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THE NEW DAW IN TOWN
Now shipping is Version 5.5 of Steinberg's Nuendo audio editing/recording/mixing software, supporting up to 256 physical inputs and group channels—at resolutions of up to 192 kHz. Offered for both Intel Mac (OS X 10.5.8/10.6 or higher) and PC (XP/Vista/Win7) systems, v5.5 has nearly two dozen new and enhanced features, including a time-saving, take-comping system, phase-stable audio quantization across multiple tracks, zplane's élastique Pro time-stretching/pitch-shifting, extended compatibility with Pro Tools audio files, X64 Mac support, the Nuendo Surround Panner, an ADR tool set, new VST3 surround effects and more. Also new is an updated internal video engine for fluent HD video playback and 64-bit support for Blackmagic Design's DeckLink video cards, along with a Boost option for seamless video playback with non-multi-threaded codecs. Nuendo 5.5 is a free update for registered users. Estimated Street Price: $1,800. A free, downloadable 400-hour trial version is available, as well. Contact: Steinberg, www.steinberg.net.
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Shown at last month's AES Convention, the ADAM Audio A77X is a high-performance, self-powered monitoring system in a low-profile, horizontal cabinet that's ideal for under-screen use. The A77X is a triamplified three-way design, utilizing two 7-inch drivers—one voiced for midrange, the other as a subwoofer—each driven by onboard 100-watt RMS amplifiers. Highs are handled by the company's proprietary X-ART folded-ribbon tweeter/50-watt amp combination, for an overall response that's spec'd at 38 Hz to 50 kHz, with under 0.5% distortion and 122 dB peak SPLs. Each 28.2-pound enclosure measures 9.5x21x11 inches and has XLR balanced and RCA unbalanced inputs. Estimated Street Price: $1,399. Contact: ADAM Audio, (516) 681-0690, www.adam-audio.com.
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Argosy Console expands its offerings of customized furniture housings for audio consoles and DAW work surfaces with the G-Series for Solid State Logic's new Nucleus controller. With various rack and desk configurations available, the G-Series lets users seamlessly integrate SSL's 16-motorized-fader desktop mix controller with their existing ancillary gear and monitors into a sleek, ergonomic environment. Features include two top-surface, nine-space, 19-inch racks, a four-space rear rack, black trim panels and gunmetal gray legs. Dimensions are 73.3x45x28.8 inches. Estimated Street Price: $2,895, with free shipping within the U.S. Many options are available, including single- and dual-monitor arms and sidecar racks for additional storage. Contact: Argosy Console, (800) 315-0878, www.argosyconsole.com.
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MOTU updates its popular 8-in/8-out MIDI interface/patchbay/merger, now with MMC (MIDI Machine control), updated ClockWorks software, SMPTE time-code sync and communication from your MIDI devices with plug-and-play connectivity to any USB-equipped Mac or Windows computer. As a pro-grade time-code synchronizer, the MIDI Express XT converts and stripes SMPTE in all frame formats (23.976, 24, 25, 29.97 drop/nondrop and 30), and offers jam sync with adjustable freewheeling. The rugged, single-rack-space unit takes full advantage of USB, providing high-speed MIDI throughput with sub-millisecond timing accuracy. Estimated Street Price: $349. Contact: MOTU, (617) 576-2760, www.motu.com.
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