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APOGEE LAUNCHES FIRST TAKE

03 August, 2023


— MULTI-CHANNEL RECORDING APPLICATION FOR PODCASTING —
Apogee Electronics is pleased to introduce First Take, a multi-channel recording application perfect for podcasting or storing music ideas. Take the guesswork out of recording and share your story with just one click.

Podcast Recording Software

The easiest way to record a podcast.
Introducing First Take – a multichannel recording application perfect for podcasting or saving musical ideas. (macOS only)
4 Makes It A Party
Record a podcast with 4 participants by connecting up to four Apogee USB microphones to a single computer or USB Hub. First Take is compatible with HypeMiC, MiC Plus, & ClipMiC digital 2.

Set Up Your Ideal Mix
Eliminate the technical complexities that most recording applications require. Set up you session in seconds without having any audio technical knowledge.

Be Heard With Crystal Clear Audio
Let your story shine with full 48kHz/24-bit resolution for ultimate sonic clarity. Don’t let bad audio ruin a great story.
Several software solutions, although not necessarily free, offer an array of features and capabilities for broadcast and video production. Here is an overview of some prominent software:
FAQ's
  • WHAT APPLICATIONS CAN FIRST TAKE BE USED FOR?
  • HOW MANY MICS CAN I RECORD AT THE SAME TIME?
  • WHAT APOGEE MICS ARE SUPPORTED BY FIRST TAKE
  • WHAT IS THE SAMPLE RATE, BIT DEPTH, AND FILE FORMAT OF FIRST TAKE AUDIO FILES?
  • WHERE ARE MY FIRST TAKE RECORDINGS STORED?
  • CAN I USE A USB HUB?

First Take was created to make recording with multiple Apogee USB mics as easy and quick as possible. First Take is ideal for recording podcasts, interviews, jam sessions with other musicians, & more.

First Take accepts up to 4 Apogee USB mics.

HypeMiC, Mic Plus, and ClipMiC digital 2.

The sample rate is 48kHz, bit depth is 24 bits, and file format is Broadcast Wave. These settings are fixed.

Your recordings are stored in Documents > Apogee > FirstTake > RecordingName > TakeNumber

Yes! Apogee recommends a USB 3 hub or a powered USB 2 hub.