs. (approx.)
The Ignite music creation software features:
- Capture ideas quickly—with professional results
- 2 simultaneous audio tracks
- Time stretching powered by Radius from iZotope
- Built-in effects
- Easily combine and arrange individual recordings
- Unique musician-centric workflow
- Intuitive graphic interface aids production
- Piano-roll MIDI editing
- Smart MIDI chord and phrase players
- 275+ superior AIR instrument sounds
- Easy sharing and collaboration via SoundCloud
- Export WAV and MIDI files for use with any DAW
Pricing and availability to be confirmed.