PreSonus Quantum 2626 – 26×26 Thunderbolt™ 3 Audio Interface

Description PreSonus Quantum 2626 The Speed of Sound With a barely measurable round-trip latency of less than 1 ms*, it’s no wonder Sound on Sound magazine dubbed Quantum-series Thunderbolt™ audio interfaces the “fastest audio interfaces on the planet.” Superb high-definition digital conversion and the ultra-transparent analog XMAX mic preamp design mean that your audio will always sound its best—whether you’re recording with or without your favorite plug-ins engaged in real-time. ​ Timeless audio Every design decision during Quantum 2626 audio interface’s engineering was made with one goal in mind: blazing-fast speed without any sonic compromise. The Quantum-series proprietary Thunderbolt driver was written from the ground up to deliver ultra-low-latency performance while maximizing efficiency. Cutting-edge 24-bit, 192 kHz converters with 115 dB of dynamic range and superior low-jitter clocking—coupled with our ultra-transparent, pure analog XMAX preamps—result in superb audio quality with the lowest round-trip latency of any audio interface available (< 1 ms*). *192 kHz, 64 sample buffer in Studio One 4.5 on a MacBook Pro 2016, 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 running macOS 10.12.5 Learn more about Quantum speed  Superior Sound Audiophile-grade digital converters, low-jitter clocking, and transparent preamps add up to a superior recording and listening experience. The Quantum 2626 audio interface operates at up to 192 kHz for ultra-high-definition mixing and recording. High-quality converters on every input and output provide 115 dB of dynamic range to capture complex musical harmonics smoothly and naturally with no audible distortion. And our lauded XMAX Class A analog microphone preamps deliver incredibly high headroom, deep lows, smooth highs, and a rich overall sound so you’ll hear every breath, transient, and detail in your recordings. Learn more about XMAX preamps  ​ ​ Expansive audio Impressive speed combined with stunning sound quality means that the Quantum Thunderbolt audio interface is an ideal recording solution for any size of studio. Need more mic preamps? Connect the PreSonus DigiMax DP88 to your Quantum interface’s ADAT/dual S/MUX ports. Once synced, the DigiMax DP88 preamps can be remotely controlled via Studio One or UC Surface. Want to insert your favorite gear? The Quantum 2626 features two direct preamp outputs with dedicated returns, so you can insert your favorite analog compressor and your favorite plug-ins with ease. Award-winning recording software included While compatible with any macOS or Windows recording application, the Quantum 2626 ships as a complete recording studio with Studio One Artist music production software included. Easy to learn, Studio One enables you to compose, record, and produce without getting distracted by the tools. Need a new loop or sample for your latest production? Studio One lets you shop, audition, and purchase new content right from your production environment—including powerful extensions for Studio One like the Presence XT Expansion packs and the PreSonus Channel Strip Collection. Learn more about Studio One. The Quantum leap. Industry-leading speed and pristine audio quality combined with jaw-dropping expandability are the hallmarks of the Quantum interface design. Record and monitor from your favorite DAW with any plug-in engaged. Insert your favorite outboard analog gear with ease. Regardless of your studio’s size, Quantum audio interfaces will streamline your recording process—you’ll make better music, faster. ​ Make your own magic. At PreSonus, we want to make sure that our audio interfaces come with everything you need to craft your own mesmerizing spells in the studio. That’s why we include Studio One Artist with every audio interface product we make. But here in Louisiana, we have a word: lagniappe. It means “a little something extra,” and it’s in that spirit that we also include the Studio Magic Suite of software with our audio interface products. The 2020 Studio Magic is a major step up from the 2019 edition, and includes Ableton Live Lite, tutorials from Melodics, 6 virtual instruments, and 9 effects plug-ins in VST, AU, and AAX formats… all unlocked for use inside Studio One Artist with a retail value of over $1000 (US). Features General Features 26×26 Thunderbolt 3 ultra-low-latency audio interface <1 ms roundtrip latency*; record direct to DAW with your favorite plug-ins engaged 24-Bit/192kHz Operation with high-quality 115 dB A/D/A converters Studio One Artist and Studio Magic plug-in bundle included Flexible Connectivity Simultaneous I/O up to 26 inputs / 26 outputs (at 44.1 or 48 kHz) 8 pristine XMAX preamps 2 Instrument Inputs 8 balanced line inputs Dual headphone outputs with independent level control Balanced stereo main outputs with independent level control 8 DC Coupled balanced line outputs 2 preamp direct outputs with returns to insert outboard gear Main Output Level Control Balanced Stereo Main Output (TRS) Eight Balanced Line Outputs (TRS (outs 1 & 2 share a DAC with the main output)) Two Preamp Outputs (channels 1 & 2) Two Line Returns (channels 1 & 2) ADAT Optical/Dual SMUX inputs/outputs: 16×16 channels at 44.1 or 48 kHz; 8×8 channels at 88.2 or 96 kHz Stereo S/PDIF coaxial input and output Digitalia Thunderbolt 3 high-speed bus 24-bit resolution and up to 192 kHz sampling rate BNC word clock input and output with low-jitter clocking MIDI I/O Physical Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs 1U rack-mountable 12 VDC external power supply (included) Computer system requirements: Below are the minimum computer-system requirements for the Quantum Interface. Mac Mac® OS X 10.11.6 64-bit or later Intel® Core™ i5 or better 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended) Windows Windows® 10 64-bit or later Intel Core i5 or better 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended) Mac and Windows Systems Thunderbolt™ 1.0, 2.0, or 3.0 port (NOTE: Your computer’s motherboard must support Thunderbolt. Thunderbolt 1 and 2 require an adapter, not included.) Internet connection (required for Studio One Activation and Content download) Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended 30 GB hard disk space Monitor with 1366×768 resolution Note: The minimum system requirements may differ for DAWs other than Studio One. Please check the requirements for your DAW of choice with its manufacturer. Note that the speed of your processor, amount of RAM and size and speed of your hard drive will greatly affect the overall performance of your recording system. Also, a more powerful system (faster processor with more RAM) will allow for lower latency (signal delay) than you might experience while monitoring audio signals.   VST is a registered trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH ASIO is a trademark and software of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH Technical Specifications Microphone Preamp Type XLR Female (via Combo), Balanced Maximum Input Level 10 dBu (Balanced, min. gain) Gain Control Range 60 dB Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz) Dynamic Range > 110 dB (A-wtd, min. gain) Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.005% (1 kHz, min. gain) EIN < -131 dBu (max gain, 40Ω, 22 kHz BW, A-wtd) Input Impedance 1.6 kΩ Phantom Power 48V, > 8 mA per input Instrument Inputs Type ¼” TS Female (via Combo), Unbalanced Maximum Input Level 15 dBu (Unbalanced, min. gain) Gain Control Range 60 dB Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz) Dynamic Range > 106 dB (A-wtd, min. gain) Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.005% (1kHz, min. gain) Input Impedance > 1 MΩ Line Inputs Type ¼” TRS Female (via Combo), Balanced Maximum Input Level 18 dBu (Balanced, min. gain) Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz) Dynamic Range > 118 dB (A-wtd, min. gain) Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.005% (1 kHz, min. gain) Input Impedance 10 kΩ Main and Line Outputs Type ¼” TRS Female, impedance balanced, DC Coupled (Line Outputs only) Maximum Output Level 18 dBu (Balanced) Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz) Dynamic Range > 118 dB (A-wtd) Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.0035% (1 kHz, 4 dBu) Output Impedance 51Ω Headphone Outputs Type ¼” TRS Female, Stereo, Unbalanced, x2 Maximum Output Level 175 mW/channel (56Ω load) Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB, 48 kHz) Dynamic Range > 110 dB (A-wtd) Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.03% (1 kHz) Headphone Impedance (working range) 16Ω to 300Ω Crosstalk Input to Input < -110 dB Output to Output < -115 dB Input to Output < -120 dB Signal Level LEDs Clip -0.5 dBFS Signal -50 dBFS Digital Audio Connection Type Thunderbolt 3 (Thunderbolt 1 and 2 compatible) ADC Dynamic Range 115 dB (A-wtd) DAC Dynamic Range 115 dB (A-wtd) Bit Depth 24 bits Internally Supported Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz Clock Jitter < 70 ps RMS (20 Hz – 20 kHz) Jitter Attenuation > 60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out) Power 12 VDC, 5A, external power supply Physical Dimensions Height 1.75″ (44.45 mm) Depth 7″ (177.8 mm) Width 19″ (482.6 mm) Weight 6 lbs (2.72 kg)