USB Instruments and Audio Interfaces

Connect Analog and Digital Devices directly to your Computer

AltoEdge offers USB digital instruments, and USB audio input devices that make it easy for you to connect your analog and digital audio equipment (like a stereo, record player or guitar) directly to your PC.

• USB DJ Mixing Console Mix rare and favorite vinyl or tape to mp3 or podcasts.
• USB Turntable Convert rare and favorite vinyl to mp3 and CDs.
• USB Music Studio Combine a PC and stereo to create the ultimate home entertainment center, or create podcasts including your own voice.
• USB Audio Input Connect your stereo equipment for pure digital conversion.
• USB Electric Guitar Plug this digital guitar directly into your computer.
• USB Fast Track Guitar Interface (w/mic input) Connect a guitar and microphone to your computer and record your own songs
• USB Guitar Adapter Connect and record directly from your electric guitar to your computer.
• USB/MIDI Keyboard Plug this 49 key digital keyboard directly into your computer.

USB DJ Mixing Console

AUDBER3000 - World Wide Shipping Available

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Next-generation DJ machine - play, mix, perform and scratch your MP3 files like vinyl records on Windows XP or Mac OS X**.

Packed with features such as mixer, dual-player, effects, mic/phono preamps and a full-fledged monitor section, this 4-channel USB audio interface perfectly complements the free Zulu Professional DJ Software.

Get ultimate control over your virtual DJ machine and play, mix and scratch MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WAV and AIFF files with vinyl feeling. Included Software Download the free Zulu Professional DJ Software from NCH Software. Also includes Native Instruments Traktor 3 LE DJ software.

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Features

• Dual player, mixer, effects, 2 phono preamps plus a full-fledged monitor section.
• 2 versatile jog wheels to control typical DJ functions like scratching, pitch bending and cue searching.
• Total performance control through 3-band kill EQ, loop buttons, pitch and level faders per channel plus an ultra-smooth crossfader.
• Use the 2 internal phono preamps to mix your vinyl records with MP3 files or run the BCD3000 as a digital DJ mixer with full effects control.
• Internal microphone preamp with dedicated Level and EQ controls for MC performances or DJ's talkover.
• Dedicated control elements for play, cue, loop, pitch bend, search, effects and many more.
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life.

System Requirements

• Windows XP SP2, Pentium III or Athlon XP 1GHz
• Mac OS X G4 1.5GHz or Dual Core 1.6GHz
• USB 1.1 (or higher) port
• CD drive
• 512MB RAM

**When using the USB DJ Mixing Console with Mac OS X there are several limitations in comparison to using it with Windows.

• Hardware drvier is not required
• Input A is only switchable between the Microphone and Phono input by using MIDI commands
• The outputs are dedicated: Channels 1-2 are always routed to MASTER OUT and channels 3-4 are routed to PHONES.
• The properties of the MIDI interface and the LED cannot be reconfigured.
• Control Panel software to control the latency is not required.

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USB Turntable

AUDTT1USB - World Wide Shipping Available

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This quality USB turntable makes digitizing vinyl records a breeze. Once connected, the turntable transfers both 33-1/3 rpm albums, and 45 and 78 rpm singles to digital formats in mere minutes. You can connect to any home stereo with CD or auxiliary (AUX) inputs--no phono inputs required. Try it out with Golden Records Conversion Software, or use it to custom mix your own music with the USB DJ Mixing Console or Mixpad Audio Mixer Software.

Convert your Vinyl to CD or MP3 A revolutionary USB turntable that allows you to convert your old vinyl record collection directly to CD or MP3 on your computer. Works on PC and Mac Featuring USB connectivity for both PC and Macintosh computers. Archive your Vinyl Records Ideal for archiving your records to MP3 to play on any digital media player.

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Features

• USB connection for direct recording to your PC or MAC.
• Ceramic pick up.
• 3 Speed turntable: 33, 45, and 78 rpm.
• RCA Line-out to connect to your home stereo.
• One-touch play and stop.
• Automatic tone-arm reset.
• Built-In RIAA equalizer.
• Highly recommended for use with Golden Records Conversion Software .
• Includes Audacity Music Software. 

Minimum System Requirements

• PC running Windows XP or Vista.
• Mac running OS9 or higher .
• One available USB1.1 port or higher .
• Sound card or integrated audio.

Included in the Package

• RCA Line-out Cord.
• USB Cable.
• USB Software Driver.
• Instruction Manual.
• 45rpm Vinyl Adaptor.
• Transparent Dust Cover.
• Slipmat.

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USB Audio Input Interface

AUDUSBLB - World Wide Shipping Available

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Looking for a simple, affordable way to get your music into the digital realm? Or maybe you’d like to connect your computer to an external effects unit or recorder? Want to transfer your old cassette tapes to CD before all the oxide falls off the tape? The fastest, easiest way to get analog audio into your computer is with the USB Audio Interface.

Ultra low-latency 2 In/2 Out USB/Audio Interface with Digital Output provides a connection between the analog and digital domains.

Connect This ultra-compact, USB-powered device lets you connect your PC or Mac computer to virtually any piece of audio gear. And if you purchase the USB 49 key Keyboard, this device in included with your purchase at no extra charge. Works on PC and Mac Featuring Plug and Play USB compatibility with both PC and Macintosh computers. Convert your Cassette Tapes Ideal for archiving your cassettes to MP3 to play on any digital media player.

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Features

• Plug & Play USB connection to PC and Mac - no drivers needed!
• Ultra-compact, USB-powered interface.
• 2 analog RCA inputs and outputs.
• Additional S/PDIF optical output for direct digital conversion.
• High-resolution 48 kHz converters for high-end audio quality.
• Stereo headphone output with dedicated level control lets you monitor both input and output.
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life.
• Download site link offers substantial software package for recording and editing.
• Highly recommended for use with WavePad Audio Editing Software and MixPad Audio Mixing Software.

Minimum System Requirements

• Intel or AMD CPU, 400MHz or higher PC running Windows XP, 2000
• Mac G3, 300MHz or higher running OS 9.0.4 or higher, 10.X or higher
• Minimum 128MB RAM
• One available USB1.1 port or higher

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USB Music Studio Device

AUDUSBLK - World Wide Shipping Available

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This Audio Capture device and Software Studio lets you capture analog sound and music and convert them to digital format.

Typical Applications

• Capture sound and music from a wide variety of sources.
• Capture and mix your voice with music simultaneously.
• Create your own Podcasts.
• Convert analog music to digital format.
• Combine your PC and Stereo to create the ultimate Home Entertainment Center.

Dying to broadcast yourself on the internet? Don’t have the tools to prepare something extraordinary? This Music Studio is ideal for creating your own podcasting programs. Still own records and tapes that are now inconvenient to listen to or take with you? This Music Studio makes it easy to convert that great old music into the portable MP3 format that you can play almost anywhere. Always thinking of your stereo system and PC as two separate devices? Now you can connect both systems to create an ultimate home entertainment unit. Using additional software such as WavePad Audio Editing Software and MixPad Audio Mixing Software, you can edit your audio captures directly on your PC and mix multiple tracks to create your own combinations. And the free Switch software lets you convert between a huge range of audio formats, ready to burn your audio files to CD, DVD or Blu-Ray using Express Burn software. Plug and Play - all you need to connect your computer to the audio world is a USB port!

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Features

• Audio capture box with Line-in/out, SPDIF-in/out and Mic-in all in one.
• Capture audio source from cassette, turntable, CD, DVD, game console or microphone.
• Convert your old analog audio sources (such as LPs, cassette, turntable) into digital audio format.
• Connect your desktop or laptop to your home audio system and turn it to a HiFi stereo system.
• Create your own podcast program by capturing and mixing your voice with different background audio sources, such as cassette, turntable, or your PC music library.
• Record live performances or lectures and create your podcasts from them.
• Convert audio files into formats compatible with your portable player and UPnP-compliant living room devices.
• Burn high quality audio CDs (requires CD burner).
• User-friendly and intuitive interface.
• Easily select different input source and mix any other input sources.
• Real-time input volume display.
• Supports PC and Mac OS.

Roxio Easy Media Creator 9 LE digital media software included

• Easy Audio Capture
• LP and Tape Assistant
• RecordNow Audio
• Restore and rediscover your old favorites
• Convert your old LPs and tapes into CDs and DVDs, automatically extract soundtracks
• Create perfect mixes for any mood or occasion
• Supports music played on iPod, PSP or mobile phone

Specifications

USB 2.0 interface
• Inputs: Line-in RCA L/R Audio Input, SPDIF in, SPDIF connector, Microphone-in 3.5mm headphone jack input
• Outputs: Line-out RCA L/R Audio output, SPDIF out, SPDIF connector
• Audio Capture Resolution 16-bit.
• Sampling rate 8,11,12,16,22,24,32,44 or 48 kHz
• THD+N -70
• SNR 84 dB
• Playback Resolution 16 bit
• Sampling rate 8,11,12,16,22,24,32,44 or 48 kHz
• THD+N -69
• SNR 92 dB
• Dimensions 64mm x 110mm x 24mm

System Requirements

• An available USB port
• CD-ROM : for software installation
• CD burner : for making audio and MP3 audio CDs
• Minimum CPU - Intel Pentium III 500 MHz or faster
• 256 MB of RAM
• Microsoft Windows XP (SP2) or Vista
• Mac users can use the Music Studio with Garage Band or Sound Studio software (not included)

Included in the Package

• Music Studio 715 Device
• Installation CD with Music Studio Software
• CD with Roxio Easy Media Creator 9 LE Software
• Quick Start Guide
• USB Cable
• RCA Audio Cable
• Stereo to RCA Cable

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USB Electric Guitar

GTUSBG1B - World Wide Shipping Available

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Plug these amazing USB powered full-size guitars straight into your computer and turn your PC or Mac computer into a guitar amp and recording system without the need for any other hardware. This quality full-size electric guitar allows you to record to digital like a pro, or you can just spin a MP3 and jam with your favorite band. The high speed USB connection on your computer is all you need. Available in black only. (Buy Now pricing is for a single guitar in black, computer is for illustration purposes only, not included with guitar)

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Features

A Quality Electric Guitar

• Top-notch electric guitar featuring a 22-fret maple timber neck, and solid body.
• Chrome machine heads.
• 3 single-coil pickups.
• 5-way switching and vintage vibrato bridge.
• Powered via USB - no additional power supply required.
• Stereo Headphone socket lets you jam with your computer and can also be used for monitoring with active monitor speakers.
• Variable-speed file playback function for MP3, WAV, AIFF audio files-perfect for easy learning and practicing.
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life.
• Can also be used with any traditional guitar amplifier.

Accessories and Software

• CD, USB cable, adjustable guitar strap and 3 picks.
• 16-track music production and audio editing software.
• Guitar amp and stomp box modeling software.
• Using additional software such as WavePad Audio Editing Software, you can edit your guitar sounds directly on your PC. Then using MixPad MixPad Audio Mixing Software you can mix in other instruments and voice to create complete tracks, and with Express Burn you can burn your creations to CD, DVD or Blu-Ray.
• Use the free Pitch Perfect guitar tuning software to stay right in tune!

Guitar Specifications:

• Guitar Out connector: 1/4" TS, unbalanced
• Phones Out connector: 1/4" TRS stereo jack, output impedance 50ohms
• USB 1.1 connector: type A
• Digital Processing: 16-bit converter, sample rate 32.0/ 44.1/ 48kHz
• Power Supply: USB connection 5V, 100mA max.
• Dimensions: approx. 34" x 13" x 2.4" (990mm x 330mm x 60mm)
• Weight: approx 6.62 lbs (3.0 kg)

System Requirements

Windows and Mac Compatible

• PC: Pentium 700MHz with 256MB RAM/ Athlon XP 1.33GHz with 256MB RAM
• Mac: G4 733MHz with 512MB RAM
• One available USB1.1 or later port
• 1GB free HD space
• CD-ROM drive (For software installation)
• Microsoft® Windows XP(SP2)/ Mac OS X v10.3.x
• CD or DVD Burner for recording CDs or DVDs if required

Guitar Package Includes:

• USB Electric Guitar
• USB cable, adjustable guitar strap and 3 picks.
• Installation CDs (including music software)
• Installation Guide

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USB Fast Track Guitar Interface

GTUSBFAST - World Wide Shipping Available

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If you make music with MixPad Multitrack Production or other software recording programs, Fast Track USB is the easiest way to record your guitar with professional results. Just connect Fast Track USB to the USB port of your computer and you’re ready to rock. Fast Track USB has an input for instruments like guitar, bass and keyboards, plus a microphone input for recording vocals or other acoustic sounds.  Fast Track USB is the easy and professional way to add guitar, vocals, and more to your computer music experience.

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Features:

• Works directly with your PC or Mac OS X computer
• professional 24-bit/48kHz sound
• Powered by USB - no additional power supply required.
• Compatible with GarageBand and most other music software
• Use with MixPad Multitrack Production software for unlimited track recording and mixing.
• Edit audio with WavePad Audio Editor software for Windows and Mac OS X.  
• Mono switch sends input signal equally to left and right channels

USB Fast Track Specifications:

• Dynamic microphone input (XLR) with gain control and signal LEDs
• Switchable instrument/line input (1/4”)
• Stereo headphone output (1/8”) 
• Stereo output jacks (RCA)
• Level control for headphones and main outputs
• professional 24-bit/48kHz sound  
• Dimensions: 5.5" x 4.25" x 1.75' (14 x 10.8 x 4.5 cm)
• Weight: .45 lbs (.2 kg)

System Requirements:

• PC: Pentium II 350 w/ 64MB RAM
• Mac: G3* 300MHz/G4* 350MHz
• One native USB port

USB Fast Track Package Includes:

• USB Fast Track Guitar interface
• GT Player Express software

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USB Guitar Adapter

GTUSBLINK - World Wide Shipping Available

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Already have a great electric guitar and want to record direct to digital? Plug in your favorite guitar and turn your PC or Mac OS X computer into a guitar amp and recording system without the need of any other hardware. This USB interface is all you need to connect your guitar to your computer. It comes with the same great software package as the USB electric guitars above. (computer is for illustration purposes only, not included with USB interface)

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Features:

• Works directly with your PC or Mac OS X computer - ultra low latency ASIO drivers for PC included.
• Stereo headphone output lets you jam with your computer and can also be used for monitoring with active monitor speakers.
• Variable-speed playback function for MP3, WAV and AIFF audio files - perfect for easy learning and practicing.
• Powered by USB - no additional power supply required.
• High quality components and exceptionally rugged contruction ensure a long life.
• Use with MixPad Multitrack Production software for unlimited track recording and mixing.
• Edit audio with WavePad Audio Editor software for Windows and Mac OS X.
• Includes "Guitar Combos" software - the leading authentic guitar amp and stomp box modeling software.
• Also includes Kristal 16-track music production and Audacity editing software.

USB Interface Device Specifications:

• Guitar In connector: 1/4" TRS, input impedance 250kohm / 400kohm
• Phones Out connector: 1/4" TRS stereo jack, output impedance 50ohms
• USB 1.1 connector: type A
• Digital Processing: 16-bit converter, sample rate 32.0/ 44.1/ 48kHz
• Power Supply: USB connection 5V, 100mA max.
• Cable length: approx. 6" (150mm)
• Dimensions: approx. 1" x 3.8" x 2" (25mm x 96mm x 51mm)
• Weight: approx 0.2 lbs (0.1 kg)

System Requirements:

• PC: Pentium 700MHz with 256MB RAM/ Athlon XP 1.33GHz with 256MB RAM
• Mac: G4 733MHz with 512MB RAM
• One available USB1.1 or later port
• 1GB free HD space
• CD-ROM drive (For software installation)
• Microsoft® Windows XP(SP2)/ Mac OS X v10.3.x
• CD or DVD Burner for recording CDs or DVDs if required

USB Interface Device Package Includes:

• USB Interface Device
• Installation CDs (including music software)
• Installation Guide

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USB/MIDI Keyboard

AUDBER49 - World Wide Shipping Available

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The AUDBER49 is an ultra-compact master keyboard packed with superlatives: it features 49 full size, velocity-sensitive keys, 10 programmable MIDI controllers plus 8 user-set buttons. But we’ll give you even more: 50 virtual instruments that allow you to rock straight out of the box. Hit the keys of a grand piano or take off with breathtaking synths, sound samplers etc.

Plug and play your software instruments or MP3 tracks and run them straight into your sound system with the included USB/audio interface. Or simply record your stereo tracks on your Windows or Mac PC.

Download the free BroadWave Streaming Audio Server from NCH Software and you can broadcast your music, live, across the internet.

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Features:

• Unleash your creativity and play 50 virtual instruments and synthesizers, take off with an unlimited number of sound creations.
• Velocity-sensitive USB/MIDI keyboard featuring 49 full-size keys and unbeatable programming versatility, real-time control and playability
• USB/audio interface to connect your instruments and mixer, etc. to your computer for recording and playback
• Plug and play with Mac OS X and Windows XP
• 8 real-time rotary controls plus 10 assignable switches
• Freely assign MIDI control changes to the modulation wheel, volume fader and pedal port for ultimate flexibility
• Full 128 tone range via the octave shift function with multi-purpose LED status indication
• Separate MIDI Out allows controlling external samplers, synths and other equipment
• Runs via USB bus, batteries or a power adapter (not included)
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
• Includes composition and recording sofware

System Requirements:

• PC: Pentium 700MHz with 256MB RAM/ Athlon XP 1.33GHz with 256MB RAM
• Mac: G4 733MHz with 512MB RAM
• One available USB1.1 or later port
• 1GB free HD space
• CD-ROM drive (For software installation)
• Microsoft® Windows XP(SP2)/ Mac OS X v10.3.x
• CD or DVD Burner for recording CDs or DVDs if required  

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