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M-Audio Fast Track MKII USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Be your own engineer with this portable interface, featuring a convenient plug-and-play USB connection and Pro Tools M-Powered Essential software. 34 People rated this product: Rate and Review This Product
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Manufacturer's Description for M-Audio Fast Track MKII USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Turn your computer into a powerful music production studio with the M-Audio(R) Fast Track -- the best-selling recording interface in its category. Featuring a simple "plug-and-play" USB connection, Fast Track is the easiest way to record guitar, vocals and more with your PC or Mac. Simply plug in your instruments and you're ready to rock. Fast Track even offers phantom power so you can use professional-quality studio condenser microphones like the M-Audio Nova.

Features

- Includes Pro Tools M-Powered Essential software
- Works with most popular recording software--including Pro Tools M-Powered 8*
- 1/4 in. instrument input: Record guitar, bass and keyboards
- Phantom powered XLR mic input: Use dynamic and studio-grade condenser microphones

Stereo RCA outputs: Easily connects to your stereo system or powered monitors

Fast Track is compatible with most popular music recording applications from GarageBand to studio-standard Pro Tools(R) M-Powered(TM)*, and includes easy-to-use Pro Tools M-Powered Essential recording and effects software so you can start making music immediately.

Bundled Software

Pro Tools(R) M-Powered(TM) Essential gives you easy access to many of the same Pro Tools software features that professionals use every day to create Grammy(R) award-winning albums, Emmy(R) award-winning television shows, and Academy Award(R)-winning films. This easy-to-use software lets you create pro-sounding mixes with up to 16 mono or stereo audio tracks. You also get 60+ virtual instrument sounds to play and record, plus EQ and other effects to make your mixes sound professionally produced. It even comes with over 5.5GB of music-making tools to help you get started instantly. zZounds is an authorized dealer of M-Audio products.
Specifications
- 2-input, 2-output audio interface
- Compatible with most popular recording software including Pro Tools M-Powered 8* and GarageBand
- 24-bit/48kHz professional sound quality
- Plug-and-play USB connection (USB 2.0 compatible)
- XLR microphone input with gain control and 48V phantom power
- 1/4 in. instrument input with gain control
- 1/4 in. stereo headphone output
- RCA stereo speaker outputs
- Output level knob for adjusting volume of headphones and speaker outputs
- Direct monitoring button
- Powered by USB--no power adapter required

Includes easy-to-use Pro Tools M-Powered Essential software:
- Studio-standard recording, editing and mixing features
- Features powerful effects like reverb, delay and more to polish your mixes
- Includes Structure(R) Essential virtual instrument

- Comprehensive loop library--perfect for quickly constructing song ideas

* Fast Track is compatible with Pro Tools M-Powered 8 and higher. Pro Tools M-Powered 8 is an expanded version of Pro Tools M-Powered Essential and is a paid upgrade.

Minimum System Requirements (PC)
- Windows XP (SP3)* or Windows Vista 32/64
- Pentium 4 2.0GHz
- 1GB RAM
- One native USB port

* Home and Professional Edition only. Windows Media Center Edition is not supported.

Pro Tools M-Powered Essential Software:
- 1.8GHz multi-core processor (Intel or AMD)
- 5400RPM drive
- DVD-ROM drive
- 4GB hard drive space (additional space required for loop content)
Note: Other supported audio applications may have higher minimum system requirements.

Minimum System Requirements (Mac)
- OS X 10.4.11
- G4 processor**
- 1GB RAM
- One native USB port

** G4 accelerator cards not supported.

Pro Tools M-Powered Essential Software:
- 1.8GHz multi-core processor (Intel or AMD)
- 5400RPM drive
- DVD-ROM drive
- 4GB hard drive space (additional space required for loop content)
- Mac users require OS X 10.5.5 or greater

Note: Other supported audio applications may have higher minimum system requirements.
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Shipping Weight: 2 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 8 x 7 x 2 in
M-Audio Warranty
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If you have additional warranty questions, please call the manufacturer at 626-633-9050
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4.5 out of 5 (34 ratings) Rate and Review This Product
"Excellent interface for recording guitar and bass on your computer"
Sound: I use it for recording lead guitar, rhythm guitar, and bass guitar. It is absolutely perfect for my needs. Feature: It comes with ProTools Essentials for M-Audio, which is basically a free starter product. It got me through the first few weeks with acceptable functionality and it was good enough to get me hooked. As I become more advanced, I then realized that I needed to buy the upgrade because there were a few functions, such as locked out punch in, that get frustrating after awhile. However, it's still better than I would have expected in free software. I just bought Pro Tools M-Powered 8, which was the least expensive next option available. So far, I think my newly purchase software upgrade is all that I will need for a long time. Ease of Use: Works for me Manufacturer Support: I had a problem in the initial setup and it was difficult to get in touch with someone. I knew it should be extremely simple to figure out, but I couldn't do it on my own. Because it is an entry level product, they restrict live phone support. I finally got someone to help me and two minutes later I was jamming and recording. Overall: For recording electric guitar and electric bass, it seems to be just what I need.
Style of Music: Rock
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"For around $100 you can't go wrong."
Sound: It sounds great! Much better than the sound I was getting out of my Fostex 8-track recorder. Feature: It has limited I/O, but I knew that going into the purchase. It also comes with Pro-tools M-powered Essentials, which my computer won't run. It does work great with Reaper though. Ease of Use: You really can't get much easier with an audio interface. ASIO drivers make this thing easy to talk to whatever sequencer/DAW you may be using. Quality: I'm not planning on taking this thing on "the road", so I don't know how it'll stand up in that situation. I also tend to baby my electronics, so I can imagine this thing lasting until I have enough money to upgrade. Value: For what they are charging, this is probably the best in its class. Manufacturer Support: The best kind of service is that which you don't need. In other words, haven't needed them. The Wow Factor: I guess the LEDs look cool, but otherwise, this just looks like your typical plastic interface. Overall: I'll keep this around until I upgrade. Maybe even longer than that. Can't say there's anything I don't like about it that I didn't already know before purchasing it. Also can't say that anything in particular sticks out to me though.
Style of Music: Mostly the metals. And good ol' Rock n' Roll.
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