SAN FRANCISCO–Korg unveiled their 1-bit professional mobile recorders at the AES conference in San Francisco. The hand-held MR-1 is designed for 1-bit / 2.8 MHz recording and playback, while the tabletop MR-1000 aims to provide up to 1-bit / 5.6 MHz. 1-bit recording has been adopted for use in the SACD recording format. A benefit of the 1-bit format is that it can be converted to any other bit depth and sample rate without error or degradation.
Korg has also included AudioGate software (Mac and PC), which is meant to convert 1-bit recordings into WAV and AIFF formats and offer real-time conversion/playback of 1-bit files.
The MR-1000 features mic preamps with balanced XLR, 1/4" inputs with phantom power and built-in limiting, plus XLR and RCA outputs. The MR-1 offers dual mini balanced inputs, an included stereo electret condenser mic and a stereo headphone jack.
The portable MR-1 and MR-1000 both feature metal housings and backlit LCDs. Each MR-recorder comes in a soft case as well. Both recorders can be powered by batteries (MR-1 – rechargeable lithium polymer; MR-1000 – AA) or via the included AC adaptor.
For more information, visit www.korg.com.
