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M-Audio FireWire Solo

FireWire Audio Interface with S/PDIF and Direct Surround Output - Pro Tools M-Powered Compatible - 6 x 4

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FireWire Audio Interface for Less Than $200!

The FireWire Solo is designed from the ground up as an easy-to-use, high-quality interface for songwriters to record guitars, vocals and more on the computer. Compatible with most popular music software, this compact bus-powered unit is small enough to go anywhere you want to take your music. In addition to the 1/4" guitar input right on the front panel, a professional XLR microphone input also lets you record vocals and acoustic instruments. There are also dual line inputs for effects, drum machines and other outboard gear. FireWire connectivity, up to 24-bit/96kHz sample rate support and digital I/O all add up to outstanding sonic performance. As simple to connect and operate as it is powerful, FireWire Solo is the foundation of your computer-based songwriting studio.

Pro Tools M-Powered Compatible
With Pro Tools M-Powered and an M-Audio interface, you can work anywhere, anytime with the industry standard in music production software! You can open sessions created in Pro Tools M-Powered software with any Windows XP or Mac OS X Digidesign Pro Tools TDM or LE system, giving you unprecedented production options for your music. The latest version of Pro Tools M-Powered streamlines MIDI production with the introduction of Instrument Tracks, support for multi-processor use with RTAS plug-ins for increased performance, and a load of other performance-enhancing upgrades.

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When you buy your Pro Tools system from Sweetwater, you have a team of Pro Tools experts standing behind you. We have helped literally thousands of our customers get started with their Pro Tools|HD, Pro Tools LE, and Pro Tools M-Powered systems, and we've even created a Sweetwater-exclusive online Pro Tools Resource Center that answers many of the most common Pro Tools questions - everything from how to set up your first session, to the latest compatibility details. All of these resources - including our award-winning tech support team - are absolutely free to Sweetwater customers, and you'll have immediate access to them from the moment you open the box!

M-Audio FireWire Solo Features:
  • Pro Tools M-Powered Compatible
  • 6 x 4 24-bit/96kHz audio interface
  • Front-panel microphone in (XLR) with: 48v phantom power, gain control & clip LED
  • Front-panel guitar input (1/4" unbalanced) with: gain control & clip LED
  • 2 line inputs (1/4" unbalanced) on rear panel
  • Front-panel switch toggles front/rear inputs
  • 2 line outputs (1/4" TRS balanced/unbalanced)
  • S/PDIF digital I/O (coax) with 2-channel PCM
  • Digital output also supports pass-through of AC-3/DTS surround-encoded content
  • Stereo headphone output (1/4" TRS)
  • Level control for headphone and analog outs
  • Flexible software-based routing/mixing with near-zero latency monitoring
  • Dual FireWire ports for easy device chaining
  • FireWire bus-powered (+12VDC power supply included for use with 4-pin FireWire PCs)
  • ASIO2, WDM, GSIF2, MME and Core Audio compatibility
  • Rack-mountable metal chassis
  • Kensington lock port
  • Mac and Windows compatible
  • FireWire cables included
Specification Detail
Dimensions 7.28 x 1.69 x 5.67 in.
Weight 2.2 lbs.

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Reviews
based on 11 customer reviews

inSync Review

by: Hector Torres
Rugged, easy to carry and setup, great sounding, compatible with a bunch of software, the M-Audio Firewire SOLO just works! When you go mobile with your recording, you need a reliable interface to ... read more

I like this little thing

by Mike from atlanta ga usa
December 1, 2009
Music Background: engineer, musician
had it for about a year and sold it when i liquidated studio to make simpler...but now im back looking at another one about a year later..really liked it...the olny part i didnt like was porting it ar... read more [+]ound with my lap when listening to diffrent systems...but thats with any of them!!!! you know us consumers always looking for a easier way....loved it though...might be getting another real soon close [-]

Decent

by Brandon from Cincinnati
February 13, 2008
Music Background: Producer, Musician.
I've got to this this little guy props, although mine just died at 3 years of everyday heavy use. I don't think this was designed for the amount of abuse I put it through. So for that, I give it credi... read more [+]t where credit is due. The old drivers for this really sucked, but M-Audio has put a lot of time into developing much more stable drivers. If you are just a hobbyist, or home musician, I can recommend either this box, or the Yamaha. If you want mobility and a pro level sounding box, you should look elsewhere. Peace. close [-]

Great Firewire Interface

by Alex from Burlington, VT
October 11, 2006
Music Background: Hobbyist/Student
A solid firewire interface with rock solid drivers. Using with an MXL 990 condenser mic and sounds great for a budget setup. I would this interface to anyone who needs a good interface and mobility wi... read more [+]th the ease of Firewire. The only downside is the one XLR mic input. close [-]

Firewire Solo Reviewed

by Clement Neil from Singapore
February 10, 2007
Music Background: Solo Artist
I guess I kinda got this on impulse.
It was hell configuring it for me because I'm using it on a laptop and all.
Seems weird cause when i started up native instrument's guitar rig, I cou... read more [+]ld only hear one side of my monitors.
Took quite a while to get used to the interface, once I did everything was cool.

Great for a solo artist but I really wished there was a midi port.

Feels worth the money though. close [-]
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