M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
The Fast Track Ultra 8 x 8 audio/MIDI interface delivers high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity, MX Core DSP mixer, and four preamps with award-winning Octane technology.
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Overview
The Fast Track Ultra 8 x 8 audio/MIDI interface takes M-Audio's acclaimed mobile recording line to new heights. High-speed USB 2.0 connectivity lets you record a variety of microphones and instruments on all eight channels simultaneously--with pristine 24-bit/96kHz fidelity. The on-board MX Core DSP mixer provides flexible routing and monitoring, and also lets you add delay and reverb without taxing your computer. Four preamps with award-winning Octane technology provide pristine sound right from the start of the recording path. Fast Track Ultra is compatible with Logic, Logic Express, Garage Band, and other professional audio software.
Features
- High-speed USB 2.0 interface
- Simultaneous 8 x 8 24-bit/96kHz audio
- MX Core DSP routing, mixing, and effects technology
- Four preamps with award-winning M-Audio Octane technology
- Compatible with Logic and other professional audio software
Specifications
- Interface: Hi-Speed USB 2.0
- Preamps: Four XLR microphone inputs, including 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks for mic or instrument level inputs; 20dB pad on each preamp; signal/peak LED lights; phantom power
- Line inputs: Six balanced
- Analog outputs: Six balanced
- Analog inserts: Two
- S/PDIF digital I/O
- Built-in 1 x 1 MIDI interface
- Independent headphone outputs: Two, with individual volume controls
- Power: USB bus (enables analog channels 1 and 2, S/PDIF I/O, and headphone output 1; included power supply required for full 8 x 8 operation)
- Full ASIO 2.0, WDM, MME, and Core Audio support
- Dimensions (DxWxH): 10.04 x 5.51 x 1.57 in./25.5 x 14.0 x 4.0 cm
- Weight: 1.9 lb./0.86 kg
System Requirements
- Mac OS X v10.3.9 or later
- 1GHz or faster processor
- USB 2.0 port
- 512MB RAM
Mfr. Part No.: 9900-52469-00
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Most Useful Reviews
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M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
works just as advertized
Written by NB from London
Jul 18, 2008
I'm not sure about the previous review, but this unit has been working perfectly for me and I've had it for over 1.5months with no issues.
For the price, this is one of the best audio interfaces out there. If you use it on a macbook, then the USB2 port is fully supported: FASTER than the firewire port! Meaning lower latency and better performance. At the moment I am running a midi-controller, two studio monitors, a mic, and my monitoring headphones through this unit.
I installed the most recent drivers (it works the same as before), just in case this is an issue somehow. Check the maudio support section of their website.
->I am running Mac OSX 10.5.4 …More65 of 72 people found this useful
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M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
On the Fast Track to Ultra Frustration
Written by MC from RESTON
Jun 30, 2008
Avoid this unit. Too many issues about drivers and fragility, especially with Max OSX Leopard.
I purchased one two days ago, and it worked great for about one day in my home recording setup. Enough to be really frustrated when it stopped being recognized by my laptop. The way it is designed, if the laptop does not recognize it, it does nothing at all. You can't even use it as a simple mixer. The mic inputs all go dead. It becomes one useless brick. This is where I am right now.
I am sending lots of emails and bug reports in to their support sight, but frankly, I have no confidence that they can make this thing work. It is a product that was rushed into production and shipped before they got the bugs out. They seem to expect their customer base to do their testing for them. I fully expect to have to take it back and exchange it for something with a real track record.
My recommendation: avoid the M-Audio Fast Track Ultra and similar products until you see independent evidence that they work.
When I google M-Audio Fast Track Ultra, I find lots of complaints and absolutely no reports from anyone who says it works well for them -- zero, nada.
That should tell you something.
This review will become just one more of the many negative reports out there in cyberspace. It is a shame, because if this product delivered on what it claims to do it would be one great piece of gear.
As they say in Texas, "Big hat, but no cattle".
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M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
Works perfectly on my Macbook Pro with Leopard
Written by WS from Schwabhausen
Feb 11, 2009
I downloaded the most recent driver, installed it, connected the device and it works perfectly. It sounds brilliant and has extremely low latency.
I would recommend it. …More29 of 35 people found this useful
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Most Recent Reviews
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M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
Works Perfectly
Written by CG from Gatineau
Nov 13, 2009
Worked perfectly out of the box with Garageband and Logic. I use it as my sound device for input and output on a mac mini. Drivers from M-Audio not required. To enable control over the bit rate for recording, you can install the latest drivers. I doesn't stay put for long with all of the wires plugged-in, as it is light and made of plastic. …More
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M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
I've had some problems..
Written by HC from EL DORADO
Aug 6, 2009
but nothing too bad.. when i bought my new mbp last month, it wasn't recognizing the fast track. i had to unplug reinstall and restart everything about 10 times before it started picking up the guitar. other then that, almost two years of no complaints here. it's simple and small. perfect for laptops and garageband. i just hope it keeps preforming well. i went through three mixers before i got to this one, and this one's lasted me the longest. i paid probably a hundred dollars more then the average mixer, but it's definitely worth it. this one will probably be in my collection for awhile. …More
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M-Audio FastTrack Ultra Recording Interface (8-Input)
Works perfectly on my Macbook Pro with Leopard
Written by WS from Schwabhausen
Feb 11, 2009
I downloaded the most recent driver, installed it, connected the device and it works perfectly. It sounds brilliant and has extremely low latency.
I would recommend it. …More29 of 35 people found this useful
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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Do all 8 inputs show up as their own individual track in GarageBand?
- Asked by SO from Ashburn
- Oct 11, 2009
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Do all 8 inputs show up as their own individual track in GarageBand?
- Asked by SO from Ashburn
- Oct 11, 2009
