Core Sound LLC

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Overview

Core Sound LLC is a manufacturer of high-precision microphones and digital audio interfaces, specializing in ambisonic, binaural, and virtual microphone systems for professional audio recording and field applications. The company serves audio professionals, researchers, and hobbyists with products designed for high-resolution digital audio capture, positioning itself in the professional and semi-professional audio market segment.

History

Core Sound LLC was founded in May 1990 by Len Moskowitz with a focus on providing high-quality microphones and digital audio equipment to audio professionals and enthusiasts. The company has maintained its independence as a member of the Audio Engineering Society since its founding. Core Sound has developed a reputation for specialized microphone technology, including ambisonic and binaural systems used in professional recording and spatial audio applications.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Ambisonic Microphones	High-precision spatial audio capture	$2,000 - $8,000
Binaural Microphone Sets	3D immersive audio recording	$1,500 - $5,000
Microphone Preamps	Portable 24-bit audio interface	$300 - $1,200
Portable Digital Recorders	Handheld high-resolution field recording	$800 - $2,500
Headphone Amplifiers	Portable DAC and monitoring solution	$300 - $500

Manufacturing

Core Sound manufactures products using trained technicians and machinists, with operations focused on quality control and precision assembly. The company appears to maintain in-house production capabilities for its specialized microphone and audio interface products.

Notable Products

OctoMic - High-precision ambisonic microphone for spatial audio recording
TetraMic - Tetrahedral ambisonic microphone system for immersive audio capture
4Mic - Portable 4-channel 24/192 microphone preamp and A-D converter
PDAudio - Handheld high-resolution digital audio recorder system for portable recording
HeadLine - Portable DAC and headphone amplifier with S/PDIF and analog inputs

Reputation

Core Sound is recognized by audio professionals for specialized expertise in ambisonic and binaural microphone technology, serving niche markets in spatial audio, field recording, and research applications. The brand is valued for technical precision and quality construction, though it maintains a relatively low profile compared to mainstream audio manufacturers. The company is respected within professional audio circles for innovation in microphone design and commitment to high-resolution audio standards.

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