RME Fireface 802 FS Anniversary Edition – high-end 60-channel 192 kHz USB audio interface in a 19” enclosure, designed for both live and studio applications. It offers a comprehensive pro audio solution with no compromises in sound quality, stability, and ultra-low latency operation, featuring an unrivaled professional feature set. The interface includes high-end microphone preamps, reference-class converters, a complete effects section, and operation up to 192 kHz. It is based on newly developed analog and digital boards, with DC-coupled analog outputs and updated high-tech components enabling new features. The front panel includes four high-performance XLR/TRS combo inputs for microphone, instrument, and line signals, and two stereo headphone jacks with +17 dBu output level for high-volume, hi-impedance headphones. The rear panel provides extensive connectivity, including MIDI and Word Clock I/O, two optical ADAT I/Os, an AES/EBU I/O, and eight balanced analog inputs and outputs with line level, with Multi-Mode allowing ADAT I/Os to function as separate optical SPDIF inputs and outputs. The Fireface 802 FS supports ultra-low latency operation with RME USB 2 technology, SteadyClock FS jitter suppression, individually switchable reference levels, full stand-alone functionality, and identical operation on Windows PC and Mac. It features TotalMix FX DSP mixer for comprehensive routing and monitoring, DigiCheck Analyzer for precise digital data measurement, and TotalMix Remote for remote control via Ethernet and WiFi. The interface operates in driver-based USB 2 and Class Compliant modes, with Class Compliant mode natively supported by Windows, Mac OSX, Linux, and iPadOS, managing up to 60 channels for recording and playback. All line-level outputs are DC-coupled, suitable for sending control voltages (CV) or Gate information to modular synthesizers. The optional ARC USB remote control offers direct access to frequently used TotalMix FX actions with 15 assignable illuminated buttons, one encoder wheel, and a foot switch jack. It includes professional high-transparency preamps using OctaMic II technology, with four inputs on the front using balanced XLR/TS combo sockets, individually switchable to 48V phantom power or instrument mode, and LEDs for status indication. It supports stand-alone operation with setup recall via iPad, MIDI remote, and ARC USB, with 6 memory slots for permanent configuration storage. Technologies like Intelligent Clock Control (ICC) and SyncCheck ensure reliable clocking, while SteadyClock FS provides reference-class digital clocking with low jitter and high jitter immunity. The interface is equipped with the latest low latency A/D and D/A converter chips, offering high dynamic range and power for headphone outputs, and all I/Os are individually switchable to professional studio levels (-10 dBV, +4 dBu, HiGain).
MAIN FEATURES
- 60-channel, 192 kHz high-end USB audio interface in a 19” enclosure
- Ultra-low latency operation with RME USB 2 technology and legendary driver stability
- SteadyClock FS jitter suppression and individually switchable reference levels for all inputs and outputs
- Full stand-alone functionality with identical operation on Windows PC and Mac
- Four high-performance XLR/TRS combo inputs for microphone, instrument, and line signals
- Two stereo headphone jacks with +17 dBu output level for high-volume, hi-impedance headphones
- Connectivity includes 12 analog I/O, 4 XLR/TRS Mic/Inst/Line, 2 phones outputs, 1 AES/EBU I/O, 2 ADAT I/Os, 2 SPDIF I/Os, 1 Word Clock I/O, 1 MIDI I/O, and 1 RME USB 2.0
- Multi-Mode for ADAT I/Os to function as separate optical SPDIF inputs and outputs
- DC-coupled line-level outputs for sending control voltages (CV) or Gate information to modular synthesizers
- TotalMix FX DSP mixer with comprehensive routing, monitoring, and effects options (EQ, Dynamics, Reverb, Delay)
- TotalMix Remote for remote control via Ethernet and WiFi, mirroring host system state on iPad and Windows/Mac computers
- Class Compliant mode for driverless operation on Linux, Mac, and iPadOS, managing up to 60 channels
- ARC USB remote control with 15 assignable illuminated buttons, one encoder wheel, and foot switch jack for direct TotalMix FX access
- Professional high-transparency preamps using OctaMic II technology, with 48V phantom power and instrument mode switching
- Stand-alone operation with setup recall via iPad, MIDI remote, and ARC USB, with 6 memory slots for permanent configuration
- Intelligent Clock Control (ICC) and SyncCheck for reliable clocking, with SteadyClock FS for low jitter and high jitter immunity
- DigiCheck Analyzer for metering
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Analog Inputs 1-8: XLR, balanced, reference level +4 dBu or -10 dBV; Impedance: 2 kOhm balanced; Frequency response: 5 Hz - 200 kHz; SNR: 114 dB RMS unweighted, 117 dBA; THD+N: -100 dB / < 0.001 %; Phantom power: +48 V
- Analog Outputs 1-8: XLR, balanced, reference level +4 dBu or -10 dBV; Impedance: 75 Ohm balanced; Frequency response: 0 Hz - 200 kHz; SNR: 115 dB RMS unweighted, 118 dBA; THD+N: -100 dB / < 0.001 %; Max output level: +19 dBu
- Mic Preamps (1-2): XLR, optional +48 V phantom, Hi-Z for instruments; Mic impedance: 1.3 kOhm; Instrument impedance: 470 kOhm; Gain: 11 dB to 65 dB; Frequency response: 5 Hz - 200 kHz; SNR: 113 dB RMS unweighted, 116 dBA; THD: -107 dB
- Headphone Outputs: TRS 6.3 mm stereo, output impedance 10 Ohm, max level +17 dBu @ 100 Ohm, SNR 114 dB RMS unweighted
- Digital: AES/EBU 1 x I/O, ADAT 2 x I/O (up to 192 kHz with SMUX/4), SPDIF 2 x I/O coaxial, Word Clock 1 x I/O BNC, MIDI 2 x I/O 5-pin; USB 2.0, up to 192 kHz, 60 channels I/O
- General: Power supply: External 12V DC, power consumption 13W; Dimensions (WxHxD): 483 x 44 x 210 mm (19”); Weight: 3 kg; Operating temperature: +5°C to +50°C
- Supported Systems: Windows 7/8/10/11 (64-bit), macOS 10.10+, Linux, iPadOS (Class Compliant)
