Belkin, which is generally known for its cables, has announced a new line of iPod-oriented recording devices aimed at podcasters and musicians. I have to admit, this TuneStudio is very cool, even though I’ve not actively played in over 15 years. The US$399 TuneStudio device takes various models of dockable iPods and turns them into digital audio recorders. The remainder of the unit provides a ridiculous array of features, including phantom power XLR inputs, four tracks with 3-pot EQ each, pan and gain controls, and it even works as a USB audio interface for Mac and Windows-based systems. The unit is available in the US now, and will be available soon in Asian, European, and Australian markets later this year, though I was unable to locate it on Belkin’s site at the time of this posting (aside from the above linked press release).

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