The M-Audio AIR 192|14 is a professional-grade 8-in/4-out USB audio/MIDI interface designed for musicians, producers, and home studio engineers who demand studio-quality recordings and flexible connectivity. Featuring 24-bit/192kHz resolution, ultra-low latency, and transparent preamps, this interface delivers pristine audio for recording, monitoring, and performance.
Key Features
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High-Resolution Audio – 24-bit/192kHz converters capture every nuance of your instruments and vocals with crystal-clear fidelity.
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Transparent Crystal™ Preamps – Four XLR+1/4" combo inputs provide pristine, low-noise audio capture for microphones, guitars, and basses.
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Instrument and Line-Level Inputs – Two 1/4" instrument inputs with optimized gain and impedance, plus two 1/4" line inputs for synthesizers and other gear.
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Comprehensive Output Options – Stereo 1/4" main outputs with mono/stereo switch, two assignable 1/4" auxiliary outputs, and two independent headphone outputs.
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Low-Latency USB Connectivity – High-speed USB ensures fast, responsive connection with class-leading round-trip latency.
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MIDI Input and Output – Connect your external MIDI devices such as controllers, drum machines, and sequencers.
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Intuitive Control – Large central volume knob, USB/direct balance knob, and VU LED meters for precise monitoring and level adjustments.
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Rugged Design – Durable metal chassis built for studio and mobile recording environments.
Software Bundle
The AIR 192|14 comes with a complete software package to get you started immediately:
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Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition – Professional DAW for recording, editing, and mixing.
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Ableton Live Lite – Flexible production software for music creation, performance, and arrangement.
Whether you’re recording vocals, guitars, keyboards, or MIDI instruments, the M-Audio AIR 192|14 provides all the connections, software, and pristine audio quality you need to take your productions to the next level.
General Specifications
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Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
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Power Adapter: 12 VAC, 2 A, center-positive
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Dimensions (WxDxH): 10.2" × 7.3" × 3.6" (259 × 185 × 91 mm)
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Weight: 3.9 lbs (1.8 kg)
Microphone Inputs (1–4, balanced XLR)
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Dynamic Range: 113 dB (A-weighted)
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THD+N: 0.003%
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Preamp EIN:
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-137 dBu (40 Ω source, A-weighted)
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-129 dBu (150 Ω source, unweighted)
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Max Input Level: +14 dBu
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Gain Range: 62 dB
Line Inputs (1–4, balanced 1/4" TRS)
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Dynamic Range: 113 dB (A-weighted)
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THD+N: 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
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Max Input Level: +30 dBu
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Gain Range: 61 dB
Instrument Inputs (5–6, unbalanced 1/4" TS)
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Dynamic Range: 110 dB (A-weighted)
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THD+N: 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
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Max Input Level: +16 dBu
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Input Impedance: ~1 MΩ
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Gain Range: 59 dB
Fixed Line Inputs (7–8, balanced 1/4" TRS)
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Dynamic Range: 113 dB (A-weighted)
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THD+N: 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
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Max Input Level: +17 dBu
Line Outputs
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Outputs 1–2 (balanced 1/4" TRS)
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Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted)
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THD+N: 0.002% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
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Max Output Level: +17 dBu
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Fixed Outputs 3–4 (balanced 1/4" TRS)
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Dynamic Range: 113 dB (A-weighted)
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THD+N: 0.002% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
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Max Output Level: +17 dBu
Headphone Outputs (stereo 1/4")
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Dynamic Range: 111 dB (A-weighted, 32 Ω load)
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THD+N: 0.002% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, 10 mW/channel into 32 Ω load)
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Max Power Delivered: 160 mW (<1% THD, 32 Ω load)
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Max Output Level: +15 dBu (unloaded)
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Impedance Range: 32 Ω – 600 Ω
