M-Audio AIR 192 x 8 Overview
Designed for musicians, producers, and audio engineers in search of studio-quality recordings, the M-Audio AIR 192|8 is a 24-bit / 192 kHz audio interface with two combo XLR-1/4" mic/line inputs with switchable -10 dB mic pad and two 1/4" Hi-Z instrument inputs with a specially designed gain and impedance stage for an accurate representation of guitar/bass signal plugged directly into the interface. Each input features a dedicated meter and level control. The two 1/4" and four RCA outputs offer USB / direct monitor control and a direct mono/stereo switch to provide multiple output options for connecting to outboard gear, DJ mixers, or studio monitors. The headphone output also features an independent level, USB / direct monitoring, and switchable 1/2 or 3/4 audio stream controls for discretely listening to a cue mix, sub mix, or main mix.
Two 3.5mm MIDI ports are used with included MIDI adapters to provide In and Out ports, allowing for the connection of synthesizers, drum machines, sequencers, and other external MIDI gear. The integrated Crystal Preamp provides a transparent, low-noise operation to help you capture the very best sound from your favorite microphones, exactly the way you intended. The A/D converters feature pristine 24-bit digital audio with a broad dynamic range that captures every nuance and subtlety of the performance. Additionally, the AIR 192|8 utilizes a high-speed USB connection for low round-trip latency (2.59ms) between your computer and your hardware. What's more, a monitor mix control allows you to listen directly to the source inputs for zero-latency performance. The AIR 192|8 is bus powered and includes a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable, and a USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable. A comprehensive suite of software is also included.
Features
- 24-bit / 192kHz resolution for professional recording and monitoring
- High-speed USB circuitry
- Fast connection with a round-trip latency of only 2.59ms (dependent on buffer settings and computer hardware)
- Transparent Crystal Preamps and pristine A/D converters for remarkable audio recording quality
- VU LED meters for dialing in the optimum level
- Flexible Inputs: Two XLR / 1/4" TRS combo with -10 dB mic pad, or 1/4" instrument inputs
- Use any combination of TRS combo or 1/4" instrument input on the two channels (2 x combo, 2 x instrument, or one of each)
- MIDI input/output for connecting virtually any external MIDI gear
- Stereo 1/4" TRS and RCA outputs with direct mono/stereo switch
- Two RCA assignable auxiliary outputs
- One 1/4" headphone out with independent level control
- Rugged metal chassis with large central control for easy volume adjustment
- USB / Direct Monitor knob for balancing between the input signal and the computer signal
Premium Software Suite
- Pro Tools First | M-Audio Edition
- Eleven Lite
- AIR Creative FX Collection
- AVID Effects Collection
- AIR Music's Instrument Collection
- DB-33 Tonewheel Organ
- Boom - Drum Machine
- Strike Dynamic Drum and Arranger
- Vacuum - Monophonic Tube Synth
- Mini Grand - Acoustic Pianos
- Xpand!2 - Multitimbral Workstation
- Ableton Live Lite
- Touch Loops 2GB Loop Library
