Music Computing Announces Next Generation Music Keyboard Workstations for Studio and Live Performance: StudioBLADE™ and iKeyDOCK™

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Music Computing, Inc. today announced their new line of keyboard workstations for both gigging musicians and any size recording studio are now shipping. The StudioBLADE™ and iKeyDOCK™ are complete, portable production stations, which either include a built-in Windows 7 64-bit PC with touch-screen and DAW software suite, or a docking system for any PC/Mac notebook.

The StudioBLADE™ series are powered by Intel® processors and 64-bit Windows® 7, and each model ships with a total studio package with DAW (digital audio workstation), virtual instruments, mastering effects, and utilities for the ControlDAW™ MIDI control surface. 2 additional monitors are supported.

A powerful combination of hands-on control begins with the tilt and telescoping 10.1-inch touch panel (more than twice the size of most workstation screens), the high-quality 61-key synth action, or 88-key weighted piano action keyboard; and formidable ControlDAW interactive knobs, buttons, and sliders, managed by GeoMIDI™ mapping software.

The large 64-button grid control surface, in addition to knobs and sliders, is a powerful tool for musicians using grid-style programs like Ableton Live. Music Computing's TriggerGrid™ sample trigger player for drum pads turns the grid surface into a massive 64-pad virtual percussion instrument.

Each StudioBLADE also includes Studio One Pro from Presonus, a highly respected DAW solution complete with virtual instruments and mastering FX, plus 10GB of sounds. Music Computing's included SonicSource™ VSTi soft-synth contains thousands of sound presets (8GB).

"With remarkable audio processing capabilities like 'drag and drop mastering,' the StudioBLADE is one of the most powerful keyboard instruments ever built," said company CEO, Victor Wong. "At just 28 lbs. and 36-inches in length, the 61-key version of the StudioBLADE is a truly portable all-in-one 'grab and go' solution for the gigging musician, or a home studio user with limited space."

Pricing starts at $2599 (US/SRP) for the 61-key Intel Core 2 configuration with 24/48 audio, 2 combo XLR and 1/4-inch mic inputs with phantom power, 2 balanced outs, and headphone jack. Optional upgrades include 24/96 audio and 8 inputs, more RAM, and internal hard drives.

StudioBLADE information: http://www.musiccomputing.com/studioblade

About the Music Computing iKeyDOCK:

The innovative iKeyDOCK™ keyboard workstations are suitable for any musician already comfortable with using a Windows® OS, and/or Apple Mac® notebook. Similar to the StudioBLADE series, minus the touch screen and internal PC, the iKeyDOCK provides a dockable solution for any notebook; simply plug-in and start playing.  Like the StudioBLADE, a 61-key synth-action, or 88-key piano keyboard, audio and MIDI I/O, ControlDAW™ MIDI control surface, and performance software are included.

The iKeyDOCK starts at $1499 (US/SRP) with 24/48 audio, 2 combo XLR and 1/4-inch mic inputs with phantom power, 2 balanced outs, and headphone jack. Upgrades include 24/96 audio and 8 inputs.

iKeyDOCK information: http://www.musiccomputing.com/ikeydock

About Music Computing, Inc.:

A fully U.S. based company with local just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing capability, Music Computing designs, develops, and supports its products in-house. Products can typically ship within 7 days of an order being placed.

Victor Wong, with more than 20 years of industry expertise, brings his computer music and electronics design and development prowess to Music Computing, Inc. His mission for the company is to invent new technologies and to integrate them with proven standards leading to the best possible instruments for musicians and other tech-savvy users.

For more information, visit: www.MusicComputing.com.

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