German software developer Ashampoo has just released the Ashampoo Burning Studio 15, an all-in-one multimedia suite to burn data, music, videos and photos. The latest version of the popular software supports M-Disc media, which feature inorganic protection layers to givbe them impressive longevity.

The developers of Ashampoo Technology have also made it a priority to enrich the audio experience for users. This includes various new sound effects that add atmosphere and flair to videos. Audio recording is also supported for all registered Windows recording devices.

Performance increasements include an up to 15% faster encoding. The Autosave feature incrementally stores project states at customizable time intervals. In addition, for better personalization, the program now supports the creation and use of custom skins. Format support has also been improved with the addition of the open OPUS file format.

Ashampoo Burning Studio 15 is now available for $49.99 and may be trialled for up to 30 days free of charge. The program is compatible with Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. Owners of a previous version can upgrade for $19.99.