MetaLithic Releases Elite Studio Audio Interface

High-performance, open architecture, multiple audio I/O for Windows

September 26, 1998 -- MetaLithic Systems today announced the release of Elite Studio audio hardware for Windows systems with 20 channels of I/O, analog (8 in/8 out) plus S/PDIF digital I/O. Elite Studio is designed to provide the hardware muscle for popular applications such as Cubase VST Cakewalk Pro Audio, Acid, Sound Forge, Wavelab, and many others.

Elite Studio's 32-bit PCI card connects to a 10x10 rack-mount breakout box through a single standard LAN cable, allowing for a neat, uncluttered studio setup.

To provide the highest possible fidelity, precision-engineered analog circuitry around the pro-grade 20-bit data converters delivers spacious digital sound imaging. All converters for the 8 analog ins and 8 analog outs are located outside the computer in the breakout box, for extremely quiet operation. For S/PDIF, Elite Studio fully conforms to the IEC-958 specification and utilizes adaptive jitter filter technology for improved data recovery.

Transparent sound, exemplary head room, and ultra-low distortion give added value to the already competitive price (US$1,098 MSRP). Furthermore, MetaLithic backs its products with a 1-year warranty, free technical support, world-wide distribution, and innovative hardware technology that can be upgraded via software updates.

Elite Studio is currently shipping with standard Windows multimedia drivers and Steinberg ASIO drivers for efficient multi-channel operation.