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The Aigo F335 30GB has a scratch-proof high definition 4″ TFT widescreen with 480×272 resolutions for comfortable viewing. It supports the multi-video MP4, DivX and XviD formats. Its special feature allows the user to instantly record TV programmes with “Pause & Resume” function that allows the entire movie to be stored as one single file. It is now easy to preserve your favourite TV programme by recording it and preserve special moments. Its OTG Technology is unique as it allows a simple connection to the video camera (with a built-in AV OUT) and record directly into built-in hard disk. This Aigo digital media player allows the user simultaneous access to music, videos, photos and even games.

This media player is one-in-all model that even allows favourite TV programmes to be preset with different recording quality settings so that the user can store the programmes and enjoy them at leisure. Direct transfer of photos from digital camera without connecting to a computer is it’s another exciting feature. The 30GB version of this player has a maximum memory of 60 GB that allows a whopping 7500 songs to be stored in it. The Aigo F335 30GB digital media player has a built-in multimedia decoding chip that improves quality of images and enhances color display. For power supply, it has a built-in lithium-ion battery is rechargeable and offers up to 8.5 hours of back-up time at one go. Weighing a mere 250gm, it has USB 2.0 interface and has a headphone jack as its output.

Mixcraft 4 is an inexpensive and outstanding combination of MIDI recording and an editing studio, together with multi-track audio from Acoustica, which allows you to practically effortlessly record, mix, compose and create your own music. This software can be used extensively for both music loop remixing and for multi track recording. The Mixcraft 4 features MIDI and virtual instruments sequencing, both of which allow you to perform various functions such as editing, recording, composing and mixing music all in one application.

Now you can simultaneously play multiple tracks of audio, as well as MIDI virtual instruments, on account of the software’s multi track audio editing function. In essence, with the MIDI virtual instruments, it is the equivalent of owning your own electric drum like the Roland SPD-20, but without actually having to possess any physical hardware. You also have the option of adding an array of effects such as delay, reverb, flanger, guitar amp simulator and many more to your recording or mixing audio. Its music loop mixing function lets you either create your own new loop, or extract a loop from an already existing song. Mixcraft 4 also supports Acid and Apple Garage Band loops. All these features have been neatly wrapped up in the software and together increase the versatility of the mixing software.

This product features an excellent user interface and is a powerful combination of a mixing engine, which can support around eight CPUs, effects, virtual instruments and unlimited tracks with multi track recording. Mixcraft 4 is surely a package deal which provides the user with professional studio recording technology, phenomenal sound quality, a highly customisable user interface and, last but not least, low price.

An audio editor is a perfect investment for those who have the flair for creating and recording their own music. An audio editor programme gives you the convenience to save your songs or studio sessions initially, and modify them later. Audio editor’s basic function is to perform various editing operations on audio files.

Audio editors primarily include an audio mixer and a metronome. The metronome’s main function is to keep vocals and music in rhythm, while the audio mixer facilitates the adjustment of various music track settings such as tone, pitch and volume. Some programmes, known as multi-track editors, match the beat in between tracks, thus providing a smooth transition between two songs.

Almost all audio editors support the recording of large files as well. As multi-track editors support large volumes of songs, it is very important to make sure that both the sound card and memory are capable of doing as well. However, most modern computers, like the Hewlett-Packard HP Workstation, are more than capable of handling these tasks, so it should not be a major concern. Audio editors are heavily involved in storing audio recordings in the memory recorded from one or more inputs. Editors are designed to record or save a single song, or multiple songs, simply by editing the start time, stop time and the duration of any sound or song.

After the mixing of the sound or tracks you can play them back before they can be sent to one or more outputs. All audio editors are able to perform all their functions in a manner which is both non destructive and non linear.

The Stanton T.90 incorporates all the features of a professional turntable required by a DJ, in addition to the bundled software and USB recording functionality. It provides a very neat and tidy solution to the problem of converting rare vinyl records into excellent quality audio files. The USB compatible Stanton T.90 combines a turntable, recording software, phone to line pre-amp and the PC audio card, all in one simple product.

The Stanton T.90 is an extraordinary and sleek looking model with a host of very well placed features. It measures a17 x 14.5 x 5.5 cm (including the tone arm). The T.90 is also lighter than many professional turntables in the market, because most of its exterior is made up of high grade plastic.

The turntable’s dizzying array of features include dual start stop breaks, a switch for selecting modes of 45, 33 and 78 RPMs, pitch control with 8% and 12% ranges, a reverse button, and key-lock mode for digitally modifying the speed of the song irrespective of its pitch. The Stanton T-90 USB also features a USB port at the back, power switch, coaxial output and stereo RCA outputs. This product comes with two pieces of softwares, the Cakewalk Pyro 5 and Audacity.

The device is also fully compatible with Windows XP and this connection has been a giant success. The T.90 can act as both a recording and playback device. Vinyl can easily by converted to a digital audio file in any format. The T.90 also lets one mix a turntable’s audio and computer’s output into the same output, therefore bridging or filling the gap between the analogue and the digital worlds.

To conclude, the T.90 turntable is a recommendable and versatile tool for all aspiring DJs. Moreover, the way in which it transfers vinyl into digital and seamlessly brings together the digital and audio worlds is also quite helpful.

A sound mixer is a device which mixes two or more input audio signals and provides one or more output signals. These mixers not only combine signals but they also enhance sound with equalization effects, adjust levels and also record the mixes.

Mixers come in a variety of sizes and designs, with anything from small portable units to massive studio consoles. The mixer used in the professional recording industry, such as the Yamaha PM5D can cost thousands of pounds, while many other mixers, like the mini Alesis MultiMix 6FX, are designed for personal use. Mixer is a very generic term and can be used for any of the sound mixers. Sound console and sound desk also refers to mixers, which are massive in size and sit on the desk. These kinds of mixers are used in studio settings. The first impression of these mixers is quite intimidating, mainly because of a number of buttons or controls. But as they say, looks are deceptive; the same is true for nearly all mixers. Once you have understood their working model, you realize that there are duplications of the controls and they are not as difficult as they seem.

Some of the most common uses of mixers are in live performances, music studios, field shoots and television studios. Mixers are described totally based on the number of channels, for example, “12 channel mixer” would typically refer to a mixer with 12 channel inputs and a specification such as “24*4*2 would mean 24 input channels, 4 subgroup channels and 2 output channels. As the number of channels increase, the flexibility also increases. Therefore, it is always better to have more channels. Advanced mixing such as recording, monitoring etc, can be achieved by providing additional outputs.

Philips is one of the largest electronic companies of the world and has always given us some fantastic MP3 players with extra high quality audio. The SA2835 is the new MP3 player in its Go Gear range. It features a wide OLED display with the precision of a 128 X 64 pixel resolution. You can easily access the menu, which is very similar to menu interface of the iRiver S10 1GB portable media player. To give you a smooth and hassle free navigation system, the keys are provided on the four sides of the player with the power/selector and play key being on the top.

It has a mini USB port with which enables you to connect to other USB enabled networks. The front panel of the player flaunts a silver mirrored finish which certainly gives it an extra edge. It has a 3mm earphone socket located on the top. It also has an integrated voice recorder for taking down notes or lectures. Not only does it boast of a FM tuner, but also has an FM Recording option for recording your favourite radio programmes.

The SA2825 has a square shape with sophisticated looks which will add style to a person’s persona despite being slightly bulky. Of course if style is the most important thing for you, then this player would be an excellent option.