M-Audio Fast Track Ultra – High-speed USB Interface

The Fast Track Ultra 8 x 8 audio/MIDI interface takes M-Audio’s acclaimed mobile recording line to the next level with high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity, MX Core™ DSP mixer and four preamps with award-winning Octane™ technology. Featuring both analog and digital I/O, it allows recording on all eight channels simultaneously with pristine 24-bit/96kHz fidelity—while M-Audio’s mature low-latency drivers ensure rock-solid stability and performance. The on-board MX Core™ DSP mixer processes eight hardware inputs and eight software returns to the eight hardware outputs, delivering flexible routing and monitoring with delay and reverb. Compatible with most major audio software, Fast Track Ultra lets you record in the studio or on the go.

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.

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. 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.

Specifications
All specs measured at 48kHz sampling rate unless otherwise stated

Mic Inputs (A/D)
Input Impedance 1.7k ohms unbalanced, 3.4k ohms balanced
Maximum Input Level from +21dBu @ min gain (with pad) to -50dBu @ max gain (no pad)
Channel-to-Channel Crosstalk < -110dB
SNR (min gain, no pad) -103dB, A-weighted
Dynamic Range (min gain, no pad) 103dB, A-weighted
THD+N (min gain, no pad) 0.002% (-94dB) @ -1dBFS, 1kHz
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.1dB
Preamp Gain > 60dB
Pad -20dB

Instrument Inputs (A/D)
Input Impedance 1M ohm, unbalanced
Maximum Input Level from +14dBV @ min gain (no pad) to -40dBV @ max gain (no pad)
SNR (min gain, no pad) -103dB, A-weighted
Dynamic Range (min gain, no pad) 103dB, A-weighted
THD+N (min gain, no pad) 0.005% (-86dB) @ -1dBFS, 1kHz
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.1dB @ 48kHz sample rate

Preamp Gain >45dB
Pad -20dB

Line Inputs (A/D)
Input Impedance 28k ohm balanced / 20k ohm unbalanced
Maximum Input Level +3.4dBu, balanced/+1.2dBV, unbalanced

Channel-to-Channel Crosstalk < -110dB
SNR -103dB, A-weighted
Dynamic Range 103dB, A-weighted

THD+N 0.002% (-94dB) @ -1dBFS, 1kHz
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.1dB

Input Inserts (analog)
Maximum Level Send +6dBV, unbalanced
Maximum Level Return +6dBV, unbalanced

THD+N 0.002% (-94dB) @ -1dB from max level, 1kHz
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.1dB

Line Outputs (D/A)
Output Impedance 150 ohms, unbalanced / 300 ohms, balanced
Maximum Output Level +10dBu, balanced, +1.8dBV, unbalanced

Channel-to-Channel Crosstalk < -100dB
SNR -104 dB, A-weighted
Dynamic Range 104dB, A-weighted
THD+N 0.002% (-94dB) @ -1dBFS, 1kHz

Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.1dB
Headphone Output (D/A)
Maximum Output 0dBV at THD < 0.05% into 32 ohms
Channel-to-Channel Crosstalk < -55dB
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20kHz, +/- 0.7dB
Working Range 24 to 600 ohms

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