Focusrite Saffire PRO 40
20 in / 20 out Firewire Audio Interface

The Focusrite Saffire PRO 40 represents the new generation of Focusrite multi-channel firewire audio interfaces. It is the best sounding interface in its class; attentively designed with today's project studio in mind.

Focusrite's unparalleled pre-amp legacy forms the foundation of this new interface, with eight award-winning Focusrite pre-amps. These are combined with the very latest in firewire interfacing technology to deliver seamless integration, excellent routing flexibility and future-proof, rock-solid driver stability.

With Saffire PRO 40, sonic integrity reigns supreme. The eight Focusrite pre-amps ensure low noise and distortion, whilst quality digital conversion and JetPLL jitter elimination technology ensure pristine audio quality as your audio flows between the analogue and digital domains.

Alongside the eight Focusrite pre-amps are a host of I/O options; 10 analogue outputs, ADAT I/O, stereo SPDIF I/O and 2 virtual 'loopback' inputs for routing digital audio between software applications. Every channel features phantom power, with the first two channels also featuring -9dB pads for additional headroom. Front panel 5-LED metering for each analogue input offers accurate viewing of levels.

Saffire PRO 40 comes with the Focusrite plug-in suite. All-new Focusrite Compression, Reverb, Gating and EQ VST/AU plug-ins provide a significant upgrade from standard sequencer effects, bringing a touch of class to your session. Focusrite's established Xcite+ bundle is also included. The bundle includes Ableton Live Lite, Novation's Bass Station soft synth and over 1 gig of royalty-free samples.

Saffire PRO 40 Control, the zero-latency 18x16 DSP Mixer/Router software provided with Saffire PRO 40, sets a new standard at this price point for audio interface control. It features unparalleled output routing and monitoring, as well as intuitive one-click solutions, a clear and concise  mixing layout and large on-screen metering for inputs, outputs and submixes.

Two independent headphone buses are provided, each with their own level controls available on the front panel. A dedicated stereo monitor mix output features pads for improved sound quality when connected to active monitor speakers. An 'anti-thump' circuit protects your monitor speakers from spikes when booting up or shutting down. Front panel controls include a main monitor dial with dim and mute switches, all of which fully integrate with customisable software to cover every possible monitoring need, providing a set of controls for any set-up from basic stereo to full 7.1 surround.

Features

• Eight High Quality Award-winning Focusrite Pre-amps
  The best sounding interface in its class. Focusrite's unparalleled pre-amp legacy forms the foundation of this new interface, with eight award-winning Focusrite pre-amps.
• High Quality 24-bit/96kHz Firewire Interface
  Features high quality A-D/D-A conversion and JetPLL jitter elimination technology; pristine audio quality and reliable synchronisation are guaranteed.
• Total I/O Count of 20 Inputs and 20 Outputs
  A host of I/O options are provided, including a unique loop-back facility for routing audio between software applications via Saffire PRO 40 Control.
• The Focusrite Plug-in Suite
  Upgrade your standard sequencer effects and bring a touch of class to your session with all-new Focusrite Compression, Reverb, Gating and EQ VST/AU plug-ins.
• Two separate headphone buses
  Two artists can receive independent and fully customized monitor mixes. Each output has an independent level control available on the front panel.
• Saffire PRO 40 Control Zero-latency DSP Mixer/Router
  Routing flexibility and intuitive one-click set-up solutions; Saffire PRO 40 Control provides an 18 x 16 DSP mixer with excellent output routing and monitoring capabilities.
• Unmatched routing flexibility
  Saffire PRO 40 is the most flexible interface in its class, able to adapt to any recording session quickly and intuitively. The user is able to route any input signal or DAW output, or a mix of both, to any of the 20 outputs.

System Requirements, Windows

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP SP2 (32 bit and 64 bit), Windows Vista (32 bit and 64 bit) and Windows 7 (32 bit and 64 bit) 
• CPU/Clock: 900MHz AMD or Pentium (1.5 GHz or higher recommended)
• Memory (RAM): 512 MB (more recommended)

System Requirements, Apple Mac

• Operating System: OSX (10.7, 10.6, 10.5 and 10.4)
    -  Note: Compatible with 10.4.11 when using Saffire Mix Control 1.8 
• CPU/Clock: PowerPC G4/Dual 1 GHz or faster or any Intel-based Mac
• Memory (RAM): 512 MB (more recommended)

Performance Specifications

• Microphone Inputs
  Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB
  THD+N: 0.001% (measured at 1kHz with a 20Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
  Noise: EIN >125dB (128dB analogue to digital) measured at 60dB of gain with 150 ohm termination (20Hz/20kHz bandpass filter)
• Line Input
  Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB
  THD+N: <0.001% (measured with 0dBFS input and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
  Noise: -90dBu (22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
• Instrument Inputs
  Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/-0.1dB
  THD+N: <0.004% (measured with 0dBu input and 20Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
  Noise: -87dBu (20Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
• Conversion Performance
  Dynamic Range = 110dB (A-weighted)
  Clock Jitter: 250 picoseconds
  THD+N AMPL = -109dBFS 'A' weighted

Front and Rear Connectivity

• Analogue Channel Inputs (Inputs 1-8)
  2 Mic/Line/Inst Combo XLR (Inputs 1 and 2)
  6 Mic/Line Combo XLR (Inputs 3-8)
  Automatic switching of Mic/Line (e.g. inserting a jack switches from Mic to either Line or Instrument)
• Digital Channel Inputs (Inputs 9-18) 44.1-96kHz
  Stereo S/PDIF output on RCA
  8 ADAT outputs on Optical Connector, reduces to 4 outputs at 88.2/96kHz
  Optical output can be switched to S/PDIF 3/4 in software preferences (ADAT disabled)
• Other I/O
  2 6-pin Firewire sockets
  2 Standard 5-pin DIN MIDI connectors: In and Out
  IEC mains power input connector
• Weight and Dimensions
  6.6 lbs
  13.8" (W) x 1.8" (H) x 9.3" (D)

NOTE: All of Focusrite's FireWire interfaces are fully compatible with Thunderbolt using a simple FireWire to Thunderbolt adapter. Focusrite fully supports the use of Thunderbolt with their FireWire interfaces.