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The Fireface UCX is a highly integrated pro audio solution in an ultra-compact format for studio and live recordings. It continues RME's long tradition of designing compact high-end interfaces, packing into a half-rack size unit what usually would be spread out over two or three 19 inch panels.
In doing this the Fireface UCX marks a new packing record: 300 electronic components more than inside the already well-stocked Fireface UC! In a tremendous effort RME packed once again all the latest technologies, introduced with the award winning flagship UFX, plus a bunch of newly developed ones, into a half 19 inch housing with full mobile usability.
The result is an awesome combination of RME's most successful products: Fireface UFX, Firefaces UC/400 and Babyface. The Fireface UCX is not just a smaller version of the smash hit UFX, with the HFX-core, the preamps and the complete effects engine, the UCX continues the tradition of RME's tremendously successful compact interfaces, and combines it with the great usability of the Babyface through the optional RME remote*. With the Fireface UCX RME reinvented an already perfect product, by improving existing features and characteristics plus adding sophisticated new ones:
Low Latency mastering grade converters with outstanding specifications.
Two mic preamps with the premium technology from RME's high-end recording bestsellers Micstasy and UFX, including the AutoSet overload protection.
A newly developed Hammerfall audio core, supporting USB and FireWire with the maximum performance and ultra-low latency operation, combined with the legendary RME driver stability and maintenance, on both bus protocols.
TotalMix FX with the complete Fireface UFX DSP engine, including all effects up to 192 kHz.
Monitoring Controller: combining the impressive flexibility of the TotalMix FX monitoring tool set and the optional RME Remote Control.
RME's unique DIGICheck metering and analysis toolbox for Windows PC and Mac.
Plus support for RME's Advanced Remote Control, active jitter suppression technology, professional reference level support, advanced stand-alone functionality, full 192 kHz operation, and last but not least two high speed MIDI I/Os.
On top of it: The Fireface UCX is the first professional audio interface with Class Compliant mode to work with Apple's iPad, for perfect stereo up to 8 channel recording and playback, and the addition of truly professional I/Os.
All in all the Fireface UCX is the new compact-sized dream interface, created with care for every detail, and a new premium solution for any desktop and live usage, without compromises in sound, stability and ultra-low latency operation.
* Special Remote Edition: the Fireface UCX was available in edition, including the RME Basic Remote Control.
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Frequently asked questions
Differences to Fireface UFX and Fireface UC/400
Connectivity
18 Input / 18 Output channels
8 x Analog I/O
2 x Mic/ Line Preamps, digitally controlled
2 x Line / Instrument inputs, digitally controlled
1 x SPDIF I/O coaxial
1 x ADAT I/O (or 1 x SPDIF I/O optical)
1 x Word Clock I/O
2 x MIDI I/O (via breakout cable)
1 x FireWire 400
1 x USB 2.0 (USB 3 compatible)
optional: Advanced Remote Control
TotalMix FX (with UFX effects engine)
Inputs and Outputs
The UCX provides 36 channels of audio - 18 I/Os. All channels can be used at the same time. Up to 8 analog and 10 digital channels can be recorded onto 18 separate tracks. All outputs can be used for ASIO Direct Monitoring purposes.
Available I/O (channels) with different Sample Rates:
Sample Rate Analog SPDIF ADAT Total In/Out
44.1/48 kHz 8/8 2/2 8/8 18/18
88.2/96 kHz 8/8 2/2 4/4 14/14
176.4/192 kHz 8/8 2/2 2/2 12/12
Analog I/O
The UCX provides 8 analog I/O in a very flexible combination:
8 Inputs. On the rear: 4 balanced TRS. On the front: 2 XLR inputs with Mic/Line preamps (65 dB Gain) and 2 Hi-Z capable TRS Line/Instrument inputs..
8 Outputs . On the rear: 6 balanced TRS outputs. On the front: One additional TRS stereo phones (playback channels 7/8). The high power phones output offers high volumes even with high-impedance headphones.
Sound Quality . Equipped with a new 2011 A/D and D/A high-performance converter design all I/Os operate at up to 192 kHz. The AD/DA conversion supersedes the outstanding technical specifications of the Fireface UC/400 with an impressive 114 dBA dynamic range on both record and playback. The advanced multi-bit converter architecture guarantees excellent S/N and THD specs across a wide analog level range. In the best RME tradition and product philosophy, the UCX converters and preamps have no characteristic "sound" of their own. They neither add nor remove anything, but capture the original signal just as it is.
Due to its efficient jitter reduction, RME's superior SteadyClockTM finalizes the state-of-the-art AD/DA conversion, even when clocking to an external digital source.
Low Latency Converters . All analog I/Os use a low latency converter design with impressive 14 samples for the ADC, and 7 samples for the DAC, independent of the used sample rate. These values are about a quarter of the Fireface UC/400 (43/28), and even outperform much more expensive devices. A technical breakthrough that reduces the overall latency of timing critical applications, in live situations, and in computer-based recording studios. The converter latency is so low (0.4 ms at 48 kHz) that it can be ignored, turning analog digital monitoring into real analog-style monitoring!
Professional Level Support . A great converter needs to support the common studio levels for the perfect adaptation to other analog equipment without loosing headroom. Like all other RME devices the UCX supports the common professional studio levels: -10 dBV, +4 dBu, Lo / HiGain. The software-controlled reference levels, realized discretely in the analog domain, ensure highest dynamic range and fidelity.
- Inputs 3 to 8: -10 dBV, +4 dBu and Lo Gain (adjustable in two groups - channels 3/4 and 5 to 8).
- Outputs 1 to 8: -10 dBV, +4 dBu and Hi Gain (adjustable in two groups - channels 1 to 6 and 7/8).
All outputs can be used for ASIO Direct Monitoring purposes.
Drivers
- Windows 7 / Vista / XP SP2 (32 & 64 bit)
- Apple Mac OS X 10.5 Intel or up (Core Audio)
Windows and Mac OS X drivers are completely identical in terms of features and functionality.
*Some features in DIGICheck are not available in the Mac version.
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Technical Specifications
AD, Line In 5-8, rear
Signal to Noise ratio (SNR): 111 dB RMS unweighted, 114 dBA
Frequency response @ 44.1 kHz, -0.1 dB: 10 Hz - 20.6 kHz
Frequency response @ 96 kHz, -0.5 dB: 5 Hz - 45.3 kHz
Frequency response @ 192 kHz, -1 dB: -1 dB: 5 Hz - 90 kHz
THD:
THD+N:
Maximum input level: +19 dBu
Channel separation: > 110 dB
Input: 6.3 mm TRS jack, electronically balanced
Input sensitivity switchable to Lo Gain, +4 dBu, -10 dBV
Input level for 0 dBFS @ Lo Gain: +19 dBu
Input level for 0 dBFS @ +4 dBu: +13 dBu
Input level for 0 dBFS @ -10 dBV: +2 dBV
Line In 3-4, front
As AD, but:
Additional Gain stage: 0 up to +12 dB
Maximum input level, Lo Gain, Gain 0 dB:
Line +19 dBu, Inst +13 dBu
Maximum input level, -10 dBV, Gain 12 dB, Line:
-7,5 dBu, Inst: -13,5 dBu
Input impedance Inst: 470 kOhm
Input Gain Inst: +6 dB
Input mode: Line balanced (TRS), Inst unbalanced (TS)
CLIP LED: 0 dBFS
SIG LED: -60 dBFS
Microphone/Line 1-2, front
as AD Line In 5-8, but:
Input: Neutrik XLR/TRS Combo jack, electronically balanced
Input impedance: XLR 2 kOhm, TRS 8 kOhm balanced
Signal to Noise ratio (SNR): 112 dB RMS unweighted, 115 dBA
Low Roll Off -0.5 dB: 18 Hz, -1 dB: 12 Hz
Gain range: 0 dB, +10 up to +65 dB
Maximum input level XLR, Gain 0 dB: +10 dBu
Maximum input level XLR, Gain 65 dB: -55 dBu
Maximum input level TRS, Gain +0 dB: +21 dBu
Maximum input level TRS, Gain +65 dB: -44 dBu
CLIP LED: 0 dBFS
SIG LED: -60 dBFS
DA, Line Out 1-6, rear
Dynamic range (DR): 111 dB, 114 dBA @ 44.1 kHz (unmuted)
Frequency response @ 44.1 kHz, -0.1 dB: 5 Hz - 20.4 kHz
Frequency response @ 96 kHz, -0.5 dB: 5 Hz - 45 kHz
Frequency response @ 192 kHz, -1 dB: 5 Hz - 90 kHz
THD: -100 dB,
THD+N: -96 dB,
Channel separation: > 110 dB
Maximum output level: +19 dBu
Output: 6.3 mm TRS jack, servo-balanced
Output impedance: 75 Ohm
Output level switchable: Hi Gain, +4 dBu, -10 dBV
Output level at 0 dBFS @ Hi Gain: +19 dBu
Output level at 0 dBFS @ +4 dBu: +13 dBu
Output level at 0 dBFS @ -10 dBV: +2 dBV
DA - Phones, 7/8, front
As DA, but:
Output: 6.3 mm TRS jack, unbalanced
Output impedance: 30 Ohm
Word Clock
BNC, switch for internal termination 75 Ohm
System Requirements
USB: Computer with at least Pentium Core 2 Duo CPU (see the list of Tested Systems with USB chipsets).
FireWire: Computer with OHCI compatible FireWire Port 400 (1394a) or FireWire 800 port (via adapter cable).
Optional Add-Ons
Advanced Remote Control
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The UA-1G is a compact 1 x 1 USB Audio Interface that offers excellent-quality sound via multiple connection options and a simple, user-friendly design.
- Stereo input and output at 24-bit/96kHz audio quality
- High-end A/D and D/A converters for accurate recording and playback
- Large Input Level knob for easy control while recording
- 1/4" jack with Hi-Z option for recording electric guitar or bass
- Electret condenser mic input
- RCA phono type and optical-digital audio I/O
- Headphone output
- USB powered – no AC adapter required
- SONAR LE for music recording, editing, and publishing on PC
- Low-latency ASIO 2.0 (PC); WDM (Windows Vista, Windows XP) and Core Audio (Mac OS X) support
| Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels | Record: 1 pair of stereo
Play: 1 pair of stereo
REC SOURCE switch = ANALOG: Full duplex (except for 96 kHz setting)
REC SOURCE switch = DIGITAL: Recording only |
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| Signal Processing | PC interface: 24 bits
AD/DA Conversion: 24 bits (linear)
* ADVANCE DRIVER switch = OFF: 16 bits |
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| Sampling Frequency | Digital output: 32/44.1/48/96 kHz
Digital input: 32/44.1/48/96 kHz
AD/DA Conversion: 32/44.1/48/96 kHz
* ADVANCE DRIVER switch = OFF: 32/44.1/48 kHz
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| Nominal Input Level | Line input jacks: -10 to +4 dBu
Guiter input jakcs: -30 to -16dBu
Mic input jack: -40 to -26 dBu
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| Nominal Output Level | Line output jacks: -10 dBu |
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| Interface | USB Digital input (Optical mini type)
* The same jack serves as both the Mic Input jack and digital input connector.
Digital output (Optical mini type)
* The same jack serves as both the headphones jack and digital output connector.
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| Controllers | ADVANCED DRIVER Switch
Guiter/Mic Switch
INPUT VOLUME knob
PHONES VOLUME Dial
SAMPLE RATE Switch
96kHz MODE Switch
INPUT MONITOR Switch
REC SOURCE Switch |
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| Connectors | USB Connector (B type)
Line Input jacks (L, R) (RCA phono type)
Line Output jacks (L, R) (RCA phono type)
Guiter/Mic Input jack: （1/4 inch phone type)
Mic Input jack (Plug-in powered miniature phone type)
Digital Intput connector (Optical mini type)
* The same jack serves as both the headphones jack and digital output connector.
Headphones jack (Stereo miniature phone type)
Digital Output connector (Optical mini type)
* The same jack serves as both the Mic Input jack and digital input connector. |
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| Power Supply | Supplied from the computer |
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| Current Draw | 200 mA |
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| Accessories | Ownerʼs Manual, UA-1G CD-ROM, SONAR LE CD-ROM |
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| Portable 10-in/10-out compact, mobile FireWire audio at home or on the road
The FA-101 has the highest specs available to support your most demanding applications. You get 24-bit, 192kHz simultaneous recording and playback in a compact 1U half-rack unit, with all the headroom you need.
Supports up to 24 bit, 192 kHz
Compatible with Mac OS X standard driver
Two independent, on board mic pre-amps
Capable of full duplex recording and playback on 10 independent channels
Bus powered and durable metal construction for mobile applications
Lots of ins and outs to support a wide range of recording and gigging applications
The FA-101 is a feature-packed 10x10 audio interface that can handle a full 10 channels of input/output at 24-bit/96kHz. Record and monitor all 10 channels simultaneously in full duplex. Phenomenal audio power for the studio musician! In addition, the FA-101 offers 6-channel recording and playback at 24-bit/192kHz for performance at DVD-A quality.
* 10x10 24-bit/96kHz audio performance
* 6x6 24-bit/192kHz audio performance
* Firewire bus-powered
* Direct monitoring
* Low-latency driver support
* Native Support in Mac OS X (10.3.4 or later)
* 2x phantom-powered mic preamps
* 8x8 balanced analog I/O
* S/PDIF optical I/O
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Mbox® is a premium audio interface, packing a wide range of analog and digital I/O connections into a mobile form factor.
* Compatible with most major audio software (Pro Tools LE®, Logic, Live, Cubase, and more)
* Bus-powered USB 2.0 connection for maximum mobility
* Professional-grade circuitry and converters deliver exceptional audio performance
* Up to 24-bit, 96 kHz sample rates
* Soft-clip limiter lets you track hot signals without clipping—providing a classic overdriven tape saturation sound
* Built-in guitar tuner
* Onboard DSP offers flexible cue mixing and reverb effects
* Assignable Pro Tools multi-function button on interface gives you fast access to software functions
* Hardware configuration:
o 4 x 4 simultaneous channels of I/O
o 2 XLR mic/line combo inputs with 48 V phantom power
o 2 1/4” DI inputs on front panel for easy access
o 2 balanced 1/4” monitor outputs
o 1 1/4” stereo headphone output with volume control
o Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O
o 1 MIDI input, 1 MIDI output
o Monitor control section with Mono and Dim controls
o Dedicated monitor volume knob
Pro Tools LE Software
Pro Tools 8 Software
The Pro Tools® software platform is used in professional studios around the world, and includes all the tools you need to easily compose, record, edit, mix, and master your projects with pro results—every time.
Key Features
* Award-winning Pro Tools recording, editing, and mixing
* 48 simultaneous stereo audio tracks (expandable with Toolkit options)
* Includes over 70 professional effects and virtual instruments
* Professional MIDI sequencing with dedicated MIDI Editor window
* Integrated Score Editor based on award-winning Sibelius notation software
* Full Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch to easily adjust timing and pitch on your tracks
* Unique Beat Detective LE automatic groove analysis and correction tool
* ReWire support for streaming your favorite applications right into Pro Tools
* Huge selection of compatible third-party plug-ins and software options
* Works on Windows and Mac computers
System Requirements
Mac PC
* Mac OS X 10.5.8 (Leopard) or 10.6.1-10.6.4 (Snow Leopard)
* 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)
* 6 GB free disk space
* Intel® processor (no PowerPC® support)
* One USB port
* Windows® XP 32-bit SP3, Windows Vista® 32-bit SP2, Windows 7 32-bit, or Windows 7 64-bit
* 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)
* 5 GB free disk space
* One USB port
Compatibility
ASIO, Core Audio, WDM, MME, and multi-client drivers ![]( "MBOX")
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The all new 896mk3 FireWire audio interface delivers high-end performance, superb sound, innovative new features and enhanced standard features that remain unique.
The 896mk3 provides eight channels of pristine 24-bit 192 kHz analog recording and playback, combined with sixteen channels of optical digital I/O, stereo AES/EBU, S/PDIF and separate analog main outs. Expand your system by connecting the 8pre mic input expander or other MOTU audio interfaces.
The 896mk3 is equally well-suited for studio and stage, with or without a computer. As an interface or standalone mixer, the 896mk3 provides 28 separate inputs and 32 separate outputs, including dedicated main outs on XLRs and two front panel headphone outs.
Connect all of your studio gear, including microphones, guitars, synths, keyboards, drum machines and even effects processors. Record, monitor, route and process all of these live inputs using the professional on-board CueMix FX digital mixer – with no latency and no processor strain on your computer. Apply hardware DSP-driven effects processing to inputs, outputs, and busses independent of your host computer. Add Classic Reverb™ with lengths up to 60 seconds. Further sculpt your sound with 7-band parametric EQ featuring filter types carefully modeled after British analog console EQs. Choose between two forms of compression: a conventional compressor and the Leveler™, an accurate model of the legendary LA-2A™ optical compressor that provides vintage, musical automatic gain control.
MOTU FireWire audio interfaces are fully compatible with FireWire 800-equipped Macs. All you need is a standard FireWire 400-to-800 cable. Just plug in and go. The FireWire bus operates at 400 Mb/sec, providing the same high speed, low latency and rock solid reliability that MOTU FireWire interfaces are known for.
When recording from the mic/guitar inputs, the 896mk3ʼs signal overload protection gives you an extra 12 dB of headroom above zero with no clipping or harsh artifacts.
After programming the on-board mixing in the studio, unplug the 896mk3 from the computer and take it on the road for operation as a stand-alone mixer with effects. All mixing and effects parameters are adjustable using the front panel backlit LCD.
The 896mk3 provides cross-platform compatibility with Mac and Windows and all of your favorite audio software and host-based effects via WDM/ASIO/Core Audio drivers. Or you can use the included AudioDesk workstation software for Mac, with 24-bit recording/editing and 32-bit mixing/processing/mastering.
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Computer Based Recording Packages
Computer-Based Recording Packages For All Players Of Musical Instruments
The AUDIOGRAM Series has been carefully designed to make setting up your computer-based recording environment an absolute breeze. Coming as a complete kit, the AUDIOGRAM6 and AUDIOGRAM3 each bundle together a hardware interface that adds audio inputs and outputs to your computer, software for recording and producing music, and a USB cable for connecting the audio interface. As such, either package will instantly turn your computer into a powerful yet intuitive tool for recording and editing audio from virtually any microphone or audio input device. What's more, setup is as easy as installing the bundled music-production application, CUBASE AI, on your computer and connecting the audio interface using the USB cable provided! You're then ready to connect instruments, microphones, CD players, MP3 players, and even old record or tape players for recording straight into CUBASE AI.
Size/Weight
| Dimensions | Width | 170mm (6-3/4“) | | Height | 59mm (2-3/8“) | | Depth | 192mm (7-5/8“) | | Weight | Weight | 770g (1.7 lbs.) |
General Specifications
| Sampling Frequency Rate | USB AUDIO 1.1, 16bit/44.1kHz |
Effects
| Types | Dynamic | 1-knob Compressor (COMP) x 2 |
Storage and Connectivity
| Connectivity | Headphones | Stereo Phone connector x 1 | | Microphone | Mic/Hi-Z input x 2 | | LINE IN | Phone connector x 4 (L/MONO x 2, R x 2) | | LINE OUT | Phone connector x 2 (L, R) | | USB TO HOST | USB (TO HOST) |
Power Supply
System Requirements
| Windows | PC | Windows-based computer with built-in USB interface Windows-based computer with built-in USB interface | | CPU | 1 GHz or better Intel Core / Pentium / Celeron processor 750 MHz or better Intel Core / Pentium / Celeron processor | | Support OS | Windows Vista / Windows XP Professional / XP Home Edition | | Memory | More than 1 GB More than 128 MB | | Macintosh | PC | Macintosh computer with built-in USB interface | | CPU | Intel CPU / Macintosh G3 processor 300 MHz or better | | Support OS | Mac OS X 10.3.3 or higher | | Memory | More than 128 MB |
Accessories | Included Accessories | Cable | USB Cable | | Others | CUBASE AI DVD, Owners Manual |
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