MESSE09: Cakewalk Ships Interfaces

US New audio interface and three MIDI interfaces now available 01/04/09

The UA-1G

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Cakewalk has used the Musikmesse platform to announce that its new line of cable-based interfaces is now shipping worldwide. Here's what they have to say about the new interfaces which were first announced at the Winter NAMM show...
The UA-1G USB audio interface, and UM-1G, UM-2G, and UM-3G MIDI interfaces are compact and affordable products that are suited to a wide range of digital music creators â€“ from hobbyists to professionals â€“ who need to connect multiple instruments, MIDI devices or other equipment to a computer. Each product is Mac and PC compatible and USB-bus powered and require no AC adaptor, so affording users enhanced mobility for recording on the go.
UA-1G Audio Interface
The UA-1G is a compact Stereo In/Stereo Out USB Audio Interface that offers excellent sound quality via multiple connection options and a simple, user-friendly design.

Perfect for use with a laptop in mobile or portable environments, whether it's the tour bus, hotel lobby, rehearsal studio or even at home
Hobbyists can use the UA-1G to record tapes or vinyl to a computer, or for higher-quality audio connection of their computer to their home entertainment system
24-bit/96kHz audio quality
Low latency ASIO 2.0 performance (PC); UA-1G is also WDM (Windows Vista, Windows XP) and Core Audio (Mac OS X) compatible
Large Input Level knob for easy control while recording
Includes Cakewalk's SONAR LE digital audio workstation for high-quality music recording, mixing, editing, and publishing
Contains high-end A-D and D-A converters for accurate recording and playback
An electric condenser microphone input that's similar to, but higher quality than, the 'MIC-IN' on most internal soundcard
Headphone output with volume control to quickly and easily listen to audio from your computer
A _" jack with Hi-Z switch option, which is ideal for recording high-impedance instruments like electric guitar or bass
S/PDIF optical I/O
Three MIDI Interfaces
The new UM-1G, UM-2G, and UM-3G MIDI interfaces are designed to be affordable solutions to easily connect MIDI devices with a computer through a USB connection. Each MIDI interface:

is Mac and PC compatible
is a compact, cable-style interface with a sleek form factor
conveniently incorporates an independent MIDI Out/Thru hardware selection switch for each output, providing functionality even if your computer is turned off
provides FPT (Fast Processing Technology) for fast, stable MIDI data transmission, as well as lower latency performance through FPT's Advance Driver mode
offers standard OS-based driver mode for instant connection to computers, even when drivers are not available
UM-1G in detail:

1-In/1-Out MIDI port with LED indicators for MIDI I/O signal monitoring
MIDI Check switch for quick troubleshooting of MIDI connections
MIDI cables are engraved with 'Connect to MIDI In' and 'Connect to MIDI Out' labels for no confusion when connecting devices
Perfect for hobbyists who want to connect a MIDI keyboard to a computer, or musicians who need MIDI connectivity to control or record music with a computer
Ideal for small studios or academic settings where only one MIDI device will be connected in close proximity to the computer
In live performance settings, use the UM-1G to control a synth, drum machine, MIDI light set-up, or master recording console
UM-2G in detail:

Features 2-In/2-Out MIDI ports for 32 channels of MIDI to control hardware and software
Provides ability to connect multiple MIDI keyboards, sound modules, control surfaces, and other devices to a computer
Ideal for musicians, producers or recording engineers with more than one MIDI device in a small studio or portable MIDI configuration
UM-3G in detail:

3-In/3-Out MIDI Ports
Control up to 48 channels of MIDI equipment
Expandable design allows you to daisy-chain up to three UM-3G interfaces, providing nine total MIDI inputs and outputs without the need for additional USB Ports
Advanced Driver mode uses FPT (Fast Processing Technology) to ensure low-latency, even with three UM-3G interfaces daisy-chained together
Up to 3 units can be rack-mounted via Roland RAF-70 kit, available separately
Ideal MIDI interface for the mid- to larger-sized studio
Out or Thru selectable switches built-in; select between MIDI Out and MIDI Thru for each output port
Great for live settings using multiple MIDI applications, including traditional instruments, synths, sequencers and live sound, lighting, and special effects
Pricing and Availability:
Recommended UK retail prices for the UM-1G, UM-2G and UM-3G MIDI interfaces will be Â£44.99, Â£54.99 and Â£84.99 respectively. The UA-1G USB Audio interface is available at a RRP of Â£94.99. More information: