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Mac:
Mac OS X 10.11.6 64-bit or later
Intel Core i5 or better
4GB RAM (8GB or more recommended)
Windows:
Windows 10 64-bit or later
Intel Core i5 or better
4GB RAM (8GB 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 3 requires an adapter, not included.)
Internet connection (required for Studio One Activation and Content download)
Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
30GB hard disk space
Monitor with 1366x768 resolution
DB25 (Tascam Format), Balanced
+18 dBu (Balanced, min. gain)
20 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
20 Hz to 40 kHz (+/-0.10 dB, unity gain, 96 kHz)
> 118 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
< 0.005% (1 kHz, min. gain)
10 kOhms
DB25 (Tascam Format), impedance balanced, DC Coupled
+18 dBu (Balanced)
20 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
20 Hz to 40 kHz (+/-0.15 dB, unity gain, 96 kHz)
> 118 dB (A-wtd)
< 0.0035% (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
51Ohms
< -110 dB
< -115 dB
< -120 dB
-0.5 dBFS (Red)
-2 dBFS (Yellow)
-50 dBFS (Green)
Thunderbolt 2 (Thunderbolt 3 compatible)
120 dB (A-wtd)
120 dB (A-wtd)
24 bits
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
< 70 ps RMS (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
> 60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)
12 VDC, 5A, external power supply
Studio One Professional DAW software
Studio Magic Plug-in Suite
1.75 x 7 x 19" (4.45 x 17.78 x 48.26cm)
6 lbs (2.72kg)
673454006685
Complete digital integration for the analog studio
Designed for the needs of the recording professional, the Quantum 4848 is the perfect solution to take your analog gear into the digital domain. Equipped with 32 inputs and outputs of DB25 line-level connectivity and pristine digital conversion with 120 dB of dynamic range, the Quantum 4848 allows you to bring vintage and boutique analog gear into your DAW at blazingly fast speed thanks to its near-zero-latency Thunderbolt interface. 16 additional channels of ADAT Optical I/O let you tie in digital gear and you can expand your simultaneous I/O to 192 channels. The included Studio One Professional DAW features Pipeline XT, allowing you to use your analog gear as plug-ins inside your Studio One session.
The perfect companion for your patchbay
With the Quantum 4848, your audio interface is an integrated extension of your recording environment. Rear panel DB25 line-level I/O makes connecting your Quantum 4848 to your existing analog patchbay a breeze. With 32 channels of inputs and outputs at sample rates up to 192 kHz, you can route audio from your vintage gear and analog recording console to your DAW and back in pristine quality, capturing every nuance of your boutique equipment.
Integrating digital gear is facilitated by 16 channels of ADAT I/O. For a full compliment of 48 channels of conversion, you can simply add two DigiMax DP88s via the 16 ADAT channels. A true Thunderbolt device, up to 4 Quantum 4848 interfaces can be stacked to create a 192x192 system-or combine the Quantum 4848 with Quantum and Quantum 2 interfaces to add PreSonus' recallable XMAX Class A high-headroom preamps.
Superior software integration
Studio One Professional's Pipeline XT plug-in lets you insert hardware processors into your Studio One session with automatic latency compensation. Once inserted, Pipeline XT functions just like any other plug-in effect, allowing you to drag and drop it from one channel to the next or change the insert order. Studio One's latency management allows you to stay in the native processing domain throughout the entire production process, so you can easily mix and match your favorite plug-ins with your favorite boutique hardware processors. Furthermore, Studio One allows the Quantum 4848 to go as fast as you need-flexible dropout protection reduces the risk of audio dropouts in large, CPU-heavy songs, even at very small buffer settings.
Superior speed
Every design decision during Quantum's engineering was made with one goal in mind: speed. Quantum sports high-speed Thunderbolt connectivity and a no-frills, direct-to-DAW architecture that was designed to transport your audio to and from your DAW with an imperceptible amount of latency. Cutting-edge 24-bit, 192 kHz converters with 120 dB of dynamic range ensures the fidelity of your audio as it moves to the digital domain.
Superior flexibility
Some DAWs limit your I/O access when you use third-party audio interfaces. The Quantum 4848 resolves this issue by providing three Channel Profile modes that allow you to adapt the input and output channel configuration when the application you're using limits you to 32 inputs and outputs or less. Set the Quantum 4848 to use 32 analog inputs with 16 channels of ADAT, 24 analog inputs with 8 channels of ADAT or 16 analog inputs with 16 channels of ADAT to customize the assortment of analog and digital inputs and better accommodate your needs. And if you get tired of limiting your available inputs, launch Studio One Professional to record up to 192 simultaneous inputs, mix and master your sessions all from the same software.
Superior sound
Audiophile-grade digital converters and low-jitter clocking create a superior recording and listening experience. The Quantum audio interface operates at up to 192 kHz for ultra-high-definition mixing and recording. High-quality converters on every input and output provide 120 dB of dynamic range to capture complex musical harmonics smoothly and naturally with no audible distortion. BNC word clock I/O and low-jitter clocking ensure the Quantum 4848 and other digital audio devices operate in tight sync for superior imaging.
Designed with the modern analog studio in mind, the Quantum 4848 provides flexible connectivity to easily integrate into analog patchbays, vintage consoles and more. And with Studio One's unique Pipeline XT plug-in and performance management tools, bringing your analog studio into the digital domain has never been easier or sounded better.
Make the most of your investment
If you've read this far, you're the type of producer or engineer who knows that high-end analog gear is an all-consuming passion. With the Quantum 4848 and Studio One, you can rest assured that you are bridging the analog/digital divide with ease-and with the most transparent signal quality possible. You've put a lot of time and money into your studio. Quantum 4848 is here to help you get the best from it.
Includes Studio Magic Plug-in Suite
This suite of plug-ins adds a wealth of fresh sounds and effects to Studio One. Cherry-picked from the first names in virtual instruments and effects, each plug-in brings a different flavor of practical magic to your songs. These plug-ins aren't gimmicky one-trick ponies - these are real-deal workhorses that you'll rely on for countless mixes.
Integrated Software
Tight integration with included Studio One Professional DAW software (Mac/Windows) for multitrack music production and mastering
Native Studio One Pipeline XT plug-in provides easy integration of analog processors in a digital recording environment
Select the Channel Profile modes, monitor levels, switch the front panel level meters (input/output) and more with free UC Surface touch-control software (Mac/Windows/iPad/Android)
Wireless control of Studio One Professional using free Studio One Remote for iPad/Android tablet
Studio Magic Plug-in Suite included
Compatible with most recording software for Mac and Windows
Connectivity
Simultaneous I/O up to 48 inputs/48 outputs
32 line-level inputs and outputs via rear-panel DB25 connectors
ADAT Optical/Dual SMUX inputs/outputs: 16x16 channels at 44.1 or 48 kHz; 8x8 channels at 88.2 or 96 kHz
Channel Profile modes allow you to customize I/O configurations for third-party recording software that limits simultaneous recording streams
Dual Thunderbolt ports for stacking multiple units and connecting Thunderbolt peripherals
Digital
Thunderbolt 2 high-speed bus
24-bit resolution and up to 192 kHz sampling rate
120 dB A/D/A converters
BNC word clock input and output with low-jitter clocking