Quantum 2626 Thunderbolt Audio Interface. Cutting-edge 24-bit, 192 kHz converters with 115 dB of dynamic range and superior pure analog XMAX preamps result in superb audio quality. Impressive speed combined with stunning sound quality means that the Quantum Thunderbolt audio interface is an ideal recording solution for any size of studio. This interface provides ADAT/dual S/MUX ports and also features two direct preamp outputs with dedicated returns, so you can insert your favorite analog compressor and your favorite plug-ins with ease. Quantum 2626 ships as a complete recording studio with an awarded Studio One Artist music production software. Software enables you to compose, record, produce and powerful extensions for Studio One like the Presence XT Expansion packs and the PreSonus Channel Strip Collection.

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General Features

• 26x26 Thunderbolt 3 ultra-low-latency audio interface
• 24-Bit/192kHz Operation with high-quality 115 dB A/D/A converters
• Studio One Artist and Studio Magic plug-in bundle included

Flexible Connectivity

• Simultaneous I/O up to 26 inputs / 26 outputs (at 44.1 or 48 kHz)
• 8 pristine XMAX preamps
• 2 Instrument Inputs
• 8 balanced line inputs
• Dual headphone outputs with independent level control
• Balanced stereo main outputs with independent level control
• 8 DC Coupled balanced line outputs
• 2 preamp direct outputs with returns to insert outboard gear
• Main Output Level Control
• Balanced Stereo Main Output (TRS)
• Eight Balanced Line Outputs (TRS (outs 1 & 2 share a DAC with the main output))
• Two Preamp Outputs (channels 1 & 2)
• Two Line Returns (channels 1 & 2)
• ADAT Optical/Dual SMUX inputs/outputs: 16x16 channels at 44.1 or 48 kHz; 8x8 channels at 88.2 or 96 kHz
• Stereo S/PDIF coaxial input and output

Digitalia

• Thunderbolt 3 high-speed bus
• 24-bit resolution and up to 192 kHz sampling rate
• BNC word clock input and output with low-jitter clocking
• MIDI I/O

Physical

• Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
• 1U rack-mountable
• 12 VDC external power supply (included)

*192 kHz, 64 sample buffer in Studio One 4.5 on a MacBook Pro 2016, 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 running macOS 10.12.5

Computer system requirements:

Mac

• Mac® OS X 10.11.6 64-bit or later
• Intel® Core™ i5 or better
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Windows

• Windows® 10 64-bit or later
• Intel Core i5 or better
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Mac and Windows Systems

• Thunderbolt™ 1.0, 2.0, or 3.0 port (NOTE: Your computer's motherboard must support Thunderbolt. Thunderbolt 1 and 2 require an adapter, not included.)
• Internet connection (required for Studio One Activation and Content download)
• Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
• 30 GB hard disk space
• Monitor with 1366x768 resolution

Note: The minimum system requirements may differ for DAWs other than Studio One. Please check the requirements for your DAW of choice with its manufacturer.

Note that the speed of your processor, amount of RAM and size and speed of your hard drive will greatly affect the overall performance of your recording system. Also, a more powerful system (faster processor with more RAM) will allow for lower latency (signal delay)

Technical Specifications

Microphone Preamp

• Type: XLR Female (via Combo), Balanced
• Maximum Input Level: +10 dBu (Balanced, min. gain)
• Gain Control Range: 60 dB
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 110 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.005% (1 kHz, min. gain)
• EIN: < -131 dBu (max gain, 40Ω, 22 kHz BW, A-wtd)
• Input Impedance: 1.6 kΩ
• Phantom Power: +48V, > 8 mA per input

Instrument Inputs

• Type: ¼” TS Female (via Combo), Unbalanced
• Maximum Input Level: +15 dBu (Unbalanced, min. gain)
• Gain Control Range: 60 dB
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 106 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.005% (1kHz, min. gain)
• Input Impedance: > 1 MΩ

Line Inputs

• Type: ¼” TRS Female (via Combo), Balanced
• Maximum Input Level: + 18 dBu (Balanced, min. gain)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 118 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.005% (1 kHz, min. gain)
• Input Impedance: 10 kΩ

Main and Line Outputs

• Type: ¼” TRS Female, impedance balanced, DC Coupled (Line Outputs only)
• Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu (Balanced)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 118 dB (A-wtd)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.0035% (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
• Output Impedance: 51Ω

Headphone Outputs

• Type: ¼” TRS Female, Stereo, Unbalanced, x2
• Maximum Output Level: 175 mW/channel (56Ω load)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 110 dB (A-wtd)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.03% (1 kHz)
• Headphone Impedance: (working range) 16Ω to 300Ω

Digital Audio

• Connection Type: Thunderbolt 3 (Thunderbolt 1 and 2 compatible)
• ADC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-wtd)
• DAC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-wtd)
• Bit Depth: 24 bits
• Internally Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz

Power

• 12 VDC, 5A, external power supply

Physical Dimensions

• Height 1.75"" (44.45 mm)
• Depth 7"" (177.8 mm)
• Width 19"" (482.6 mm)
• Weight 6 lbs (2.72 kg)