Now shipping from JoeCo Limited is the new BBR-Dante version of the Blackbox Recorder. This latest addition to the multi-channel live audio recorder family result of a collaboration between JoeCo and Audinate, the manufacturer of the Dante digital media networking solution.

The BBR-Dante is designed to record and replay up to 32 channels of audio data from a Dante network. Developed to solve the inherent problems of working with computer-based systems in a live performance environment, the BBR-Dante provides engineers with a computer-free, high-quality solution for multi-channel live audio capture.

Able to record up to 32 channels of audio at 44.1 kHz and 48kHz directly to Broadcast WAV files on an external USB2 (FAT32 formatted) drive, the BBR-Dante also accommodates higher sample rate recording (88.2 kHz and 96 kHz) at a reduced track count.

How does it work? The recorder connects to any Dante-enabled network device from a range of console and converter manufacturers. Designed to support standard network components and switches, it can also record 8 channels of analog (balanced line in) alongside 24 channels of Dante for capturing audience and ambience.

Individual channels, or pairs of channels can be monitored on an internal PFL bus, providing both high-resolution metering and headphone output. A number of standard BlackBox Recorder safety features are also included, such as the Safe'n'Sound Record Recovery, which will recover files even if the power fails in the middle of a recording.

According to JoeCoe, Dante delivers a no-hassle, self configuring, true plug-and-play digital media networking that uses standard internet protocols. Audinate's patented Dante offers a market leading solution today, while future-proofing implementations by providing a migration path to upgrade to new emerging A/V standards such as the IEEE Audio Video Bridging ("AVB").

About the collaboration between the two companies, JoeCo Managing Director Joe Bull said, "The Dante enabled system is a great addition to the BlackBox range. We are delighted to have been able to combine this exciting Dante technology with the robust, computer free solution that the BlackBox Recorder provides."

John McMahon, VP of Sales, Marketing and Support at Audinate, added, "JoeCo's ability to design this product while maintaining their attention to detail, and rapidly getting the new BBR-Dante to market has been extraordinary. Based on early market feedback, we are confident the BBR-Dante Recorder is going to be an extremely popular product."

For more information on the new BBR-Dante, visit JoeCo at www.joeco.co.uk.