Numark Introduces MP102 Rackmount MP3 CD Player

Jan 21, 2006

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Numark proudly announces the new MP102 rackmount CD player. Designed expressly for mobile DJs and club owners in search of a cost-effective, rackmountable solution to a wide variety of music playback requirements, the new MP102 plays both standard CD audio and MP3 CDs, provides buffered Anti-Shock™ memory protection, delivers seamless looping, pitch control with a pitch bend wheel, stereo RCA and digital outputs, balanced outputs, and an EQ section among its wealth of features.

With the ability to play both standard audio CDs and MP3 CDs, the new MP102 provides outstanding versatility. With support for the MP3 media format, DJs can now fit substantially more music onto a single CD; dramatically reducing the volume/weight of the music library they transport—making their work easier. The MP102 also features buffered Anti-Shock memory protection to ensure the music plays exactly as it should, even when the dance floor is packed. And DJs will appreciate the ability to create seamless loops—for both CD audio and MP3 files as well as true buffered instant start and stutter start capability with settable stutter points.

Numark's new MP102 features an inviting user interface. Among its key attributes, the unit features a large, easy-to-read, backlit LCD that includes text display for identifying song names, BPM counters, and other pertinent information. The user-friendly MP102 also provides ± 8/16% pitch bend capability via its pitch bend/jog wheel. For programming one's music sets, the MP102 supports true continuous playback and is also track sequence programmable. With support for both folders and ID3 tags, locating and identifying tracks is easy. This versatile unit also provides balanced and unbalanced output capability, plus a digital output for interfacing with external digital equipment.

Numark CEO John E. "Jack" O'Donnell offered the following thought on the company's forthcoming MP102 CD Player, "The new MP102 is a feature-packed unit and the perfect solution for mobile DJs and clubs in search of a comprehensive player offering MP3 support. With its rackmount capability, the MP102 can be transported easily or secured in a club's equipment cabinet."

With a suggested retail price of $399, Numark's new MP102 rackmountable CD player is an exciting new tool for DJs who demand portability and MP3 file compatibility ion a cost-conscious package. The MP102 will be available Q2 of 2006.

For more information, visit their web site at www.numark.com.