RME Digiface USB
UPC/EAN #4260123362287
MPN #DFUSB
24bit / 192kHz, 66 channel hi-performance USB 2.0 audio interface with 4x ADAT I/O
Continuing the legacy of RME's famous HDSP Digiface, a triple ADAT I/O interface with phones and PCI interface, Digiface USB simplifies connection with USB 2, does not need an external power supply, and even adds another optical I/O, resulting in 32 channels input and output each when using ADAT optical.
The analog output hosts channels 33/34, and can be used freely thanks to TotalMix FX, RME's routing and monitoring solution that knows nearly no limits in routing and mixing (the Digiface USB does not include FX).
Each single optical port can use either ADAT (up to 8 channels) or SPDIF (stereo). While the inputs adapt automatically to the received signal format, the outputs can be individually switched between ADAT and SPDIF operation. Supported are SMUX and SMUX4. Therefore at 192 kHz either 8 channels via 4 x SPDIF or ADAT are possible on both inputs and outputs.
The latest Plug and Play technology guarantees a simple installation, even for the inexperienced user. Numerous unique features as well as RME's robust drivers enable a quick, efficient and comfortable operation of the Digiface USB.
Its small size, weight and bus-powered operation make the Digiface USB extremely versatile and useful. It could even serve as simple headphone amp for mobile use.
TotalMix
Like all the latest RME interfaces, the Digiface USB also includes the powerful digital real-time mixer TotalMix FX. It allows for practically unlimited mixing and routing operations, with all inputs and playback channels simultaneously, to any hardware outputs. The Digiface USB does not have a DSP, so there are no FX available. Still it includes a dedicated Control Room section with Talkback, Main/Phones, fader groups, mute groups, complete remote controllability via Mackie or OSC protocol, and much more.
Here are some typical applications for TotalMix:
Setting up delay-free submixes (headphone mixes). The Digiface USB allows for up to 17 fully independent stereo submixes. On an analog mixing desk, this would equal 34 Aux sends.
Unlimited routing of inputs and outputs (free utilisation, patchbay functionality).
Distributing signals to several outputs at a time. TotalMix offers state-of-the-art splitter and distributor functions.
Simultaneous playback of different programs via a single stereo output. The ASIO multiclient driver supports the usage of several programs at the same time. When done on different playback channels TotalMix provides the means to mix and monitor these on a single stereo output.
Mixing of the input signal to the playback signal (complete ASIO Direct Monitoring). RME not only is the pioneer of ADM, but also offers the most complete implementation of the ADM functions.
Integration of external devices. Use TotalMix to insert external effects devices, be it in the playback or in the record path. Depending on the current application, the functionality equals insert or effects send and effects return, for example as used during real-time monitoring when adding some reverb to the vocals.
Every single input channel, playback channel and hardware output features a Peak and RMS level meter, calculated in hardware. These level displays are very useful to determine the presence and routing destinations of the audio signals.
Specifications
66 channels: 32 in / 34 out
Inputs: 4 x ADAT/SPDIF
Outputs: 4 x ADAT/SPDIF / 1 x Phones TRS Stereo 6.3 mm
MIDI input and output: via virtual MIDI port
Clock modes: Internal, ADAT In, SPDIF In
Sample rates: 28 kHz up to 200 kHz
Jitter: < 1 ns, internal and all inputs
Jitter sensitivity: PLL operates even at 100 ns Jitter
TotalMix: 2048 channel mixer with 48-bit internal resolution
TotalMix: latency-free submixes and perfect ASIO Direct Monitoring
Interface: USB 2.0, bus-powered
Comes with DIGICheck, RME's ultimate measurement, analysis and test tool
Drivers:
Windows Vista/7/8/10 (Multi-Client operation of ASIO 2.3 and WDM)
Mac OS X (10.6 or up, Core Audio, Core MIDI)
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5.0
Jay D
Toronto, ON
April 12, 2023
RME Digiface USB
The RME Digiface USB audio interfaces are really a work of art. I've heard of RME interfaces for years. I came to the point where I wanted a lot of available inputs for my various equipment. True to legend, their drivers are rock solid and very easy to use.
Read moreOne beautiful feature of the RME driver is that you can have up to 3 interfaces running under one driver which takes care of multiple interfaces on Windows without having to play around with unreliable aggregate solutions. I wanted to hook up 4 external ADAT interfaces for 32 inputs but since I needed one of the RME interface ports to connect to the other RME interface to synchronize, I purchased two of these interfaces (which now have 4 Behringer ADA8200 for synths and drum machines and Boredbrain OptX for modular synth and I can still add another ADAT interface to the mix). The only caveat is that these interfaces must be plugged into quality USB ports on your computer. I initially had them plugged into cheap internal USB expansion cards but I kept having issues. Plug them directly into the main computers USB ports and you'll be enjoying these high quality converters for years! Highly recommended!
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4.5
Stef
Gatineau, QC
April 5, 2021
Great little unit
The RME Digidace is a great little unit and provides a lot of ADAT ins & outs. Great drivers and easy to install. The only minor issue is getting around the software console. It could be simplified to make it more user friendly.
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4.0
Scott
Guelph, Ontario
March 22, 2021
Little Box, Big Solution.
This has proven to be a bit of a magic bullet in my current situ as a clean and simple way to integrate my former "classic" RADAR recorder & analog console set up with Logic X. It has allowed me to keep using the 24 AD and DA of the RADAR and and keep breaking out the 24 tracks across the analog desk (avoiding ITB summing and managing latency easily - Amen) while recording and mixing in Logic.
Read more It also allows me to access 8 additional analog channels at the console if needed via the RME and MOTU 16a. For such a little box it opens up a ton of possibilities here. Alex Sergerie at Studio Economik was very helpful prior to purchase. He answered a lot of questions about the possible routing options and how best to set up the RME in my specific situ. Much appreciated.
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