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M-Audio AIR 192|6 2-In/2-Out 24/192 USB Audio/MIDI Interface
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Sets the new standard with professional studio-quality and features!
With the AIR 192|6, you can create 24-bit/192kHz studio-quality recordings with an intuitive and easy-to-use audio interface. The AIR 192|6 enables you to record up to 2 channels at once with its 2 dedicated XLR+1/4" balanced combo inputs, and 2 all-new 1/4" instrument inputs that have a specially designed gain and impedance stage to provide the most accurate representation of a guitar or bass plugged directly into the interface. 5-pin MIDI In and Out connections are included for connecting synths, sequencers and other external MIDI gear.
Software to Match Your Style!
The AIR 192|6 comes complete with a software package that has everything to get you started. With a powerful DAW to suit your production needs, AIR 192|6 includes Ableton Live Lite and MPC Beats.
Also included is an entire Effects Plugin, Virtual Instruments and Loop package to cater to all your production needs. Whether you need a guitar tone, reverb, or delay your effects needs are covered with Revalver, AIR effect plugins and AIR's Creative FX Collection Plus. With the included AIR Virtual Instrument plugins, you'll have a virtual drummer, synth, strings, percussion, organ and piano plugins to add world-class-sounding instruments to your songs with ease.
Crystal™ Preamps, Pristine A/D Converters and Premium Components
M-Audio's engineers designed the Crystal Preamps to provide you with a transparent, low-noise preamp that guarantees the best sound from your microphones and captures your performance exactly the way you intended. The AIR 192|6 incorporates pristine A/D converters for 24-bit resolution digital audio with explosive dynamic range that captures every nuance and subtlety of the performance.
Hear the Performance Now- Not a Second Later
When recording, you want to focus on capturing that perfect moment, and getting the best performance out of your artist and talent. You don't want to be bogged down by "clicks", "pops" or latency. The AIR 192|6 not only features a high-speed USB connection for providing the lowest round trip latency (2.59ms) between your machine and your hardware, but it also features monitor mix control for listening directly to the source inputs, providing you with zero-latency technology.
Features
• 24-bit/192kHz resolution for professional recording and monitoring
• Hi-Speed USB circuitry for fastest connection, with class-leading round-trip latency of 2.59ms (dependent on buffer settings)
• Transparent Crystal™ preamps and ultra-pristine A/D converters for unsurpassed audio recording quality
• VU LED meters for dialing in the perfect level
• Flexible inputs: (2) XLR+1/4" TRS combo or 1/4" instrument inputs
• Use any combination of TRS combo or 1/4" instrument input on the two channels:(2) TRS, (2) instrument or (1) of each
• 5-pin MIDI input/output for connecting virtually any external MIDI gear
• Stereo 1/4" outs; 1/4" headphone out with independent level control
• Rugged metal chassis; large central control for easy volume adjustment
• USB/Direct knob for balancing between the input signal and the computer signal
What's Included
• AIR 192|6
• USB-C-to-USB-C Cable
• USB-C-to-USB-A Cable
• Software Download Cards
• User Guide
• Safety and Warranty Manual
Minimum System Requirements
• Standard USB 2.0 or USB-C Port
macOS: 10.8 Class Compliant
PC: Windows 7, Windows Driver
Specifications
Mic Inputs 1-2 (balanced XLR)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.1 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE: 104 dB (A-weighted)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 104 dB (+1.0 dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.002%
PREAMP EIN: -128 dBu (max gain, 150 Ω source, A-weighted)
MAX INPUT LEVEL: +1.5 dBu
GAIN RANGE: 55 dB
Line Input 1-2 (balanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.05 dB)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 101 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.002%
MAX INPUT LEVEL: 16 dBu
GAIN RANGE: 55 dB
Inst Input 1-2 (unbalanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TS)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.05 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE: 100 dB (A-weighted)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 98 dB (+ 4 dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.005%
MAX INPUT LEVEL: 6 dBu
INPUT IMPEDANCE: 1 MΩ
GAIN RANGE: 24 dB
Main Outputs, L and R (balanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.05 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE / SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 106 dB (A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.005%
MAX OUTPUT LEVEL: +13 dBu (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
Headphone Output (1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
THD+N: 0.005%
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 10 Ω
General
POWER: USB-bus-powered
DIMENSIONS (WIDTH X DEPTH X HEIGHT): 6.0" x 2.8" x 7.8" (15.2 cm x 7.1cm x 19.8 cm)
WEIGHT: 2.1 lbs. (0.95 kg)
With the AIR 192|6, you can create 24-bit/192kHz studio-quality recordings with an intuitive and easy-to-use audio interface. The AIR 192|6 enables you to record up to 2 channels at once with its 2 dedicated XLR+1/4" balanced combo inputs, and 2 all-new 1/4" instrument inputs that have a specially designed gain and impedance stage to provide the most accurate representation of a guitar or bass plugged directly into the interface. 5-pin MIDI In and Out connections are included for connecting synths, sequencers and other external MIDI gear.
Software to Match Your Style!
The AIR 192|6 comes complete with a software package that has everything to get you started. With a powerful DAW to suit your production needs, AIR 192|6 includes Ableton Live Lite and MPC Beats.
Also included is an entire Effects Plugin, Virtual Instruments and Loop package to cater to all your production needs. Whether you need a guitar tone, reverb, or delay your effects needs are covered with Revalver, AIR effect plugins and AIR's Creative FX Collection Plus. With the included AIR Virtual Instrument plugins, you'll have a virtual drummer, synth, strings, percussion, organ and piano plugins to add world-class-sounding instruments to your songs with ease.
Crystal™ Preamps, Pristine A/D Converters and Premium Components
M-Audio's engineers designed the Crystal Preamps to provide you with a transparent, low-noise preamp that guarantees the best sound from your microphones and captures your performance exactly the way you intended. The AIR 192|6 incorporates pristine A/D converters for 24-bit resolution digital audio with explosive dynamic range that captures every nuance and subtlety of the performance.
Hear the Performance Now- Not a Second Later
When recording, you want to focus on capturing that perfect moment, and getting the best performance out of your artist and talent. You don't want to be bogged down by "clicks", "pops" or latency. The AIR 192|6 not only features a high-speed USB connection for providing the lowest round trip latency (2.59ms) between your machine and your hardware, but it also features monitor mix control for listening directly to the source inputs, providing you with zero-latency technology.
Features
• 24-bit/192kHz resolution for professional recording and monitoring
• Hi-Speed USB circuitry for fastest connection, with class-leading round-trip latency of 2.59ms (dependent on buffer settings)
• Transparent Crystal™ preamps and ultra-pristine A/D converters for unsurpassed audio recording quality
• VU LED meters for dialing in the perfect level
• Flexible inputs: (2) XLR+1/4" TRS combo or 1/4" instrument inputs
• Use any combination of TRS combo or 1/4" instrument input on the two channels:(2) TRS, (2) instrument or (1) of each
• 5-pin MIDI input/output for connecting virtually any external MIDI gear
• Stereo 1/4" outs; 1/4" headphone out with independent level control
• Rugged metal chassis; large central control for easy volume adjustment
• USB/Direct knob for balancing between the input signal and the computer signal
What's Included
• AIR 192|6
• USB-C-to-USB-C Cable
• USB-C-to-USB-A Cable
• Software Download Cards
• User Guide
• Safety and Warranty Manual
Minimum System Requirements
• Standard USB 2.0 or USB-C Port
macOS: 10.8 Class Compliant
PC: Windows 7, Windows Driver
Specifications
Mic Inputs 1-2 (balanced XLR)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.1 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE: 104 dB (A-weighted)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 104 dB (+1.0 dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.002%
PREAMP EIN: -128 dBu (max gain, 150 Ω source, A-weighted)
MAX INPUT LEVEL: +1.5 dBu
GAIN RANGE: 55 dB
Line Input 1-2 (balanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.05 dB)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 101 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.002%
MAX INPUT LEVEL: 16 dBu
GAIN RANGE: 55 dB
Inst Input 1-2 (unbalanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TS)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.05 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE: 100 dB (A-weighted)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 98 dB (+ 4 dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.005%
MAX INPUT LEVEL: 6 dBu
INPUT IMPEDANCE: 1 MΩ
GAIN RANGE: 24 dB
Main Outputs, L and R (balanced 1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+0.05 dB)
DYNAMIC RANGE / SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 106 dB (A-weighted)
THD+N: 0.005%
MAX OUTPUT LEVEL: +13 dBu (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
Headphone Output (1/4" [6.35 mm] TRS)
THD+N: 0.005%
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 10 Ω
General
POWER: USB-bus-powered
DIMENSIONS (WIDTH X DEPTH X HEIGHT): 6.0" x 2.8" x 7.8" (15.2 cm x 7.1cm x 19.8 cm)
WEIGHT: 2.1 lbs. (0.95 kg)
Media
Youtube video product demo
Youtube video product demo
Q & A
Question: If you're only using one mic input, will the sound only come out of only one ear of the headphones?
- asked on Apr 7, 2024
- asked on Apr 7, 2024
Answer: Yes, this model does not have a Mono mode for monitoring.
- answered by Ron Elliott, Saskatoon South, Saskatchewan
- answered by Ron Elliott, Saskatoon South, Saskatchewan
Answer: Here's some follow-up, as the person who wrote the original question and who now owns the unit. Though there's no mono button, when monitoring direct through headphones with only one mic plugged in, the sound will come out to both ears. (Maybe the unit automatically puts it in mono? There's a switch for this on more expensive M-Audio Air units.) This is as opposed to the extremely annoying behaviour of, say, the ART USB Interface & Dual Preamp, who, in the same situation will only put sound in one ear (the two channel are completely separate and can't be combined or put in mono).
- answered by Tim Kitz, Ottawa, Ontario
- answered by Tim Kitz, Ottawa, Ontario
Reviews
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For the price, its a great bang for the buck. It sounds clear and sweet (considering its price). Easy enough to use, just make sure your audio settings on your pc are set at their default level as I had a little issue where I had a setting changed, I just changed it back to default and everything was fine.
Its not going to compete with something costing $1500 but its well worth the price.
Posted by anonymous on Jul 6, 2021
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A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| AIR 192|6 2-In/2-Out 24/192 USB Audio/MIDI Interface | 721221 |
