PreSonus Quantum HD 2 Audio Interface

Full Description

Revolutionary mic preamps

The PreSonus Quantum HD 2 introduces two MAX-HD mic preamps, offering +75 dB of gain. This upgrade translates to a clearer, more detailed recording of vocals and instruments. These preamps ensure low noise and exceptional clarity, essential for capturing nuanced performances. The advanced design promotes purity of sound, making these preamps a standout feature for serious recording artists.

Partnered with Fender

This audio interface elevates the standard for guitar and bass recordings through its inputs, developed alongside Fender's renowned engineers. This collaboration has resulted in inputs that preserve the natural tone and resonance of your instrument, enhancing both recordings and live performances. Whether laying down a bass groove or capturing a guitar riff, the quality is unmatched.

Auto Gain control

Forget manual adjustments and focus on your performance with the Quantum HD 2's Auto Gain feature. By simply pressing a button, the interface automatically calculates and sets the optimal gain for your microphones and instruments. This feature is a game-changer for both novice and experienced users, ensuring consistent, high-quality recordings without the hassle.

Flexible re-amping options

The re-amp outputs on the Quantum HD 2 provide a playground for sonic exploration. Directly route your DAW's audio to your guitar or bass amp, then re-record to experiment with various amp settings, pedal effects, and microphone positions. This capability allows musicians to refine their sound and discover unique tonal combinations, making it an invaluable tool for creative sound design.

Features

• 20 x 24 channel, 32-bit 192 kHz USB-C audio interface
• High-performance converters with 124 dB dynamic range for superior audio clarity and fidelity
• Custom low-latency driver for exceptionally low audio latencies during recording
• Two next-generation PreSonus MAX-HD preamps offering transparency, accuracy, and up to +75 dB of gain
• Discreet phantom power for consistent, full power to microphones, enhancing performance with high-quality studio mics
• Two re-amp outputs for sending audio from your DAW to outboard gear for experimentation with amps, pedals, and mic placement
• Integrated control with Studio One and the Universal Control app, allowing remote preamp gain adjustment, phantom power toggling, and channel settings
• Full-colour, high-resolution screen for monitoring input and output levels, complemented by an illuminated push encoder for channel and output settings
• 16 channels of ADAT Optical input (up to 48 kHz) plus stereo S/PDIF I/O for easy digital gear connection
• Two balanced 1/4-inch TRS main outputs, two balanced 1/4-inch TRS line outputs, and one high-power headphone output for flexible monitoring options, including built-in speaker switching for mix checks on multiple studio monitors

Specifications

• Analog I/O

• Inputs
  • Microphone (CH 1 - 2):
    • Connector Type: 2x Combo-style, XLR / TRS
    • Max Input: +18 dBu (balanced, minimum gain)
    • Gain Range: 0 dB to +75 dB
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 116 dB (A-weighted, minimum gain)
    • THD + N: 0.002 (1 kHz, minimum gain)
    • EIN: -130 dBu (max gain, 150 Ohms, 20 kHz BW, A-weighted)
    • Input Impedance: 1600 Ohms
  • Line In (CH 1 - 2):
    • Connector Type: 2x Combo-style, XLR / TRS
    • Max input level: +18 dBu (balanced, minimum gain)
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 118 dB (A-weighted, minimum gain)
    • THD + N: 0.001 (1 kHz, minimum gain)
    • Input Impedance: 10K Ohms
    • Digital Trim: -10 to +10 dB
  • Instrument In (Ch 1 - 2):
    • Connector Type: 2 x 1/4-inch Female
    • Gain Range: -7 dB to +68 dB
    • Max input level: +21 dBu (unbalanced, minimum gain)
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 111 dB (A-weighted, minimum gain)
    • THD + N: 0.003 (1 kHz, minimum gain)
    • Input Impedance: 1M Ohms
• Outputs
  • Main Out (CH 1 - 2):
    • Connector Type: 2x 1/4-inch Female, TRS
    • Max Output Level: +18 dBu (Balanced)
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 123 dB (A-weighted)
    • THD + N: 0.001 (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
    • Output Impedance: 51 Ohms
    • Trim Range: -inf dB to 0 dB
  • Line Out (Ch 3 - 4):
    • Connector Type: 2x 1/4-inch Female, TRS
    • Max Output Level: +18 dBu (Balanced)
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 123 dB (A-weighted)
    • THD + N: 0.001 (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
    • Output Impedance: 51 Ohms
    • Trim Range: -inf dB to 0 dB
  • Re-Amp Out (Ch 5 - 6):
    • Connector Type: 2x 1/4-inch Female, TRS
    • Max Output Level: +4 dBu (Balanced)
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.3 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 117 dB (A-weighted)
    • THD + N: 0.001 (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
    • Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
    • Trim Range: -inf dB to 0 dB
  • Headphone Out:
    • Connector Type: 1x 1/4-inch Female, TRS Stereo
    • Max Output Level: 11 dBu (50 Ohms)
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.3 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz)
    • Dynamic Range: 118 dB (A-weighted)
    • THD + N: 0.001 (1 kHz)
    • Output Impedance: 33 Ohms
    • Trim Range: -inf dB to 0 dB