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RME Babyface (Blue)

Item ID: Babyface

10-in/12-out USB Audio Interface with 2 Microphone Preamplifiers, DSP Mixer, and 192kHz Operation - Blue

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Tons of I/O — in a Compact, Sleek Package

Flawless 192kHz sound quality, easy USB connectivity, impressive 10-in/12-out recording capabilities, all offered in a sleek "go anywhere" interface — how could it possibly get cooler than the RME Babyface?! With this blue beauty on your desktop, you're tapped into that raved-about RME sound quality. Just connect the breakout cable to the back of the Babyface and start hooking up your gear. You've got two microphone inputs to tackle your stereo recording projects. And you can use the hi-Z input (in place of one of the mic inputs) when you want to record your guitar or bass directly.

Is it time to record a full band? Just connect your favorite ADAT-equipped piece of gear — say, an 8-channel microphone preamp — and you'll be set for those bigger recording sessions. And with ADAT output, you've got a lot of I/O, considering the Babyface's super-small footprint. Speaking of I/O, the Babyface comes with TotalMix FX mixer/router software that's powered by hardware DSP. You can flexibly route your audio and apply high-end effects, including a 3-band parametric EQ, reverb, and echo. The hardware also calculates RMS and Peak levels for all channels without taxing your CPU at all — very cool.

For a pristine listening experience, RME gave the Babyface's headphone output a separate D/A converter. The headphone output is conveniently available on the unit itself and also on the breakout cable. Finishing off the connectivity, there are four sets of analog outs (2 x XLR, 2 x TRS) as well as MIDI I/O.

To take charge of your Babyface, get your hands on the elegantly simple surface. There are one main knob and two buttons that let you steer your recording projects. With this simple setup, you're in charge of all typical studio tasks: volume control, reference volume store/recall, volume dim, input selection/switching, and input gain control. And the LED bars serve you as both level and gain meters, so you've got a precise indication of everything that's going on with your Babyface.

RME Babyface 10-in/12-out USB Audio Interface Features at a Glance:
  • Compatible with both Mac and PC computers
  • 22-channel, 192kHz multiformat mobile USB audio interface
  • 10-in/12-out performance
  • 2 x analog I/O with mic pres, line and mic level, balanced or unbalanced
  • 1 channel alternatively usable as hi-Z input
  • 1 x ADAT I/O or 1 x SPDIF I/O optical
  • 1 x Phones out (separate DA conversion)
  • 1 x MIDI I/O
  • Supports Bus-powered operation
  • TotalMix FX (High-end DSP mixer with effects)

Step up the sound — and look — of your mobile and desktop recording; get the RME Babyface!
Specification Detail
Computer Connection Type USB
Form Factor Desktop
Simultaneous I/O 10 x 12
A/D Resolution 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX No
Number of Audio Inputs 3
Audio Inputs Types 2 x XLR (Mic), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Number of Audio Outputs 4
Audio Output Types 2 x XLR, 2 x TRS (Headphone)
Number of Digital Inputs 8
Digital Input Types 1 x ADAT (Optical/8 Ch. or 2-Ch S/PDIF)
Number of Digital Outputs 8
Digital Output Types 1 x ADAT (Optical/8 Ch. or 2-Ch S/PDIF)
Number of Preamps 2
Phantom Power Yes
MIDI I/O In, Out
Bus Powered Yes
Depth 6.3"
Width 4"
Height 1'
Weight 1.1 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number BABYFACE - Blue

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Reviews

based on 18 reviews

High Quality!

by Paul G from Seminole, FL
January 16, 2013
Music Background: Pro Musician
I was looking upgrade to my ECHO Gina PCI card (which I always loved before it died) that would be a next level improvement . I am very pleased with the Babyface and it is noticeably superior soundi... read more [+]ng. My wife who doesn't care noticed the sound difference right away. It is just clearer, cleaner and more detailed. . I checked the latency and round trip I am at 4.8 ms with 128 buffer and 88K sampling which is phenomenal for a USB2 interface. Very easy setup and not difficult in use. I am so happy I just went for a Babyface . close [-]

Great Product

by Ricardo from Brazil
August 16, 2012
Music Background: Casual Player
This is a great interface. Nice features and the ADAT is a very nice

RME Babyface

by Mike from Cleveland
June 14, 2012
Music Background: Studio Musician / Guitarist
The RME Babyface is one awesome sounding Audio Interfaces that I've come across, I've tried Motu, Edirol, Focusrite and others, and between the A/D Converters & Preamps along with TotalMix FX, its a b... read more [+]eautiful sounding professional gear! The capabilities are astounding, the routing is flexible, with ADAT expandability, the Sweetwater Sale Pro's are extremely helpful, wonderful purchase. close [-]

best of the best

by from
June 13, 2012
Music Background: sae atlanta graduate. producer
its rme what can i say. I'm hearing parts of my mixes i couldn't even hear with my mbox. the kicks are so much more punchy, just a great unit

inSync Review

by: Mitch Gallagher
interfaces have long been known for their feature-heavy design, rock-solid drivers, low latency, and pristine sound... read more »
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