Apogee announces JAM 96k guitar interface and MiC 96k microphone for iOS devices and Mac

Mike Beasley | Jan 6 2014 - 6:59 pm PT

Apogee has announced the new MiC 96k microphone and the JAM 96k guitar interface for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The full press releases can be found below.

Apogee Announces New MiC 96k – Professional Microphone for iPad, iPhone and Mac
Santa Monica, California, January 6, 2014 – Apogee Electronics is pleased to introduce MiC 96k, a professional digital microphone for iPad, iPhone and Mac. Use MiC 96k to record vocals, voice overs, acoustic guitar, piano, drums or anything in-between. Inspired by the most revered and classic microphones in history, MiC 96k is designed to sound amazing and be easy for anyone to use with their iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac.
What’s new

Introduced in 2011, the original MiC has become the mobile microphone of choice for both aspiring and professional artists looking for that big-studio sound. The new MiC 96k, which features the same look and portable form factor as the original, now provides the ability to make higher fidelity recordings – up to 24-bit/96kHz – and includes an iOS Lighting cable as well as a microphone stand adapter in the box. Like its predecessor, MiC 96k also includes an iOS 30-pin cable, Mac USB cable, and table-top tripod stand.
About Apogee

Founded in 1985, Apogee Electronics designs and manufacturers award-winning audio recording solutions that are easy to use and sound amazing. Apogee products like Symphony I/O, Quartet, Duet, ONE, JAM and MiC have been instrumental in creating countless GRAMMY® and OSCAR® winning recordings by the world’s most successful music artists. For more information, please visit http://www.apogeedigital.com
MiC 96k Highlights

PureDIGITAL connection for pristine sound quality
Designed for voice and acoustic instrument recording
Studio quality cardioid condenser microphone
Up to 96kHz, 24-bit analog-to-digital recording
Works with iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Mac
Includes iOS Lightning cable, iOS 30-pin cable, Mac USB cable
Simple setup, you can start recording in minutes
Apogee engineered microphone preamp with up to 40dB of gain
Control knob allows easy input level adjustment
Multicolor LED for status indication and input level monitoring
All metal construction
Microphone stand adapter included
No batteries or external power required
Compatible with GarageBand, Logic Pro and Pro Tools
Made in the U.S.A.

Price: $229 USD
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Apogee Announces New JAM 96k – Professional Guitar Interface for iPad, iPhone and Mac
Santa Monica, California, January 6, 2014 – Apogee Electronics is pleased to introduce JAM 96k, a new professional guitar interface for iPad, iPhone and Mac. JAM 96k lets you easily connect your guitar to your iPhone, iPad or Mac, whether you’re on-the-go or in the most advanced recording studio. Its circuitry is designed to reproduce the unique interaction between guitar and tube amp, resulting in an authentic tone and responsive feel from any guitar or music creation app you choose. For beginners to the most seasoned guitar players, JAM 96k delivers an inspiring experience for practicing, recording, or just jamming.
The original pro guitar interface for iOS

JAM was first introduced in 2011 alongside iPad 2 and GarageBand for iPad as part of Apple’s keynote presentation, marking the start of the iOS music recording revolution. Since then, JAM has become the standard for both aspiring and professional musicians. Its design and studio-quality sound inspired many imitators to follow in the iOS recording market.
What’s new

The new JAM 96k features tube amp tone emulation and a beautiful nickel-plated finish. JAM 96k also provides the ability to make higher fidelity recordings – up to 24-bit/96kHz – and includes an iOS Lighting cable in the box. Like its predecessor, JAM 96k also includes an iOS 30-pin cable and Mac USB cable.
About Apogee

PureDIGITAL instrument connection delivers pristine sound quality
Designed for electric guitar, bass and acoustic instrument with a pickup
Discrete Class A Input stage emulates the tone and responsive feel of a classic guitar amp
Nickel plated finish
Up to 96kHz, 24-bit analog-to-digital recording
Works with iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Mac
Includes iOS Lightning cable, iOS 30-pin cable, Mac USB cable
Simple setup, you can start recording in minutes
Control knob allows easy input level adjustment
Multicolor LED for status indication and input level monitoring
Studio quality instrument preamp with up to 40dB of gain
No batteries or external power required
Made in the U.S.A.