Microphone
| Microphone dynamic range |
103 dB |
| Microphone Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) |
-103 dB |
| Microphone input impedance |
3400 Ω |
| Microphone Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
0.002% |
Technical details
| Line-in maximum input |
1.2 dBV |
| Line-out Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
0.002% |
| Line-out impedance |
300 Ω |
| Line-out channel-to-channel crosstalk |
-100 dB |
| Line-out maximum output |
1.8 dBV |
| Line-in dynamic range |
103 dB |
| Line-in Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) |
-103 dB |
| Line-in Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
0.002% |
| Line-in unbalanced impedance |
20000 Ω |
| Line-in balanced impedance |
28000 Ω |
| Line-out Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) |
-103 dB |
| Line-out dynamic range |
104 dB |
Headphones
| Headphones working range |
600 Ω |
Instrument
| Input impedance |
1000000 Ω |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) |
0.005% |
| Dynamic range |
103 dB |
Audio
| Frequency range |
20 - 20000 Hz |
Fast Track Ultra, High-speed 8 x 8 USB 2.0 Interface with MX Core DSP Technology
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 the way you want—in the studio or on the go.
<b>High-speed USB 2.0 Technology</b>
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.
<b>Professional Octane Preamp Technology</b>
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.
<b>Built-in Effects Processing</b>
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.
