Terratec DMX 6fire2496 SoundSystem 6-Channel PCI Card
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24-bit/96kHz AD and DA converters.
Overview
Ultimate Sound Performance for DVD, Games, and Music
Demanding users will experience an awesome sound experience, when using the DMX 6fire24/96 Sound System: 6-channel audio reproduction in excellent 24Bit quality, advanced connection options on the computer's front side and full compatibility to audio standards of games, DVD entertainment, and music.
Based on the successful EWX¬/EWS88¬ technology, DMX 6fire24/96 uses only the best in sound technology: 24Bit/96kHz transducer components for all inputs and outputs guarantee a straight frequency response and a signal-to-noise ratio beyond-100db!
The bundled 5-1/4 in. front module offers audiophile options to sound enthusiasts. In addition to stereo inputs and outputs for analogue and digital devices (optical and coaxial), there are plugs for MIDI instruments, headphone, and microphone. Furthermore, a direct connection of tape deck and record player is also possible and the supplied power pack of phono amplifier and professional software enables you to polish your oldest records with the finest digital sound!
Gamers will also be amazed when seeing the range of compatibility. Fast DirectSound, EAX, A3D, Sensaura 3D, or MacroFX are just a few of the favorite standards supported. The seamless connectivity with DVD players, AC3- and DTS reproduction via the digital interface, as well as the full support of current Windows operating systems from 98SE to XP with WDM drivers, is also a big advantage. For an easy start, the package… read more includes various applications from DVD player to audio editors and virtual sound studio; it offers everything you can dream of.
TerraTec's SoundSystem DMX 6fire24/96 — the complete sound package that beats all existing standards.
Reliable Sound
TerraTec products ensure that crystal-clear 24-bit sound quality really gets beyond the cinch plug with high-quality components and consequent renunciation of incomplete format conversions and a basic technology that lives up to the commercial promises. Don't let creative packages fool you, because only studio technology can provide studio sound.
Features
PCI-board
3 analog stereo outputs (3,5mm jack) - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo input (3,5mm jack) - 24-bit/96 kHz
2 analog CD-Audio outputs (Molex, On-Board) - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog AUX input (Molex, On-Board) - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 digital CD-Audio TTL input (Molex, Onboard)
1 analog stereo input (Cinch) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo output (Cinch) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo phono (MM, 6 mV) input (Cinch) on front module- 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog mono microphone input (6.3mm jack) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo headphone output (6.3mm jack) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 digital stereo in- and output (TOS-Link, optical) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 digital stereo in- and output (Cinch, coaxial) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 MIDI in- and output (5-pin DIN) on front module
Control range of: 9mV - 500mV
Output power of headphone output: 60 mW
Bus master transfer supportsÐ 24-bit 4-byte mode' (32-bit)
Simultaneous recording and reproduction of all channels with up to 24bit/96kHz
24-bit/96kHz AD converters with 100 dB dynamical range (S/NR)*
24-bit/96kHz DA converters with 110 dB dynamical range (S/NR)*
24-bit/96kHz stereo digital input (S/PDIF with up to 24bit/96kHz)
24-bit/96kHz stereo digital output (S/PDIF with up to 24bit/96kHz)
Digital input may also be used for digital audio output of an internal CD-Rom drive (TTL)
Input control of AD converters with +18dB increment in 0,5dB steps
Hardware with internal resolution of 36bit
VU-meter in control panel (hardware based)
"None-Audio" mode for transmission of AC3 and DTS streams via digital interface
Connection option for microWAVE PC!, DXR, and DXF, alternatively to DMX 6fire
24/96 front module
*) These specifications refer to technical data of used converters. read less
Demanding users will experience an awesome sound experience, when using the DMX 6fire24/96 Sound System: 6-channel audio reproduction in excellent 24Bit quality, advanced connection options on the computer's front side and full compatibility to audio standards of games, DVD entertainment, and music.
Based on the successful EWX¬/EWS88¬ technology, DMX 6fire24/96 uses only the best in sound technology: 24Bit/96kHz transducer components for all inputs and outputs guarantee a straight frequency response and a signal-to-noise ratio beyond-100db!
The bundled 5-1/4 in. front module offers audiophile options to sound enthusiasts. In addition to stereo inputs and outputs for analogue and digital devices (optical and coaxial), there are plugs for MIDI instruments, headphone, and microphone. Furthermore, a direct connection of tape deck and record player is also possible and the supplied power pack of phono amplifier and professional software enables you to polish your oldest records with the finest digital sound!
Gamers will also be amazed when seeing the range of compatibility. Fast DirectSound, EAX, A3D, Sensaura 3D, or MacroFX are just a few of the favorite standards supported. The seamless connectivity with DVD players, AC3- and DTS reproduction via the digital interface, as well as the full support of current Windows operating systems from 98SE to XP with WDM drivers, is also a big advantage. For an easy start, the package… read more includes various applications from DVD player to audio editors and virtual sound studio; it offers everything you can dream of.
TerraTec's SoundSystem DMX 6fire24/96 — the complete sound package that beats all existing standards.
Reliable Sound
TerraTec products ensure that crystal-clear 24-bit sound quality really gets beyond the cinch plug with high-quality components and consequent renunciation of incomplete format conversions and a basic technology that lives up to the commercial promises. Don't let creative packages fool you, because only studio technology can provide studio sound.
Features
PCI-board
3 analog stereo outputs (3,5mm jack) - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo input (3,5mm jack) - 24-bit/96 kHz
2 analog CD-Audio outputs (Molex, On-Board) - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog AUX input (Molex, On-Board) - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 digital CD-Audio TTL input (Molex, Onboard)
1 analog stereo input (Cinch) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo output (Cinch) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo phono (MM, 6 mV) input (Cinch) on front module- 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog mono microphone input (6.3mm jack) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 analog stereo headphone output (6.3mm jack) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 digital stereo in- and output (TOS-Link, optical) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 digital stereo in- and output (Cinch, coaxial) on front module - 24-bit/96 kHz
1 MIDI in- and output (5-pin DIN) on front module
Control range of: 9mV - 500mV
Output power of headphone output: 60 mW
Bus master transfer supportsÐ 24-bit 4-byte mode' (32-bit)
Simultaneous recording and reproduction of all channels with up to 24bit/96kHz
24-bit/96kHz AD converters with 100 dB dynamical range (S/NR)*
24-bit/96kHz DA converters with 110 dB dynamical range (S/NR)*
24-bit/96kHz stereo digital input (S/PDIF with up to 24bit/96kHz)
24-bit/96kHz stereo digital output (S/PDIF with up to 24bit/96kHz)
Digital input may also be used for digital audio output of an internal CD-Rom drive (TTL)
Input control of AD converters with +18dB increment in 0,5dB steps
Hardware with internal resolution of 36bit
VU-meter in control panel (hardware based)
"None-Audio" mode for transmission of AC3 and DTS streams via digital interface
Connection option for microWAVE PC!, DXR, and DXF, alternatively to DMX 6fire
24/96 front module
*) These specifications refer to technical data of used converters. read less
Specs
Software
WDM driver for Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP Supports ASIO 2.0
WDM Kernel Streaming (e.g. for Sonar)
MME- and DirectSound
DirectSound 3D, Sensaura 3D, A3D 1.0/2.0 and EAX 1.0/2.0 as well as Macro FX**
ControlPanel for Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP
Bundle Software
Cyberlink 6-channel PowerDVD.
Algorithmix Sound Laundry TerraTec Edition
Steinberg WaveLab Lite Vers. 2.0
Musicmatch Jukebox
Emagic MicroLogic FUN
System Requirements
Pentium II 450 or higher
VGA graphic card, 800x600/256 colours
128 MB RAM
Windows 98SE/ME/2000 or Windows XP
Recommended
Intel Pentium III 1 GHz, Celeron 900 MHz or AMD K7 Athlon 1 GHz
ULTRA DMA or SCSI Controller
VGA graphic card, 1024x768/HiColor
256 MB RAM
**) Powered by Sensaura¬.
WDM driver for Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP Supports ASIO 2.0
WDM Kernel Streaming (e.g. for Sonar)
MME- and DirectSound
DirectSound 3D, Sensaura 3D, A3D 1.0/2.0 and EAX 1.0/2.0 as well as Macro FX**
ControlPanel for Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP
Bundle Software
Cyberlink 6-channel PowerDVD.
Algorithmix Sound Laundry TerraTec Edition
Steinberg WaveLab Lite Vers. 2.0
Musicmatch Jukebox
Emagic MicroLogic FUN
System Requirements
Pentium II 450 or higher
VGA graphic card, 800x600/256 colours
128 MB RAM
Windows 98SE/ME/2000 or Windows XP
Recommended
Intel Pentium III 1 GHz, Celeron 900 MHz or AMD K7 Athlon 1 GHz
ULTRA DMA or SCSI Controller
VGA graphic card, 1024x768/HiColor
256 MB RAM
**) Powered by Sensaura¬.
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(83 ratings)
Submitted February 18, 2004 by a customer from yahoo.com
"For the do it yourself musician, this is what you need....."
I've had mine for over 6 months now and I use it for between 10 and 30 hours weekly, I'm still extremely satisfied with this product and happy I made this purchase. I've recorded close to 40 songs with acoustic guitar, electric guitar and every midi instrument you can think of.
I use Sonar XL and Cool Edit Pro with an Athlon XP1800 and a WD 100gb 7200rpm hard drive and achieve latencies of 5ms or less. The WDM drivers work excellent.
It's accurate enough to record, mix and master if you have the proper monitors.
Buy it, you'll love it.
Sound
Recording......Crystal clear. Same A/D converters as M-Audio uses. Does midi, analog and Optical cable recordings very well. When recording in 24/96, you can't tell the recording from the original.... top notch. Playback is good and the s/n ratio , THD and stereo crosstalk levels are outstanding. I do hear a little bit of electrical interference when monitoring through my headphone, but not when using my studio monitors. Could be a problem with my DAW though.....
Features
Midi in, Co-ax in, mic in, 24/96 capable. Great mixer interface. I record direct to the line in from my guitar processor and direct to midi from my midi controller.
Quality
Well made. Shipped in a nice packaging. The card and breakout box are both very attractive.
Value
I think you'd be hard pressed to find another 24/96 capable card that carries… read more these same specs, for less than 300.00 I consider it money well spent.
Manufacturer Support
It only took about 15 hours to get a response to my email question.
The Wow Factor
It looks tempting to buy and looks even better when you install it into your DAW. You'll never go back to a consumer card again after buying one of these.
Musical Style:
psychedelic rock read less
Sound
Recording......Crystal clear. Same A/D converters as M-Audio uses. Does midi, analog and Optical cable recordings very well. When recording in 24/96, you can't tell the recording from the original.... top notch. Playback is good and the s/n ratio , THD and stereo crosstalk levels are outstanding. I do hear a little bit of electrical interference when monitoring through my headphone, but not when using my studio monitors. Could be a problem with my DAW though.....
Features
Midi in, Co-ax in, mic in, 24/96 capable. Great mixer interface. I record direct to the line in from my guitar processor and direct to midi from my midi controller.
Quality
Well made. Shipped in a nice packaging. The card and breakout box are both very attractive.
Value
I think you'd be hard pressed to find another 24/96 capable card that carries… read more these same specs, for less than 300.00 I consider it money well spent.
Manufacturer Support
It only took about 15 hours to get a response to my email question.
The Wow Factor
It looks tempting to buy and looks even better when you install it into your DAW. You'll never go back to a consumer card again after buying one of these.
Musical Style:
psychedelic rock read less
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