PreSonus Quantum 2626: 26x26 Thunderbolt 3 Ultralow-Latency Audio Interface
Features
- 26 x 26 I/O Digital Audio Interface.
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz, 115 dB Dynamic Range.
- 8 x XLR/1/4" Inputs with XMAX Preamps.
- 18 I/O via S/PDIF & ADAT.
- 10 x 1/4" Line Outputs.
Description
The PreSonus Quantum 2626: 26x26 Thunderbolt 3 Ultralow-Latency Audio Interface is a professional ultra-low-latency audio interface that provides up to 26 inputs and 26 outputs of combined analogue and digital connections. The unit’s convertors allow for low-latency recording as well as dynamic ranges of 115 dB on both AD (analogue to digital) and DA (digital to analogue) conversions. Furthermore, the Quantum 2626 captures audio at 24-bit resolution, achieving sample rates up to 192 kHz.
For analogue I/O, the Quantum 2626 provides a complement of eight inputs and eight outputs. Microphone inputs are PreSonus recallable XMAX preamps and include eight combo XLR-1/4" XLR jacks for instruments (channel 1-2), mic-level (channels 1-8), or line-level (1-8) signals, as well as two 1/4" preamp outputs and two 1/4" line returns. The output section includes eight 1/4" TRS outputs, two 1/4" main outputs, and a two headphone jacks, each with dedicated volume controls.
The digital I/O includes two banks of optical ADAT I/O as well as S/PDIF connections, bringing the grand total of ins and outs to 26x26. You'll find that the unit sports BNC wordclock connections, facilitating wordclock sync with other pieces of gear in your studio such as a master clock. The 5-pin DIN MIDI I/O lets you connect your MIDI controller and send MIDI signals. There are eight LEDs for each channel, which indicate signal presence and clipping. The Quantum 2626 is powered by the included 12 VDC power supply and ships with PreSonus Studio One Artists and the Studio Magic Plug-In Suite.
Key Features:
- 26 x 26 Thunderbolt 3 ultralow-latency audio interface
- <1 ms roundtrip latency; record direct to DAW with your favourite plug-ins engaged
- 24-bit / 192 kHz operation with high-quality 115 dB A/D/A convertors
- Flexible Connectivity
- Simultaneous I/O up to 26 inputs / 26 outputs (at 44.1 or 48 kHz)
- 8 pristine XMAX preamps
- 2 instrument Inputs
- 8 balanced line inputs
- Dual headphone outputs with independent level control
- Balanced stereo main outputs with independent level control
- 8 DC-coupled balanced line outputs
- 2 preamp direct outputs with returns to insert outboard gear
- Main output level control
- Balanced stereo main output (TRS)
- Eight balanced line outputs (TRS (outs 1 & 2 share a DAC with the main output))
- Two preamp outputs (channels 1 & 2)
Specifications
Interface | |
Channels of I/O | Thunderbolt: 26 Inputs / 26 Outputs at 44.1 kHz 26 Inputs / 26 Outputs at 48 kHz |
Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Display and Indicators | 8 x LEDs (Clip, Signal) |
Connectivity | |
Host Connection | 1 x Thunderbolt (MDP) (Thunderbolt 3) |
Analogue I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 6 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input 8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output 2 x 1/4" Insert Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input |
Digital I/O | 2 x TOSLINK / ADAT (I/O) Input 2 x TOSLINK / ADAT (I/O) Output 2 x RCA Coaxial / S/PDIF (I/O) In/Out 2 x BNC (Word Clock) In/Out |
MIDI I/O | 1 x 5-Pin MIDI In 1 x 5-Pin MIDI Out |
Performance | |
Frequency Response | Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dB (at 48 kHz) Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) Mic Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.15 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) |
Gain Range | Hi-Z Inputs: 60 dB Mic Inputs: 60 dB |
Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: +10 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: +15 dBu (Min Gain, Unbalanced) Line Inputs: +18 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) |
Max Output Level | Monitor/Line Outputs: +18 dBu (Balanced) |
Headphone Output Power | 175 mW per Channel into 56 Ohms |
Dynamic Range | A/D Convertors: 115 dBA D/A Convertors: 115 dBA Outputs: 118 dBA Hi-Z Inputs: 106 dBA Line Inputs: 118 dBA Line Inputs: 118 dBA Line Outputs: 118 dBA Mic Inputs: 110 dBA |
Impedance | Headphone Outputs: 16 to 300 Ohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms Line Outputs: 51 Ohms Mic Inputs: 1.6 Kilohms Monitor Outputs: 51 Ohms |
THD | Hi-Z Inputs: < 0.005% Line Inputs: < 0.005% Line Outputs: < 0.0035% Mic Inputs: < 0.005% Line Outputs: < 0.0035% Headphone Outputs: < 0.03% |
Crosstalk | Inputs: <-110 dB Interface: <-120 dB Outputs: <-115 dB |
Digital Audio | |
Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz |
Bit Depth | 24-Bit |
Latency | <1 ms at 1 kHz |
Sync Sources | Word Clock |
Compatibility | |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.11.6 or Later Windows 10 or Later |
Processor Requirement | Intel Core i5 |
RAM Requirements | 4 GB (8 GB Recommended) |
Storage Requirements | 30 GB |
Minimum Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
Required Hardware | Available Thunderbolt 3 Port |
Power | |
Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 VDC at 5 A (Included) |
Physical | |
Rackmount Size | 1 RU (with Included Hardware) |
Dimensions | 19 x 7 x 1.75" / 48.26 x 17.78 x 4.45 cm |
Weight | 6.0 lb / 2.7 kg |
In The Box
- PreSonus Quantum 2626: 26x26 Thunderbolt 3 Ultralow-Latency Audio Interface.
- Power Supply.
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Details
- Product: PreSonus Quantum 2626: 26x26 Thunderbolt 3 Ultralow-Latency Audio Interface
- Manufacturer: Presonus
- Model: Quantum 2626
- SKU: QUANTUM 2626
- RM Product #: 70440