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In addition to six of Focusrites legendary mic-pres two of Liquid Saffire 56s pre-amps utilises the third generation of Focusrites Liquid Pre-amp providing the choice of ten different pre-amp emulations. These include emulations based on the Neve 1073 the Pultec MB-1 Telefunken V72 and seven more. A harmonics dial on each Liquid pre-amp lets you account for variance in vintage originals of the same model or use levels of 2nd 3rd and 5th Harmonic distortion creatively to shape your sound. Liquid Saffire 56 doesnt just offer pre-amp variety; sonic integrity is also guaranteed throughout. Both the Liquid and Saffire pre-amps ensure low noise and distortion whilst quality digital conversion and Jet PLL jitter elimination technology ensure pristine audio quality as your audio flows between the analogue and digital domains.Alongside the two Liquid- and six Saffire pre-amps are a host of i/o options; 10 analogue outputs 16 channels of ADAT i/o stereo SPDIF i/o MIDI i/o and 2 virtual loopback inputs for routing digital audio between software applications - ideal for capturing audio playback within your computer. Mic Line and Instrument inputs all utilise independent connectors with the input type for each channel selectable via custom control software. Consequently all the inputs can remain permanently connected ready for whatever your recording session demands. In addition word-clock i/o is provided on BNC connectors allowing Liquid Saffire 56 to act as either a master clock for your studio or as a slave to an existing clock. Every channel features an independent phantom power and a high pass filter switchable from the front panel with the two instrument channels also featuring -9d B pads for additional headroom. Front panel 5-LED metering for all inputs including ADAT and SPDIF offers accurate viewing of all levels.Saffire Mix Control the zero-latency 18 x 16 DSP Mixer/Router software provided with Liquid Saffire 56 features unparalleled output routing and monitoring. It also provides intuitive one-click set-up solutions a clear and concise mixing layout large on-screen metering for inputs outputs and submixes and control over the choice of liquid emulation.Two independent headphone buses are provided each with their own level controls available on the front panel. A dedicated stereo monitor mix output features pads for improved sound quality when connected to active monitor speakers. An anti-thump circuit protects your monitor speakers from spikes when booting up or shutting down the unit.FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS:Two Liquid Pre-amps:The marriage of a hugely flexible analogue front end with cutting-edge dynamic convolution DSP each Liquid Pre-amp lets you choose from ten different classic pre-amp emulations with an eleventh ?flat? option.Six High Quality Award-winning Focusrite Pre-amps: Six award-winning Saffire pre-amps complement two Liquid pre-amps. All eight pre-amps demonstrate the same wide bandwidth philosophy behind the early vintage Focusrite units.High Quality 24-bit/192k Hz Firewire Interface: Professional digital conversion and Jet PLLTM jitter elimination technology; pristine audio quality and reliable synchronisation are guaranteed.Total I/O Count of 28 Inputs and 28 Outputs: A host of i/o options are provided* including a unique loop-back facility for routing audio between software applications via Saffire Mix Control.Suite of Focusrite VST/AU plug-ins: Upgrade your standard sequencer effects and bring a touch of class to your session with Focusrite Compression Reverb Gating and EQ VST/AU plug-ins.Two separate headphone buses: Two artists can receive independent and fully customised monitor mixes. Each output has an independent level control available on the front panel.Saffire Mix Control Zero-latency DSP Mixer/Router: Routing flexibility and intuitive one-click set-up solutions; Saffire Mix Control provides an 18 x 16 DSP mixer with excellent output routing and monitoring capabilities.Front panel 5-LED metering: LED metering for each of the analogue ADAT1 ADAT2 or S/PDIF inputs offers accurate viewing of levels direct from the front fascia.FURTHER SPECS:Mic. Inputs Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 109d BSNR (A-weighted): -109d BFrequency Response: 20Hz - 20k Hz +/- 0.1 d BTHD+N: 0.001% (measured at 1k Hz with a 20Hz/22k Hz bandpass filter)Noise: EIN > 125d B (128d B analogue to digital) (measured at 60d B of gain with 150 Ohm termination (20Hz/22k Hz bandpass filter)Maximum level (A-weighted): 8d Bu at 1%Line Inputs:Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 109d BSNR (A-weighted): -109d BFrequency Response: 20Hz - 20k Hz +/- 0.1d BTHD+N: < 0.001% (measured with 0d BFS input and 22Hz/22k Hz bandpass filter)Noise: -90d Bu (22Hz/22k Hz bandpass filter)Maximum level (A-weighted): 28.5d Bu at 1%Instrument Inputs:Frequency Response: 20Hz-20KHz +/- 0.1d BMaximum Input Level min gain no pad: +8d Bu Maximum Input Level max gain no pad: -42d Bu THD+N -1d BFS min gain no pad: < 0.0015%SNR: 109d B "A"DNR: 109d B... Liquid Saffire 56 is Focusrites new flagship 2U multi-channel firewire audio interface. Liquid technology combines with Saffire PRO firewire interfacing to deliver a host of authentic pre-amp flavours seamless software integration excellent routing flexibility and future-proof rock-solid driver stability.
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