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M-Audio JamLab £59
M-Audio's unveils another USB guitar interface.
Computer Music, Tue 23 Oct 2007, 12:03 pm UTC
Continuing with its quest for total domination of the computer music world, M-Audio has released its smallest interface to date.
Designed specifically for guitarists, JamLab connects via USB and offers a single quarter-inch guitar input and a 3.5mm headphone output. Three rubbery feet prevent the solid black plastic casing from skidding about on smooth surfaces.
Installation takes around ten seconds, after which the interface enables you to record into your favourite audio app. JamLab ships with the GT Player Express application, which means you can use the device without a sequencer.
The software offers stomp effects and a variable speed loop player. The JamLab gives out decent sound quality and we really like the concept. Our only qualm is the price – £59 seems a tad expensive.
Verdict
A handy USB interface for guitarists but it faces some stiff competition!
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Pros
Decent sound quality.
Cons
A tad expensive.
Verdict
A handy USB interface for guitarists but it faces some stiff competition!
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Specification Show
JamLab
- Price:
- £59
- OS Requirements:
- Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later, Microsoft Windows XP SP1
- Power Supply:
- USB
- Additional Features:
- 16 editable presets
- Additional Requirements:
- Onboard USB connection or installed USB interface PCI card
- Ram Required (MB) (MB):
- 256
- Height (mm) (mm):
- 21
- Available Outputs:
- 3.5mm mini jack stereo, USB
- Width (mm) (mm):
- 85
- Supported Audio Drivers:
- ASIO, Core Audio, WDM
- Phantom Power:
- false
- Depth (mm) (mm):
- 53
- Sampling Frequency (kHz):
- 44.1, 48
- Description:
- Personal guitar system with USB audio interface
- Platform:
- MacOS/Windows
- Available Inputs:
- Guitar Input
- Interface:
- USB
- Effects Type:
- Chorus, Delay, Distortion, Noise Gate, Reverb
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