KORG MR-1000 Wins M.I.A. Award
SONIC BOON
On the road with Tom McRae's guitar tech & the MR-1
Future-proof digital recording is here
Korg’s new, super-portable MR Professional Mobile Recorders break new ground by providing high fidelity 1-bit recording technology at unheard of low prices.
With the pristine fidelity and ultimate flexibility of 1-bit technology, the new, surprisingly affordable MR seires ensures that your final mixes and location recordings are never obsolete.
• World’s first 1-bit mobile recorders that deliver high quality recording and playback. MR-1: 1bit/2.8224 Mhz, MR-1000/MR-2000S: 1bit/5.6448 Mhz.
• Multiple recording formats, including 1-bit DSD (2.8224 MHz, (MR1-1000/MR-2000S: 5.6448 Mhz) 16 and 24-bit Broadcast WAV (up to 192 kHz) provide professional versatility.
• Internal hard drive stores up to 30 hours(MR-1)/60 hours(MR-1000) of CD quality recording. MR-1 20GB / MR-1000 40GB. An 80GB Hard drive is fitted to the MR-2000S
• Perfect for location recording, podcasting, final mastering and archiving all important audio files.
• Includes Korg’s exclusive AudioGate™ file format conversion software. Edit your audio and convert between all formats supported by the MR recorders.
• Independent power supplies for the digital and analog circuits ensure superior audio performance.
• Large back-lit LCD for ideal visibility under all lighting conditions.
• USB 2.0 High Speed mode for fast file transfer to a computer.
• MR-1 Includes a high quality, stereo electret condenser microphone (CM-2M).
• Battery or AC powered (adapter included). MR-1 features built-in lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery.
• Supports MP3 (192 kbps/44.1 kHz) recording and playback.
• Aluminium body provides a light-weight and rugged design; Includes protective case.
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MR-1 Hand-Held 1-Bit RecorderThe hand-held MR-1 provides high quality 1-bit/2.8 MHz recording and playback in a shirt-pocket portable package that is perfect for location recording, broadcast journalism, podcasting, live music performances – even for rehearsals and song-writing sessions. |
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MR-1000 Mobile 1-Bit RecorderThe mobile/tabletop MR-1000 delivers an astonishing 1-bit/5.6 MHz, doubling industry DSD recording quality standards. This new super-rate spec delivers a “true to what you heard” fidelity that will amaze even the most jaded audio enthusiast. |
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MR-2000S Studio-grade Master Recorder1-Bit high-quality recording capability now in a compact 1U rack-mountable recorder designed with input from top recording and mastering professionals that makes it an indispensible piece of equipment for project and professional studios. |
MR In The News
MR Specifications
MR-1(View Specifications)
MR-1000(View Specifications)
MR-2000S(View Specifications)
MR Support Documents
MR Software
AudioGate Software Version 2.0.2
PC: AudioGate_Win_V202.zip (8.5MB)
MAC: AudioGate_Mac_V202.zip (7.8MB)
AudioGate V2.0.2 Release Notes
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AudioGate Software Version 2.0.1
This new version of the AudioGate software works with all of the MR recorders; the MR-1, MR-1000 and the MR 2000S. This update adds compatibility with Windows Vista 64-Bit, and addresses a few minor bugs.
New enhancements include:
- Support for reading and creating DSD Discs
- Support for reading and creating audio CDs
- A new “Normalize” function and advanced dithering options
- Support for FLAC, WMA, AAC and Apple Lossless formats
PC: AudioGate_v2.0.1(Win).zip (8.5MB)
MAC: AudioGate_v2.0.1(Mac).zip (16.3MB)
Useful Links
The independent music technology site reports on the launch of the MR recorders