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KORG XD (XTENDED DEFINITION) DIGITAL RECORDING STUDIOS DELIVER 24/96 PRO RECORDING, DYNAMIC EVENT AUTOMATION,
HIGH-QUALITY EFFECTS AND CD BURNING
IN AN INTUITIVE PACKAGE
MELVILLE, NY, March 31, 2004 — Designed to form the hub of a digital studio, Korg’s acclaimed D32XD and D16XD Xtended Definition recorders provide a complete professional recording environment in a single unit — recording, automated mixing, effects processing and CD creation. Both models feature 16- or 24-bit uncompressed recording with sampling rates up to 96 kHz, a large 320 x 240 pixel TouchView™ display, 8 channels of analog compression on input, a 64-bit digital mixer, 4-band EQ on every channel, internal hard drive, built-in CD-RW, and a multitude of analog and digital I/O options.
Both recorders offer eight XLR inputs with individual phantom power and eight 1/4" inputs (featuring individual pads and trim knobs). Each input is equipped with a programmable analog compressor. The optional AIB-8 (Analog Input Board) offers an additional eight 1/4" inputs, also featuring individual pads and trim knobs. Both models also offer a dedicated guitar input, expression pedal input, and dual phone outputs. In 24-bit recording mode, 12 tracks may be simultaneously recorded at 44.1/48 kHz sampling rates, or 6 tracks at the 96 kHz rate. Up to 16 tracks can be recorded at the same time when recording in 16-bit mode. Each track has eight Virtual Tracks offering up to 128 tracks on the D16XD and 256 tracks on the D32XD. The internal hard drive (40 GB D16XD; 80 GB D32XD) can be partitioned into multiple “Song Drives” to keep data organized, as well as a PC/USB drive (FAT32 format) that provides direct access from a computer, making it easy to copy, back up, or import/export audio files between the two systems.
The 64-bit mixer on the D32XD features a 56-channel/14 buss structure. It offers 16 motorized 100 mm faders for dynamic automation of mixing parameters. All tracks have individual parametric 4-band EQ (separate for recording and playback) with selectable hi/low shelving, and control of each band from dedicated front panel knobs. Sub mix channels feature 2-band shelving EQ, and there is an 8-band parametric EQ for the Master EQ. A dedicated AUX send knob (with four send-select keys) is provided on the surface as well. The 16-channel/24 sub channel D16XD offers most of the same capabilities with 16 high-quality 60 mm non-motorized faders and two AUX sends. Both models allow fader grouping and offer advanced automation functions, including support for scene automation (up to 100 scenes per song) to instantly recall fader settings, panning, and effects, and dynamic event automation able to replay fader and pan movements. Additionally, a convenient Mixer setup utility enables users to create, store and recall commonly used routings, levels, effects settings, and more. This saves time when switching from recording single instruments to full bands and from live mics to mostly MIDI and digital-based production.
The XD recorders feature a newly designed interface with a large format 320 x 240 pixel TouchView backlit display. It offers detailed yet clear information for each function being performed, and provides a graphic representation of EQ and effects settings, metering, and audio waveforms. Dedicated knobs below the display enable precise and intuitive control over all effects, submix level, cue level and master EQ editing. The screen has a four-level grayscale display with contrast control, and can be tilted for comfortable viewing.
Digital editing capabilities include auto/manual punch in/out, Copy, Erase, Undo, Reverse, Normalize, and Fade, plus special features such as Time Expansion/Compression (ideal for recording picture-related cues). Other new features include a noise reduction function in the track edit mode for cleaning up recordings made under less than optimal conditions, as well as the ability to import previous D-Series backup data.
Both recorders include 56-bit digital effects processing, offering popular effects such as reverb, compression, and chorus, as well as the sophisticated modeling capabilities of Korg’s exclusive REMS (Resonant Electronic Modeling System) technology. 128 presets (with 40 algorithms) and 128 user-defined locations are provided. The D32XD offers up to 24 Insert effects, while the D16XD provides up to 8. Both models include two Master and one Final effects.
Optional enhancements allow the user to expand the XD Series functionality. The AIB-8 analog input card supplies eight additional 1/4" inputs (for a total of 16), while the ACB-8 analog compressor board provides eight additional channels of compression for the AIB-8’s inputs. In addition, a DIB-8 digital interface card provides 24-bit ADAT optical I/O plus Word Clock interfacing (in addition to the on-board S/PDIF digital interface).
Complete CDs can be assembled and mastered, either in “Disc At Once” mode or song by song. The programmed song order, pauses, and IDs can be auditioned and edited before writing the CD. Final mixes are created by bouncing tracks down to the dedicated Master Track (with eight Virtual Master Tracks for creating and auditioning various mixes of each song).
Additional features include EQ libraries, the ability name tracks, six Locate points and much more. Finally, a built-in rhythm and metronome PCM sound generator contains a collection of contemporary and traditional patterns that can create a drum part for entire songs.
The Korg D32XD and D16XD Xtended Definition Digital Recording Studios are currently shipping with operating system version 2.0. Owners of previous versions can download updates for free from www.korg.com.
Pricing and available options are as follows:
D32XD $3750
D16XD $2600
ACB-8 $400
AIB-8 $350
DIB-8 $175Photo File: D32XD.JPG
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