Kill the noise and become metalism : ISP Noice Decimator

The Decimator guitar pedal offers a new approach to Noise Reduction processing with a high level of performance. Most noise suppression systems suffer from one major problem inherent in their design: The system cannot be immediately responsive to very short-term staccato notes.
The typical downward expander sound reduction system suffers from a dead zone in the release response characteristic that causes a compromise in tracking both fast decaying notes and long sustained notes. The Decimator pedal's design offers a novel approach to tracking the envelope of the input signal called Time Vector Processing.
Due to this novel approach in controlling the expander, the Decimator system will instantly respond to short staccato notes and, at the same time, will provide a very slow ripple free control of long sustained notes. The Decimator noise suppression system is very transparent delivering high performance. The Decimator pedal by ISP Technologies is extremely easy to use;
simply insert the Decimator at the end of your chain of existing pedals or, insert the Decimator Pedal in the effects loop of your amplifier to clean up the noise present at the amplifier input as well as the noise in the amplifiers pre-amp section. Packaged in a rugged, beautifully polished smooth chrome chassis, the Decimator pedal offers reliability, performance and beauty in one compact pedal.

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Record Tools : Focusrite Saffire 6 USB Audio Interface

Record Tools : Focusrite Saffire 6 USB Audio Interface

Overview

The Focusrite Saffire 6 USB is a USB audio interface with 2 input and 4 output. This audio interface also have same quality as award-winning Focusrite mic preamps as the rest of the Saffire range. This Focusrite Saffire 6 bring the best value and sounding interface to you.
The Focusrite Saffire 6 USB Audio Interface is easily to set up with just a simple routing to record into, and playback from your computer. Has low latency than other USB Audio interface, with professional analogue-to-digital converters, you can rely on the best signal for your recording software.
Focusrite Saffire 6 has come with 2 mic pres, multiple output and MIDI I/O, suitable for many cue up material and send out two different signals, as the DJ also receive this advantages. The body was design as rock-solid. You can take it out and record on your specific place with confidence.

Software Included

Saffire 6 USB comes with Ableton Live Lite 8, Novation's Bass Station synthesizer and tons of sound samples. In addition to all this, you get the Focusrite FX Suite, which includes a compressor, gate, reverb and EQ to upgrade your standard AU/VST effects. The Saffire 6 USB is the easiest way of getting the classic Focusrite mic preamp into your recording set-up.

Features

• Two award-winning Focusrite preamps

The best sounding interface in its class. Focusrite's famous preamp legacy forms the foundation of this new interface, with two high-quality input stages.

• Ultra-reliable and easy to set up

Saffire 6 USB is simple to set up and easy to use, allowing you to concentrate on recording and playing back. It is also very reliable, ideal for use as a portable interface for use on stage and on location.

• High-quality 24-bit USB interface

Features the best A-D/D-A conversion in its class; pristine audio quality, super-low latency and reliable synchronisation are guaranteed.

• Ready for DJs

Four RCA outputs, high-level headphone output and class-leading digital converter performance make Saffire 6 USB the ideal interface for the laptop DJ.

• Xcite+ Software Bundle

Featuring a host of royalty-free loops and samples, a full-fledged soft-synth and Ableton Live Lite 8, providing an affordable upgrade path to Ableton Live.

• Focusrite VST/AU Plug-in Suite, for use in the mix

Upgrade your standard sequencer effects and bring a touch of class to your session with all-new Focusrite Compression, Reverb, Gating and EQ VST/AU plug-ins.

• Dedicated switchable front-panel headphone bus

Monitor either the main mix or cue mix via headphones, all switchable from the front panel.

• Dedicated input/playback mix dial

Blend your monitor mix between what you're recording and the audio from the computer, for true zero-latency monitoring.

• Bus-powered for a tidy mobile recording rig

Saffire 6 USB is powered via USB, with no need for an additional power supply.

• Two Hi Z instrument inputs

No need for a separate DI. Saffire 6 USB provides instrument inputs with switchable high gain.

• Tactile Monitor dial

A front panel volume dial provides immediate control over the main stereo outputs.

• Switchable phantom power

Available across both mic pre inputs, globally switchable direct from the front fascia.

Specification

Key Performance Figures

•     Real World ADC Dynamic Range: 105 dB (A-weighted)

•     Real World DAC Dynamic Range: 103 dB (A-weighted)

•     Chipset ADC/DAC Dynamic Range: 114 dB (A-weighted)

•     Latency (Minimum Buffer Size): 77 SamplesNote: For Latency, the test machine was a Dual Core 2.66gHz Xeon

•     Mac Pro with 2GB of RAM, running 10.5.7

Microphone Inputs

•     Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 105 dB

•     SNR (A-weighted): -105 dB

•     Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz +/- 0.1 dB

•     THD+N: 0.0025% (measured at 1kHz with a 20Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)

•     Noise: EIN > 120dB (measured with 50dB of gain with 150 Ohm termination (20Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)

•     Maximum Input level @ Minimum gain for 0 dBFS (without pad): -2.5 dBu

•     Pad Attenuation: 10 dB

Line Inputs

•     Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 105 dB

•     SNR (A-weighted): 105 dB

•     Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz +/- 0.1dB

•     THD+N (A-Weighted): < 0.001% (measured with 0dBFS input and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)

•     Noise: -90dBu (22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)

•     Maximum level (A-weighted): 16.3dBu at 1%

Instrument Inputs

•     Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 105 dB

•     SNR (A-weighted): 105 dB

•     Frequency Response 20Hz-20KHz +/- 0.1 dB

•     THD+N, -1dBFS, min gain, no pad < 0.0025%

•     Maximum Input Level for 0 dBFS (minimum gain, no pad): -3 dBu

•     Maximum Input Level for 0 dBFS (maximum gain, no pad): -53 dBu

•     Maximum Input Level for 0 dBFS (minimum gain, with pad): +7 dBu

•     Maximum Input Level for 0 dBFS (maximum gain, with pad): -43 dBu

•     Pad Attenuation: 10 dB

•     Crosstalk: > 80 dB

Analogue Audio Outputs 1-2

•     Electronically Balanced Outputs

•     Maximum Output Level (0dBFS): +9 dBu

•     THD+N: 0.0025% (0 dBFS input, 20Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)

Analogue Audio Outputs 1-4 (RCA phono)

•     Unbalanced Outputs

•     Maximum output level (0dBFS): -3.5 dBu

•     THD+N: 0.03% (0 dBFS input, 20Hz/20kHz bandpass filter)

Headphone Outputs

•     Frequency Response: 20Hz-20KHz +/- 0.1 dB

•     SNR (A-weighted): 103 dB

•     Dynamic Range: 103 dB

•     Maximum Output into 32R: +3 dBu (-1.4 dBV)

•     Power into 32R: 24 mW

•     Output Impedance: < 7 Ohms

•     Load Impedance: > 24 Ohms

Additional Conversion Performance

•     Clock jitter < 250 picoseconds

Supported Sample Rates

•     44.1kHz / 48kHz

Connectivity

Analogue Channel Inputs (Inputs 1-2)

•     2 x XLR Mic/Line/Inst Neutrik Combi-Jacks (Inputs 1-2)

•     Automatic switch of Mic / Line (inserting a jack switches from Mic to either Line or Instrument (instrument selected via front panel)

Analogue Audio Outputs (Outputs 1-4)

•     2 x TRS analogue outputs (Outputs 1-2)

•     4 x RCA Phono outputs (Outputs 1-4)

•     1 x TRS stereo headphone output (switchable to outputs 1 and 2, or 3 and 4)

Other I/O

•     1 x USB 1.1 compliant USB port

•     1 x pair of MIDI I/O

Dimensions

•     W = 220 mm / 8", H = 45 mm / 1" , D = 145 mm / 5"

Weight

•     1 kg / 2.2 lbs

System Requirements

Macintosh

    - Computer: Apple Macintosh with a USB 1.1 compliant USB port
    - CPU/Clock: PowerPC G4/1 GHz or higher (Intel/Dual 1 GHz or better recommended
    - Memory (RAM): 512 MB (1 GB or more recommended)
    - Screen Resolution: 1024x768 (1280x1024 or more recommended)

Windows

    - Computer: Windows compatible computer with a USB 1.1 compliant USB port
    - CPU/Clock: Pentium or AMD with 1 GHz or higher (Dual 1 GHz or better recommended)
    - Memory (RAM): 512 MB (1 GB or more recommended)
    - Screen Resolution: 1024x768 (1280x1024 or more recommended)

Setup Diagram

Customer Review

“ The unit is rock solid, well built and functions great. ”

Pat

“None of the interfaces(in this budget range) comes with enough software , so I at least wanted the best hardware for my money.”

recordathome 

  

“The front panel controls are very smooth and solid feeling.”

Matthew Self 

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Zoom H4N Digital Recorder

  Zoom H4N Digital Recorder

  Total Features.

• Built-in X/Y stereo mics record at either 90° or 120°
• Four channel simultaneous recording using built-in and external mics
• Digitally controlled, high-quality mic preamp for improved audio quality
• Large 1.9-Inch LCD screen and improved user interface for easy operation
• 24bit/96kHz Linear PCM recording for pristine recording
• MP3 recording for increased recording time
• Built-in reference speaker to check recordings
• Shock resistant rubberized body for improved chassis protection
• Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) compatible time stamp and track marker
• Records on SD/SDHC media of up to 32GB for maximum recording time
• Auto-record and pre-record feature so you never miss a moment
• Variable speed playback capability for “phrase training”
• Stamina mode enables 10 hours of continuous battery life
• Onboard mid-side matrix decoder for additional miking possibilities
• Built-in mounting joint for tripod and mic stand mounting
• USB 2.0 port for faster file transfer
• XLR inputs with phantom power allow recording with any mic
• Supports plug-in power type external mics
• Hi-Z Inputs for recording guitar and bass
• Studio effects onboard, including guitar and bass amp modeling
• USB audio interface capability
• Low-cut filter to reduce noise
• Normalizing and file splitting functions
• Mono mix function
• Onboard tuner and metronome
• Includes 1 GB SD card, wind screen, mic clip adapter, AC adapter, USB cable, protective case and Cubase LE recording software
• Optional remote control (RC4) available

      By this this content MGI would like to present product to you. The Handy sound recorder interface. Zoom H4N.(features from official Zoom's site here.)
     The Zoom H4N is the Handy Digital Recorder with additional feature to record the audio. Ideal for lectures, interview, rehearsals, meeting, music playing etc. The original size of Zoom H4N are equal to palm.
     The feature of H4N are true X/Y stereo microphones to pick up clear, natural without phrase shifting. And with it's microphone can be rotated to recording pattern by 90° or 120° for you own recording desire. With the digitally-controlled preamp, its allow you to capture the Linear PCM Audio at rates up to 24-Bit/96kHz. And this recorder will capture the audio to SD or SDHC card with high capacity at 32GB. With USB 2.0 Port allows you to transfer file to MAC or PC easily.

The special playback mode that can adjust speed

     Zoom H4N can receive the input from your own microphone or instruments. the H4N comes with features XLR/TRS Combo input jacks with phantom capability. Have 3.5mm line output and built-in reference speaker for playback your record. H4N can be operate by standard AA batteries, with special features called "Stamina Mode", its can provide up to 11 hours of continuous recording at 16-bit/44.1kHz.
     The other interesting feature from H4N are variable playback speed, automatic and pre-record functions, low-cut filter and limiter for enhance the quality of sound from recording, time stamping, metronome, tuner etc.



     The LCD screen and intuitive controls are easy to use, even for recording novice. all other accessories are included in box. You're ready to start record instantly.

     Accessories list in box that comes with Zoom H4N

• AC Adapter
• SD Card (2GB)
• Windscreen
• Mic Clip Adapter
• USB Cable
• Protective Case
• 1-Year Limited Warranty 

     Customer review

• "It gets really great sound in any room and I'm very please with its quality. ”
  Celeste Thoms.
• "On the strength of the company's product description, I have now purchased the Zoom H4n. ”
  J. Kelly.
• "The one thing I can say about the sound is that it is accurate. "
  Arron Morris.

Review Video here.

Unboxing.

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