The Apogee company yesterday presented "One for Mac", an audio / microphone interface composed of two audio inputs and outputs as well as two USB connectors for microphone. This is the third generation of Apogee's "One for Mac" family, which offers the same sound quality and functionality as the existing one for both iPad and Mac. However, is now optimized for use on Mac only, that is, it does not include lightning cable, or power or battery charge. This time the starting price will be $ 249 and will be available in May, having to purchase a connectivity kit for iOS optionally sold separately.
With this small accessory we can connect for example a microphone and a guitar or use the built-in omnidirectional microphone in "One for Mac" to create our compositions. ONE even allows you to record with a microphone (either built-in or external) and guitar at the same time. According to the company, they are leaders in the use of analog / digital conversion software and in preamplifier technology integrated into the microphone, ensuring the production of music with great clarity or even the possibility of using it to make podcasts and voice-over recordings. providing studio-quality, high-fidelity sound. They also recommend use with GarageBand, Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, Ableton, or any Core Audio compatible application.
If you are interested in acquiring it, the technical characteristics are the following:
- 2 x 2 IN OUT interface with built-in microphone
- USB 2.0 connection for Mac with 24-bit AD / DA and 96Khz conversion
- Works with iOS - iPhone and iPad connection kit sold separately
- Low latency and perfect compatibility with Mac OS X
- 2 analog inputs and outputs:
- The microphone is condenser and omni-directional
- XLR microphone and 1/4 instrument jack
- 2 simultaneous inputs (+ built-in instrument or external microphone)
- Microphone preamp with up to 62 dB of gain
- 1 1/8 »stereo output for headphones or powered speakers
- Monitoring is straightforward with Apogee's Maestro software
- Compatible with GarageBand, Logic Pro X, or any Core audio application
- Includes exclusive offers on Plugins (upon registration)
- Die-cast aluminum chassis
- Legendary Apogee sound quality
- Designed in California - Built in the USA
As I said, it is not for sale yet although you can to take a look and expand information through following link.