Tascam presents a new series of mixing consoles with 16 input channels, featuring numerous connections, a compact size and light weight, equally suitable as keyboard mixers or sub-mixers on stage, for home-recording purposes or at the heart of a small mobile or fixed PA system.

M-164, M-164FX, and M-164UF are analogue mixers with 16 input channels outstanding for their versatile connection concept, compact and stylish appearance and little weight. These consoles are perfect as keyboard or sub mixers on stage or for home recording or can be used as the heart of a small PA system on the road or installed in conference rooms, shops or restaurants.

Each model is equipped with six Mic/Line channel strips with XLR and TRS connectors as well as five stereo channel strips allowing virtually any possible audio source to be supplied to the mixer. A mini jack on the units' top panel, for instance, allows users to plug in their MP3 player. And a Phono input for a vinyl turntable is also available.

M-164FX and M-164UF feature an additional digital effects processor with 16 presets, and the M­164UF is additionally equipped with a USB audio interface providing 16 audio inputs and two audio outputs on a connected computer – ideal for multi-track recording in a home studio or on the road.

AKG unveils the latest addition to its Perception line of mic : the Perception 820 Tube.

Features :

- Two back-to-back one-inch large diaphragms featuring True Condenser Technology
- An ECC 83 dual-triode tube circuitry emphasizes even-order harmonics for rich, smooth and three-dimensional sound
- The elegant remote control unit allows selection of 9 different pickup patterns from omnidirectional to cardioid to figure 8
- The switchable bass cut filter (80 Hz, 12 dB/oct) reduces unwanted rumble or footfall noise
- A 20 dB allenuation pad enables for high SPL applications up to 155 dB
- Brush-finished, anodized Aluminium front plate and all-metal housing for maximum shielding
- A ground lift switch prevents unwanted hum if necessary
- Designed and engineered in Vienna, Austria

Availability and Pricing TBA.

Alesis presents the AM3, a stereo USB condenser microphone for directly recording stereo audio into your computer. Perfect for portable stereo recording, musicians, journalists and other audio enthusiasts will find the AM3 convenient and easy to use.

The AM3 features a dual-capsule condenser microphone design that enables users to record detailed stereo audio. The microphone's wide 30 — 20,000 Hz frequency response rivals that of far more expensive microphones. Its analog-to-digital conversion creates a stereo signal at 16-bit, 44.1 or 48kHz resolution and sample rate. The body features a gain control for adjusting the input trim with no computer control required.

The AM3 requires nothing more than a standard USB port on a Mac or PC.
The AM3 comes with a free Alesis podcast-hosting subscription, enabling users to share their recordings with the world. The AM3 also comes with a carry case, mic clip and cable.

The AM3 will be available from musical instrument and professional audio retailers in April 2009.

Solid State Logic announces the forthcoming release of MX4, a PCIe Card which delivers outstanding performance to demanding 'inside the box' users who refuse to compromise on quality. It combines three central system elements : a high channel count/high quality audio interface, a versatile Software Mixer and DSP powered plug-ins that provide console grade precision processing with legendary SSL audio characteristics.

Solid State Logic announces the release of Pro-Convert V5.5 for Apple Macintosh computers.

The much anticipated release of Pro-convert for the Mac computer platform brings the freedom to exchange projects between DAW's to a wider user base and introduces a new user interface for the application.

Pro-Convert enables workstation users to convert session files from one format to another. The new Mac version supports the most popular workstation formats; ProTools 7.x, Cubase/Nuendo, Logic, Final Cut Pro and SSL's own Soundscape.

The Mac version also sees the introduction of a completely new user interface that will be made available to PC users in autumn 2009. The new interface presents a single control window from which all project settings can be manipulated. The new interface provides identical functionality to the PC version of Pro-Convert but streamlines the user experience and facilitates the ability to save conversion presets that enable users to return to frequently used project configurations quickly and efficiently.

Pro-Convert for Mac will be available from May 2009 via SSL Resellers and direct from the Solid State Logic web store.