Product Description
- high-speed USB 2.0 interface > simultaneous 8 x 8 24-bit/96kHz audio
- MX Core DSP technology > flexible channel routing, monitor sub-mixing and effects processing
- 4 preamps with award-winning M-Audio Octane technology > premium input circuitry
- compatible with Mac and PC > works with most audio production software*
*Compatible with all ASIO- and Core Audio-based applications.
High-speed USB 2.0 Technology
The next generation of mobile recording interfaces has arrived - the Fast Track Ultra features high-speed USB 2.0 technology for advanced performance. Like FireWire, USB 2.0 delivers the bandwidth for 24-bit/96kHz audio resolution throughout the recording and monitoring process. The increased data speed lets you enjoy exceptional fidelity on all of your inputs and outputs simultaneously.
Speed Comparisons in Mbps:
USB 1.1-> 12Mbps
USB 2.0-> 480Mbps
FireWire 400-> 400Mbps
Built-in Effects Processing
Tired of tracking vocals and instruments dry? Fast Track Ultra features MX Core DSP technology that gives you reverb and delay on the headphone outputs with separate sends for every channel. Adding effects is an easy way to inspire creativity and infuse a performance with new energy - without taxing your CPU resources.
Make the Connection
Fast Track Ultra provides a complete recording solution, with six channels of analog inputs and outputs plus 2-channel digital S/PDIF I/O. Unlike most USB interfaces, it features two dedicated inserts on the first two channels, giving you the ability to insert outboard processing before A/D conversion. Easy connection via a single USB 2.0 cable delivers both audio and MIDI communication with your computer. Compatibility with most major audio software, means seamless integration into any studio setup.
MX Core DSP Technology for Sophisticated Channel Routing
The Fast Track Ultra makes it easy to create multiple monitor mixes when recording other musicians. The robust MX Core mixer employs an array of eight individual DSP cores to deliver near-zero latency and a matrix for sophisticated channel routing options - accessible via an intuitive control panel that utilizes a separate mixer for each pair of outputs. The mixer expands the total I/O to an impressive 16 x 8 configuration, allowing you to connect synths and outboard gear to any of the interface's hardware inputs, then mix them with the eight audio streams coming from your computer.
Professional Octane Preamp Technology
The quality of your recordings is only as good as the initial signal. The Fast Track Ultra features four preamps with multi-award-winning M-Audio Octane technology, creating a premium front end that delivers amazing audio clarity. You get professional, low-noise, high-gain preamplification with enough channels for a variety of miking applications. Features include +48V phantom power for condenser mics, signal/peak LED indicator lights and a pull-out gain knob that activates a 20dB pad for recording at high volumes. See why world-class artists choose the M-Audio Octane preamp.
Dual Headphone Amp
Whether you usually track vocals or an ensemble, you're likely to need multiple headphone mixes. Fast Track Ultra has two completely independent headphone outputs so you can take advantage of the DSP mixer's powerful routing options and create the right mix for your performers - complete with reverb and delay.
Full Features
- 24-bit/96kHz professional audio on all I/O simultaneously
- high-speed USB 2.0 interface
- MX Core DSP technology
- digital effects processing with assignable parameters
- flexible channel routing options
- expands DSP mixing interface to 16 x 8 - 4 preamps with award-winning M-Audio Octane technology
- 4 XLR microphone inputs - including 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks for mic or instrument level inputs
- 20dB pad on each preamp
- signal/peak LED indicator lights
- phantom power - 6 balanced line inputs
- 6 balanced analog outputs
- 2 analog inserts
- S/PDIF digital I/O
- built-in 1 x 1 MIDI interface
- 2 independent headphone outputs with individual volume controls
- full ASIO 2.0, WDM, MME, and Core Audio support
- compatible with most major audio production software*
- USB bus power**
*Compatible with all ASIO- and Core Audio-based applications.
**USB bus power enables analog channels 1 and 2, S/PDIF I/O, and headphone output 1; included power supply required for full 8 x 8 operation.
Bundled Software: Ableton Live Lite
Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live - the revolutionary, multi-award winning music production solution that allows you to spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Live brings your acoustic, electronic and virtual instruments - as well as your digital audio recordings and MIDI sequences - together in a single interface with unparalleled ease of use.
Compatibility
- WDM
- Core Audio
- ASIO 2.0
- MME
Minimum System Requirements (PC)
- Windows XP (32-bit) with SP2 or higher/Windows Vista (32-bit/64-bit versions)/Windows 7
- DirectX 9.0c or higher (included in XP)
- USB 2.0 port
- 1.6 GHz processor (CPU may be higher for laptops)
- 512 MB RAM*
*Windows Vista Home Premium, Business and Ultimate require 1 GB RAM.
Minimum System Requirements (Mac)
- Mac OS X
- 10.3.9 or higher
- USB 2.0 port
- 512 MB RAM
- 1 GHz CPU
Please check your audio software for additional minimum system requirements.
Additional Information
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