M-Track QUAD - New - Four-Channel Audio + MIDI USB Interface


Top Features

Four audio inputs > record from multiple sources simultaneously

USB powered Hub > easily add multiple USB devices to your setup

Phantom power plus guitar-level switching > accommodates any audio source

Insert jack on each channel > easily incorporate your favorite effects

Includes Avid® Pro Tools® Express and Ignite > cutting-edge music software for your studio



Full Features


24-bit / 96 kHz (max.) digital audio processing

Zero-latency audio monitoring

4 XLR+1/4" combo inputs accommodate any source

Selectable phantom power available for condenser microphones

Each input includes a Mic/Line or Instrument level switch

4 TRS 1/4" inserts; one per input channel

MIDI In and Out jacks

1/4" balanced outs (1 & 2) with dedicated level control

1/4" balanced outs (3 & 4) with fixed level

Stereo/Mono monitor switch

Headphone out with independent level control

USB connection; powered USB hub with three ports

Power supply included

Includes Avid Pro Tools Express—with iLok USB key

Includes Ignite by AIR music creation software

Size (W x D x H): 13.1" x 3.5" x 6.1"; 333 mm x 89 mm x 156 mm

Weight: 4.2 lbs.; 1.9 kg



Minimum System Requirements (PC)


Pro Tools® Express Minimum System Requirements

Avid-qualified Windows computer (avid.com)

Pro Tools-compatible audio interface

Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate (32- or 64- bit)

2 GB (4 GB recommended)

5 GB hard drive space for Pro Tools Express

1 available USB port for iLok authorization (iLok 2 included)

Compatibility: ASIO (Windows)


Ignite Minimum System Requirements

Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, Ultimate (Service Pack 1), Windows 8, or Windows 8 Pro

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz processor

2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)

4 GB hard drive space

5400 RPM hard drive

Compatibility: ASIO or WASAPI (Windows)


Minimum System Requirements (Mac)


Pro Tools® Express Minimum System Requirements

Avid-qualified Mac computer (avid.com)

Pro Tools-compatible audio interface

Max OS X 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard), Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion)

2 GB (4 GB recommended)

5 GB hard drive space for Pro Tools Express

1 available USB port for iLok authorization (iLok 2 included)

Compatibility: Core Audio (Mac)


Ignite Minimum System Requirements

Mac OS X 10.7.5 (Lion) or 10.8 (Mountain Lion)

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz processor

2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)

4 GB hard drive space

5400 RPM hard drive

Compatibility: Core Audio (Mac)

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Ignite provides a refreshingly original and musician-centric way to craft music. Quickly capture, combine, and arrange your musical ideas. Ignite offers seamless integration with your M-Audio keyboard controller, with no set-up chores to perform. Click here to learn more about Ignite.


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Add a professional edge to your project studio with the M-Track Quad from M-Audio. Four flexible inputs accommodate any source, from phantom-powered microphones to your favorite guitar. Plus, each input comes equipped with its own insert jack for integrating your favorite effects. M-Track Quad provides zero-latency monitoring of the input signal for carefree recording. Four outputs deliver versatile playback options. The front panel also offers a headphone output with dedicated level control. In addition to outstanding audio performance, M-Track Quad also features MIDI in and out jacks. M-Track Quad connects to your computer via USB and also acts as a powered hub with three additional USB ports. Completing this powerful package are two complementary software selections: Avid® Pro Tools® Express and Ignite by AIR. Together, they deliver a comprehensive path for transforming the ideas in your head into a finished piece of music.






On the Four Front

M-Track Quad is equipped with four inputs that provide the best results with any type of audio source. Each offers an XLR input and a balanced 1/4" input. The XLR input is designed to work with microphones or other Lo-Z sources. The phantom power switch delivers 48V to the XLR inputs for use with professional condenser microphones. The 1/4" input can be set to receive a line level signal, or switched to allow an electric guitar or bass to be plugged directly into the M-Track Quad. Individual gain knobs ensure the proper input level.

Inserts

Each input channel is also equipped with an insert jack, a professional addition not often found in this class of interface. The insert jack allows studio-grade effects to be used with any input source as you record.

Improved Monitoring for Better Recordings

M-Track Quad offers ultra-low latency monitoring of the input signal—either through the speakers or via headphones. The monitor mix knob adjusts the balance between the direct inputs and the playback from your computer software. In addition, the input signal(s) can be monitored in stereo or mono using the convenient Stereo/Mono switch. This makes it easy to record new parts or add parts to an existing composition. The Headphone output offers its own level control.

MIDI Matters

In addition to the two audio channels, M-Track Quad also supports 16 channels of MIDI data and timing information. The MIDI In and MIDI out jacks are compatible with all MIDI equipment.

USB Central

M-Track Quad uses a single USB cable to create a two-way audio and MIDI connection with your computer. Best of all, the M-Track Quad also serves as a powered USB Hub. Connect your USB controller keyboard, pad controller, and other USB devices directly to your M-Track Quad for a convenient, single cable computer connection.


Software Synergy

Your M-Track Quad interface comes complete with both Avid Pro Tools Express and Ignite from AIR Music Technology (downloadable below). These two programs can work alone or together to help you realize your musical dreams. Capture and arrange your ideas using Ignite, then use those tracks as the foundation for your professional production with Pro Tools Express.

Pro Tools Express



Compose, record, edit, and mix using the tools the professionals use. Pro Tools Express starts with 16 simultaneous stereo or mono audio tracks. Add in the popular Boom, Xpand!2, and Structure Free player virtual instruments from AIR Music Technology—all included. Finish off with dozens of high-powered effect plug-ins, including the in-demand AIR effects. Plus, Pro Tools Express offers session file compatibility with the entire Pro Tools family, so you can take your tracks to the finest studios around the world. Pro Tools Express includes an iLok 2 USB key—a $49.99 retail value.

Ignite

Ignite

Ignite provides a refreshingly original and musician-centric way to quickly capture, combine, and arrange your musical ideas. The intuitive graphic interface encourages you to experiment and explore new directions. Smart MIDI Chord and Phrase Players empower your ideas and bring them to life through over 275 superior instrument sounds created by AIR Music Technology. When you’re ready to collaborate with other musicians or take your ideas to the next level, you can share them through SoundCloud, or export your WAV and MIDI files and import them into Pro Tools—or any DAW software. Best of all, Ignite offers seamless integration with your M-Audio keyboard controller, with no set-up chores to perform.

Click here to learn more about Ignite.

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Ignite offers a new musician-based workflow that empowers your ideas and brings them to life. Click here to learn more about Ignite.