- Musicians, Content Creators & Engineers
- USB 2.0 and ADAT Connectivity
- 2 Mic/Line In, 2 Line/Hi-Z In, 4 Line In
- 1 Headphone Out, 6 TRS Line Out
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA Conversion
- AC Powered / Mac, Windows, Linux
- Phantom Power, MIDI I/O, Wordclock I/O
- Record all I/O to USB Flash Storage
- Supports Standalone Operation
- Powerful Remote Control Options
The Fireface UCX II 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 advanced interfaces, packing into a half-rack size unit what usually would be spread out over two or three 19 inch panels.
The most powerful & portable RME Audio USB Interface :
This unique audio system is capable of transferring analog and digital audio data directly to Windows and Mac computers. The latest Plug and Play technology guarantees a simple installation, even for the inexperienced user.
Compact, portable, and packed with features from their premier interfaces, the RME Fireface UCX II is a desktop 20×20 USB audio/MIDI interface that effectively serves as a mobile version of RME’s respected UFX rackmount models, earning it the flexibility to benefit musicians, content creators, and serious engineers alike. Not only is it a capable interface with plenty of analog and digital I/O for your DAW-based productions, but it also supports powerful remote control options and standalone operation to accommodate a myriad of workflows and recording scenarios. Additionally, it can record all I/O channels directly to USB flash storage thanks to the internal DURec digital recorder.
Since it has eight analog inputs—two high-gain mic/line preamps, two line / Hi-Z inputs, and four rear-panel line inputs, the Fireface UCX II can easily handle dynamic and condenser mics, electric instruments, and professional line-level devices. With six balanced TRS line outputs and a stereo headphone jack, it has no problem feeding monitors, cans, and even CV/gate inputs on synth gear. Reference-class clocking and compliance with resolutions up to 24-bit / 192 kHz enable the interface to perform at its best, and a crisp color display shows metering for all inputs and outputs at the same time.
Big on Features, Small on Size
The Fireface UCX II is a highly integrated pro-audio solution in an ultracompact format for studio and live recordings. It continues RME’s long tradition of designing advanced compact interfaces, packing into a half-rack size unit what usually would be spread outover two or three 19″ panels.
With up to 20 channels for recording and playback, SteadyClock FS, high-performance microphone inputs, parametric EQ, dynamics processing, echo, reverb, DURec (Direct USB Recording), MIDI I/O, a powerful headphone output, and full standalone operation, the Fireface UCX II excels with RME’s highest feature-to-space ratio ever.
Special Functionality
- Full standalone operation, no computer required
- DURec-integrated digital recorder allows you to record directly to USB memory devices
- All channels (20 inputs and 20 outputs) can be individually chosen for recording and playback
- CV/gate low-latency voltage control for automating synthesizers, mixing consoles, and effects
- SteadyClock FS reference-class digital clocking
- USB out for ARC USB remote control (available separately)
- Compatible with TotalMix FX for iPad
- DIGICheck turns the interface into a highly versatile front-end for audio measurements and software development
- Class-compliant mode for Linux environments
- Crisp high-resolution color display shows metering for all input and output channels
Eight Analog Inputs
- Two XLR-1/4″ combo mic/line preamps with phantom power and up to 75 dB of gain, plenty even for low-output dynamic mics such as the Shure SM7B
- Two 1/4″ TRS inputs for balanced line-level sources or unbalanced Hi-Z instruments
- Input sensitivity for line/Hi-Z inputs switchable to 19 or 13 dBu
- Four rear-panel balanced 1/4″ TRS line-level inputs with up to 12 dB of gain, perfect for patching in synths or outboard gear
- All analog inputs are digitally controlled
Eight Analog Outputs
- Six balanced 1/4″ TRS line outputs with high dynamic range (115 dBA) and three selectable output levels (+19, +13, or +4 dBu)
- High-power 1/4″ stereo headphone output
Digital I/O
- 8-channel ADAT I/O via TOSLINK optical ports
- 2-channel AES3 I/O via breakout cable
- 2-channel S/PDIF I/O via breakout cable
- USB Type-B host connection for Mac/Windows/Linux supports USB 2.0 and 3.0 standards
Extra Connections
- DIN 5-pin MIDI I/O for connecting keyboard controllers, arranger workstations, and synthesizers
- BNC wordclock jack can be assigned as an input or output
- Barrel input for AC power adapter
Form Factor | Tabletop |
Channels of I/O | Analog: 8 Inputs / 8 Outputs Digital: 12 Inputs / 12 Outputs |
Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Mic Preamps | 2 |
Input Level Adjustment | 1 x Knob |
Expansion Slots | None |
Pad | None |
Gain/Trim Range | 1/4″ Hi-Z Inputs: +6 dB Combo XLR-1/4″ Mic/Line Inputs: +75 dB 1/4″ Line Inputs: +12 dB |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Solo/Mute | None |
Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input (Front Panel) 2 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 4 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Line Input 6 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Line Output 1 x 1/4″ TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) |
Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off |
Digital Audio I/O | 1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input 1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output 1 x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Input (on Breakout Cable) 1 x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Input (on Breakout Cable) 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input (on Breakout Cable) 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output (on Breakout Cable) |
Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-B (USB 2.0) |
USB (Non-Host) | 1 x USB Type-A (External Storage) |
Sync I/O | 1 x BNC Word Clock Input or Output |
Network I/O | None |
MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
Other I/O | 1 x DE-9/DB-9 9-Pin Breakout Cable In/Out |
Wireless Connectivity | None |
Max Input Level | 1/4″ Hi-Z Inputs: +13 dBu (Min Gain) -5 dBu (Max Gain) Combo XLR-1/4″ Mic Inputs: +18 dBu (Min Gain) -57 dBu (Max Gain) Combo XLR-1/4″ Line Inputs: +24 dBu (Min Gain) -51 dBu (Max Gain) 1/4″ Line Inputs: +19 dBu (Min Gain) +1 dBu (Max Gain) |
Max Output Level | Line/Headphone Outputs: +19 dBu |
Headphone Output Power | 210 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms (Max, 0.1% THD) |
Impedance | Combo XLR-1/4″ Mic Inputs: 5.4 Kilohms Combo XLR-1/4″ Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms (Balanced) 5 Kilohms (Unbalanced) 1/4″ Line Inputs: 12 Kilohms (Balanced) 8 Kilohms (Unbalanced) Line Outputs: 75 Ohms Headphone Outputs: 1 Ohm |
Dynamic Range | Line Outputs: 115 dB (A-Weighted) 112 dB RMS (Unweighted) |
SNR | 1/4″ Line Inputs: 115 dB (A-Weighted) 112 dB RMS (Unweighted) |
Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz |
Sample Rate Conversion | None |
Bit Depths | 24-Bit |
Sync Sources | ADAT, AES3, Internal, S/PDIF, Word Clock |
Memory Card Slot | None |
OS Compatibility | macOS Windows Linux |
Included Software | None |
Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
Included Plug-Ins | None |
Mobile Device Compatibility | None |
Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port or USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen 1 Port |
Internet Connection | Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download |
Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included) |
AC/DC Power Adapter | 9 to 18 VDC (Not Included) |
Power Consumption | 12 W |
Rackmount Size | 1 RU (1/2-Rack) |
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