For Immediate Release

EDIROL UA-4FX USB AUDIO/MIDI INTERFACE

The Affordable All-In-One Mobile Recording Suite

Los Angeles, CA, January 19, 2006—An international top-seller for years, Edirol’s UA-series interfaces brought amazing value to computer-recording enthusiasts. Today, Edirol pushes the price/performance envelope again with the new UA-4FX. The portable USB audio/MIDI interface sets a new standard for affordable interfaces with its ultra-fast, low-latency audio and MIDI performance, 24/96 audio resolution, and built-in effects.

Route audio in and out of the UA-4FX via analog I/O or take advantage of its S/PDIF optical output. Windows XP users can use the optical output for Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 Surround output as well. With built in COSM® tube mic-preamp simulator, multi-band compressor/limiter for mastering, amp simulator and distortion/chorus/delay for guitar, center cancel, reverb, noise suppressor and more, the Edirol UA-4FX is an irresistible package for computer-recording enthusiasts on a budget.

Great audio is only part of what makes the UA-4FX a star performer. Connect synths, modules, and controllers via MIDI, and enjoy ultra-fast, stable performance thanks to Edirol’s FPT (Fast Processing Transmission) technology. A single USB cable provides both the MIDI and audio links between your computer and the UA-4FX.

The UA-4FX is Mac/PC cross-platform compatible. It supports WDM, ASIO 2.0, and Mac OS X Core Audio formats. Enjoy low-latency audio performance on both platforms.

Cakewalk’s SONAR LE recording software and Edirol’s Virtual Sound Canvas plug-in (PC) are bundled with the UA-4FX, making it a true all-in-one recording solution at an incredibly low price.

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Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electronic musical instruments, professional audio equipment, multimedia products, and music accessories. For more information, contact Roland Corporation U.S., 5100 S. Eastern Ave., P.O. Box 910921, Los Angeles, CA 90091-0921, (323) 890-3700 (x3718 - for media use only), www.RolandUS.com.

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