M-Audio MobilePre
USB Audio Interface/Preamp with Mic and Instrument Inputs - 2-in/2-out
The Preamp/Interface for The "On-The-Go" Musician and Engineer!
The M-Audio MobilePre USB is the preamp with a built-in audio interface that's designed for your laptop's needs. A total of three kinds of audio inputs and outputs provide maximum flexibility for any application-including two on-board microphone/instrument preamps and high-impedance instrument inputs ideal for connecting guitars and basses. MobilePre USB is completely bus-powered, allowing you to record and play music anywhere-including field recording and sampling expeditions with your laptop. (Of course, you can use it on the desktop as well.) And unlike many competitors, zero-latency direct monitoring provides you with a streamlined professional recording experience. Ableton Live Lite 4 includedThis product comes with a special version of Ableton Live Lite 4, a powerful and unique DAW application. Live Lite 4 brings you much of the audio and MIDI functionality of the multi-award winning Ableton Live, recognized for revolutionizing the DAW experience. In this version you get four audio tracks, four MIDI tracks, incredible looping, VST and Audio Unit support, software instruments, effects, and much more. Live Lite 4 turns your interface and your computer into a complete composition and recording solution. M-Audio MobilePre USB Features:- 2 x 2 16-bit/48kHz analog I/O
- 2 microphone inputs (XLR balanced) with 48v phantom power
- stereo microphone input (1/8")
- 2 high-impedance instrument/line inputs (balanced/unbalanced 1/4" TRS)
- 2 line outputs (unbalanced 1/4" @ -10dBV)
- stereo line output (1/8")
- stereo headphone output (1/8") with level control knob
- gain control knob for each input channel (+40dB max)
- zero-latency hardware direct monitoring (mono/stereo) with software level control
- USB-powered for total mobility
| Specification |
Detail |
| A/D Res. |
16-Bit |
| Analog Inputs |
2 x Mic/XLR, 2 x HiZ/Line |
| Analog Outputs |
2 x line - unbalanced, stereo line output (1/8") |
| D/A Res |
16-Bit |
| Digital Inputs |
None |
| Digital Outputs |
None |
| Firewire |
No |
| Freq. Response |
Info Not Available |
| MIDI I/O |
No |
| Monitor Outs |
Stereo headphone, stereo line output (1/8") |
| Phantom Power |
2-Channel |
| Platform |
Mac OS9.1/OSX, Windows 2000/XP/98/Me |
| Samp. Rate |
44.1/48kHz |
| Timecode |
No |
| USB |
Yes |
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Outstanding Piece of hardware
by BrainStomp from Fort Wayne, Indiana
July 25, 2006
Music Background: Recording Hobbyist
I got this to record local bands and I love it.
My setup is to bring my laptop and either get a set of feeds from the artists mix or use a couple of microphones in the room setup in an XY patte ... read more [+]rn.
The device has great zero latency monitoring and works with the software that I have tested with (Audacity and Sonar 5).
Compact and lightweight I keep the unit in my laptop bag all the time so that I can be ready to record at the drop of a hat.
The inclusive software (Live 4 upgradable to 5) was not the greatest thing for recording live but I was not buying this based on the included software.
This is one piece of audio gear well worth the price. close [-]
Great Interface with clean, hassle free audio for recording for only $150 !!
by John Whiteker from Augusta, KS
December 23, 2008
Music Background: Just getting started mixing Live Sound for House of Worship
This is an awesome piece of equipment for $150. We use it to record our worship sessions by using an aux send from our mixer to send the whole thing to this little box, from there it goes to our Mac' ... read more [+]s GarageBand with one USB cable. The only drawback is not being able to break each mic/instrument into it's own feed for editing, but if your performers have their act together, and you get to know GarageBand, this is a pretty awesome recording setup. If you are looking into serious home recording, I'd recommend getting one with 8 XLR inputs so you can break down your mix better. Still a great way to get started without breaking the bank. close [-]
Works well, worth more than the price I paid.
by Kitty from Glendale, CA USA
November 28, 2007
Music Background: Singer, composer, grad student
I bought the MobilePre to work on my project, especially for school. I have had this interface for more than 5 months now. It works well, never had a problem. The preamp helps recording my singing fro ... read more [+]m non-condensor mic. It's worth starting with this when you're on a budget. close [-]
MobilePre USB
by Shawn from Torrington, WY
October 9, 2008
Music Background: Pro Audio Student, Musician
I have owned this product for at least a year now. In my opinion, it's good for its portability, program compatability, and ease of setup, however; The preamps at best are okay, and given the fact the ... read more [+]re's no MIDI I/O this interface is quite limited. Don't get me wrong, it's an awesome piece of gear to own if you're going to be doing small time production with a couple of tracks at a time. Don't expect pristine audio quality though. For the price, it's worth it. You can take this thing anywhere with a laptop and set up in seconds. I wouldn't say it has zero latency monitering, but surprisingly it's not bad. Nowhere near professional quality, but what did you expect out of a $150 piece of gear? 3 out of 5 stars close [-]
You get what you pay for…but great for beginners.
by Joel from Austin, TX USA
January 22, 2008
Music Background: voiceover engineer/producer
I have used this thing for 3 years now; we have two of these at my “studio” where I produce voiceovers. One is hooked up to an Oktava MK-319, and the other to an MD-421. The preamps are extremely ... read more [+]noisy for VO, especially on the MD-421 (since its a dynamic). I’ve also had to turn the latency up after a few months because we randomly started to get clicks and glitches, both in the monitoring and the recording. I wish we could get a better audio interface/preamp, but what can I say? The company I work for is extremely cheap. These definitely are not professional studio quality. However I am sure they would be great for beginners since they are inexpensive and straight forward to use. close [-]
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