Tascam Launches US-HR Series of High-Resolution USB Audio Interfaces

With orders for simple USB audio interfaces with one or two microphone preamps skyrocketing due to home use requirements, Tascam decided to launch an update to its existing US series of audio interfaces, highlighting features that will be better appreciated by today's market, such as iOS compatibility, USB Type C connections, and the support for 24-bit up to 192kHz high-resolution audio. The bundled software also highlights usage in podcasting and webcasting, with zero-latency direct monitoring function (mono or stereo for each input pair).

PC-based test and measurement Virtins Technology is recognized for both its Multi-Instrument multi-function virtual instrument software and for its extensive range of compact USB interfaces. Now the company announced a new 24-bit dual-channel USB data acquisition interface with charge input, extending its range of Noise & Vibration Measurement Systems. The new VT CAMP-2G05 was specially designed for use with sensors with electric charge output such as charge-mode piezoelectric sensors.

Røde Microphones announced a new range of accessories for its extremely successful RØDECaster Pro Podcast Production Studio. Directly resulting from listening to users' feedback, Røde introduced the DC-USB1 power cable, SC9 TRRS to TRRS cable, HJA-4 headphone adaptors, and XLR-ID cable identification rings. These four new products have been specifically designed to make the RØDECaster Pro more portable, more versatile, and even easier to use.

Legendary console manufacturer Solid State Logic (SSL) has launched their first-ever dedicated audio interfaces as part of a new personal studio range: the SSL 2, and SSL 2+. Both models are USB 2.0 devices that use the updated USB-C connector, can be USB-powered, and include class-leading mic preamps, featuring a legacy 4K analogue enhancement mode inspired by classic SSL consoles, plus studio-quality monitoring, and come with the SSL Production Pack software bundle.

Japanese audio manufacturer Zoom, announced the new LiveTrak L-8 portable digital mixer and recorder, which is intended not only for music recording in the studio and on the go, but also an ideal solution for podcasting. Since the introduction in 2018 of the larger LiveTrak L-20, with 20 inputs, later followed by the rack-mountable version L-20R and the musician-oriented L‑12, Zoom has reenergized the digital mixer segment with a balanced combination of features at affordable prices.

Berlin-based Native Instruments launched a new six-channel audio USB audio interface that directly addresses the needs of musicians. The second generation KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 follows the release of KOMPLETE AUDIO 1 and 2 earlier in 2019, completing a new generation of audio interfaces that fulfill the needs of small bands, duos, or solo producers with a flexible set of connections for studio or stage.