Future-proof digital recording is here
With the pristine fidelity and ultimate flexibility of 1-bit
technology, the new, surprisingly affordable MR-1000 and MR-1 ensure
that your final mixes and location recordings are never obsolete.
Uncompromising, future-proof fidelity at an unprecedented price
Korg's new, super-portable MR Professional Mobile Recorders break new
ground by providing high fidelity 1-bit recording technology at unheard
of low prices. The hand-held MR-1 provides high quality 1-bit/2.8 MHz
recording and playback, while the mobile/tabletop MR-1000 delivers an
astonishing 1-bit/5.6 MHz, doubling industry DSD recording quality
standards.
Powerful new software bundled with each MR recorder enables the
conversion of your 1-bit recordings and mixes into all of today's audio
formats without degradation. Best of all, by archiving your data in
1-bit format you're ready for the future, as playback systems and
standards change.
The MR Professional Mobile Recorders are ideal for source
recording, podcasting, broadcast journalism including ENG/EFP, as well
as archiving final mixes and master recordings.
1-bit technology equals pristine fidelity
1-bit recording is the latest advancement in audio, and has been
adopted for use in the critically acclaimed SACD recording format. It
offers a frequency response of DC to 100 kHz and dynamic range of 120
dB. This uncompromising fidelity, low noise floor, extended dynamic
range, lifelike imaging and analog quality depth has been praised by
top experts. But there are other important advantages to the format
that are of benefit to all recording professionals, regardless of their
tracking platform.
Future proof flexibility
Today's state-of-the-art 24-bit converters use high-speed 1-bit
conversion to capture audio, using real-time decimation and other
processes to present the data in the desired bit depth/sample rate
format. The beauty of the MR's bitstream format is that it uses the
original 1-bit data, without the need for the other processes. What
comes in comes out, with no manipulation needed.
As files are converted and reconverted between various bit depths and
sampling rates, there are possibly degrading effects, depending on the
sample rate conversion algorithms. The critical issue is that files
mixed and mastered in today's state of the art resolution may be
insufficient for tomorrow's formats. Archiving your final mixes and
masters in a 1-bit system allows you to bypass these issues, and
preserve your music with both the highest fidelity and in a more
"universal" format. That data then can more easily be converted at a
later date to the bit depth/sample rate format of your choice without
compromising the integrity or fidelity of the data. You can even
convert to newer formats that will be adopted in the future, be they
multi-bit or a further migration to the 1-bit format.
Free integrated software solution
Both MR recorders come with Korg's innovative and powerful AudioGate™
software for Mac® and PC. AudioGate can convert 1-bit recordings into
WAV and AIFF formats at various bit-rates (and vice versa) and offers
real-time conversion and playback of 1-bit files. It also does
essential functions like DC offset removal, gain control, and fade
in/out. The combination of these recorders and this exclusive software
makes the perfect system for both capturing and preserving your
critical projects and source recordings. This archiving capability that
had only been the domain of the major record companies and top studios
is now available for everyone!
Real world features
Each recorder supports multiple recording formats including DSDIFF,
DSF, and WSD 1-bit formats, as well as multi-bit PCM format (BWF) with
resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz. They both feature internal hard
drives, 40 Gbyte in the MR-1000 and 20 Gbyte in the MR-1 offering ample
recording time, and USB 2.0 connection for fast and easy transfer of
files between the recorder and your computer.
The ultra portable MR-1 includes dual balanced mini plug inputs and a
stereo mini plug output. It includes a stereo electret condenser mic so
the unit can be tucked away and the mic clipped or placed in a
convenient location. It features an intuitive, menu-driven interface
featuring a large backlit LCD for superb visibility.
A total of one thousand projects*** can be recorded in the MR-1, and
file management functions such as Rename, Delete, and Protect can be
easily applied to individual projects. Up to one hundred mark points
can also be stored in each project.
***Recognizes a maximum of 200 projects for each format (WAV, DFF, DSF and WSD), max 1,000 projects
Free Integrated Software Solution
The
MR-1 comes with Korg’s innovative and powerful AudioGate™ software for
Mac® and PC. AudioGate can convert 1-bit recordings into WAV and AIFF
formats at various bit-rates (and vice versa) and offers real-time
conversion and playback of 1-bit files using your computer’s audio
hardware.
It also does essential functions like DC offset removal, gain
control, and fade in/out. The combination of the MR-1 and this
exclusive software makes the perfect system for both capturing and
preserving your critical projects and source recordings. This archiving
capability that had only been the domain of the major record companies
and top studios is now available for everyone!
1-bit Technology Equals Pristine Fidelity
1-bit
recording is the latest advancement in audio, and has been adopted for
use in the critically acclaimed SACD recording format. It offers a
frequency response of DC to 100 kHz and dynamic range of 120 dB. This
uncompromising fidelity, low noise floor, extended dynamic range,
lifelike imaging and analog quality depth has been praised by top
experts. But there are other important advantages to the format that
are of benefit to all recording professionals, regardless of their
tracking platform.
Future Proof Flexibility
Today’s
state-of-the-art 24-bit converters use high-speed 1-bit conversion to
capture audio, using real-time decimation and other processes to
present the data in the desired bit depth/sample rate format. The
beauty of the MR’s bitstream format is that it uses the original 1-bit
data, without the need for the other processes. What comes in comes
out, with no manipulation needed.
As files are converted and reconverted between various bit depths
and sampling rates, there are possibly degrading effects, depending on
the sample rate conversion algorithms. The critical issue is that files
mixed and mastered in today’s state of the art resolution may be
insufficient for tomorrow’s formats. Archiving your final mixes and
masters in a 1-bit system allows you to bypass these issues, and
preserve your music with both the highest fidelity and in a more
"universal" format. That data then can more easily be converted at a
later date to the bit depth/sample rate format of your choice without
compromising the integrity or fidelity of the data. You can even
convert to newer formats that will be adopted in the future, be they
multi-bit or a further migration to the 1-bit format.
Future Proof Recording Explained
For
a complete overview of current PCM digital audio techniques and some of
the principals and advantages that 1-bit recording provides both in
terms of fidelity and archiving for future use, read Future Proof Recording Explained.
* Notes: Recording Formats
DSF (DSD Stream File)
This is a DSD file format supported
by some Sony "VAIO" personal computers (models with the "Sound Reality"
engine) sold since September, 2005. This format is already supported by
software such as "SonicStage Mastering StudioVer.2.0" and "DSD Direct,"
and it is expected that increasing numbers of software titles will
support it in the future, including shareware and freeware.
WSD (Wideband Single-bit Data)
This is a 1-bit audio file
format created by the "One-bit Audio Consortium." It accommodates all
formats of one-bit audio data without limitation of channel number or
sample rate. The "One-bit Audio Consortium" was established in 2001
with the goal of contributing to the advance of audio through research,
development, and popularization of 1-bit audio technology, and its work
is currently supported by more than sixty members.
