The kit of the ST Audio DSP24 and the ADC&DAC2000 (also available as C-Port in some countries) is a high quality 24bit/96kHz multi-channel recording package representing the latest technological advances in digital recording for the home/studio PC. The unit ships as a complete audio/MIDI, hardware/software solution in one package. The system delivers outstanding performance never seen before at such an affordable price.
The package comprises of an ultra high quality 24-bit 96kHz PCI host card (Audio DSP 24), the XG-DB I digital expansion daughter board bracket, the ADC&DAC2000 external converter unit (19 inch standard format), and a powerful recording software application developed by Emagic (Logic SoundTrack 24).
By housing all converters externally in the full size rackmountable chassis, your recordings are captured with absolute pristine transparency. Full 24-bit 96kHz bandwidth with full duplex operation is available over 10 simultaneous inputs and outputs.
The kit comes packed with all the I/O options you need right out of the box - eight analogue inputs, eight analogue outputs, two S/PDIF - AES/EBU - Optical I/O channels all at 24-bit resolution. It also comes with a one in - two out (32 channels) - MIDI interface and a headphone output with separate volume control. Two of the eight analogue inputs on the ADC&DAC2000 include XLR balanced connectors and feature independent quality microphone pre-amplifiers with gain controls and switchable phantom power. This eliminates the need to incorporate a separate mixer in many situations. You can plug in an instrument or microphone, set the gain levels and start recording immediately! This makes the package a completely self-contained, fully featured hardware interface for all aspects of home studio recording. With the included Logic ST 24 software package from Emagic, this solution is the perfect place to begin building your studio.
Because the DSP24 with ADC&DAC2000 is an integrated system featuring both hardware and software, there is no need for concern over compatibility issues. Everything has been designed and tested as a complete solution.
Excellent driver support is available including Windows 95/98/ME, 2000, ASIO 2.0 and GSIF. The included ASIO 2.0 drivers of the DSP24 card support 3ms latency at 96kHz and 7/8ms at 44.1/48kHz. This means for users of modern software synthesizers (such as GigaSampler, GigaStudio or VST Plugins like PPG Wave or Model E) that you can play your sounds now in realtime, even using realtime effects (like DirectX or VST plugins).
The DSP24 card is of course compatible with all today's latest applications including Logic Audio, Cubase VST, Cakewalk, Samplitude, Cool Edit, Acid, Vegas, etc. - It's very simple to install and use and makes a great choice for you to build a home studio around.
The main PCI host card (Audio DSP24) can be connected to multiple external interface boxes simultaneously allowing other options for ADC & DAC conversion, ADAT & T/DIF connections, or multiple input digital connectivity. In addition to all this flexibility, up to three additional DSP24 PCI host cards (4 in total) can be installed in the same system! This allows for an amazing 40 channel I/O!
As you can see, unlike other systems, this package is extremely flexible and can expand to meet the needs of your future requirements.
Specifications
Features:
- 10 x 10 24-bit/96kHz 100% Full-Duplex recording path support
- 2 x balanced (XLR) inputs with built in pre-amps (-12dB to +40dB) & switchable phantom power (48V)
- 2 x balanced (XLR) outputs
- 8 x 1/4" line level inputs
- 8 x 1/4" line level outputs
- S/PDIF, OPTICAL & AES/EBU I/O connections as standard
- Stereo headphone output with volume control (1/4" connector)
- 2 x 16 channel (32 channels) MIDI interface ports provided (2 outputs, 1 input)
- Peak LED for channel 1&2
- Up to four PCI cards can be sample accurate sync linked (40 Channel I/O)
- Internal or external sync supported (External can be set via the S/PDIF input)
- 22kHz~99kHz frequency rates supported
- direct monitoring for input signals (zero latency, by hardware)
- Internal mixing, routing and monitoring software provided
- Logic Soundtrack 24 (24-bit/96kHz powerful recording software from Emagic)
- Drivers for Windows 95/98/ME, Windows NT, Windows 2000, ASIO 2.0 (latency can be lowered to 3ms), GSIF (GigaSampler/-Studio)
Controller Chip & Converters:
- ADC&DAC2000 external rack uses AKM AK4524 ADC/DAC (24bit/96kHz, 100dB S/N ratio a-weighted) converters on all stereo inputs and outputs
- Audio DSP 24 host card uses the IC Ensemble Envy24 I/O controller chip (ICE1712)
- Audio DSP 24 internal I/O for standard windows system sounds (mini-jacks on card) uses SigmaTel STAC97xx 18bit AC-97 Codec (ADC & DAC) 95dB output S/N ratio (a-weighted)