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| | Features | 26 x 26 simultaneous analog/digital I/O makes it ideal for project studiosEight preamps with Octane technology and flexible on-board DSP mixer to help create multiple unique cue mixesFunctions as a standalone operation with eight-channel mic pre/eight-channel A/D-D/A converterUp to 24-bit/192kHz, JetPLL technology, Pro Tools M-Powered compatible
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| | Description | Building on a legacy of award-winning FireWire audio interfaces, the M-Audio ProFire 2626 brings next-generation performance to your PC or Mac host-based recording system. This powerful interface delivers 26 x 26 simultaneous I/O, complete with an onboard DSP mixer sourced from up to 52 audio streams. It features every kind of connection you need - including award-winning Octane preamp technology on all eight analog inputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, word clock and MIDI. Critically acclaimed JetPLL jitter elimination technology ensures pristine audio quality and reliable synchronization all the way up to high-definition 24-bit/192kHz resolution. In addition, ProFire 2626 offers easy FireWire connectivity, extremely low latency, dual headphone outputs, front-panel 1/4" instrument inputs and standalone operation. Pro Tools M-Powered compatible | |
| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 23.15 inches | | Product Width: | 15.87 inches | | Product Height: | 10.04 inches | | Product Weight: | 1.0 pounds | | Package Length: | 20.5 inches | | Package Width: | 14.0 inches | | Package Height: | 6.5 inches | | Package Weight: | 9.75 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 11 reviews |
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| | Customer Reviews | Average Customer Review: ( 11 customer reviews )
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18 of 18 found the following review helpful:
 An unbiased review Jan 10, 2010
By Y. Jossa
A few months ago, i decided to update my MOTU 828 mkii firewire interface with something that has better DAC converters, so i did some research and i decided to purchase the M-Audio Profire 2626.
When i plugged this unit in my studio and listened to it, i was taken by the clarity of the DACs, i also did some testing of the preamp mics, and they are clean sounding and uncolored.
So, I thought i had a great deal.. a 192/24 firewire 8x8 interface for around $500. Unfortunately, as i started using the unit more and more in my studio, i realized the many problems m-audio has been infamous for: bad drivers and unreliable software.
1-The biggest problem with the unit is that the latest ASIO M-Audio 2626 Windows XP drivers will blue screen some XP workstations when changing the audio resolution from 96k back to 48k or 44k in a DAW or some other program that uses the unit's driver. There is a thread in the M-Audio's forum about this, and quite a few people are experiencing this problem. As of January 10th 2010, the problem is still unresolved.
The funniest and saddest thing of all, is that when i use the free ASIO4ALL drivers with the Profire-2626, they do not crash Windows when switching audio resolutions. This should tell you how bad M-Audio drivers are.
2-The marketing literature for the M-Audio is basically incorrect and will lead you to believe the digital mixer offers true mixing flexibility (like MOTU's CueMix software) of all inputs and outputs.. which is FALSE. You can use the digital mixer's faders to control the analog inputs coming into the unit, ONLY if the inputs are connected to the preamps via XLR plugs.. if you use TRS 1/4" jacks to connect to inputs 3-8, the signal bypasses the mic preamps and cannot be controlled in the digital mixer. How stupid is that?
I had to go out and order 1/4" to XLR adapters to connect some of my synths to be able to control their input in the digital mixer
My older MOTU 828 mkii unit never had this inconvenience...
3-Want to use the 2626 inputs and outputs to send digital signals from your DAW to an analog box and back into your DAW?
Good Luck.. it took me a while to figure out how to do it (nevermind i used to do this in the MOTU 828 mkii all the time) and then i wasn't able to monitor the return signals without listening to the return signal mixed with the send signal!
Yep.. you can't monitor return signals without going through the mixer unless you are using the XLR inputs.. because if you use the TRS inputs you cannot control or mute the signal!!
2010-02 UPDATE
4-About 10 months ago, a user in the m-audio forums discovered that the Profire 610 and the Profire 2626 are not sample accurate when recording. What does this mean? it means if you want to record a band playing together, the tracks are going to be out of sync with each other, and you will need to synchronize them by hand in your DAW.
M-Audio confirmed this was a problem with their drivers, but after 10 months of waiting a fix hasn't been released yet.
All this problems with M-audio's unreliable and poorly written software have lead me to eventually replace this unit with something that offers better software and hardware quality, like the RME fireface 800.. the thing stopping me is the price.. the RME Fireface goes for about twice the price of the Profire 2626.. and for a good reason.
The experience with the profire 2626 has taught me a lesson: Don't buy another M-Audio product ever again.
But, don't just take my word for it.. point your browser to M-audio's profire forums and you will see all the problems users are having with this unit..
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 A review of sorts... Mar 28, 2011
By Chae Choe
So... I purchased this unit about 2 moths ago for a location recording session and it came through like a champ! The location and circumstances did not permit me to bring along a bunch of out-board gear so I had to depend on the on-board pres and they worked great. Nice and quiet w/ lots of headroom. I was using a ribbon for my M/S and was a little worried that I wouldn't get enough gain but was surprised to find that the 2626 gave more than enough. As far as DAW integration... Flawless! I use Logic on my Macbook Pro and had no issues. Drivers were solid as well. Mac's coreMIDI is a bit of a bugger but once it was on, it was on.
I used the 2626 to run 16 inputs to Logic as well as run a house mix and headphone mix and no probs. There are better interfaces out there but for the money you really can't go wrong. I also realize that some people have had issues with the drivers and such but most have been addressed by now and like anything that you get that is a tech toy you will have integration issues from time to time. You can check any manufacturer forums and you will likely see a host of complaints about usability and integration. What made the decision for me was the price to features ratio. The 2626 is a great interface at a great price.
and yes, you can record 26 channels. you just can't use the dsp mixer. you need to use the mixer in your DAW if you want to go higher than 16+2SPDF. Not really an issue if you're running PT LE or MP since you're limited to 16 tracks anyway. For Logic or DP or Reaper you just have to use your in-DAW mixer. The DSP mixer is more for monitoring anyway and if you've got your channels mapped out right also a non issue.
In my opinion this is a quality budget interface from a quality manufacturer. If you're looking for Jack Joseph Puig or Bruce Swedien sound Your gonna need a boat load more cash but if your looking for a versatile interface for quick location, live and the occasional studio use...
3 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 Confusing name 2626 Jun 28, 2009
By Hiroyuki Ikezi
I bought this unit for building a portable 24 track recorder. ( I use a separate system for mixing and editing. ) The name 2626 suggests 26 track recordings are possible. But, DSP of this unit is capable of recording up to only 18 tracks. M-Audio site actually indicates this, but in an obscured manner. At the sampling rate of 88.2 or 96 kHz, the unit can record only up to 12 tracks instead of 18 tracks.
Combination with ADAT preamps, M-Powerd 8 and dual 2 GHz, XP, notebook PC works fine. 3 star rating instead of higher rating is due to confusing naming and obscured descriptions in their site.
Great Product! Dec 21, 2011
By Steven C. Earl
Like the title say, it's great. Feels solid. Lots of preamp gain (I'm using separate pres though). This is a big upgrade from my M-audio Fast Track Ultra. If you don't have a TI firewire card, I suggest you purchase one because the integrated firewire ports won't work as effectively. Mine popped and clicked and the output cut out after a while. Once i got a SIGG firewire PCIe card, it worked perfectly.
 Excelente ratio de calidad/costo Jun 17, 2011
By Fredy Gabriel
Dentro de las prestaciones que ofrece el profire 2626, es excelente, uno queda bastante satisfecho por su compra. No le doy 5 estrellas debido a que existen otras marcas de superior calidad las cuales sí tendrían la más alta calificación. Pero si uno está corto de presupuesto el M-Audio Profire 2626 es una opción más que satisfactoria.
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