M-Audio Audiophile 192 64-Bit PCI Audio Interface
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Record at high-definition with the M-Audio Audiophile 192, a PCI audio card that records at a transparent 24-bit, 192kHz fidelity rate.
Overview
The M-Audio Audiophile 192 continues the legacy of M-Audio's industry-standard Delta audio card line. Building on M-Audio's Audiophile 2496-one of the world's most popular audio cards-the Audiophile 192 features high-definition 192kHz sampling rate, digital I/O, balanced analog I/O and an amazing signal-to-noise ratio. The M-Audio Audiophile 192 represents a new benchmark in audio performance that's as good as it gets for music production, mastering and critical listening. As with all Delta cards, you get rock-solid drivers and seamless integration with your favorite Mac and PC applications-and even the ability to combine multiple Delta cards in one system*. And since M-Audio is always ahead of the pack, this world-class card is also compliant with PCI 2.2 and 64-bit audio drivers so you're ready to take advantage of next-generation platforms and software. The M-Audio Audiophile 192 is the new world-class standard in stereo audio cards.
- Breakout Cable
- Users Manual
- Maximum Audio Tools software bundle
- Mac and Windows driver software
- 2 balanced analog inputs (1/4 in. TRS)
- 2 balanced analog outputs (1/4 in. TRS)
- S/PDIF digital I/O (coaxial RCA connectors) with 2-channel PCM
- SCMS copy protection control
- Digital I/O supports surround-encoded AC-3 and DTS pass-through**
- Direct hardware input monitoring via separate balanced 1/4 in. TRS monitor outputs
- Software routing of… read more inputs and outputs
- Digital I/O can be routed to/from external effects
- 16-channel MIDI I/O
- ASIO, WDM, GSIF 2 and Core Audio driver support for compatibility with most applications
- 64-bit driver support for Windows
- PCI 2.2 compatibility
- Works with other Delta cards*
* check "Item Specs" for current system requirements
** Windows XP required for Dolby Digital and DTS 'pass-through'; Mac OS 10.3.4 required for Dolby Digital and DTS 'pass-through' with Apple DVD Player read less
Package Contents
- Audiophile 192 PCI card- Breakout Cable
- Users Manual
- Maximum Audio Tools software bundle
- Mac and Windows driver software
Features
- Up to 24-bit/192kHz audio- 2 balanced analog inputs (1/4 in. TRS)
- 2 balanced analog outputs (1/4 in. TRS)
- S/PDIF digital I/O (coaxial RCA connectors) with 2-channel PCM
- SCMS copy protection control
- Digital I/O supports surround-encoded AC-3 and DTS pass-through**
- Direct hardware input monitoring via separate balanced 1/4 in. TRS monitor outputs
- Software routing of… read more inputs and outputs
- Digital I/O can be routed to/from external effects
- 16-channel MIDI I/O
- ASIO, WDM, GSIF 2 and Core Audio driver support for compatibility with most applications
- 64-bit driver support for Windows
- PCI 2.2 compatibility
- Works with other Delta cards*
* check "Item Specs" for current system requirements
** Windows XP required for Dolby Digital and DTS 'pass-through'; Mac OS 10.3.4 required for Dolby Digital and DTS 'pass-through' with Apple DVD Player read less
Specs
Line In (Balanced)
@96kHz > Max Input: +14.2 dBu (+3.993 Vrms), +14.2 dBu (+3.991 Vrms)
Signal-to-noise Ratio: 111.5 dB, -111.4 dB
Dynamic Range: A-weighted 111.5 dB, 111.8 dB
THD+N: 0.00253%(-92.0 dB), 0.00252% (-92.0 dB)
Frequency Response:
-0.08 / +0.00 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz -0.07 / +0.00 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
Main Out (Balanced) Max Output
+13.9 dBu (+3.859 Vrms)
+13.9 dBu (+3.850 Vrms)
Signal-to-noise Ratio: -109.5 dB, -109.3 dB
Dynamic Range: A-weighted 109.6 dB, 109.5 dB
THD+N: 0.00264%(-91.6 dB), 0.00271% (-91.3 dB)
Frequency Response:
-0.17 / +0.02 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
-0.11 / +0.06 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
Monitor Out (Balanced) Max Output
+13.9 dBu (+3.852 Vrms)
+14.0 dBu (+3.861 Vrms)
SNR: A-weighted: -102.9 dB, -101.6 dB
Dynamic Range: A-weighted 102.9 dB, 101.8 dB
> THD+N:
0.00337%(-89.5 dB)
0.00362% (-88.8 dB)
Frequency Response:
-0.17 / +0.02 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
-0.11 / +0.06 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
Sampling Rates (k): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 76.4, 192
Minimum Requirements (PC)
Windows XP (SP1)/2000 (SP4)*
96kHz and 192kHz Operation: Pentium III 500MHz w/128MB RAM
48KHz Operation: Pentium II 400 w/64MB RAM
Windows XP (SP1) required for Dolby Digital and DTS "pass-through"
Windows 2000 only supports sample rates up to 96kHz
Minimum Requirements (Mac)
G4 500MHz with OS 10.2.8 or 10.3.4+, 256MB RAM
G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported; OS 10.3.4+ required for Dolby Digital and DTS "pass-through" with Apple DVD Player
@96kHz > Max Input: +14.2 dBu (+3.993 Vrms), +14.2 dBu (+3.991 Vrms)
Signal-to-noise Ratio: 111.5 dB, -111.4 dB
Dynamic Range: A-weighted 111.5 dB, 111.8 dB
THD+N: 0.00253%(-92.0 dB), 0.00252% (-92.0 dB)
Frequency Response:
-0.08 / +0.00 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz -0.07 / +0.00 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
Main Out (Balanced) Max Output
+13.9 dBu (+3.859 Vrms)
+13.9 dBu (+3.850 Vrms)
Signal-to-noise Ratio: -109.5 dB, -109.3 dB
Dynamic Range: A-weighted 109.6 dB, 109.5 dB
THD+N: 0.00264%(-91.6 dB), 0.00271% (-91.3 dB)
Frequency Response:
-0.17 / +0.02 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
-0.11 / +0.06 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
Monitor Out (Balanced) Max Output
+13.9 dBu (+3.852 Vrms)
+14.0 dBu (+3.861 Vrms)
SNR: A-weighted: -102.9 dB, -101.6 dB
Dynamic Range: A-weighted 102.9 dB, 101.8 dB
> THD+N:
0.00337%(-89.5 dB)
0.00362% (-88.8 dB)
Frequency Response:
-0.17 / +0.02 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
-0.11 / +0.06 dB, 22 to 40000 Hz
Sampling Rates (k): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 76.4, 192
Minimum Requirements (PC)
Windows XP (SP1)/2000 (SP4)*
96kHz and 192kHz Operation: Pentium III 500MHz w/128MB RAM
48KHz Operation: Pentium II 400 w/64MB RAM
Windows XP (SP1) required for Dolby Digital and DTS "pass-through"
Windows 2000 only supports sample rates up to 96kHz
Minimum Requirements (Mac)
G4 500MHz with OS 10.2.8 or 10.3.4+, 256MB RAM
G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported; OS 10.3.4+ required for Dolby Digital and DTS "pass-through" with Apple DVD Player
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(82 ratings)
Submitted July 17, 2006 by a customer from intuitive-hs.com
"Great Card for small studio!"
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I plan on keeping this card for quite a long time. It will handle all my needs for a small studio. I currently have a 1202 Mackie Mixer/KRK RP6's and Studio Projects C1. They all work well together and the soundcard with the balanced connections allowed the sound quality to be clear and precise.
Sound
Had the 2496 for about 1 year and was happy with the sound. I decided to get a mixer and some other equipment. I noticed quiet a bit of interference (hiss/buzz) with the unbalanced connections. I saw the audiophile 192 and the balanced connections and thought it would be worth it to add to my small studio. The balanced connections did the trick and all the noise was gone. Rock solid sound at 24bit 48khz (my pc can't handle the higher 96khz or 192khz but someday it will). Very clear and easy to configure.
Features
Balanced connections was the reason I selected this card. Enough inputs for a small studio with a mixer.
Ease of Use
Simple to setup (but I had the 2496 before) and it's virtually the same).
Quality
M-Audio makes good equipment. No problems with the card yet.
Value
I did lots of research and the product is really outstanding for the price.
Manufacturer Support
Didn't really have to contact them for support by phone but the website is informative.
The Wow Factor
N/A
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Pop/Jazz
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