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Yet another product from the innovative brain trust at elysia, the xpector is a dual Class A headphone amp and monitor controller with advanced monitoring features. From studio recording, overdubbing, and mixing to audiophile-quality music enjoyment at home, the xpector has you covered. Housed in elysia’s rugged, compact qube chassis with 12 audio connections on the back plate, the xpector goes where you need it and tackles any task. With its customizable engineer and artist feeds, the xpector lets everyone hear what they need to. Want to monitor via speakers? No problem. Stereo Direct and DAW inputs feed signals to the corresponding mix controllers on the front panel, allowing engineers and artists to tweak their mix to taste. The elysia xpector offers endless configurability. Loop in a mic preamp and feed the output signal to your audio interface. Tracking a rhythm section? Daisy-chain multiple elysia xpector units to give each musician a custom mix — all latency-free. With its impressive versatility and sonic excellence, the elysia xpector is a value-packed investment in smooth-running sessions that produce stellar results.

Audient's ORIA offers engineers an accessible, effective entryway into the world of immersive audio. This outstanding, Dolby-approved audio interface and monitor controller houses a full complement of digital and analog I/O, supporting up to 9.1.6 speaker configurations. ORIA boasts 24-bit/96kHz conversion, along with two excellent-sounding microphone preamps, two independent stereo headphone outputs, and fast, reliable USB-C connectivity. Onboard manual room calibration DSP provides access to EQ, speaker delay, trim, and bass management. You also get tight integration with Sonarworks SoundID Reference, with a 60-day free software trial and reference mic included. You also get convenient remote control support via your iPad. In summary, ORIA is your all-in-one solution for calibrating, controlling, and monitoring multichannel speaker setups from stereo up to 9.1.6 and everything in between.

(15) 5 inch Powered Studio Monitors, Dual 9.5 inch Powered Studio Subwoofer, (4) Wall Mounting Brackets, and (6) Ceiling Mounts

Dynaudio LYD 5

The LYD 5 is the bantamweight entry in Dynaudio's LYD line of active nearfield reference monitors, which makes it perfect for small control rooms as well as home hi-fi applications. The technology employed in the LYD series is distilled from Dynaudio's extensive experience in designing and manufacturing the no-compromise main monitors used in top studios worldwide. The foundation of the LYD 5's outstanding overall performance is its tight, accurate low-frequency reproduction. You rely on your monitors to reveal the truth about what you're recording. Does the lead vocal sit right in your mix? Is there too much bass? Not enough? Free of distortion, coloration, and phase issues that can cloud your judgment, the LYD 5 lets you know exactly what's going on with your tracks, mixes, and masters. With the Dynaudio LYD 5, you'll make better recordings.

Dynaudio 18S

Are you tired of trying to gauge the bottom end of your recordings? Dynaudio's 18S is a serious, pro-grade subwoofer that gets you tightly down to 16Hz. You'll feel the crush of a well-recorded kick drum. The full weight of a 5-string bass. You'll also be able to identify any low-frequency mud that needs to be cleaned up. To properly record frequencies this low, you've got to be able to hear them. Adding the 18S to your monitoring setup opens up a new world of performance that lets you record, mix, and master with meticulous accuracy — and deliver tracks that translate perfectly to the world beyond your studio. Employing dual-opposing 9.5" long-throw MSP+ Hybrid Drive units and 500 watts of Class D amplification, the 18S features intelligent DSP that seamlessly tailors its performance to popular Dynaudio high-end monitors, for true full-range monitoring that will help you make better recordings.

The optional iLoud Precision Remote Control lets you switch easily between 4 X-MONITOR speaker emulations or custom voicings and assign functions like ARC On/Off, Mute or Dim. And for use with ARC room correction software, the remote can control the measurement/room calibration process from the desk while providing visual feedback on the process status.

Spanning the boundaries of DJing, beat making, and spectacular performance, Pioneer DJ's PLX-CRSS12 strikes a harmonized balance between the best of digital and analog turntablism. Everything from the chassis and tonearm materials to its suite of compatible software and performance modes and its ergonomic, intuitive interface has been engineered for meticulous precision. MIDI-mappable performance pads, a dynamic OLED display, and flexible motor braking are just the beginning. Onboard Serato and rekordbox compatibility form the bedrock of its state-of-the-art DVS capabilities, including the unprecedented option of digital vinyl turntablism that eschews the tonearm and needle altogether, stunning DJs here at Sweetwater. The cutting-edge control doesn’t stop there, either. We’re simply scratching the surface.

Sony MDR-MV1 headphones offer reference-quality sound that's ideal for fine-tuning binaural mixes — a must if you want to churn out pro-level Dolby Atmos and Apple Spatial Audio deliverables. These high-resolution, well-balanced headphones boast a 5Hz–80kHz frequency response. Moreover, their meticulously tuned open-back acoustic design safeguards against unwanted internal reflections, and offers accurate reproduction of reverberant characteristics. The engineers here at Sweetwater are blown away with how comfortable MDR-MV1 headphones are, thanks to their light weight, secure fit, and super-soft suede ear pads. You also get rugged detachable cables and a machined-aluminum mini-jack adapter. If you work in immersive audio, don't take your binaural mixes for granted. After all, those are what the majority of your earbud-wearing listeners will hear. Put on a set of Sony MDR-MV1 open-back headphones, and you can mix anything with the utmost confidence.

The future of hybrid drumming has arrived at Sweetwater! The DWe drum kit from DW flaunts astonishing acoustic authenticity and low-profile wireless electronic playability, providing you the freedom to curate your craft in virtually any way you see fit. This 5-piece bundle boasts real maple shells that are all effortlessly swappable between natural acoustic and explorative electronic modes. How’s it done? By way of the DWe’s included swappable acoustic and electronic drumheads and top-tier cymbal pack. A tossed-in license for DW Soundworks, a DrumLink wireless hub, and an R-Tap audio processor grant you total access to a digital library of percussive possibilities. Plus, you’ll receive all the necessary mounting essentials in addition to a full outfit of DW’s 5000 series hardware, including their acclaimed 5000 series bass drum pedal. The best part? The DWe maintains that unwavering DW quality and attention to detail through and through, no matter how you choose to play.

The Solid State Logic UF1 gives you absolute hands-on control over your DAW-based studio. At the heart of this feature-laden control surface is a solid-feeling, 100mm motorized fader, further bolstered by dedicated transport controls, a weighted jog wheel, rotary encoders, and soft-feel rubber keys. Two high-resolution displays provide ample visual feedback of your DAW's track names, parameters, time display, and more. You also get a perpetual license for the SSL Meter plug-in, which you can visualize and control directly from the UF1. And with individual DAW profiles for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Studio One, Ableton Live, LUNA, and Pyramix, plus full SSL 360° software integration, the UF1 is ready to tackle anything you throw at it. Whether you use it on its own or in tandem with SSL's UC1 and UF8 controllers, the Solid State Logic UF1 provides a deep DAW control experience and a lightning-fast studio workflow that's been unheard of — until now, that is.

If you DJ with traditional turntables, then the name Technics is synonymous with classic quality. Their SL-1200 was instrumental to the birth of DJing as we know it — they're what many of the DJs here at Sweetwater grew up with. Original-run SL-1200s are still in high demand, but Technics has made a lot of improvements since 1972, and their modern SL-1200G is a far superior turntable. Then there's this amazing, next-generation SL-1210GR, a direct-drive turntable that takes everything great about the SL-1200 and kicks it up a notch. If you demand professional performance, then you need to get your hands a set of SL-1210GRs.

Want to start an argument? Ask a room full of old-school beat makers what the all-time best MPC is. Go ahead — we dare you. There's no way to know which one was the most popular. There's the sheer warmth that makes the original MPC60 a classic collector's piece that's still pumping out the grooves today, but there's also the amazing flexibility of the MPC2000/XL and the insane all-in-one features of the MPC5000. The fact is, each classic MPC is the "best" one in the eyes of one producer or another, but one thing's for sure, Akai Professional's MPC X is the modern MPC all the diehards have been waiting for. To commemorate 35 years of game-changing groove, Akai's launched the MPC X Special Edition, completely with the iconic, grey-based colorway, as well as a larger HDD and twice the RAM of the standard MPC X, totaling 48GB of internal storage!

Regular firmware updates ensure the MPC X is a constantly evolving instrument, ready to inspire and encourage new and innovative uses of its powerful suite of FX, instruments, and features. Instantly map drum pads to a full-scale keyboard roll, or inject some variety into any MIDI part with probability and ratcheting tools. An ever-growing armature of AIR effects takes single-instrument lines or entire tracks into new dimensions, including amp simulations, timbral sculpting tools, a granulation engine, performance FX, vocal augmentation tools, and more, alongside plug-in support for even more creative potential. There's also support for any class-compliant audio interface so that you can record and mix tracks directly from your Akai MPC unit!

Boasting a wide-ranging set of analog and digital I/O, Trinnov's NOVA makes a powerful centerpiece for any pro-level production room. This audio interface is built around eight channels of Dante, along with enough I/O to tackle multiple stereo pairs of monitors or a single 5.1 speaker set. Two channels of Trinnov Optimizer processing arms you with the company's renowned loudspeaker/room correction. You also get effective bass management. You can take full command of NOVA via Trinnov's La Remote monitor controller, or with a EUCON-compatible control surface. For engineers who demand the absolute best, NOVA's comprehensive I/O, industry-leading sound quality, and advanced monitoring functions are sure to impress.

Trinnov Audio have announced the upcoming release of NOVA, a new hardware room-correction solution being launched at this year’s NAMM show that aims to deliver many of the benefits of their highly-regarded ST2 PRO, D-MON and MC-PRO in smaller, more cost-effective package.

The company’s existing pro audio correction systems are based around custom PCs running Linux, and are housed within a 2U enclosure. NOVA is more compact, occupying 1U of rack space, and instead utilises an ARM processor which is capable of carrying out Trinnov’s room-correction and optimisation processing on up to six channels of audio, as well as handling bass management duties.

In addition to it’s correction capability, NOVA also boasts a comprehensive set of monitoring control facilities, and can also be used to carry out tasks such as speaker switching, as well as providing cue mix functionality and being able to create downmixes. By using Audinate’s Dante Virtual Soundcard software, it is also possible to use NOVA as an audio interface to provide direct DAW-to-monitoring system integration.

For audio voyagers that seek ultimate control, Rhodes has created the V8 Pro Edition, expanding the V8’s vast sonic palette, tweakability and nuance – offering a forensic level of control and customisation. For the V8 Pro Edition, Rhodes has deeply modelled the intimate behaviour of the MK8 FX board – featuring a VCA Compressor and Phaser paired with Bucket-Brigade Chorus and Delay.

The Slate RAVEN MTi2 control surface has changed the way producers and engineers interact with their DAWs. And if you've been waiting to take the plunge yourself, now is the perfect time to act and save big. This Slate RAVEN MTi CORE Station includes two RAVEN MTi2s in a matching workstation desk — resulting in massive cost savings to you. Your RAVEN CORE station setup will now have the customer appeal of an analog console, all with a posture-favoring ergonomic layout and the contemporary look of modern furniture. Get the most out of your MTi2s and save big when you bundle them with the Slate RAVEN MTi CORE Station.

Based on the TEC Award-winning Sphere L22 acquired from Townsend Labs, the Universal Audio Sphere DLX is a premium stereo modeling microphone system capable of emulating 38 of the most renowned condenser, dynamic, and ribbon microphones from music history. Combining ultra-transparent, low-noise circuitry with the powerful UA Sphere plug-in, the Sphere DLX gives you the sound of famous mics from Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony, and more. The system makes it possible to seamlessly audition different mics before, during, and after recording—and, with a Universal Audio Apollo interface, you can do it all with near-zero latency.

Get total creative freedom with almost everything we’ve ever released – a huge collection of synths, sampled instruments, effects, and orchestral libraries. KOMPLETE 14 COLLECTOR’S EDITION is our definitive production bundle, with specialized scoring tools for pro-level composers and producers including CHOIR: OMNIA, LORES, Knif Audio Knifonium, and bx_console Focusrite SC, plus KONTAKT 7, Ozone 10 Standard, and many more.

The Ultimate 10 bundle features over 100 UAD plug‑ins,* with top-sellers from Neve,® API,® SSL,® Fender,® Ampex,® Fairchild,® Helios,® and more. This plug‑in suite includes every UA‑developed title in the UAD library — for a fully stocked, authentic analog studio at huge savings.

Universal Audio creates some of the most well-loved plug-ins in the world. And with the Ultimate 11 Plug-in Bundle, you can get your hands on all the Universal Audio Plug-ins you'll ever need — and save yourself major money at the same time! The Universal Audio UAD Ultimate 11 Plug-in Bundle includes a massive library of 114 pre-selected Universal Audio plug-ins and LUNA Extensions.

Auto-Tune Unlimited is the entire collection of Auto-Tune plug-ins and professional vocal effects in one place. From the new Auto-Tune Pro X to the legendary Auto-Tune Effect, Auto-Tune Unlimited is our most complete suite of vocal production software.

Introducing Studio Display. An immersive 27-inch 5K Retina display* with a 12MP camera with Center Stage, studio-quality mics, and six-speaker sound system. Pairs beautifully with any Mac.

TCL's XL Collection QLED TV combines stunning 4K HDR and a wall-devouring 98” display in a bold, brushed metal design for a superior TV experience. Quantum Dot technology and the HDR Pro Pack with Dolby Vision combine for greater brightness and contrast, as well as a full palette of rich colors. TCL’s Contrast Control Zones™ technology optimizes the image across individual zones to yield striking contrast between light and dark areas. AiPQ Engine™ technology uses machine-learning algorithms to intelligently enhance color, contrast, and clarity, as you watch for an unrivaled 4K HDR experience. Gain a competitive edge with Variable Refresh Rate and Auto Game Mode, which combine to optimize big-screen gaming performance. The TCL XL Collection QLED TV with Google TV brings together movies, shows, live TV and more from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you. Discover what to watch next with recommendations based on your current favorites and what interests you. Enjoy easy home control and entertainment, without lifting a finger. Turn on the big game. Dim the lights. See who’s at the front door. All without having to ask, “where’s the remote control?” That’s the magic of hands-free voice control.

After 10 years of painstaking research, Expressive E has emerged with a voltaic blend of historic craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology to revolutionize your approach to keyboard synthesis. Osmose is a 49-key synthesizer whose highly versatile sound engine is fueled by the powerful EaganMatrix, a digital modular engine developed by Haken Audio. Over 500 diverse presets, dazzling onboard FX, and deep editing features barely scratch the surface. What makes the Osmose such a hallmark of synthesizer engineering, however, is its uncompromising approach to total polyphonic aftertouch, enabling three-dimensional control of each key across multiple axes. You can even apply these via comprehensive MIDI controls for MPE use with your DAW or device of choice, and Sweetwater’s synthesists couldn’t be more excited to take these compositional possibilities to their outer limits.

Lots of compressors can do one thing well, but the elysia xpressor qube brings a new level of versatility to your studio. For the xpressor qube, elysia has taken their acclaimed 500 Series Class A compressor, the xpressor 500, and packed it into a tidy desktop chassis. Discrete Class A circuitry keeps your sound intact, punchy, and vibrant; and and you’ll find the two channels of the xpressor qube can easily handle any compression task. At Sweetwater, we especially love the Auto Fast feature, switchable semi-automation that lets you achieve the perfect attack, even on dynamically challenging material. What’s more, the elysia xpressor qube features stepped pots, so you can always repeat your results.

We re-engineered and refined our famous compressor and the results are stunning. More Depth, more transparency, and more three dimensional processing packed in a new hardware design. xpressor|neo takes what its original version elysia xpressor is skillfully capable of and opens up new sonic dimensions.

Your entry-point into a world of pro production starts here. Introducing the MPK mini mk3, the third iteration of the world's legendary best-selling mini keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators makes music.

The TheoryBoard is the evolution of the MIDI controller. It's innovative lay out allows the user access to a new way of perceiving music, making it the ultimate hack for production and composition. The previously complex world of scales, chords, inversions, melody, and harmony is finally packaged into an easy-to-use simplified form.

By merging color and sound the TheoryBoard provides a synesthetic experience for anyone interfacing with the product. Diatonic scales, chord groups, and the correlations between them are expressed through color giving the user a unique advantage by allowing visual reference points while playing.

The TheoryBoard houses every scale known to man. When the user selects a scale they have full access to every note and every possible chord within that scale. This removes any doubt from what can, or can't be used... All the right combinations are right there at your fingertips.

The TheoryBoard is for anyone interested in composing or producing music. A complete novice could pick this up and instantly level up their understanding of theory, while advanced producers could use this to derive new inspiration.

Achieve full command over your keyboard rig with the Radial KL-8. This rackmount mixing station includes four stereo analog inputs for your keyboards, along with MIDI and USB connections for your laptop soft synths. You also get a stereo aux send/receive, which is great for integrating reverbs, delays, and other hardware effects. Practice and record silently, thanks to a built-in headphone amp and dual headphone outputs. Beyond that, each input channel features a cue switch, which makes silent patch adjustment and playback testing a breeze. The KL-8 features high-quality 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA and transformer-isolated XLR main outputs to ensure top-shelf sound. The KL-8 is a must-have, both onstage and in the studio.

The Cranborne Audio C.A.S.T. Introduction Bundle features all of the essential items you need to get your studio connected via Cranborne Audio’s proprietary cable management system, C.A.S.T.

Featuring a central connectivity hub in the form of N8 as well as the N22 and N22H breakout boxes, the C.A.S.T. Intro Bundle is an entry-level into the world of C.A.S.T. and ships with two 10m Cat 6 cables and other accessories to get you started.

C.A.S.T. allows you to deploy analog patch points and stageboxes around your studio and directly to where they are needed. Rather than worry about multiple XLR cables and trailing ends to the XLR leads, C.A.S.T. can replace 4 XLR cables with a single network cable for neater cable management, consistent sound quality, and easier deployment during mobile recording.

Featuring Input and Output connectors on DB25, the included N8 converts 8 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs to Cranborne Audio’s proprietary C.A.S.T. system and creates ingenious, plug-and-play signal routing with any other C.A.S.T.-enabled product. With 4 dedicated C.A.S.T. ports, N8 allows up to 4 Cranborne Audio breakout boxes to be connected at once for 16 channels of audio routing with any audio interface, mixer, or audio installation.

The included N22H is a C.A.S.T. breakout box and reference-grade headphone amplifier that is perfect for creating an instant vocal booth. Connect N22H to N8 via C.A.S.T. and you can put a performer, vocal mic, and headphones in one room, whilst receiving the vocal mic signal and sending a headphone mix from a completely different room - all with just one Network cable!

The included N22 is a completely passive stagebox that can be connected to N8 and positioned in the live room, hallway, or vocal booth to connect microphones and speakers to and from your control room up to 100m/330ft away.

C.A.S.T. is a high-quality and plug-and-play method of transporting audio from A to B with the least amount of cabling mess. It also supports 48v phantom power in all directions for active DI boxes and condenser microphones. Best of all, as networking cable is common-place in people’s homes, a whole studio re-wire with Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7, and C.A.S.T. is cheaper than equivalent XLR looms and copper snakes.

With a completely passive design, no power is required for full operation and C.A.S.T connectivity. The C.A.S.T. Intro Bundle is rugged enough for the stage or rack-mountable with the Included Half-Rack Kit and it’s a cabling solution designed to transform your open space into a studio.

With IK Multimedia's iLoud Precision series speakers, you'll reap the reward of a reliable speaker system that sounds good in any location. These 175-watt speakers feature ARC room connection, which will take room acoustics and size into account, shifting the EQ and sound dynamics to sound perfect whether you're in the living room or amid a professional studio setup. What's more, IK's revolutionary X-Monitor processing enables iLoud Precision speakers to emulate several industry-standard studio monitors; it's like having multiple sets of reference speakers at your disposal. iLoud Precision series speakers also go through a rigorous inspection and correction process, ensuring that they are fully functional and reliable — all while providing you with a crystal clear dynamic output. Get in touch with your Sweetwater Sales Engineer today to see how iLoud Precision series speakers can upgrade your studio setup!