RME Fireface 800 FireWire Computer Recording Interface

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Impeccable A/D/A converters and lots of I/O.

The RME Fireface 800 FireWire Computer Recording Interface offers 8 balanced line I/Os with software-controlled switching of the levels in the analog domain. All levels are under software control except the mic pre-amps and the headphone outputs. High-level A/D and D/A converter chips, I/Os that operate up to 192kHz, and 119 dBA dynamic range on playback speak to the stellar level of sound quality. The front features 4 balanced mic inputs with class-A stage, 48V phantom power and individual jack and XLR inputs, which can also be used as additional line inputs. 2 of the 4 mic inputs are available permanently as channels 9 and 10, while the other 2 can be used together with or instead of inputs 7 and 8 on the rear. A hi-Z instrument input for guitar and bass includes a soft-limiter, custom-tuned for musical instruments, that affords overload protection of the A/D-converter. The limiter's harmonic distortion can be used for tube-like distortions. A special circuit delivers fuzz-box-type guitar distortions. A multi-stage filter hi- and low-frequency filter lets you clean up the sound as desired.The FireWire 800's digital I/Os include 2 ADAT I/Os for connecting and inserting effect devices, mixers, or external converters. The 192kHz SPDIF-I/O works concurrently with 10 analog in- and outputs at the highest sample rate, plus 2 digital ones. All inputs and outputs are active at the same time. For example, the instrument input can be used either instead of, or together with, the line input on the back. The jack and the XLR sockets of the mic inputs can even be used simultaneously. To summarize, up to 35 signal sources can be connected to the Fireface 800 and recorded to 28 separate tracks.The DSP-based TotalMix mixer derives from the popular Hammerfall DSP series, with all inputs and outputs having the ability to be freely mixed, distributed and routed. Up to 14 completely independent stereo submixes are possible. The internal flash memory enables all settings including TotalMix to be recalled on startup. The device also works stand-alone as a submixer, A/D and D/A converter, headphone mixer, format converter, instrument or mic pre-amp, and monitor mixer. The SteadyClock sync and clock technology enable the unit to be used as a sync reference for your whole studio. SteadyClock refreshes clock signals and removes jitter. A time code option (TCO) for synchronizing to LTC, video and VITC can be added with the insert slot on the back.The Fireface 800 has a second port for hub functionality, a bi-lingual mode for full FireWire 400 compatibility, and an additional FW 400 port. With the multi-ports, several Fireface 800s can be used in parallel and at the same time with no problems.

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RME Fireface 800 FireWire Computer Recording Interface Features:

  • 8 balanced line I/Os with software-controlled switchingPristine 192kHz A/D and D/A conversionUp to 119 dBA dynamic range on playback4 balanced mic inputs on the front with 48V phantom power and individual jack and XLR inputsHi-Z instrument input for guitar and bass with soft limiterSpecial guitar distortion circuitMulti-stage filter hi- and low-frequency filter2 ADAT I/OsUp to 35 signal sources can be connected to and recorded to 28 separate tracksTotalMix mixer allows all inputs and outputs to be freely mixed, distributed and routedUp to 14 completely independent stereo submixesInternal flash memory enables all settings to be recalled on startupWorks stand-alone as a submixer, A/D and D/A converter, headphone mixer, format converter, instrument or mic pre-amp, and monitor mixerSteadyClock sync and clock technologyTime code option (TCO) for synchronizing to LTC, video and VITC can be added with the insert slot on the backIncludes a second port for hub functionality, a bi-lingual mode for full FireWire 400 compatibility, and an additional FW 400 portSeveral Fireface 800s can be used in parallel at the same time




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  • One of the best purchases I have made.

    As reviewed by Logicpro77 on 10/27/2006

    I have been using the Fireface 800 for about 2 months now, and it really is amazing! I needed a firewire (or USB) interface to use with my new Macbook 1.83, and was pretty set on the MOTU 828. I honestly did't really consider the FF800 at first, simply because of the price... but after taking a good look at all of my options, I decided to wait and save up my money. I don't think I will ever regret this decision! The sound quality of this box is incredible, you will hear things in your mixes you never knew were there, and it took me no longer than 10 mins to get it up and running with Logic Pro 7. I could talk for an hour about all the great features this thing has. Now for the few things I don't like about it... The guitar input on the front is OK. It has a built in limiter, speaker emulation, and a neat "drive" function, but overall I really don't like the sound of it. Even the HI Z inputs on my Aardvark Q10's sound warmer. There is no master level control on the front (it is only available in the software). Also the preamp gain has a strange curve to it, that takes a little getting used to. Overall this interface is marvelous... save up some money, and bring your music to the next level!

    10 of 10 people found this review helpful.

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  • What a Nice Interface! Nothing beats it.

    As reviewed by QualityGuy on 11/6/2006

    The RME Fireface800 has outstanding quality. The preamps give good color and life and sound fantastic. These pre-amps offer the best sound quality out of any other interface, and that makes it worth every cent. I, unfortunately do not own one, but it would be so worth it to save up for it. Once I have this interface, why would I need another... NOTHING BEATS IT! The pre's are just the best and give great color to your inputs. I recommend this interface to anyone, beginner and definitely a pro. Don't make the mistake of getting another interface that you can afford, get the Fireface and be done with it... It's by far the best in its class and you will imediately hear the difference in the microphone pre-amps on this bad boy. Have Fun!

    5 of 14 people found this review helpful.

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  • Nothing Short of Amazing!

    As reviewed by 06R7 on 10/18/2006

    I love this box! I've had it for months now, and I take it for granted these days, but I will never forget when I traded in my old 828 for this baby. The old 828 was great, and trusty. But the Fireface took me to a new level. It was like blankets were taken off my monitors. I know that sounds cliche, but it happened. I hear SO much clarity and high-end it's sick! The lows are really defined as well. The included Fireface mixer is really exceptional for line-mixing and routing. I don't have anything bad to say about it. It's one of my best purchases of 2006.

    5 of 6 people found this review helpful.

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