MXL Microphones has introduced a new USB mic, the MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone.
The MXL 990 features two gold diaphragm capsules in an X/Y stereo configuration and promises rich sound with excellent spatial imaging. The MXL 990 USB is a Universal Serial Bus instrument that connects directly to a computer without the need for [...]

Zoom has introduced a new portable recorder, the H2 Handy Recorder, designed for capturing interviews, musical performances, seminars and conferences. According to Zoom, the H2 provides studio-quality stereo recording in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable device.
Description:
The H2 is the only portable recorder with 4 mic capsules onboard in an W-X/Y configuration, for recording from the front at 90¬? [...]

 

PCAudioLabs has released Impact, a new case option its line of studio/music computers.
The case, a modular rack-mount design with acoustic foam insulation, was designed from the ground up taking into account how computers are used during the process of recording and mixing audio.
Prices for configured Impact audio workstations start at US $2,675. Details at the PCAudiolabs site.

VocalBooth.com, a manufacturer of modular sound reduction enclosures, has released their 14 Carat Diamond Series vocal booths. The Diamond Series, named for its shape, is a five-sided booth engineered to utilize the corner of a room. The five sided design also creates non-parallel walls that help to reduce standing waves.
The new 14 Carat series is [...]

Musikmesse: Alesis has introduced the iMultiMix 8 USB Mixer with professional mixing and direct-to-iPod recording. The mixer features a built-in dock that lets you record through the mixer directly to any 2nd through 5th generation iPod.
The iMultiMix 8 USB is the world’s first mobile recording mixer with iPod transport controls and a control wheel built [...]

MXL Microphones has introduced the MXL USB.007 stereo mic for direct to computer stereo recording on a PC or Mac.
No special software or drivers are needed, just plug the mic into your portable or desktop computer, set your preferences and enjoy instant studio quality recordings.
The mic uses dual gold diaphragm capsules in a XY pattern [...]

RealTraps has introduced the Portable Vocal Booth, a device that mounts on any microphone stand to create a highly controlled environment for recording vocals and spoken narration in acoustically hostile spaces.
The RealTraps Portable Vocal Booth is larger than competive products, comprising a pair of 2 by 2 foot absorbing panels in a fully adjustable V [...]

Audiofile Engineering has introduced voXover, a new voice-over automation tool and batch recorder for Mac OS X.
voXover is a voice-over automation utility and batch-recorder for multimedia projects that require large numbers of individual audio files to be recorded where a typical multi-track recorder is not feasible. Examples range from video game development and broadcast work [...]

Miglia Technology today announced the release of the Dialog Phone, a wireless phone that offers Skype and iChat AV integration. Skype and iChat are used by many podcasters for recording podcast interviews.
The Dialog Phone is specifically designed as a phone for your computer, doing away with traditional screens and buttons. Dialog features a call button [...]