Equipped with the latest 192 kHz AD- and DA-converters and 2 reference class microphone preamps the bus-powered Babyface delivers top sound in a nicely designed and attractively shaped enclosure. The Babyface uses the USB 2.0 high-speed bus and has been uncompromisingly optimized for highest performance under Windows and Mac OS.

The Babyface combines excellent analog circuit design with AD/DA converter chips of the latest generation. On top RME's famous SteadyClock ensures an AD- and DA-conversion of the highest reference quality. Both digitally controlled preamps provide individually switchable 48V phantom power. The extremely low THD+N values let these preamps surpass those of other devices that cost several times the price of the Babyface.

Both digitally controlled preamps provide individually switchable 48V phantom power. A gain of up to 65 dB, adjustable in steps of 1 dB over a range of 55 dB, exceptional EIN performance even at low amplification settings, and extremely low THD+N values let these preamps surpass those of other devices that cost several times the price of the Babyface. All level settings are 100% recallable by the setup software and can be comfortably adjusted.

Full Mobility
The ultra-portable Babyface allows a bus-powered operation via two USB connectors (USB power cable included). This turns the Babyface into the perfect partner for mobile recording of live performances, composing sessions in a park or coffee shop, or just wherever you go. Even if you just see it as a good looking HI-FI music player or home studio companion - it will work perfectly on your desktop or notebook computer.

Multi-Format
The incredible feature set includes an optical I/O, usable as ADAT port with SMUX support or SPDIF for sessions at up to 192 kHz. In combination with an ADAT converter the Babyface provides an incredible amount of 10 analog input and 12 output channels. The additional headphone output, driven from an extra DA converter, provides full 192 kHz sound experience, and is available not only directly at the unit but also on the breakout cable. Directly plug in your guitar or other instruments by switching one input to Hi-Z input mode.

The next generation of TotalMix delivers hardware mixing/routing with lots of new features and a highly improved usability. The unbeaten DSP mixer now not only matches features of high-end digital consoles but even adds effects like a 3-band parametric equalizer, reverb and echo to the mix.

MIDI I/O
The integrated MIDI I/O completes the list of features and turns the Babyface into a creative audio system of universal usability. Do what you want, wherever you want!

Perfect Control
With one main control knob and two single buttons the elegant Babyface acts as a perfectly designed direct desktop control for all typical studio tasks: volume control, reference volume store and recall, volume dim, input selection/switching, input gain control quick and easy access to all functions has been a major point during design and development. The LED bars serve as both level meter and gain meters, visually supporting the precise control of all inputs, outputs and headphone levels directly at the interface.

TotalMix FX
The next generation of TotalMix delivers hardware mixing/routing with lots of new features and a highly improved usability. The unbeaten DSP mixer now not only matches features of high-end digital consoles but even adds effects like a 3-band parametric equalizer, reverb and echo. The DSP-based hardware calculates RMS and Peak levels for all channels without causing any CPU load.

USB Made by RME
The Babyface provides RME's unmatched USB technology for revolutionary ultra-low latencies on Mac and PC. Under both Operating Systems the available latencies are simply sensational and provide an exceptional performance.

Babyface Features
Sample rates up to 192 kHz on all I/Os (including two ADAT channels via SMUX4)
Two digitally controlled microphone preamps in high-end quality
Two balanced universal inputs for line and instrument signals
SteadyClock for maximum jitter suppression and clock refresh
Direct operation with rotary encoder and keys
TotalMix FX: Newly developed internal DSP high-end mixer
Full mobility by bus powered operation
DIGICheck, RME's unique meter and analysis tool
Peak and RMS hardware-calculated for all channels

22-Channel 192 kHz multi-format ultra-mobile USB audio interface
10-Input / 12-Output channels
2 Analog I/O with mic pres, line and mic level, balanced or unbalanced
1 Channel alternatively usable as Hi-Z input
1 ADAT I/O or 1 x SPDIF I/O optical
1 Phones Out (separate DA conversion)
1 MIDI I/O
Supports Bus-powered operation

Specifications Rear Connectors
The Babyface has two optical I/Os and a 15-pin D-sub connector. The breakout cable - connected directly or via a special extension cable - offers the following connections:

4 x XLR balanced (Analog I/O)
1 x 1/4" TRS (Phones/Analog Out 3+4)
2 x DIN (MIDI I/O)

System Requirements
Windows Vista/7/XP SP2 (32 & 64-bit)
Apple Mac OS X 10.5+ (Core Audio)