Behringer FCA202 F-Control FireWire Audio Interface

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Behringer's 2-in, 2-out FCA202 FireWire interface gives you high-resolution 24-bit A/D/A conversion in a rugged chassis great for on-the-go recording.

This ultra-compact FireWire audio interface is an ideal companion for laptop musicians and ingeniously complements any studio. Its hot features include: two 1/4" connector inputs and outputs for connecting synthesizers, mixers and more; high resolution 24-bit A/D and D/A converters offer 96 kHz sampling frequency; volume-controlled headphones for discreetly working on your compositions, even on the road. Reliable Windows XP and Mac OS drivers guarantee low latencies. With the ultra-stable metal construction, the FCA202 easily defies the adversities of travel. And its small dimensions make it an ideal solution for laptop recording. Additional features include two 6-pin FireWire connectors, a security port for Kensington locks and the possibility to power the FCA202 via FireWire or a mains adapter, which is included. The hot FCA202 package also comes with the coolest sequencing software for mobile music production: the Behringer Edition of Ableton Live Lite 4. Kristal and Audacity are also included and will empower you to face any recording challenge.

Experience the power of extremes. With this affordable and mobile recording solution, you get hot connectivity and the coolest sound around for your PC or Mac -- wherever you are.

Features:

- Ultra-flexible audio interface connects your instruments, mixer etc. with your computer for recording and playback
- High-resolution 24-bit/96 kHz converters for high-end audio quality
- Ultra low-latency drivers for Windows XP and Mac read more OS X included
- Stereo headphone output with dedicated level control
- Dual high-bandwidth FireWire connectors for absolute flexibility
- Powered via FireWire bus or included power adaptor for use with 4-pin FireWire PCs
- Powerful DAW software included (Live Lite 4 Behringer Edition, Kristal, Audacity)
- Power and FireWire status LEDs on front panel
- Standard port for Kensington security lock provided
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
- Conceived and designed by Behringer Germany

Live Lite 4 Behringer Edition Features:

- Jam with sounds and phrases in the uniquely interactive and nonlinear Session View
- Improvise and record song arrangements
- Combine loops, phrases, complete songs and audio recordings of any tempo
- Export audio (render, re-sample and consolidate)
- Instantly record audio and MIDI clips
- Modify tempo, groove and timing of recorded audio at any time
- Draw or edit MIDI sequences
- Import MIDI files
- Build combinations of effects by drag-and-drop
- Use Clip Envelopes to modulate pitch, timing, volume and effect parameters of the individual notes in a sample
- Gain unprecedented real-time control by assigning clips and all mixer, transport and effects parameters to computer keys
- Tap and automate tempo
- Crossfade clips (DJ-style)
- 13 (all) Live Audio effects (auto-filter, chorus, compressor, EQ four, gate, ping pong delay, erosion, filter delay, grain delay, simple delay, vinyl distortion, Redux, reverb)
- 5 (all) Live Midi effects (chord, pitch, random, scale, velocity)
- Side chain in/out puts
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For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Web: https://www.behringer.com/service.html

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 1.5 out of 5 stars. (37 ratings)
Submitted February 12, 2007 by a customer from bellsouth.net

"Poor Firewire recording device."

Overall: 1.5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
This is a follow up. Do not buy this devixe if it mainly used for recording. You will be disappointed. it is flat, lifeless, 1-dimensional at best. It is sad as tis is a great "listening" device. As a firewire recording device I would look at the M-Audio line of Firewire devices. I know this device is only $80, but I have 10 year old sound cards that record way better than this. As a heradphone amp it is fine.
Value
Rate it a 9 for listening RAte it a 3 for recording

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