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Roland has announced the STUDIO-CAPTURE USB 2.0 audio interface, the new flagship of the acclaimed CAPTURE family of computer-based recording interfaces.

Featuring pro-level performance, generous I/O that includes 12 premium-grade mic preamps, and a flexible, mobile design that’s equally at home in the studio or on the road, STUDIO-CAPTURE sets an all-new standard in USB audio interfaces.

STUDIO-CAPTURE offers a powerful, versatile solution for today’s musicians, composers, and recording engineers. It delivers quality equivalent to dedicated rackmount audio interfaces costing much more, all in a compact, go-everywhere package that’s ideal for traveling production, tabletop use in home studios, or permanent installation in commercial recording facilities.

Roland Studio-Capture 16×10 interface with 12 premium mic preamps.

STUDIO-CAPTURE features

• High-performance USB 2.0 audio interface for studio and mobile production.
• 16 audio inputs and 10 audio outputs, including 12 premium mic preamps (VS PREAMP).
• VS STREAMING delivers ultra-stable, low-latency driver performance for Windows and Mac.
• AUTO-SENS intelligently sets optimal input levels for all preamps.
• Individual input/output meters and input channel buttons.
• Four independent, software-controlled monitor mixes.
• XLR monitor out, direct monitor, and dual headphone outputs with independent front-panel level knobs.
• Coaxial digital I/O; MIDI I/O with FPT.
• Expand your I/O by using two STUDIO-CAPTUREs together, both controlled with a single driver.
• 2U rackmount ears included.

More information: Roland / STUDIO-CAPTURE

Roland has introduced the DUO-CAPTURE mk2 USB audio interface, an updated version of the popular DUO-CAPTURE.

Offering the same great features as its predecessor, the DUO-CAPTURE mk2 can now be used as an audio interface for the Apple iPad in addition to Windows and Mac computers.

Compact and portable, the DUO-CAPTURE mk2 is a bus-powered USB audio interface designed for musicians and engineers that record on the go with a laptop computer or iPad. It features a 1/4-inch Mic/Guitar input with an impedance selector, plus an 1/8-inch input for connecting stereo devices.

DUO-CAPTURE mk2 features

• Small, convenient audio interface for mobile musicians.
• Compatible with Mac and PC; iPad compatibility via Apple’s iPad Camera Connection Kit.
• 1/4-inch MIC/GUITAR input with Hi-Z switch for connecting a guitar directly.
• 1/8-inch stereo input; 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch dual headphone outputs.
• Dedicated controls for input and output volume.
• Low-latency ASIO (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers; input monitor function.
• USB bus powered.
• Cakewalk SONAR X1 LE for Windows included.

More information: Roland / DUO-CAPTURE mk2

Steinberg has announced the upcoming UR22, a compact audio interface.

The UR22 features 192 kHz audio quality, USB 2.0 connectivity, MIDI input/output alongside two combo inputs with D-PRE microphone preamps and line outputs. Its portable size and solid build make it the perfect choice for mobile setups and small-spaced recording studios.

“Together with Yamaha, we aimed at designing a compact audio interface with sufficient connectivity plus a build and audio quality that will simply blow you away. The UR22 is the result of this development. And by combining the UR22 with the Cubase AI music production software you get an eminently professional recording environment at an affordable price,” commented Stefan Schreiber, hardware product marketing manager at Steinberg.

On the front side of the UR22 interface, two Neutrik combo connectors provide microphone and line input, each with gain control and peak indicators plus an additional high-impedance switch on the second input. The panel also includes a headphones output with a dedicated volume control, a master output volume control and a mix knob for hardware-based zero-latency monitoring. The rear panel features two balanced line outputs, MIDI input/output connectors, a phantom power switch enabling +48 Volt supply on both channels and the USB 2.0 port for high-speed connectivity to PCs and Mac computers.

The UR22’s full-metal chassis houses studio-grade converters, delivering pristine sonic fidelity with a maximum sample rate of 192 kHz and a 24-bit resolution. Yamaha’s discrete Class-A analog D-PRE preamps ensure unprecedented sound quality on top of the stable gain required by microphone signals.

Freely available as download to all UR22 customers, Cubase AI provides a comprehensive set of tools for recording, mixing and editing audio. The UR22 is compatible with other major recording software applications and includes drivers for Windows and OS X systems.

UR22 features

• 24-bit/192 kHz USB 2.0 audio interface.
• 2 Class-A D-PRE mic preamps supporting +48V phantom power.
• 2 analog XLR/TRS combo inputs (Hi-Z switch on input 2 for electric guitar), 2 TRS line outputs.
• MIDI input and output.
• Headphones jack with independent level control.
• Zero-latency hardware monitoring with mix balance knob.
• USB-powered for mobile recordings.
• Rugged full-metal housing.
• Cross-platform compatibility with major recording software applications and best performance with included Cubase AI music software.

The UR22 interface will be available from resellers and through the Steinberg Online Shop from the beginning of February. The suggested retail price for the UR22 is 149 EUR, including German VAT.

More information: Steinberg / UR22

WaveMachine Labs has released Auria LE, an entry level version of the professional digital audio recording system for iPad.

Auria LE is a 24-track digital recording system designed from the ground up for the iPad. With professional-level features and optional third-party plugin support from names like PSPaudioware, Overloud, Fab Filter and Drumagog (available via In-App purchase), Auria clearly sets a new standard for mobile recording.

Auria LE features

• 24 tracks of simultaneous playback of stereo or mono files (upgradable to 48 tracks).
• Up to 8 tracks of simultaneous recording when used with compatible USB audio interfaces (upgradable to 24 tracks of recording) Camera Connection Kit required.
• 24-bit recording.
• Supports sample rate of 44.1KHz only (upgradable to support 48K and 96K sample rates).
• Vintage-inspired ChannelStrip on every channel by PSPAudioware includes Expander, Multiband EQ and Compressor.
• MasterStrip on all subgroup and master channels featuring PSPAudioware BussPressor, EQ and Mastering Limiter.
• Third party VST effect plugin support available via in-app purchase (only iOS-version plugins are supported. All plugins must be purchased through the in-app store).
• ClassicVerb reverb plugin included.
• StereoDelay and StereoChorus plugins included.
• 2 Assignable subgroups(upgradable to 8) and 2 aux sends.
• Powerful waveform editor with features like cut/copy/paste, duplicate, separate, gain, and more.
• Flexible snapping tools allow snapping to events, cursor, bars, beats and more.
• DropBox, SoundCloud and Audio Copy/Paste support.
• Full automation support on all controls with graphical editing.
• True 100mm faders when used in Portrait Mode.
• Optional video import feature allows sample accurate sync of video to an Auria project with adjustable offset times and video export capability.
• Timeline ruler options include minutes:seconds, bars:beats, samples and SMPTE time.
• Auto-punch mode.
• Full delay compensation on all tracks and subgroups.
• Adjustable metering modes, including pre or post fader, RMS and peak.
• Adjustable pan laws.
• Sample accurate loop function.
• Automatic sample rate conversion.
• Built-in metronome.

Auria LE for iPad costs $24.99 USD.

More information: WaveMachine Labs / Auria LE

iConnectivity, developer of innovative interfaces for musicians, announced that they would be offering a sneak preview of their upcoming full line of MIDI interfaces at the CES show in Las Vegas, NV.

The new MIDI interface line will build upon patented technology found in the current iConnectMIDI such as; hybrid compatibility, multi-host technology, and MIDI matrix mixing, as well as introducing several new innovations.

Full product information will be released prior to the Winter NAMM Show later this month. CES attendees are invited to drop by the booth (LVCC North Hall, #5032) for an early preview of iConnectivity’s new line of products.

More information: IConnectivity

Time+Space has announced that the ESI MAYA44 USB+ audio interface is now available to purchase.

The ESI MAYA44 USB+ is a perfect solution for home recording and, with a width of just 12cm, is also ideal for mobile live and recording applications.

Besides standard recording and playback functionality, MAYA44 USB+ provides everything that is needed for professional music production. In its compact case measuring 12 x 7 x 2 cm, MAYA44 USB+ provides 4 analog input and 4 analog output channels with RCA connectors and a combined optical S/PDIF digital output / stereo headphone output. The headphone output provides a separate stereo output signal, making it perfect for DJs.

With support for ASIO 2.0, CoreAudio and MME / WDM, MAYA44 USB is compatible with all major music and DJ applications like Cubase, Logic, Sonar, Reason, Reaktor, MixVibes, Traktor DJ Studio, BPM Studio and much more.

MAYA44 USB+ comes bundled with a license of Deckadance LE from Image Line Software, a powerful DJ software that was written by DJs for DJs.

The MAYA44 USB+ is available from Time+Space at RRP £82.95 GBP.

More information: ESI MAYA44 USB+