Akai Announces RE32 Multi-Track Remote Controller

October 3, 1999 -- Akai Digital has introduced their new multi-track remote controller, the RE32, at this Fall's AES Convention.

The Akai RE32 allows real-time control of transport and record functions for up to 128 tracks of audio and comes equipped with Akai's SuperView graphic display driver - bringing complete remote tracking and playback control to the Akai DD and DR series recorders. Designed for post production, professional audio applications and recording studio use, the RE32 is the total solution for multi-track, multi-machine control.

Users can now control multiple Akai DD8 Plus digital audio dubbers and DR16 Pro recorders via the built-in AKAINET (Ethernet) connection with sample accurate lock between multiple machines. The RE32 also provides traditional recording and monitoring functions, extensive locate functions, and detailed track editing with waveform display -- while occupying only a standard 19" rack mount space.

The RE32's control surface features easy to use, dual 32 track key rows, and four banks offering comprehensive control of up to 128 individual tracks. Large dedicated transport keys and weighted jog wheel are included and a standard ASCII keyboard can be added for titling. An LED timecode display, LCD graphic display and Akai's SuperView VGA output are also included.

The Akai RE32 will be available in October, 1999 at a suggested retail price of $2,495.00.

For more information, visit Akai at www.akai.com.