Focusrite Scarlett 816 8 in/6 out USB 2.0 Audio Interface Featuring Two Focusrite Mic Preamps

Focusrite Scarlett 816 8 in/6 out USB 2.0 Audio Interface Featuring Two Focusrite Mic Preamps Review

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Focusrite Scarlett 816 8 in/6 out USB 2.0 Audio Interface Featuring Two Focusrite Mic Preamps Feature

• Two high-quality award-winning Focusrite preamps
• High-quality 24-bit/96kHz USB interface
• Total I/O count of 8 inputs and 6 outputs
• Scarlett MixControl ultra-low-latency DSP mixer/router
• Xcite+ Software Bundle

The Scarlett 8i6 is an 8 in/6 out audio interface with outstanding sonic performance and flexibility at a truly affordable price. Part of Focusrite’s new range of USB audio interfaces, the Scarlett 8i6 is designed to make home studio recording and mixing easy without sacrificing audio quality. Twenty-five years of mic pre excellence form the foundation of this new interface, with two award-winning Focusrite preamps. Combined with a host of additional I/O options, the Scarlett 8i6 helps you get the tracks you want without having to constantly re-patch your studio. Alongside the two high-quality mic preamps, two additional analog inputs, four analog outputs, S/PDIF and MIDI open the door to true multi-track recording. Two Hi-Z instrument inputs let you plug straight in without the need to buy additional DI boxes, and two virtual Loopback inputs are also available for routing digital audio between software applications–ideal for capturing online audio. Included with the Scarlett 8i6 is Scarlett MixControl, an 18 x 6 DSP mixer. Offering flexibility that is remarkable at this price point, the MixControl software enables you to create six separate mixes with ultra-low-latency. Route any combination of input signals and sequencer outputs to any of the Scarlett 8i6 outputs. Intuitive one-click configurations help you track, monitor and mix as quickly as possible. Scarlett VST/AU/RTAS Plug-in Suite comes in the box, adding Focusrite compression, reverb, gating and EQ to your recording system. Focusrite’s established Xcite+ bundle is also included, featuring Ableton Live Lite, Novation’s Bass Station soft synth and over 1 gig of royalty-free samples from Loopmasters. Two Focusrite preamps ensure low noise and distortion, while cutting-edge digital conversion captures audio with pristine quality. Combined with the very latest in USB interfacing technology, excellent routing flexibility and rock-solid driver stability, the Scarlett 8i6 is the heart of the modern home studio.

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Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 Firewire Audio Interface. 24-bit/96kHz

Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 Firewire Audio Interface. 24-bit/96kHz Review

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The Focusrite Saffire PRO 24 is the latest in Focusrite’s new generation of FireWire audio interfaces. As with all Focusrite interfaces Saffire PRO 24 is the best sounding interface in its class attentively designed with recording musicians and the modern home studio in mind.

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Sep 29, 2011 05:19:11

Focusrite ISA428 MkII (4-Ch "Pre Pack" Preamp)

Focusrite ISA428 MkII (4-Ch "Pre Pack" Preamp) Review

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Focusrite ISA428 MkII (4-Ch "Pre Pack" Preamp) Feature

• 4-Ch "Pre Pack" Preamp
• Here's an Awesome Deal on a Focusrite Pre 4-pack PreAmp
• 4-channel Transformer-based Mic/Instrument Preamp

A 4-pack of Focusrite microphone preamplifiers has never been so affordable! Focusrite's ISA428 MkII retains all of the primary functions of the original ISA428. You get four hand-wound transformer-based preamps built around the original ISA 110 preamp circuit, housed in a convenient 2U chassis. Each of these incredible preamps features switchable impedance and an impressive 122dB of dynamic range, and each provides you with Focusrite's highly sought-after warm and transparent sound. You also get the same fantastic DI circuits found on the original ISA428, a favorite of many engineers for the bite they give electric bass. And by omitting the bulky VU meters and soft limiters, and retaining the precise LED metering of the original ISA428, Focusrite reduced the environmental footprint of the ISA428 MkII. They've also uncluttered its face and reduced its cost, all without impacting its performance. An optional A/D conversion card gives you up to eight channels of conversion over ADAT lightpipe, so the ISA428 MkII is as easy to integrate into your DAW as ever. Focusrite ISA428 MkII 4-channel Microphone Preamplifier Features at a Glance:4 classic transformer-based preampsSwitchable impedance for unparalleled mic matching or extended mic creativityIncludes the classic ISA 110 settingMultiple direct instrument inputs on the front panelAnalog insert points on every channelHighpass filters on every channelUltra-precise LED metering (dBfs) 2U chassis designOptional A/D card provides 8 channels of cutting-edge conversion at up to 192kHzThe Focusrite ISA428 MkII gives you an amazing deal on four microphone preamps!

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Sep 27, 2011 04:37:43

Focusrite Platinum PRO ADC - A/D Card (for TrakMaster Pro, TwinTrak Pro, VoiceMaster Pro and Penta)

Focusrite Platinum PRO ADC - A/D Card (for TrakMaster Pro, TwinTrak Pro, VoiceMaster Pro and Penta) Review

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The Platinum PRO series (VoiceMaster Pro, TwinTrak Pro and TrakMaster Pro) all feature the option to install this ADC, which can be retro-fitted at any time.

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Sep 25, 2011 21:05:42

Focusrite ISA428 MkII Four-Channel Mic Preamp Supporting Optional Eight-Channel A-D Converter

Focusrite ISA428 MkII Four-Channel Mic Preamp Supporting Optional Eight-Channel A-D Converter Review

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Focusrite ISA428 MkII Four-Channel Mic Preamp Supporting Optional Eight-Channel A-D Converter Feature

• Four classic preamps with DIs and a premium eight-channel converter option
• Switchable input impedance, direct instrument inputs, and an optional eight channels of high quality analogue to digital conversion
• Burr-Brown Pro Audio Amplifiers and flagship PCM4220 A-D converter chips deliver unparalleled performance
• Dynamic range of 122dB and jitter performance below 250 picoseconds
• Four instrument inputs allow quick and easy connection without a separate DI box
• ISA-series transformer-based pre-amp, includes superb common-mode rejection, excellent overload margin
• A four-band EQ, based on the EQ circuits featured in the ISA 430 and ISA 110.
• VCA-based Compressor with 'Blend' achieves smoother compression at extreme settings
• De-esser, a combination of EQ and phase cancellation are used to create a smoother and less obtrusive result.
• Precision VU metering, meter can be switched to display input or compresser gain-reduction levels

At Focusrite, our products are made with pride and principle by engineers who themselves are musicians and understand the part our products play in your process. The ISA428 MkII provides four of Focusrite's prestigious transformer based microphone preamps, featuring the same classic circuitry and renowned audio quality found in the original at a new level of affordability. With switchable input impedance, direct instrument inputs and an optional eight channels of high quality analogue to digital conversion, the ISA428 MkII creates the perfect front end for the discerning recording professional. The optional class-leading ISA828 eight channel analogue to digital converter is also compatible with the ISA428 MkII. Along with the four mic preamp inputs, four additional inputs allow you to route other line signals through the converter. High quality Burr-Brown Pro Audio Amplifiers and flagship PCM4220 A-D converter chips seated within Focusrite custom analogue circuitry deliver unparalleled performance. Specifications include a dynamic range of 122dB and jitter performance below 250 picoseconds. The card can be retrofitted at any time and integrates seamlessly with Pro Tools HD, as well as other digital workstations and mixing desks. Four Instrument inputs allow quick and easy connection without a separate DI box. Extra processing can be placed between preamp and conversion via the units dedicated insert points, featured on every channel. Finally, accurate six-segment LED metering is designed to catch even the fastest transients on every channel. Over 25 years, Focusrite has earned a reputation for bringing superb audio quality and engineering excellence to an array of audio professionals. Whether you're looking to preserve the sound of your classic microphones, or searching for the perfect front end for your digital studio, the ISA428 MkII brings legendary tools to your studio at an exceptional new price.

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Sep 24, 2011 18:53:34

Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56/Pro Tools 9 Bundle

Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56/Pro Tools 9 Bundle Review

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Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56/Pro Tools 9 Bundle Feature

• Saffire Pro56 / PT9 Bundle
• A Fantastic Deal from Focusrite! Audio Interface FireWire s:saffire_pt9s:saffirebundles
• Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56 and Avid Pro Tools 9 Bundle

Looking for the perfect recording rig? Check out this incredible deal from Focusrite! Buy a Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56 together with Avid Pro Tools 9, and save 0 instantly. That's right, now that Avid's Pro Tools 9 supports a complete range of recording equipment, Focusrite's making it easier than ever to pick up a Pro Tools system with impressive front-end processing. Get the software you want, plus an amazing FireWire audio interface, all for one amazing low price - only from Sweetwater. Keep reading to find out what makes this bundle such a fantastic match. There are a few things that set a professional-quality recording rig apart from an entry-level system, and the Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56/Avid Pro Tools 9 bundle is a great example. On the front end, the Liquid Saffire gives you the I/O, DSP, and tonal pallet you need to track serious musicians. First, there's its 28-channels of inputs, comprised of S/PDIF, ADAT, and balanced mic and line inputs, including a pair of Focusrite's world-famous Liquid Preamplifiers. These Liquid Preamplifiers can conjure up tones made famous by Avalon, Focusrite, HELIOS, Manley, Milenia, Neve, Pultec, Telefunken, and Universal Audio, giving you a tremendous tone palette to select from. The Liquid Saffire 56 also sports onboard DSP, giving you latency-free reverb, compression, EQ, and other great tools you need to track right in the first place. You also get DSP-based monitoring, which allows you to use these processors and set up advanced monitor paths, without latency. Now, add in Avid Pro Tools 9's amazing flexibility and plug-in power, which lets you edit, tweak, and mix your music to perfection, and the whole system comes together. And when you take off the package, the Liquid Saffire 56/Pro Tools 9 bundle is one deal that's too good to pass up!Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56/Avid Pro Tools 9 Bundle Features at a Glance:Instantly save 0!A complete computer-based recording systemIncludes the Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56

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Sep 23, 2011 04:56:11

Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 DSP (16x8 Firewire Interface w/DSP)

Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 DSP (16x8 Firewire Interface w/DSP) Review

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VRM makes Saffire PRO 24 DSP the only interface capable of simulating over one hundred different monitoring scenarios through your headphones. VRM overcomes the major obstacle for mixing with headphones by giving you multiple perspectives on your mix as if you were listening through speakers. Indeed noise levels from mixing through speakers can make it impossible for most to mix at home especially late at night; with VRM you can mix anytime anywhere. Using any pair of monitoring headphones VRM let’s you choose your mixing environment from a living room a bedroom studio or a professional studio. You then simply choose where you are positioned in that room and what speakers you listen through

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Sep 22, 2011 00:52:36

Focusrite FF Studio FX Plug In (Standard)

Focusrite FF Studio FX Plug In (Standard) Review

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Focusrite FF Studio FX Plug In (Standard) Feature

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The Focusrite Plug-in Suite was produced by the same team who developed Novation's nio FX rack and Saffire PRO 40 Control. The software is the perfect upgrade from your standard sequencer effects like Focusrite Compression, Reverb, Gating and EQ VST/AU plug-ins.Each plug-in has a host of presets that provide a reasonable starting point, delivering suitable solutions for the chosen sound source. Having selected a preset, you can then go on to finely tune these settings.The compressor and gate have been modeled on Focusrite's hardware devices, using the measurement of custom optos to achieve the signature Focusrite sound. (All Focusrite optos are tuned by ear, just like in the old days of analog design, ensuring a faithful recreation of those classic vintage 1960s optical compressors.)With the same signature as the original Focusrite EQ curves, Focusrite's R&D team used state-of-the-art numerical transform techniques to create an authentic response across the entire audible frequency spectrum for this software EQ.The Reverb is based on classic algorithmic studio reverb designs.

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Sep 20, 2011 00:30:34

Phonic Portable FireWire Unit FIREFLY-302

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Phonic Portable FireWire Unit FIREFLY-302 Feature

• 5 in, 6 out, 24-bit/96kHz I/O
• Stereo headphone output
• Dual FireWire ports with bus-power

5 x 6 24-bit/192kHz FireWire stream I/O 2 x 2 analog operation (RCA) Front-panel microphone in (XLR) with +48V phantom power Headphone output with dedicated level control Low-latency ASIO software direct monitoring Power indicator LED Powered via FireWire bus or included DC power supply Dual FireWire ports (6- and 4-pin) with bus-power Easy-to-see accurate LED sig and clip indicators for input and output Mac OSX and Windows XP, Vista and 7 compatible The new Phonic Firefly 302 Plus Portable FireWire unit is an easy-to-use, high-quality interface for songwriters to record guitars, keyboards, vocals and more to the computer. Featured are 3 analog (XLR, 1/4" and RCA) inputs and 2 analog outputs, which are streamed to and from the computer in real time through the 24-bit/192kHz FireWire connection. Compatible with the most popular of Digital Audio Workstation software, this compact, bus-powered unit is small enough to go anywhere you want to take your music. Both simple and compact, the Firefly is the most convenient FireWire audio device you will find.

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Focusrite ISA828 Eight Classic Microphone Pre-Amps and Class-Leading A-D Conversion

Focusrite ISA828 Eight Classic Microphone Pre-Amps and Class-Leading A-D Conversion Review

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Focusrite ISA828 Eight Classic Microphone Pre-Amps and Class-Leading A-D Conversion Feature

• Eight original ISA series transformer-based pre amps in a single robust 2U chassis
• Selectable impedence per channel; choose one of four carefully selected input impedances, including the original ISA 110 setting, to suit any microphone
• Each instrument input features high and low impedance options to provide a comprehensive and accessible DI solution.
• High pass filter, Phase reverse and Phantom power
• Convenient 25 pin D-Type connectors for quick and seemless integration with Pro Tools
• Selectable impedence per channel; choose one of four carefully selected input impedances, including the original ISA 110 setting

The ISA828 eight channel microphone pre-amplifier provides eight original ISA transformer-based pre amps in a single robust 2U chassis, offering the Focusrite signature sound at its lowest cost per channel to date. The eight ISA-series transformer-based microphone pre amps feature the same classic microphone pre-amplifier design as the original ISA110 module from Focusrite's critically acclaimed Forte console (including the original Lundahl L1538 transformer and bespoke zobel network). The pre-amps are complemented by eight line inputs, eight line outputs and an optional eight channel 192kHz ADC boasting the widest dynamic range of any converter to date. Thanks to its convenient 25 pin D-Type connectors, the ISA828 also integrates quickly and seamlessly with ProTools HD, as well as other popular hard disc recorders and mixing desks. The microphone input stage additionally includes a variable impedance circuit, allowing the user to switch between four carefully selected input impedance settings. The original ISA110 setting is supplemented by three further impedance settings to either perfectly match the pre-amp with any microphone, thus maximizing level, or to use different settings creatively to shape the sound of the microphone being used. The four front panel instrument inputs also feature high and low impedance options to provide a comprehensive and accessible DI solution. Insert switches are also featured on every channel, should the need arise to place extra processing between the pre amp and converter. Vintage design 75 Hz / 18dB per octave high pass filters are also provided on every channel, ensuring unwanted low frequencies are effectively eliminated. The ISA828’s new optional eight-channel 192kHz ADC is the first audio ADC to utilise Texas Instruments Burr-Brown Pro Audio Amplifiers and Flagship Analog to Digital Converter PCM4220 chips. This cutting-edge technology is encompassed within Focusrite’s own custom analogue circuitry to provide eight channels of unparalleled A/D conversion, delivering a dynamic range of 122dB and jitter at less than 250 picoseconds. Finally, every channel features a six LED input meter, complete with global precise meter trim. Metering has been designed to utilise the same reference points as Digidesign’s Pro Tools HD™ system and provides clear and accurate input metering, independent of the DAW.

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