RME Babyface Pro FS USB Audio Interface with Headphones & Mic Cable

The RME Babyface Pro FS USB Audio Interface is a 24-channel 192 kHz professional high-precision USB audio desktop interface. Four years ago the Babyface Pro again demonstrated RME’s absolute commitment to superior craftsmanship, not only in audio circuits and driver development, but also in mechanics. Created with the highest precision from a block of aluminum, this high-end portable interface incorporated newly designed analog and digital circuits. Its innovative energy saving technologies provided supreme fidelity with no compromises in level, noise or distortion.

Get the Babyface Pro FS here bundled with a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-M40x headphones and a 10' Vintage King microphone cable.

NEW AND IMPROVED IN THE BABYFACE PRO FS:

• +19/+4 dBu switch on the bottom adds a direct way to reduce the output level, thus improves SNR for sensitive active monitors, avoids distortion/overload, and helps to keep TotalMix FX faders near 0 dB instead of high attenuations
• Full SteadyClock FS circuit as in the ADI-2 Pro FS for lowest jitter and highest jitter immunity
• 3.5 mm TRS phones output power rises from 70 mW to 90 mW. THD of both phones outputs improved by up to 10 dB. Uses same output op-amps as ADI-2 Pro now. Output impedance of 3.5 mm TRS lowered from 2 Ohms to 0.1 Ohms
• Mic inputs SNR improved from 112.2 dB to 113.7 dB, TRS Line inputs SNR improved from 114 dB to 116.3 dB (120 dBA), THD Line inputs improved by 8 dB
• 6 samples less latency on the AD side by new ADC (5 samples AD, 7 samples DA
• All the above improvements were achieved without raising the units power consumption
• K-slot for theft protection

ADI-2 SERIES HEADPHONE POWER

The two headphone outputs, offering TRS and mini-jack sockets in parallel, have completely separate driver stages to perfectly match low and high impedance headphones, guaranteeing pristine sonic results no matter what type of headphone is used.

The 3.5 mm TRS phones output power rises to 90 mW. THD of both phones outputs improved by up to 10 dB. and uses same output op-amps as ADI-2 Pro now. Finally the output impedance of 3.5 mm TRS was lowered from 2 Ohms to 0.1 Ohms.

FULL RANGE CAPTURE - IMPROVED MIC & LINE INPUTS

For the main I/O RME have designed a XLR socket, which integrates seamlessly into the housing and saves space.

Two digitally controlled preamps provide individually switchable 48V phantom power. These circuits feature a gain range of 76 dB, adjustable in steps of 1 dB, including a relay-driven PAD, resulting in exceptional EIN (Equivalent Input Noise) performance as well as line overload protection, and enough gain for even the lowest level microphones.

Babyface Pro’s incredibly efficient design almost never requires an external power supply – it’s perfectly stable on USB 3 bus power, and also most USB 2 ports, with no degradation in any technical specification. This makes it perfect for mobile recording, even with a pair of your favorite condenser microphones.

The comprehensive feature set continues with an optical TOSLINK I/O; use as either an ADAT port with SMUX support or SPDIF for sessions up to 192 kHz. In combination with an external ADAT converter, the Babyface Pro fully supports 12 analog inputs as well as 12 outputs, making it ideal for both live and studio multi-track applications. You can plug any instrument, line or high impedance, into Babyface Pro’s jack inputs 3 & 4. Record your guitar on the go, with no additional hardware required. MIDI I/O via an included breakout cable completes the package.

MORE PRO LEVEL PERFORMANCE WITH STEADYCLOCK FS

In digital audio, the clock frequency is an essential factor, as it creates the correlation between the audio bits and the time reference. Unfortunately, the clock frequency is not always as stable as desired. The Babyface Pro FS offers the full SteadyClock FS circuit as in the ADI-2 Pro FS for lowest jitter and highest jitter immunity. Excellent performance in all clock modes and High Quality Analog Conversion to hear your mix as it is. Digital format conversion in RME products are done without any loss or degradation, and SteadyClock FS ensures your sonic image will never experience degradation. This helps to optimize recordings and mixes because the soundstage has more depth and clarity.

MIXING & ROUTING WITH TOTALMIX FX & TOTALMIX REMOTE

Like all the latest RME interfaces, the Babyface Pro FS also includes the powerful digital real-time mixer TotalMix FX. It allows fully independent routing and mixing of input and playback channels to all physical outputs. Independent stereo submixes plus a comprehensive Control Room section offer unrivalled monitoring capabilities and unsurpassed routing flexibility.

Babyface Pro FS ships with RME’s TotalMix FX, available for Windows and Mac OS X. An iOS version is available as well. This amazingly versatile software allows you to use Babyface Pro in any situation. For example mixing your guitar and vocals to headphones has never been easier. The FPGA-based DSP mixer adds a flexible, 3-band parametric equalizer to all inputs and outputs. Reverb and delay FX are also available.

Additionally RME’s latest software, TotalMix Remote, enhances the power of the Babyface Pro FS by enabling remote control via iOS, PC or Mac. With a straightforward set up process — simply enter the IP address of the computer you would like to control with TotalMix Remote and get going — users can quickly adjust any aspect of TotalMix FX on a host system while walking around the studio with their tablet, or from a control room located elsewhere in the facility.

The FPGA-based DSP mixer adds a flexible, 3-band parametric equalizer to all inputs and outputs. Reverb and delay FX are also available. Latest generation low latency AD/DA converters, combined with RME’s unique SteadyClock FS technology, result in exceptional specifications that will satisfy the most demanding of professionals. Combining a huge feature set with sonic excellence and intuitive control, whether for the studio or on the move, the RME Babyface Pro is the most comprehensive and versatile compact audio interface ever built.

EASY TO USE AND PERFECTLY STABLE

Straight to the core without interference: the reference design of the Babyface Pro leaves nothing to be desired. RME devices are designed to conserve music as it is. Audio signals are passed in their entirety, nothing added, nothing taken. For the new Babyface, the audio circuits have been improved to meet even highest gain levels with best dynamic range. The clever user interface is informative and clearly laid out. It makes access to every feature and configuration mode of the Babyface Pro intuitive and easy to use.

RME USB - TRANSPORT AUDIO WITH LOWEST LATENCY AND INDUSTRY LEADING STABILITY

As part of RME’s product philosophy, they always further develop and optimize their core technology. RME have paved the way for multichannel audio and were the first to deliver professional performance over USB 2.0. They place a high level of attention on the development of reliable, stable, and regularly updated drivers for their products and an unwavering focus on audio quality. This guarantees your Babyface Pro FS will be never outdated and always updated.

And because RME Audio develops its own interface core, it’s not dependent on 3rd parties for upgrades, modifications or bug fixes, so customers can use latest operating systems without interruption or delay.

INCLUDED FREE WITH ALL RME AUDIO INTERFACES:

• TotalMix FX: Comprehensive mixing and monitor control software for Mac, PC, and iOS
• TotalMix Remote: Control your RME Audio Interface over network
• DIGICheck: Ultimate test, measurement, and analysis tool
• Driver Support: Constant updates and improvement

AUDIO-TECHNICA ATH-M40X CLOSED-BACK HEADPHONES

The Audio Technica M-Series ATH-M40x professional monitor headphones are tuned flat for incredibly accurate audio monitoring across an extended frequency range. Your studio experience is enhanced with superior sound isolation and swiveling earcups for convenient one-ear monitoring. Engineered with pro-grade materials and robust construction, the M40x excels in professional studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring.

FEATURES:

• Cutting-edge engineering and robust construction
• 40 mm drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils
• Tuned flat for incredibly accurate sound monitoring across the entire frequency range
• Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
• 90° swiveling earcups for easy, one-ear monitoring
• Professional-grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort
• Collapsible for space-saving portability
• Detachable cable (includes 1.2 m - 3.0 m coiled cable and 3.0 m straight cable)
• For professional studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring

VINTAGE KING AUDIO VALUE MICROPHONE CABLE - 10'

At Vintage King, we understand the importance of balancing your budget with the needs of your studio. That’s why we’ve created our new Vintage King Audio Value series of cables. This collection features cables that far surpass other options at the same price point while still delivering quality audio.

The Vintage King Value Microphone Cable is an excellent choice for many audio creators. This mic cable features XLRM and XLRF connections, perfect for connecting microphones to preamps or audio interfaces, monitoring playback via studio speakers and so much more. The 10-foot cable length option ensures that you’re ready for anything that comes your way.

Whether you’re tracking in your bedroom, recording a podcast, mixing live sound or working in any number of settings, the Vintage King Value Microphone Cable will provide quality audio at a budget-friendly price. Vintage King has worked tirelessly to create a cabling option that you can rely on in any situation.

FREE LIFETIME REPLACEMENT WARRANTY

We believe in our cables and stand behind them with a FREE lifetime warranty on our cables. Unless you've done something crazy like cut them in half, we'll replace them for life. Go ahead and put your Vintage King cables to the test. In the event you ever need to use our warranty, the process is easy and hassle free. Just contact us and we'll take care of everything right away.