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Product Overview
The new FW-1082 is an all-in-one solution for your computer-based digital audio workstation
system. Its integrated design incorporates a high resolution professional multi-channel audio
interface and integrated zero-latency input monitor mixer, a 2 x 2 MIDI interface, and a highly
programmable, ergonomically designed control surface for your audio software.
The FW-1082 is designed to be the nerve center of your digital audio environment. Its versatile
control surface features nine touch-sensitive motorized faders, transport and multi-function
controls for direct, immediate communication between your audio software and you. Its full
complement of analog mic and line inputs and S/PDIF inputs and outputs provides a high
resolution, 24-bit audio front end for input and output of your digital audio workstation. Its
integrated free-standing mixer provides the connectivity you need for your entire studio, and it
connects to your Windows or MacOS computer with a single FireWire connection.
Your experience with the FW-1082 will be greatly enhanced by a good working knowledge of
your audio software.
Main Features
Control Surface
z 9 x 60mm touch-sensitive motorized faders (8 for channel and 1 for master)
z REC, SEL, SOLO, and MUTE control on each channel
z 4 encoders for EQ, PAN, SEND level control
z 3 control surface modes
- COMPUTER: DAW control mode
- MIDI CTRL: MIDI controller mode (with 4 BANKs)
- MONI MIX: Input monitor or stand-alone mixer mode
z Selectable monitoring source
- COMPUTER: DAW output
- INPUTS: FW-1082s analog and S/PDIF inputs
- BOTH: Both DAW and FW-1082s Inputs
z 4 function keys (8 functions in total can be controlled with SHIFT key)
z Transport control with Jog/Shuttle dial, locate keys, and IN & OUT keys
z Cursor keys (up, down, left, and right)
z Compatible with a wide variety of popular DAW applications
z Mackie Control Emulation
z HUI Emulation
Audio-MIDI Interface
z Audio I/O: 10 inputs and 2 outputs
z 24 bit resolution
z 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz sampling frequency
z 4 XLR Mic inputs with 48V Phantom power
z 8 TRS Line inputs (Guitar input is available on channel 8)
z 2 TRS Inserts for channel 1 & 2
z Trim control with OL & SIGNAL indicators on each analog input
z 2 analog TRS balanced line outputs
z 1 coaxial S/PDIF digital Input
z 1 coaxial S/PDIF digital output
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z 2 MIDI inputs
z 2 MIDI outputs
z 2 virtual MIDI outputs transmitted through the FireWire cable to the computer
z Headphone output (1/4 stereo connector)
General
z 2 x IEEE1394 6pin connectors
z ASIO 2.0, WDM, GSIF2 (audio) and MME (MIDI) compatibility for Windows 2000 /
XP
z Core Audio and Core MIDI compatibility for Mac OS X
z Foot SW Input (1/4 TRS connector)
z Steinberg Cubase LE is bundled
z Giga light version is bundled
Specifications
Analog I/O
MIC input 1-4 (Balanced)
Connector: XLR x 4 (1: GND, 2: Hot, 3: Cold)
Input impedance: 2.2kohm
Adjustable Input range: -56dBu (TRIM max) to -2dBu (TRIM min)
Maximum gain: +54dB
Phantom power: Switchable +48V
LINE input 1-8 (Balanced)
Connector: 1/4 inch TRS jack x 8
Input impedance: 10kohm at LINE/MIC
1Mohm at GUITAR (LINE Input: 8 Switchable)
Adjustable input range: (channels 1-4) -42dBu (TRIM max) to +12dBu (TRIM min.)
Adjustable input range: (channels 5-8) -43dBu (TRIM max) to +4dBu (TRIM min.)
Maximum gain: +54dB (channels 1-4), +47dB (channels 5-8)
INSERT 1-2 (Unbalanced)
Connector: 1/4 TRS x 2(Tip: SEND, Ring: RETURN, Sleeve: GND)
Send
Impedance: 100ohm
Normal level: -2dBu
Maximum level: +14dBu
Return
Impedance: 10kohm
Normal level: -2dBu
Maximum level: +14dBu
Analog MONITOR (BAL) output
Connector: 1/4 TRS balanced jack x 2
Output impedance: 100ohm
Nominal output level: +4dBu
Maximum output level: +20dBu
Phones output (Stereo)
Connector: 1/4 stereo jack x 1
