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Gives you high-defiinition audio and next-generation I/O performance for your project studio. |
Building on a legacy of award-winning FireWire audio interfaces, the M-Audio ProFire 2626 brings next-generation performance to your PC or Mac host-based recording system. This powerful rackmount interface delivers 26 x 26 simultaneous I/O, complete with an onboard DSP mixer sourced from up to 52 audio streams.
It features every kind of connection you need, including the award-winning Octane preamp technology on all eight analog inputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, word clock and MIDI. Critically acclaimed JetPLL jitter elimination technology ensures pristine audio quality and reliable synchronization all the way up to high-definition 24-bit/192kHz resolution.
In addition, the ProFire 2626 Audio Interface offers easy FireWire connectivity, extremely low latency, dual headphone outputs, front-panel 1/4" instrument inputs, and standalone operation. It is compatible with most major audio software, including Pro Tools M-Powered 7.4 (with downloadable update) which would boost you to 96kHz and a 18 x 18 I/O maximum. Visit the M-Audio website for update availability.
M-Audio ProFire 2626 Features:
- Up to 24-bit/192kHz for high-definition audio
- 8 analog inputs sourced from: 8 XLR mic inputs with phantom power, 8 (1/4") TRS balanced line inputs, 2 (1/4") TS instrument inputs
- Optical I/O in the form of: 2 x 2 S/PDIF (on optical port B) or 16 x 16 ADAT (8 x 8 in S/MUX II mode, 4 x 4 in S/MUX IV mode)
- 2 x 2 coaxial S/PDIF (via included breakout cable)
- 8 (1/4") TRS balanced line outputs
- 2 (1/4") TRS headphone outputs
- 1 x 1 MIDI I/O (via included breakout cable)
- Word clock I/O (via included breakout cable)
- 8 preamps with award-winning Octane technology
- User-assignable master volume knob
- Flexible onboard DSP mixer lets you select from any of the 26 hardware inputs and 26 software returns as sources for its 18 input channels, letting you create up to 8 stereo mixes
- Standalone 8 mic pre/8-channel A/D-D/A converter
- JetPLL jitter elimination technology
- Sync options include internal clock, ADAT optical, S/PDIF, and word clock
- Compatible with most popular DAWs
- Compatible with Pro Tools M-Powered 7.4 with downloadable update making capable of 96kHz with 18 x 18 I/O maximum (Please visit m-audio.com for update availability)
Get yourself an exceptional FireWire interface that won't burn a hole in your budget. Order the ProFire 2626 today!
M-Audio ProFire 2626 Specifications:
- Compatability
- FireWire, ASIO, Direct X, MME, GSIF2, Core Audio, Pro Tools M-Powered
Minimum System Requirements
- Win: XP (SP2) or Windows Vista (32-bit)
- Pentium 4
- 1.6GHz, 512MB RAM (1GB RAM with Windows Vista)
Mac: Mac OS X 10.4.10
- Macintosh G4
- 1GHz, 512MB RAM
- FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) port
Recommended System Specifications
- Win: XP (SP2) or Windows Vista (32-bit)
- Pentium 4
- 2GHz, 1GB RAM
Mac: OS X 10.4.10
- Macintosh G5
- 2GHz, 1GB RAM
- FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) port
- G4 accelerator cards not supported/G5 required for sample rates above 96kHz
Note:M-Audio recommends that you check your software's minimum system requirements, as they may be higher
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The best interface without going to HD!
Posted by Fireplex_Recording from Wichita, KS on Oct 6, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Audio Engineer, Musician, Producer
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Metal, Hip-Hop, Techno
By far this is the best interface out there for Pro Tools without moving up to HD. You can connect better preamps, A/D and D/A converters, and external clock bringing that HD sound for drastically less. The stock preamps, converters and clock are not bad for getting started. This interface has respectfully low jitter and a clean, uncolored sound. If your looking to maximize your Pro Tools rig without the insane cost of the pros, this is your ticket.
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Posted by Goodmusic414 from Philly on Feb 10, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musicin
Reviewer's Play Style: Classic Rock/Blues
I really like this interface. I'm new to recording and am using protools m-powered with this unit. The recordings sound pretty good for such a low cost unit. You can route the outputs however you want with the DSP mixer in the settings of the profire. Therefore, you can have separate headphone mixes by creating an aux bus for each channel and have the master volume for the monitor speakers separate. Be sure to go through the manual in the install CD to explore all options. It's actually pretty simple. For the money, I'd say this is one of the better units going for under 1K.
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Posted by Goodmusic414 from Philly on Feb 9, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musicin
Reviewer's Play Style: Classic Rock/Blues
I really like this interface. I'm new to recording and am using protools m-powered with this unit. The recordings sound pretty good for such a low cost unit. You can route the outputs however you want with the DSP mixer in the settings of the profire. Therefore, you can have separate headphone mixes by creating an aux bus for each channel and have the master volume for the monitor speakers separate. Be sure to go through the manual in the install CD to explore all options. It's actually pretty simple. For the money, I'd say this is one of the better units going for under 1K.
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Good Buy!
Posted by otayz3164 from PA on Feb 6, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Recording Student, Actice Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Acoutic, Rock, Metal
I bought this interface about a month ago and love it. I used it with pro tools m-powered and do not have a problem at all. For the people that have trouble with the "Cant turn down the monitors without turning down the headphones". It is possible if you know how to route the outputs. Very easy!!!
8 pre amps can record a drum set and for the money you cant beat this.
I never got a chance to use the midi or other outputs/inputs but you can add a lot more to this interface.
Email me with any questions:]
Go out and pick it up!!!
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Great piece of gear.
Posted by GuyInTheBack from Escondido, CA (North San Diego County) on Feb 5, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Professional Live Engineer/Hobbyist Studio one lol
Reviewer's Play Style: Personally play rock, but I mix all kinds of music
I've had this for about a year now. And I think its awesome. Tons of I/O for the price. Sounds great too! Some cons? Well, when using all 8 pres (like for drums) you will start to notice a little amp hiss. Its not terribly loud though, and I can usually notch it out with an EQ pretty easy. Also, I've always felt as though the knobs on the front feel really cheap and plastic. And for the chap who mentioned the thing about the headphones also controlled by master volume. Yes, this kinda sucks. But there are ways around this. I put my monitors on outputs 7-8 for this reason. then you can configure SWReturn 1-2 to go to outs 7-8. Set the master volume to controll outs 7-8. Then you can set physical outs 1-2 to either be SWReturns 1-2 also (like I did) this give you the same feed as the monitors but the main volume knob wont effect it. Or you can assign an other SWReturn so you can send a separate mix. (I did this for the second phone jack).
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