Yamaha Ships Audiogram Computer Recording Systems

Yamaha Corporation of America is now shipping their new AUDIOGRAM 6 and AUDIOGRAM 3 Computer Recording Systems. Recently named Best in Show at the annual NAMM music trade show, these powerful yet affordable audio interfaces are designed to turn a computer into an intuitive tool for recording from virtually any microphone, instrument or audio device. In addition, the company is offering a $20 rebate on the AUDIOGRAM when purchased with a qualifying Yamaha keyboard, guitar, or bass.

Packaged as complete computer music solutions, the AUDIOGRAM Series bundle together a hardware interface with software for recording and producing music. Recording music from instruments, microphones, CD players or MP3 players is as easy as installing the included 48 track Audio/MID music-production application, CUBASE AI, on your computer and connecting the audio interface using the USB cable provided.

The AUDIOGRAM 6 features 2 XLR combo inputs with preamps, two stereo inputs, one-knob compression for dialing in the desired sound from microphones and instruments, and a USB jack for connecting to a computer. The compact AUDIOGRAM 3 features one phantom powered combo input switchable for microphones or instrument recording, a stereo input, a stereo and headphone output and a USB jack.

Purchasing an Audiogram 3 or 6 also qualifies you to register at http://www.MPSN.com to receive the X Factor DVD with over 4 GB of VST instruments from Sonic Reality, IK Multimedia, FXpansion and Arturia.

The AUDIOGRAM Series are now available for $149.99 retail (AUDIOGRAM 3) and $199.99 retail (AUDIOGRAM 6). Complete rebate terms and redemption form available at http://www.yamaha.com/rebates/. For more information, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Music Production, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com