Product Description
The Arturia AudioFuse X8 OUT is an amazing and adaptable expander crafted for recording producers and sound engineers. If you need extra high - quality analog outputs, this is the perfect choice. It integrates smoothly with your current audio setup, making signal routing a breeze for both live shows and complex studio work. Unlike a full - fledged audio interface, it offers a cost - effective solution, getting rid of the unnecessary clutter while still delivering top - notch audio performance. The X8 OUT features an 8 - channel ADAT - to - analog conversion system. You can send audio to a wide variety of outboard gear like hardware FX units and mixing consoles. Expand your speaker setup and control different synthesizers through its DC - coupled outputs. With excellent audio fidelity, it's a must - have for any professional audio environment where quality and flexibility matter. Designed for efficiency and practicality, it adds 8 more outputs via ADAT, boosting your existing audio interface's connectivity. It doesn't come with the bulk or high cost of a fully - featured unit, making it great for those who need strong audio capabilities without extra overhead. Key features include 8x DC - coupled outputs for flexible audio routing, a BNC world clock input for precise digital device synchronization, high - fidelity audio conversion with 24 - bit Cirrus Logic DA converters supporting up to 96 kHz sampling rate, a compact and sturdy half 1 - U rack chassis for desktop or rack mounting, an assembly kit for side - by - side rack mounting of two X8 OUT units, intuitive front - panel controls for easy channel management, and colorful VU meters for clear audio level monitoring. Specifications involve included software such as Analog Lab Intro, Pre 1973, and many others, and dimensions of 221 x 216 x 48mm (8.7 x 8.5 x 1.89in) with a weight of 1.37kg (3.03lb). The package includes a flyer, a power supply, and an assembly kit for racking two AudioFuse X8 units.
Using the Arturia AudioFuse X8 OUT is quite straightforward. First, connect it to your existing audio setup. You can use the ADAT connection to add 8 more outputs to your audio interface. This allows you to send audio to different outboard gear. For example, you can connect it to hardware FX units or mixing consoles easily. To synchronize digital devices precisely, use the BNC world clock input. When it comes to channel management, the front - panel controls are very intuitive. Just use them to adjust and manage the channels as you need. The colorful VU meters on the front panel will show you the audio levels clearly. As for rack mounting, if you want to mount two X8 OUT units side by side, use the included assembly kit. For desktop use, the compact half 1 - U rack chassis is stable. Keep in mind that when you're using it, make sure the power supply is properly connected. Avoid exposing the device to extreme temperatures or humidity. For maintenance, keep it clean by gently wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Don't use any harsh chemicals. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a dry and safe place.