24-track workstation
Tascam
2488neo: This updated model has a new look and new mastering effects. Like its predecessor, the 2488neo has eight microphone inputs, seven effects processors, an 80GB hard drive and the simple user interface common to all Tascam Portastudios. The eight microphone inputs, four with XLR and phantom power, can be assigned to any track for recording large ensembles. A reverb effect, multi effect with guitar amp simulation, and up to 9 compressors are also included. The new mastering effect includes multi-band EQ, compression and limiting for professional-sounding mixes which can be burned to CD or transferred to computer through the USB 2.0 jack.
323-726-0303
www.tascam.com
tascamlit@tascam.com

Live mixer/recorder
Fostex
LR16: The LR16 is a live mixer with integrated 16-track multi-track HD recorder. It has two components: the 16-channel digital mixer, with analog-style operation and recorder transport controls; and the connector box, which includes the recorder and I/O panel. They are connected by a CAT-5 cable, and can be separated up to 164'. It records individual WAV track files, as well as a simultaneous stereo mixdown. The LR16's other significant features include: 44.1/48kHz recording/playback; 16-channel strips with digitally controlled trim and limiter function, and 3-band EQ; track bounce and punch in/out; FAT 32 file system, which can mount the full HDD data domain to PC via USB; master effects library (reverb, delay, etc.); group out 1-4 (TRS), aux out 1-3 (TRS), and EFF send (TRS); and rack-mount hardware on each piece.
800-7-FOSTEX
www.fostexusa.com
sales@fostex.com

Portable headphones
Ultrasone
HFI-15G: Designed for portable listening applications, the HFI-15G is the smallest headphone in the Ultrasone HFI line, but it still features Ultrasone's patented S-Logic Natural Surround Sound technology. They are open-back, supra-aural headphones. The HFI-15G allow the user to experience a natural surround sound sensation without the use of digital processing. Additionally, S-Logic technology reduces sound pressure on the ear drum by up to 40 percent, resulting in a safer listening experience for the user.
951-678-9091
www.ultrasone.com
P.Taylor@ultrasone.com

Downloadable audio
Istockphoto.com
Istockaudio: Istockphoto offers an easy way to purchase all types of multimedia (including audio) under one account. The audio offerings include music, spoken word/voice, instrumental and sound-effect audio tracks, movies, documentaries, commercials, video games, websites, toys, games, phone hold systems, presentations, etc. The site will include 5-30 second audio tracks, maximum length for standard audio (4 minutes), and it will start with nearly 10,000 audio tracks.
866-478-6251
www.istockphoto.com/audio
service@istockphoto.com