Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56

All of Focusrite's FireWire interfaces are fully compatible with Thunderbolt using a simple FireWire to Thunderbolt adapter. Focusrite fully supports the use of Thunderbolt with our FireWire interfaces.

The Focusrite Liquid Saffire 56 is Focusrite’s new flagship 2u multi-channel FireWire audio interface.  Liquid technology combines with Saffire PRO FireWire interfacing to deliver a host of authentic pre-amp flavors, seamless software integration, excellent routing flexibility and future-proof rock-solid driver stability.

In addition to six of Focusrite's legendary mic-pre's, two of Liquid Saffire 56’s pre-amps utilizes the third generation of Focusrite’s Liquid Pre-amp, providing the choice of ten different pre-amp emulations.  These include emulations based on the Neve 1073, the Pultec MB-1, Telefunken V72 and seven more.  A harmonics dial on each Liquid pre-amp lets you account for variance in vintage originals of the same model, or use levels of 2nd, 3rd and 5th harmonic distortion creatively to shape your sound.

Liquid Saffire 56 doesn’t just offer pre-amp variety; sonic integrity is also guaranteed throughout. Both the Liquid and Saffire pre-amps ensure low noise and distortion, whilst quality digital conversion and JetPLLTM jitter elimination technology ensure pristine audio quality as your audio flows between the analogue and digital domains.

Alongside the two Liquid- and six Saffire pre-amps, are a host of i/o options; 10 analog outputs, 16 channels of ADAT i/o, stereo SPDIF i/o, MIDI i/o and 2 virtual ‘loopback’ inputs for routing digital audio between software applications - ideal for capturing audio playback within your computer. Mic, Line and Instrument inputs all utilize independent connectors, with the input type for each channel selectable via custom control software.  Consequently, all the inputs can remain permanently connected, ready for whatever your recording session demands.  In addition, word-clock i/o is provided on BNC connectors, allowing Liquid Saffire 56 to act as either a master clock for your studio, or as a slave to an existing clock.  Every channel features an independent phantom power and a high pass filter, switchable from the front panel, with the two instrument channels also featuring -9dB pads for additional headroom.  Front panel 5-LED metering for all inputs, including ADAT and SPDIF, offers accurate viewing of all levels.

Saffire Mix Control, the zero-latency 18 x 16 DSP Mixer/Router software provided with Liquid Saffire 56 features unparalleled output routing and monitoring.  It also provides intuitive one-click set-up solutions, a clear and concise mixing layout, large on-screen metering for inputs, outputs and submixes and control over the choice of liquid emulation.

Two independent headphone buses are provided, each with their own level controls available on the front panel.  A dedicated stereo monitor mix output features pads for improved sound quality when connected to active monitor speakers.  An 'anti-thump' circuit protects your monitor speakers from spikes when booting up or shutting down the unit.

Features

• Two Liquid Pre-amps
  The marriage of a hugely flexible analogue front end with cutting-edge dynamic convolution DSP, each Liquid Pre-amp lets you choose from ten different classic pre-amp emulations, with an eleventh ‘flat’ option.
• Six High Quality Award-winning Focusrite Pre-amps
  Six award-winning Saffire pre-amps complement two Liquid pre-amps. All eight pre-amps demonstrate the same wide bandwidth philosophy behind the early vintage Focusrite units.
• High Quality 24 bit/192kHz Firewire Interface
  Professional digital conversion and JetPLLTM jitter elimination technology; pristine audio quality and reliable synchronization are guaranteed.
• Total I/O Count of 28 Inputs and 28 Outputs
  A host of i/o options are provided
• , including a unique loop-back facility for routing audio between software applications via Saffire Mix Control.
• Suite of Focusrite VST/AU plug-ins
  Upgrade your standard sequencer effects and bring a touch of class to your session with Focusrite Compression, Reverb, Gating and EQ VST/AU plug-ins.
• Two separate headphone buses
  Two artists can receive independent and fully customized monitor mixes. Each output has an independent level control available on the front panel.
• Saffire Mix Control Zero-latency DSP Mixer/Router
  Routing flexibility and intuitive one-click set-up solutions; Saffire Mix Control provides an 18 x 16 DSP mixer with excellent output routing and monitoring capabilities.
• Front panel 5-LED metering
  LED metering for each of the analogue, ADAT1, ADAT2 or S/PDIF inputs offers accurate viewing of levels direct from the front fascia.

*This item now includes the Focusrite Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-In Suite (AAX/AU/VST) upon registration of interface. Accurately modeled on the classic Red 2 EQ and Red 3 Compressor, the Red plug-ins let you exploit the sound of the hardware originals, conveniently from within Pro Tools® (10 and above) and other audio software.