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Alesis IO26 26-Channel FireWire Audio/MIDI Interface
The ultimate 26 channel digital audio computer interface.
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The ultimate 26 channel digital audio computer interface.
Compatible with PC and Macintosh computers, the new Alesis IO26 is a FireWire audio / MIDI interface with support for upwards of 26 channels of audio, S/PDIF and ADAT digital inputs, plus a built-in 16-channel MIDI interface. Sporting a compact, elegant tabletop form factor, the IO26 offers 8 analog mic/line inputs on "combo" connectors with phantom power and insert jacks, supports a wide array of sample rates, and provides a switchable high impedance input for integrating guitars and basses as well as switchable phono preamp -- everything required in the high-end home studio or project studio environments.
Featuring state-of-the-art DICEII FireWire audio chip for the ultimate in digital audio connectivity, the IO26 is the ideal interface solution for desktop recording/MIDI sequencing applications for both the home and project studio. The package even includes Steinberg's Cubase LE DAW software to help you get started.
The Alesis IO26 is the perfect computer interface for any project that incorporates digital audio and/or MIDI, including:
-- Songwriters/musicians who require a fast, effective interface for recording vocals and musical instruments
-- Audio professionals who add audio (dialog or music) to presentations or other visually oriented materials
-- Composers scoring for picture, computer games, and other multimedia content
Features
8 analog mic/line inputs on "combo" connectors with phantom power and insert jacks
Mic line inserts to patch signal processing equipment directly into the signal path of each channel
ADAT optical input capability, with support for as many as 8 channels of ADAT digital audio
16 channel MIDI interface
16 ADAT channels at 44.1 and 48 kHz; 8 SMUX ADAT channels at 88.2 and 96 kHz
Stereo digital, 24-bit S/PDIF connector
Switchable high impedance input on channels 1 and 2 for recording guitars and basses
8 balanced line outputs (quarter-inch TRS)
S/PDIF output
All I/O is balanced / 24-bit -- with support for 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz sample rates
Five-segment signal/clip LED ladders on each input
Two headphone outputs -- with individual level control
Dual FireWire ports facilitate cascading of additional FireWire devices
Can be powered by the computer's FireWire bus or via an included AC adapter
Steinberg's Cubase LE DAW software for a complete recording system
PC:
• Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon 2.0 Ghz or faster
• 1 Gig RAM or more
• Windows Vista / XP Service Pack 2 or higher (Windows XP Media Center Edition is untested)
Mac:
• Power Mac G4 Dual 867MHz or faster, all Intel Mac models
• 1 Gig RAM or more
• Mac OSX 10.4 or higher
Compatible with PC and Macintosh computers, the new Alesis IO26 is a FireWire audio / MIDI interface with support for upwards of 26 channels of audio, S/PDIF and ADAT digital inputs, plus a built-in 16-channel MIDI interface. Sporting a compact, elegant tabletop form factor, the IO26 offers 8 analog mic/line inputs on "combo" connectors with phantom power and insert jacks, supports a wide array of sample rates, and provides a switchable high impedance input for integrating guitars and basses as well as switchable phono preamp -- everything required in the high-end home studio or project studio environments.
Featuring state-of-the-art DICEII FireWire audio chip for the ultimate in digital audio connectivity, the IO26 is the ideal interface solution for desktop recording/MIDI sequencing applications for both the home and project studio. The package even includes Steinberg's Cubase LE DAW software to help you get started.
The Alesis IO26 is the perfect computer interface for any project that incorporates digital audio and/or MIDI, including:
-- Songwriters/musicians who require a fast, effective interface for recording vocals and musical instruments
-- Audio professionals who add audio (dialog or music) to presentations or other visually oriented materials
-- Composers scoring for picture, computer games, and other multimedia content
Features
8 analog mic/line inputs on "combo" connectors with phantom power and insert jacks
Mic line inserts to patch signal processing equipment directly into the signal path of each channel
ADAT optical input capability, with support for as many as 8 channels of ADAT digital audio
16 channel MIDI interface
16 ADAT channels at 44.1 and 48 kHz; 8 SMUX ADAT channels at 88.2 and 96 kHz
Stereo digital, 24-bit S/PDIF connector
Switchable high impedance input on channels 1 and 2 for recording guitars and basses
8 balanced line outputs (quarter-inch TRS)
S/PDIF output
All I/O is balanced / 24-bit -- with support for 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz sample rates
Five-segment signal/clip LED ladders on each input
Two headphone outputs -- with individual level control
Dual FireWire ports facilitate cascading of additional FireWire devices
Can be powered by the computer's FireWire bus or via an included AC adapter
Steinberg's Cubase LE DAW software for a complete recording system
Technical Info
System Hardware RequirementsPC:
• Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon 2.0 Ghz or faster
• 1 Gig RAM or more
• Windows Vista / XP Service Pack 2 or higher (Windows XP Media Center Edition is untested)
Mac:
• Power Mac G4 Dual 867MHz or faster, all Intel Mac models
• 1 Gig RAM or more
• Mac OSX 10.4 or higher
With 8 x 8 analog I/O including switchable phono input, plus 16 channels of ADAT input.
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Alesis IO26 26-Channel FireWire Audio/MIDI Interface Reviews
10 out of 10
"ALESIS IO26, AS GOOD AS IT GETS!"
Feature:
I gave it a 10 because the feature really work for me, as I suspect they will for many. One of my favorite things about this piece is the phone preamp (for turntables). I produce hip-hop/rap so a turntable is a must, and the channel for preamp is switchable between phono and channels 7/8. Another great feature would have to be the two ADAT inputs. This baby can be expanded to accomedate just about anyone.
Quality:
This is built like a rock. All the ins/puts are bolted or screwed on secure to the rest of the unit. No little plastic holders on this thing, its the real deal. All the knobs and switches feel great, except for the blend and main volume knob, they are similar to endless encoder knobs, because they are digital controls.
Value:
It is definately worth the price, no questions asked. And look at the competition in this price range, there's no comparison.
Desirability:
The led meters on every analog channel definately add to the "sex" appeal. Its an all metal chasis, and its a nice silvery color. The end caps are rubberized plastic and feel really cool and durable. This unit definately looks attractive.
Sound:
Very Clear, the preamps dont color the sound at all, which is what I want, nice clean recordings. It has hardware direct monitoring, as most interfaces do, so there really isnt a problem of latenct while you're tracking.
Ease of Use:
It got an 8 because some people who give up easy may not be able to ffigure out how to control the hardware direct monitoring. Another thing that hurt its score here was the fact that it uses two different drivers and you have to select which one to use. Its between WMD (only selects stereo or mono form the io26) and AISO (can select and one of the io26 inputs or stereo pairs of inputs). If you are familiar with the protocols then there will be no problem but for some it would cause confusion.
Support:
Haven't had to deal with them as of yet, probably won't.
Overall:
I probably wont upgrade from this until I go to an HD/TDM setup. Seriously, I dont think it gets much better than this, unless you spend alot more money. The Alesis io26 has a ton of features for the price, and if you make hip-hop/rap and don't use Pro Tools, then this is the interface you want. Seriously.
I gave it a 10 because the feature really work for me, as I suspect they will for many. One of my favorite things about this piece is the phone preamp (for turntables). I produce hip-hop/rap so a turntable is a must, and the channel for preamp is switchable between phono and channels 7/8. Another great feature would have to be the two ADAT inputs. This baby can be expanded to accomedate just about anyone.
Quality:
This is built like a rock. All the ins/puts are bolted or screwed on secure to the rest of the unit. No little plastic holders on this thing, its the real deal. All the knobs and switches feel great, except for the blend and main volume knob, they are similar to endless encoder knobs, because they are digital controls.
Value:
It is definately worth the price, no questions asked. And look at the competition in this price range, there's no comparison.
Desirability:
The led meters on every analog channel definately add to the "sex" appeal. Its an all metal chasis, and its a nice silvery color. The end caps are rubberized plastic and feel really cool and durable. This unit definately looks attractive.
Sound:
Very Clear, the preamps dont color the sound at all, which is what I want, nice clean recordings. It has hardware direct monitoring, as most interfaces do, so there really isnt a problem of latenct while you're tracking.
Ease of Use:
It got an 8 because some people who give up easy may not be able to ffigure out how to control the hardware direct monitoring. Another thing that hurt its score here was the fact that it uses two different drivers and you have to select which one to use. Its between WMD (only selects stereo or mono form the io26) and AISO (can select and one of the io26 inputs or stereo pairs of inputs). If you are familiar with the protocols then there will be no problem but for some it would cause confusion.
Support:
Haven't had to deal with them as of yet, probably won't.
Overall:
I probably wont upgrade from this until I go to an HD/TDM setup. Seriously, I dont think it gets much better than this, unless you spend alot more money. The Alesis io26 has a ton of features for the price, and if you make hip-hop/rap and don't use Pro Tools, then this is the interface you want. Seriously.
Submitted: 03/06/2008
Style of Music: Rap/Hip-Hop
9 out of 10
"JUST BUY IT! EXCELLENT PRODUCT!"
Feature:
In this price range there's nothing better. Digital inputs, ADAT inputs (add a preamp with built in adat digital outs to expand up to 24 simultaneous inputs), 2 headphones out with the second headphone out assignable to any outputs, 8 outputs, guitar level inputs, phantom power on each channel, and the list goes on. ONE THING TO BE BEWARE OF: THE HEADPHONE OUT IS NOT INDEPENDENT OF THE MONITOR OUTS. This is very annoying when you have someone in the booth and u want to change the volumes of your monitors. One way to get around this is to use the second headphones out and assign it to a separate output, then route the signal in your recording program to that you have the signal going to that output also (not very easy). I highly recommend buying a control room matrix like the one by Samson with the purchase of this product along with a headphone preamp. This solves all problems and adds a talk back mic.
Quality:
Very solid, knobs feel solid, and preamps are clean.
Value:
All these features for this price and it's made by alesis? Need I say more?
Desirability:
The design is nice and looks professional in the studio. Just wish it was rack mountable.
Sound:
The preamps are solid built. No hiss and low floor noise.
Ease of Use:
VERY EASY. Download firmware upgrade and drivers, install, hook it up to your firewire and you are ready to go.
Support:
never needed it
Overall:
I'm only rating it a 9 because of the headphones issue that cost me some extra cash for the control room matrix. OVERALL I RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE THATS LOOKING FOR AN INTERFACE IN THIS PRICE RANGE!
In this price range there's nothing better. Digital inputs, ADAT inputs (add a preamp with built in adat digital outs to expand up to 24 simultaneous inputs), 2 headphones out with the second headphone out assignable to any outputs, 8 outputs, guitar level inputs, phantom power on each channel, and the list goes on. ONE THING TO BE BEWARE OF: THE HEADPHONE OUT IS NOT INDEPENDENT OF THE MONITOR OUTS. This is very annoying when you have someone in the booth and u want to change the volumes of your monitors. One way to get around this is to use the second headphones out and assign it to a separate output, then route the signal in your recording program to that you have the signal going to that output also (not very easy). I highly recommend buying a control room matrix like the one by Samson with the purchase of this product along with a headphone preamp. This solves all problems and adds a talk back mic.
Quality:
Very solid, knobs feel solid, and preamps are clean.
Value:
All these features for this price and it's made by alesis? Need I say more?
Desirability:
The design is nice and looks professional in the studio. Just wish it was rack mountable.
Sound:
The preamps are solid built. No hiss and low floor noise.
Ease of Use:
VERY EASY. Download firmware upgrade and drivers, install, hook it up to your firewire and you are ready to go.
Support:
never needed it
Overall:
I'm only rating it a 9 because of the headphones issue that cost me some extra cash for the control room matrix. OVERALL I RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE THATS LOOKING FOR AN INTERFACE IN THIS PRICE RANGE!
Submitted: 01/05/2007
Style of Music: Rock, Rap, Jazz, R&B, Country
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