Gadget Labs Introduces New WavePRO 24-bit Audio
Interfaces
October 6, 1999
Adding a family of complimentary products to its successful
Wave/824(TM) interface, Gadget Labs introduces new flexibility to Windows and
Mac desktop audio recording with integrated WavePRO(TM) products.
Comprised
of 24-bit PCI audio cards, interface patch boxes and software drivers, the WavePRO
family integrates easily with popular analog and digital studio equipment. All
of the WavePRO equipment is based upon Gadget Labs' proprietary SoundCache(TM)
architecture, ensuring the smooth flow of audio to and from the computer.
"Whether you are looking for a four-channel audio interface with MIDI
for your home studio, or professional, 24-channel capability with ADAT connectivity,
the WavePRO family can meet your needs," said Rob Ranck, Gadget Labs president.
"We're offering incredible flexibility to mix and match components to fit
your audio recording requirements and budget."
All WavePRO PCI cards include special features that facilitate interconnection
and scalability. First, each card includes a clock sync connector that allows
the master audio clock to be shared (256x super-clock). This ensures that multiple
cards and audio channels work together as a single unit with locked timing and
no audio drift. Second, the WavePRO cards include a special, "daughtercard"
connection for adding optional digital audio features, specifically ADAT light
pipe and S/PDIF. Lastly, the software drivers are built from a common platform
to ensure compatibility.
The WavePRO line builds on the success of the Wave/824 digital recording interface,
with 8-in and 8-out channels of 24-bit digital audio. The Wave/824 includes PCI
card and rack-mount patch box with active-balanced electronics for quiet analog
connection to audio mixers, preamps and amplifiers. Shipping directly to customers
since early this year, the Wave/824 is available for $599 U.S.
The new additions to the WavePRO line include:
Wave/424(TM) - A digital recording system offering 24-bit recording at an incredible
entry-level price, the Wave/424 features four inputs and four outputs. Available
with Windows 95/98 and ASIO-2 software drivers, the Wave/424 begins shipping directly
to consumers in October '99, priced at $299. Mac versions are scheduled for November
'99 shipping, with Windows NT support set for early 2000.
Wave/496(TM) - The Wave/496 brings new affordability to multichannel 96 kHz
recording with four sets of balanced inputs and outputs. An active, half-rack
patch box is included and audio levels are selectable at +4 dBu or -10dBv. The
unit is scheduled to ship in November, priced at $399 U.S.
Gadget Labs WavePRO family also includes optional "daughtercards"
to add popular digital audio interfaces to the base PCI cards:
ADAT option card - Based on the new Alesis 1401 and 1402 chips for complete
compatibility, the ADAT option adds a digital audio lightpipe connection. To ensure
synchronization with other digital studio components, Word Clock input and output
connections are also included. The WavePRO ADAT Option card is scheduled to ship
in October for $249 U.S.
S/PDIF option card - The WavePRO SPDIF option adds digital audio I/O with support
for 16-bit or 24-bit sample depth. Shipping now for $129 U.S. the S/PDIF option
card has been enhanced to include both RCA and optical connections.
Gadget Lab WavePRO products are available direct in the U.S. and Canada through
the Gadget Labs web site. In 35 countries outside of North America, sales are
through a global network of distributors and retailers that can be found there
as well.
For more information, visit Gadget Labs on the web at www.gadgetlabs.com.
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