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     by Reno Kling

Opcode takes the evolution of computer-based music hardware to the next level: simplicity and power combined. The new Universal Serial Bus (USB) along with Opcode's integrated software finally give musicians studio tools without the installation and setup headaches. No computer surgery for cards, no IRQs or DMAs to configure, and no I/O addresses to set- with USB it's truly plug n' play.

Opcode introduces seven new USB hardware audio and MIDI devices for almost every music studio need.

DATport

The DATport has 2 channels of RCA coaxial S/PDIF for transferring digital audio to and from the computer. It supports both 16 and 24-bit audio at 32, 44.1 and 48k.

 
SONICport

The SONICport has 2 channels of RCA coaxial S/PDIF, plus miniphone analog inputs and outputs with high quality 20-bit DACs. It supports both 16 and 24-bit audio at 32, 44.1 and 48k. (Mac and Windows.*)

 
SONICport Optical

SONICport Optical sports 2 channels of Toslink S/PDIF, plus miniphone analog I/O with high quality 20-bit DACs. It supports both 16 and 24-bit audio at 32, 44.1 and 48k. (Mac and Windows.*)

 
MIDIport 128
 
MIDIport 64
 
MIDIport 32

Shipping soon is Opcode's first USB MIDI interface the MIDIport 32 for both Mac and Windows. The interface works with any OMS compatible Mac software or Windows 98 compatible MIDI software and has 2 ins/2 outs for a total of 32 MIDI channels.

Designed for higher-end music studios, are the MIDIport 64 and MIDIport 128, cross-platform single space rackmount interfaces with 64 channels and 128 channels respectively. Both have Opcode's renown, rock-solid SMPTE to MTC conversion (all formats) and a unique "Auto-MIDI-Thru" capability for use without the computer.

STUDIOport AMX

Perfect for the home studio, the revolutionary STUDIOport AMX combines both audio and MIDI capabilities into a single space rackmount unit. Simply connect a single USB cable from the STUDIOport AMX and your Mac or Windows computer is ready for audio and MIDI instantly. The STUDIOport has 2 channels of analog inputs using 1/4" balanced TRS (tip ring sleeve) with attenuation pots, and audio status and clipping LEDs on the front panel. On the back are 4 channels of 1/4" TRS analog outputs, plus digital S/PDIF I/O and 64 channels of MIDI with 4 ins/4 outs. Opcode's rock-solid SMPTE to MTC conversion (all formats) completes the package.

*(Windows 98 audio drivers available now, Mac audio drivers due from Apple in early Spring 99)

  
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