US-1800 MXL Package

Musicians Friend has put together this recording package to make it easy for you to get the essential components you need with just one purchase, and at a price thats much more affordable than if you purchased everything individually. Included in this package is the Tascam US-1800 Audio Interface, a pair of M-Audio BX8 D2 Studio Monitors, an MXL 990/991 condenser microphone package, a pair of AKG M80 MKII Headphones, and all the accessories and cables you need to get set up.

Tascam US-1800 Audio Interface
The US-1800 audio interface from Tascam offers a high amount of inputs for a minimum amount of cash. The US-1800 features up to 16 inputs and four outputs that are transmitted to your Mac or Windows computer over a high-speed USB 2.0 connection. There are a total of eight XLR microphone inputs with phantom power and 60 decibels of clean gain, as well as six balanced line inputs, stereo digital I/O and MIDI in/out. Also Included with the US-1800 is Cubase LE5 workstation software from Steinberg. This 48-track audio workstation includes must-have features like automation, plug-ins, mixing, editing and MIDI tracks.

M-Audio BX8 D2 Studio Monitors
The BX Series studio monitors from M-Audio are a trusted set of nearfield speakers in home and project studios around the world. The next-generation BX8 D2 monitors features a bi-amplified design with 130 watts of distributed power, 8 low frequency drivers with Kevlar cones, 1-1/4 high-frequency drivers with natural silk domes and integrated waveguides, and optimized rear ports for an extended low-frequency response. Set a pair of BX8 D2 monitors in your sweet spot today and enjoy a clear and accurate translation of your mixes.

MXL 990/991 Condenser Microphone Package
The MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package is your one-stop mic kit for vocals, drum overheads, acoustic guitars, and more. These two studio-grade condenser microphones cover a wide range of sources and frequent recording conditions you may encounter in the studio. The MXL 900 offers a silky sweet high end and a solid bass response that is perfect for recording a variety of voices; while the MXL 991 excels at tracking acoustic guitars, drum overheads, and more. Both microphones feature gold-sputtered diaphragms that create a professional sound perfectly suited for digital and analog recording, and the package comes tucked away in a high-impact carrying case with mic stand adapters for each microphone. This is a valuable addition to any mic locker.

AKG M80 MKII Headphones
The AKG circumaural M 80 MkII headphones have an adjustable headband, leatherette earpads, and a single-sided cable. An 18Hz-20kHz frequency response offers deep bass and sparkling transients “ great for tracking. These headphones offer good quality sound at a very reasonable price. Buying multiple headphone sets for tracking can really stress a studio budget. You can hand these out to band members in your studio without apology, and without breaking your bank.