Tascam FW-1082
The FW-1082 is a new FireWire Audio/MIDI interface and Control Surface priced and sized for home studios. It uses the wide bandwidth of FireWire to provide 8 analog inputs, 2 digital inputs, two MIDI ins and outs, extremely low audio latency and quick transmission for its nine touch-sensitive moving faders.
The Tascam FW-1082 Audio/MIDI Interface and Control Surface from TASCAM not only provides tons of audio and MIDI I/O to small studios, but offers a control surface with moving-faders for a previously unheard-of price. The FW-1082 features 10 inputs, including four balanced XLR mic inputs with phantom power. Two MIDI inputs and outputs are also included, plus S/PDIF digital I/O. Eight channel strips each feature a 60mm touch-sensitive moving fader and select/solo/mute buttons, and a moving master fader is also provided. The FW-1082 includes the latest TASCAM software bundle: Cubasis LE 96kHz/48-track recording software, GigaStudio 3 LE (Windows only) streaming sampler and Nomad Factory plug-in demos.
The FW-1082 is a great choice for small studios, whether someone is just starting out or if they're upgrading their equipment. Its four microphone inputs, two with analog insert jacks, have phantom power for professional condenser microphones. Four additional line inputs and a S/PDIF stereo input add up to 10 inputs simultaneously, each at 96kHz/24-bit audio resolution. Two MIDI inputs and outputs are provided for 32 channels of MIDI synth playback or control. The control surface has nine 60mm touch-sensitive moving faders for silky-smooth control over channel level, pan or aux settings. Four encoders are also available for mix control, as well as transport and jog/shuttle controls. Stereo monitoring is included, and the FW-1082 even mixes signals internally for stand-alone use.
Price: Euro_881.79 / US$ 1,190.42 NON EU Price: Euro_741.00 / US$ 1,000.35
Tascam FIREONE
Pushing the limits of what an audio interface can be, TASCAM has launched the FireOne - a FireWire Audio Interface with shortcut keys and a weighted & illuminated jog wheel to inspire creative interaction with the artist's music. The FireOne is the first stereo audio interface in its class that records two mic ins and two outs over FireWire at 96kHz/24-bit audio resolution The most unique feature of the unit is its large, weighted, backlit jog wheel, which allows musicians to zip through their song while the backlight provides useful feedback such as a visual metronome..
The FireOne features a pair of mic inputs with phantom power and pad switches. A front panel guitar input allows convenient direct recording of guitar or bass. MIDI input and output are also provided for 16 channels of MIDI. It's the first FireWire interface in its class to record and play at up to 96kHz/24-bit resolution. It includes multitrack recording software, so you'll be set to go right out of the box. In addition to its weighted & backlit jog wheel, the FireOne has transport keys and nine shortcut keys to control functions in most popular DAW applications.
The FireOne includes a copy of Live Lite 6 TASCAM Edition, the music creation, production and performance software from Ableton. Live's drag and drop interface makes it easy to seamlessly move from basic song ideas, to studio production, to the stage.
Price: Euro_299.88 / US$ 404.84 NON EU Price: Euro_252.00 / US$ 340.20
Tascam FW 1884
The FW-1884 is a professional DAW control surface and audio/MIDI interface from Tascam that uses the FireWire high-speed data transfer protocol. Tascam has used FireWire's high-bandwidth capabilities in the FW-1884 to provide audio and MIDI interfacing to computers. The FW-1884's eight 100mm motorized touch-sensitive channel faders and one master fader give you responsive level control. In addition, pan, solo, mute and select functions are provided on each channel. Tactile control for four bands of parametric EQ, a weighted jog wheel and a variety of shortcut keys for various popular software applications help complete the FW-1884 package.
Price: Euro_1,656.48 / US$ 2,236.25 NON EU Price: Euro_1,392.00 / US$ 1,879.20
Tascam US-144
The follow-up to our mega popular US-122, the new US-144 delivers everything you'd want in a portable audio/MIDI interface and more.
Record two tracks at a time with zero latency from the analog inputs; whether you have a PC or a Mac, your song ideas go down in real time, real easy. Its size means you can take it anywhere you take your laptop, yet it's packed with features that make buying it an audio no-brainer. MIDI input and output, high quality mic inputs, 96kHz/24-bit recording (better than CD quality)-all the stuff you'd want without the fluff you wouldn't. The US-144: the answer to your recording needs.
Price: Euro_209.44 / US$ 282.74 NON EU Price: Euro_176.00 / US$ 237.60
Tascam US-122L
The follow-up to our mega popular US-122, the new US-122L delivers everything you'd want in a portable audio/MIDI interface.
Record two tracks at a time with zero latency; whether you have a PC or a Mac, your song ideas go down in real time, real easy. Its size means you can take it anywhere you take your laptop, yet it's packed with features that make buying it an audio no-brainer. MIDI input and output, high quality mic inputs, 96kHz/24-bit recording (better than CD quality)-all the stuff you'd want without the fluff you wouldn't. The US-122L: the answer to your recording needs. The US-122L is also part of TASCAM's exciting new Track Pack T1.
Price: Euro_174.93 / US$ 236.16 NON EU Price: Euro_147.00 / US$ 198.45
