Korg releases free AudioGate conversion software
(Dave Molter | Posted 2010-11-19)
Korg announces the release of its
powerful AudioGate software for free for all content creators and
listeners alike. AudioGate enables anyone to
play back/convert/edit high-resolution audio without proprietary hardware
This file conversion, editing and authoring software
had previously only been available bundled with Korgs acclaimed MR
series of DSD recorders.
AudioGate enables the real-time playback of DSD/SACD files on any
computer system, with any audio hardware. Powerful dithering
algorithms are provided, along with editing tools such as divide,
merge, normalize, fade-in/fade-out and DC cut. Users can convert from
5.6 MHz or 2.8 MHz 1-bit audio files to any other format, including
16- or 24-bit PCM (up to 192 kHz sample rates), Apple Lossless or AAC,
FLAC, Broadcast WAV (up to 32-bit floating supported) and even MP3
formats. It can be used to burn audio CDs, and the newer DSD Disc
format (2.8 MHz sample rate), which can be played back on a growing
number of devices, such as Sony Playstations and Vaio computers.
By releasing this software for free, Korg is providing a solution for
all audio content owners and creators to deliver their art in the
highest resolution possible. By giving everyone the tools they need to
enjoy high resolution audio and to repurpose it for any device or
situation, the market can offer their customers content that is
closest to the aural experience the artist had when performing and
recording it. In todays world of terabyte hard drives and ultra-fast
digital pipelines, there is no longer any need to utilize compressed
formats with compromised fidelity. In fact, the world has gotten used
to working with high-resolution video on an everyday basis, and Korgs
intent is that likewise, audio delivery and enjoyment has no reason to
remain compromised.
Korgs AudioGate software is included with all MR Series recorders. It
is also now available for free to everyone at
www.korguser.net/audiogate. Non-MR recorder owners can activate the
software by entering an active Twitter account. Please visit
www.korguser.net/audiogate for complete details and download
instructions.
From a press release.
