The RME Fireface 802 FS, meticulously designed for both live performances and studio conditions, is a versatile 60-channel audio/MIDI USB-B interface for demanding users who do not want to compromise on sound quality and stability and require ultra-low latency operation. Housed in an elegant 1 x 19-inch casing, the Fireface 802 FS features a newly developed analog and digital board with four high-performance microphone/instrument/line preamps, benchmark converters, a full set of effects, and operates at a frequency of up to 192 kHz, ensuring impeccable sound reproduction and capturing all nuances with exceptional clarity.
Other professional features include SteadyClock FS jitter suppression, individually switchable reference levels for all I/O devices, DC-coupled outputs on all 8 analog line outputs, standalone functionality, DIGICheck measurement and analysis tools, and seamless operation with Mac and Windows.
On the front panel of the Fireface 802 FS are four high-performance combined XLR/TRS inputs, providing exceptional accuracy in transmitting microphone, instrument, and line signals. Additionally, two headphone jacks provide a high output level of +17 dBu, ensuring sufficient volume even for high-impedance headphones. The rear panel offers a wide range of connectivity options, including MIDI and Wordclock I/O, two ADAT optical I/O modules, AES/EBU, and eight balanced analog inputs and outputs operating at line level. A newly introduced multi-mode allows two ADAT I/O devices to function as separate optical S/PDIF inputs and outputs.
The Fireface 802 FS also features a class-compliant mode for use with TotalMix FX software for iPad, enabling users to control the interface from their iPad without a computer. Additionally, users can conveniently connect the ARC USB remote control (sold separately) via the USB-A port for controlling TotalMix FX software.
802 vs 802 FS
- Newly developed analog and digital board
- Class-compliant mode for use with iPadOS
- All 30 channels in class-compliant USB 2.0 mode up to 192 kHz
- SteadyClock FS jitter-free digital clock
- Triple AES/SPDIF I/O like in UFX III with new multi-mode
- DC-coupled outputs for all 8 analog outputs for CV/Gate control to modular synthesizers
- USB connector for ARC USB
Class-leading SteadyClock FS digital synchronization
The SteadyClock FS system provides outstanding performance in all synchronization modes. Its highly efficient jitter suppression updates and cleans any clock signal and presents the clock signal as a reference clock signal at the word clock output. The cleaned and jitter-free clock signal can be used as a reference clock signal in any application, regardless of the quality of the external clock signal.
Room EQ and Binaural Effects for Immersive Sound
Integrating room EQ into TotalMix FX adds the ability to calibrate the room, making the Fireface an ideal solution for immersive audio systems, including Dolby ATMOS. The room EQ consists of nine bands with a fully parametric equalizer, individual output delay, and volume calibration. Users can freely adjust up to 20 room EQs simultaneously on any desired outputs for maximum flexibility. Settings can be entered manually or imported using tools like Sonarworks or Room EQ Wizard.
A Binaural Crossed function is also added, providing speaker emulation in headphones, perfect for stereo mixing or atmospheric effects in headphones. The crossfeed feature simulates speaker behavior in terms of channel separation, allowing for an extremely broad range of sound tuning in 5 steps.
DIGICheck for High-Resolution Sound Measurement
The DIGICheck software (available for free download separately) can be used for measuring, testing, analyzing, and measuring digital audio streams. It also includes a spectrum analyzer, phase meter, and bit statistics in professional quality.
ARC USB Remote Control
The optional ARC USB remote control connects to the computer via USB and interacts directly with TotalMix FX. It features 15 assignable and illuminated buttons, one encoder wheel, and a TS jack for connecting a footswitch. The ARC USB is a USB 1.1 MIDI remote control for the Fireface 802 FS. Operating as a UAC 1 class device, it is initially compatible with Windows and Mac OS X. Once the device appears in the operating system, TotalMix FX will automatically detect the ARC USB and interact with it using simple MIDI commands for controlling the 802 FS.
Standalone Operation with Configuration Recovery
The Fireface 802 FS can be configured directly via iPad, MIDI controller, and ARC USB. Additionally, it has 6 memory slots where the current configuration can be saved permanently. This allows the 802 FS to operate independently from the computer, transforming into different devices with a simple button press in standalone mode.
Package includes:
- Audio interface
- Power cable
- USB cable
- Optical cable
- Manual
