Topic: M Audio Flash Tracker Recorder Update

[John Kelly]

Maybe  , but at least Frank has provided the most information about it.

I just sent mAudio an email, we'll see if I hear anything back from them ...

I just got off the phone with their main office, and they said, verbatim: "Beyond a shadow of a doubt the initial shipments of the tracker will be released during the summer, probably june, but possibly in july or august. Any rumour that this is vaporware to "test the waters" is unfounded. "

I still have a good feeling about it.

Ray

Badass.  Who the heck was Doug talking to?

+T for the research

[silentmark]

Maybe  , but at least Frank has provided the most information about it.

I just sent mAudio an email, we'll see if I hear anything back from them ...

I just got off the phone with their main office, and they said, verbatim: "Beyond a shadow of a doubt the initial shipments of the tracker will be released during the summer, probably june, but possibly in july or august. Any rumour that this is vaporware to "test the waters" is unfounded. "

I still have a good feeling about it.

Ray

Nice. I am just to lazy to call anyone, heh 

+T

[Ray76]

Maybe  , but at least Frank has provided the most information about it.

I just sent mAudio an email, we'll see if I hear anything back from them ...

I just got off the phone with their main office, and they said, verbatim: "Beyond a shadow of a doubt the initial shipments of the tracker will be released during the summer, probably june, but possibly in july or august. Any rumour that this is vaporware to "test the waters" is unfounded. "

I still have a good feeling about it.

Ray

Badass.  Who the heck was Doug talking to?

+T for the research

Maybe the same guy that told me the c-4 hypers were never gonna be produced. The Audio Gear Prophet of Doom.

[wboswell]

Maybe  , but at least Frank has provided the most information about it.

I just sent mAudio an email, we'll see if I hear anything back from them ...

I just got off the phone with their main office, and they said, verbatim: "Beyond a shadow of a doubt the initial shipments of the tracker will be released during the summer, probably june, but possibly in july or august. Any rumour that this is vaporware to "test the waters" is unfounded. "

I still have a good feeling about it.

Ray

Badass.  Who the heck was Doug talking to?

+T for the research

Doug's just hating on it b/c this will be the perfect recorder and he will not be able to mod it like everything else...

[Brian]

Maybe , but at least Frank has provided the most information about it.

I just sent mAudio an email, we'll see if I hear anything back from them ...

I just got off the phone with their main office, and they said, verbatim: "Beyond a shadow of a doubt the initial shipments of the tracker will be released during the summer, probably june, but possibly in july or august. Any rumour that this is vaporware to "test the waters" is unfounded. "

I still have a good feeling about it.

Ray

Badass. Who the heck was Doug talking to?

+T for the research

Doug's just hating on it b/c this will be the perfect recorder and he will not be able to mod it like everything else...

LMAO! 

[wbrisette]

Doug's just hating on it b/c this will be the perfect recorder and he will not be able to mod it like everything else...

I just don't see this. With all the issues Doug has had with his health, and the fact that he has slowed down the number of mods he is even willing to tackle tells me that he is content with the amount of work he is doing.

He hasn't come out with a mod for the 722 or 744T yet either, and we don't hear him bad mouthing the product (ok, maybe a little concerning the preamps). I think he simply got bad info from somebody.

Wayne

[Brian]

wayne.....i'm pretty sure that was a joke

[silentmark]

wayne.....i'm pretty sure that was a joke

Agreed ...

[wboswell]

wayne.....i'm pretty sure that was a joke

Agreed ...

bingo

[Genghis Cougar Mellen Khan]

Maybe  , but at least Frank has provided the most information about it.

I just sent mAudio an email, we'll see if I hear anything back from them ...

I just got off the phone with their main office, and they said, verbatim: "Beyond a shadow of a doubt the initial shipments of the tracker will be released during the summer, probably june, but possibly in july or august. Any rumour that this is vaporware to "test the waters" is unfounded. "

I still have a good feeling about it.

Ray

Badass.  Who the heck was Doug talking to?

+T for the research

I called M-Audio maybe a week or so ago, I was told that the product was still in testing and that some bugs needed to be worked out, they wouldn't or couldn't give me an estimated release date.

I contacted them again today, the response was slightly different, but not any more promising.  First they asked where I had heard about the product from, like it was top secret info.  They did confirm that the product did exist and that they had seen it in testing, but couldn't comment on a release date.  They did mention that it is not yet listed on any of the most updated product listings or release dates.  They then asked me for my e-mail address after a short conversation and said that they would do a little digging and find out if there was any information that they were permitted to share.  To me it sounds like it might be a little longer until the item is released, perhaps there are a few bugs that need to be worked out, total speculation on my part.   To me it sounded like they wanted to verify which information they could share, without getting themselves in deep poop.

I'll post here if I hear anything of substance back from them, I really hope this recorder is going to be released sooner than later, if at all.

[nic]

for those thinking this may be vaporware, bear in mind the FW Audiophile.
it was shown at an expo just like the Flash Tracker was with no info on their website etc till it was actually released.

M-Audio has never posted any info on a product until it was actually shipping...just something to bear inmind

[tonyvt]

for those thinking this may be vaporware, bear in mind the FW Audiophile.
it was shown at an expo just like the Flash Tracker was with no info on their website etc till it was actually released.

M-Audio has never posted any info on a product until it was actually shipping...just something to bear inmind

Not sure about that. The Firewire 410 did not ship for several months after it was listed up on the M-Audio website.

[Nick's Picks]

Think about it for a minute. When was the last time that an audio/electronics company didn't promote a product before shipping it?

The Edirol R4.
there was no press at all about it.  It was "leaked" out just barely 6 weeks before units started to ship.  Nobody had a clue about it until then.

[Kevin Straker]

Badass.  Who the heck was Doug talking to?

Unfortunately he's probly talking to their head engineer.

[cascademedia]

Since this thread seems to be moving in a negative direction, let me clarify a few things:

1. We have been an M/Audio dealer as long as we have been in business (5 years) and have a very close relationship with our sales representative and product specialist.  We've been there when they were Midiman, through their transition to M/Audio, and now their transition to being bought by Avid. Does this get me any special info that other dealers do not get?  Not necessarily, however in this business, good relationships usually allow for good info.

2. I have had 4 conversations on the phone and multiple email exchanges regarding this unit.  Everything I have posted and privately discussed with clients and folks on this board has been accurate info.  

3. There are no guarantees in this business when it comes to new products.  I've seen just about every situation pop up when it comes to delays:  supply side problems, customs delays, backed up ships in port, and typical bugs in beta testing...etc etc etc.   We can only pass along info as we receive it.    Many times, reps are passing along info as they receive it.    

I know that everyone has something on their schedule for which they want a new toy.   I also know that people are trying to unload gear in order to have cash to buy new gear.    The reality is we just have to be patient and hope for the best.  Also, for the record, we have not accepted any deposits or $$ of any kind to hold spots on a waiting list for this unit.    I simply have a list of interested people who will get the first opportunity to purchase the unit when we get confirmation of shipping and availibility.  

As always, I am happy to answer any questions.

Frank