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M-Audio AIR 192|14 USB Audio Interface

8-in/4-out USB Interface with 24-bit/192kHz Resolution, Direct Monitoring, XLR/TRS and TS Inputs, MIDI In/Out, Central Monitor Knob, +48V Phantom Power, and Software Suite - Mac/Windows
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8-in/4-out USB-C Audio Interface with MIDI

M-Audio's flagship AIR 192|14 interface injects eight channels of flawless 24-bit/192kHz audio into your session, courtesy of its ultra-pristine A/D converters and generous I/O. You've got four low-noise Crystal preamps with +62dB of gain for driving studio condenser mics to stage dynamics, along with two TRS and two hi-Z inputs for direct-routing keys and guitars into your song or score. There is also an 1/8-inch MIDI in and out to interface controllers and drum pads with your ITB virtual instrument libraries. A lightning-fast 2.59ms* round-trip over USB-C gives the AIR 192|14 the edge over most units in its class. And whether you're listening back using its dedicated TRS speaker outs or the dual independent headphones outs, the AIR 192|14's USB/Direct balance knob sets you up for time-critical monitoring. A software suite that includes Ableton Live Lite and 2GB of Touch Loops content equips you and the M-Audio AIR 192|14 with all you need to start making great recordings straight out of the gate.

* 2.59ms latency is dependent on hardware and buffer settings

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Four onboard Crystal preamps

The AIR 192|14's four low-noise Crystal preamps build a solid foundation for any style recording. Clean and uncolored, M-Audio's Crystal preamps are a blank slate for your creative mix decisions down the road.

Latest-gen A/D converters

High headroom and low distortion are yours at every stage of the recording process, thanks to the AIR 192|14's current-gen A/D converters.

Direct inputs for guitar and bass

Twin front-mounted 1/4-inch instrument inputs equip the M-Audio AIR 192|14 for singer/songwriters to full ensembles. The included Eleven Lite FX suite gives you several virtual amp, cab, and stomp options to choose from, so you can leave your amp and pedalboard behind.

MIDI I/O for outboard gear

Take advantage of the included AIR virtual instrument suites when you pair your MIDI-equipped controller with the AIR 192|14. Two 5-pin MIDI to 1/8-inch adapters are included.

Rugged tabletop form factor

The M-Audio AIR 192|14's desk-friendly form factor puts all essential controls right at your fingertips, with an ergonomic tilt that improves visibility for desktop and remote use. A feature we at Sweetwater have enjoyed in all recent AIR interfaces is the large central volume knob, which is unmistakable and easy to access for setting desired monitoring levels. The all-metal chassis feels great underhand and is sure to hold up to location recording.

High-speed USB-C

USB-C protocol (also compatible with USB 2.0) gives the AIR 192|14 fast round-trip speeds — as low as 2.59ms — to minimize latency when you're tracking and monitoring.

M-Audio AIR 192|14 Audio/MIDI Interface Features:

  • The latest in M-Audio's range of large-knob desktop mixers
  • Records up to 8 channels of pristine 24-bit/192kHz audio
  • 4 low-noise Crystal preamps and the latest A/D converters faithfully capture the emotion in your performances
  • 2 TRS inputs for keys and line-level sources
  • 2 hi-Z instrument inputs for direct guitar and bass tracking
  • Mini MIDI in/out accommodates virtual instruments and outboard gear
  • USB/Direct knob for mixing and live-monitoring applications
  • High-speed USB-C connection minimizes round-trip latency
  • Also compatible with A-type USB 2.0 ports

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Tech Specs

  • Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0
  • Form Factor: Desktop
  • Simultaneous I/O: 8 x 4
  • Number of Preamps: 4 x mic, 2 x instrument
  • Phantom Power: Linked Ch 1/2, 3/4
  • A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
  • Analog Inputs: 4 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 2 x 1/4" (Hi-Z), 2 x 1/4" (line)
  • Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (L/R), 2 x 1/4" (3/4 out)
  • Headphones: 2 x 1/4"
  • MIDI I/O: 1 x 1/8" (in), 1 x 1/8" (out), USB
  • USB: 1 x Type USB-C
  • Software: Ableton Live Lite, 20 Effect Plug-ins
  • OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.8.5 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 SP1 or later
  • Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
  • Height: 3.24"
  • Width: 10.2"
  • Depth: 7.44"
  • Weight: 3.9 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: AIR192X14XUS

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This is a great sounding device. Highly recommended.

I've been using this with Protools on a Macbook Pro (Late 2013). The feature set is perfect for small recording sessions. I've been recording live vocalists recently with extremely strong pipes and it deals with the input signal effortlessly. There's a You Tube review I found that compares it to other interfaces. The AIR 192 does very well in the review.
by Steve U. from Cape Elizabeth, ME on
Music background: Professional

Perfect choice for the advanced beginner

When I was shopping around, the focusrite came up as the first solid all around interface to buy but then I came across the 192. The 4 preamps are definitely
very clean and as long as you have equipment to match, you are not going to hear the noise or need to turn the gain way up as others have reported. If you have dynamic mics like a sm57 that a first time buyer might inevitably buy, then you will need something like a cloudlifter to help this interface out. Condensers that don't need this sound fantastic on this interface so far and only need about 40-50% gain. The overall form is also very well thought out in terms of inputs in the back / headphones in the front with level LEDs for each. It is extremely intuitive to use and works seamlessly with protools. Heavy duty construction and looks great!
by Anthony from Chicago on
Music background: Low Brass Musician

Great piece of gear

The interface is solidly built and it's super easy to get set up for simultaneous multi-track recording! Excited to log some hours on this thing
by Daniel from South Carolina on

Excellent interface, slightly confusing specs, input Trim not ideal.

First it's a good idea to clear up the confusion about 8x4. It isn't really that, especially since almost no one will use this entirely in analog. It's 8 analog ins with 8 digital Outs over USB—each analog In has a corresponding Out. 1, 3, 5, 7 are hard L while 2, 4, 6, 8 are hard R if going into stereo channels in your DAW. With mono tracks, it doesn't matter since you select among any of the the 8 Outs (your DAW sees them as Inputs of course). The Analog Ins are 4 mic/line CombiJacks + 2 dedicated Instrument DIs, each with a trim/level pot + 2 Line Inputs without trim pots. Sweet!

This is the only 8 (digital) Out that I've found with an Input/Output blend control — they call it Monitor Mix. No switching DAW channel outs from send to mute—near zero RTL (Round Trip Latency) is so low that it sound like everything is in real time—a 50/50 setting on the Monitor Mix will cause some phase cancellation while recording and not muting the output track but any other blend is fine. Now that I've used this feature, I will never buy an interface without it. The Direct Monitor switch lets you hear the analog ins as mono (Up) or hard L/R (Down) — the digital ins from your DAW are not affected—mine stays in the Up position.

So you do have 4 Analog outs + 2 stereo headphone outs selectable as 1/2 or 3/4. Can you use the 'phone outs as additional Analog sends? Of course you can but I don't know that many will. Those have a hotter level than the Line Outputs plus a Trim pot—just sayin'.

Digital Ins over USB are 1/2 + 3/4 but those can't be combined. Don't worry, it's not an issue as 3/4 can be used for loop-back and a few other special functions. There are toggle switches to chose between 1/2 and 3/4 for each of the 'phone outs.

The input Trim has a weird curve as has been noted elsewhere. I've had mine for over a year and I've gotten used to it. It handles low level mics like my SM7b and ribbons without an additional preamp or level booster but you're almost at 10 so I might use my CloudLifter CLZ to give myself a bit more headroom.

The documentation from M-Audio tells us almost none of this—had it done so, I would have bought this first and saved myself (and Sweetwater) some time and returns while I zero'd in on the best interface for my needs. Likewise, their Support Dept. is a bit hit and miss with these, especially with Windows users and the clown car that can be Win audio driver conflicts. The Air uses Core Audio on a Mac — no drivers to install. Earlier M-Audio interfaces had a reputation for being able to handle an SM7B and this is no exception but Support didn't know that either. On the plus side, my first unit from Sweetwater had a cosmetic defect and M-Audio Support handled the RMA exchange quickly.

The metal box is sturdy but the top panel is plastic and will scratch if you use a microfiber cloth to clean it so don't do that. A little glass cleaner on a soft, lint free cloth keeps it looking new.

I haven't used any of the bundled software so I can't comment about that.
by Mike Halloran from California on
Music background: Working Professional

Great 8x4 Interface.... yes.... 8x4!

Ignore the reviews below that try to suggest this is an 8x8 interface... it is not. It's an 8x4, just like M-Audio says it is. Those people seem to be confusing the numbers.

The first number is INPUTS... it has 8 INPUTS
The second number is OUTPUTS... it has 4 OUTPUTS not 8 (you can't count the headphone outs separately)

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The routing on this unit is great. Each headphone output can be assigned separately to outputs 1/2 or 3/4 which allows separate mixes to each headphone. Direct monitoring is available on all 8 inputs, but only to outputs 1/2 including any headphone that are assigned to 1/2. Direct monitoring can be applied in stereo, or mono at the push of a button. When in stereo... odd number inputs route to the left, and even number inputs route to the right.

I agree with all others here... the gain structure is odd, but workable. For most mics you will need to run the input gains between 80% & 100% (full) which is very different from most interfaces or mixers. However.... don't let those high values worry you, it is very clean and works well in that range.

The balance knob between "direct" and "USB" works as well as any other interface.... although I would much prefer separate levels for each. That's just nit picking.

I find the headphone output adequate for my needs, but they are a little quieter than other interfaces I've tried. If headphone volume is important to you, you might require a separate headphone amp/mixer.

The build quality is exceptional with every control and switch feeling very solid. Even though M-Audio decided to go with non-standard MIDI I/O, they do include the adapters in the box... to which I am very thankful.

FWIW... I am using Windows 10 and it works flawlessly. The unit did not like the initial USB port I was using but as always.... moving to a different port solved the problem. That's the nature of USB, not the fault of the interface.
by Sean on
Music background: Touring guitarist
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