KORG MR 1 Mobile Recorder

High-fidelity 1-bit/2.8MHz Recording in a Portable Unit!

If you're someone who does a lot of location recording and want to be outstanding in your field (so to speak) the Korg MR-1 portable recorder, offers the pristine fidelity and flexibility of 1-bit technology (used for the SACD format), which makes it an excellent choice for location recording, broadcast journalism, live music performances - even for rehearsals and song-writing sessions. By recording in 1-bit/2.8 MHz format you are assured that your most important, once-in-a-lifetime moments are captured in stunning detail, and ready for whatever the future brings you. And back in the studio it also provides superb final mix and archiving benefits.

Korg MR-1 at a Glance:

• High-quality 1-bit/2.8 MHz recording and playback,
• Dual balanced mini plug inputs, built in condenser mic, and USB
• Included software can convert 1-bit recordings into WAV and AIFF formats
• Supports multiple recording formats

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 10Hz to 100kHz 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.

Ultra Portable
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. High speed USB connectivity allows easily file transfer to and from a computer. The MR-1 runs on AC or long-life rechargeable lithium polymer battery.

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 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 this recorder 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
The MR-1 also 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. It features an internal 20GB hard drives for ample recording times, and USB 2.0 connection for fast and easy transfer of files between the recorder and your computer.

Korg MR-1 Features:

• High fidelity 1-bit/2.8MHz recording and playback
• Future-proof recording technology
• Built-in stereo electret condenser mic
• Dual balanced mini plug inputs and stereo mini plug output
• Frequency response: 10Hz-100kHz
• Dynamic range: 120dB
• Supports DSDIFF, DSF, and WSD 1-bit formats, as well as multi-bit PCM format (BWF) with resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz.
• Included AudioGate software for Mac and PC
• AudioGate can convert 1-bit recordings into WAV and AIFF formats at various bit-rates, real-time conversion and playback of 1-bit files, DC offset removal, gain control, and fade in/out
• 20GB hard drive
• USB 2.0
• Runs on AC or long-life rechargeable lithium polymer battery

The Korg MR-1 brings super high-fidelity 1-bit and future-proof technology to portable recording!