PreSonus Introduces Music Creation Suite Recording Kit

PreSonus has announced the Music Creation Suite, a complete, integrated music-creation solution that's ideal for educators, students, and home studio enthusiasts. PreSonus will offer lesson plans and instructional videos to help music educators get the most from the new hardware/software recording and composition kit.

This all-PreSonus package includes

AudioBox USB audio/MIDI interface:

• Bus-powered USB audio and MIDI interface.
• 24-bit resolution, 44.1 and 48 kHz sampling rate.
• 2 combo mic/instrument inputs with Class A mic preamps.
• Works with any audio software that supports ASIO or Core Audio.
• 48V phantom power for condenser microphones.
• Zero-latency monitoring via internal mixer.
• 6-foot (1.8 meter) USB cable included.
• 1/3U rack-mountable.

Studio One Artist recording and production software (DAW) :

• Elegant single-window work environment.
• Powerful and intuitive drag-and-drop functionality.
• Unlimited audio tracks, MIDI tracks, buses, VIs, and FX channels.
• Instantly configures to PreSonus audio interfaces.
• 28 Native Effects 32-bit effects and 4 virtual instrument plug-ins.
• Compatible with Mac and Windows.
• Integrates with free Nimbit account for distributing recordings on the Web.

Notion notation software:

• Easily compose, play back, and edit music.
• Playback with orchestral samples recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra and more.
• Perform scores using Notion as a live instrument.
• Create a score on a Mac or PC and edit with Notion for iPad (not included).
• Import/export files via MusicXML.
• ReWire support (host and slave).

PS-49 USB 2.0 MIDI keyboard:

• 49-key, unweighted, velocity-sensitive keyboard.
• Assignable controllers: pitch and modulation wheels, volume slider, and four knobs.
• Sustain-pedal jack (pedal not included).
• Octave Shift button (+4 / -3 octaves).
• Send Program Change commands.
• USB cable.

M7 studio condenser microphone HD-3 studio monitoring headphones:

• Large-diaphragm design.
• Mic-stand adapter.
• 9' / 3 m cable and cloth carry bag included.

HD-3 studio monitoring headphones:

• Lightweight and durable.
• Comfortable design for extended use in class or at home.
• Adjustable size fits students and adults.
• Extended frequency response.

USB 2.0 hub:

• AC powered.
• Four ports-connect AudioBox USB, PS-49, and two more devices.

U.S. map/street price is expected to be $399.95. Custom site licenses for multiple units can be generated when the products are registered.

For more information, visit www.presonus.com/products/Music-Creation-Suite.