With the AIR 192|8, you can create 24-bit/192kHz studio-quality recordings with an intuitive and easy-to-use audio interface. Boasting an elegant pro-grade metal chassis with a large central volume knob, the AIR 192|8 features our exclusive Crystal™ low-noise pre-amps and pristine A/D converters that deliver the highest audio performance in its class. The AIR 192|8’s flexible inputs enable you to record up to 2 channels at once with its 2 dedicated XLR+¼-inch balanced combo inputs with switchable -10dB mic pad, and 2 all-new ¼-inch instrument inputs that have a specially designed gain and impedance stage to provide the most accurate representation of a guitar or bass plugged directly into the interface.

The (2) ¼-inch and (4) RCA outputs with USB/Direct control, and Direct Mono/Stereo switch provide multiple output options for connecting to outboard gear, DJ mixers, or studio monitors. The headphone output with independent level, USB/Direct, and switchable 1/2 or 3/4 audio stream controls are perfect for discretely listening to a cue mix, sub mix, or main mix. MIDI In and Out connections are included for connecting synths, sequencers and external MIDI gear. The AIR 192|8 connects to your Mac or PC via a standard USB or USB-C port using one of the two included cables. This premium hi-speed USB connection enables you to have zero-latency monitoring of your inputs, making the recording process easier than ever.

Premium Software Suite Included
The AIR 192|8 comes complete with a software package that has everything to get you started. With 2 powerful DAWs to suit your production needs, AIR 192|8 includes Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition, and Ableton Live Lite. Pro Tools is the industry standard for recording software, and we’ve teamed up with Avid to craft a version of this terrific collection specifically tailored to our hardware. This amazing audio and MIDI recording software will inspire you to create, record and share your ideas across the world at any time.

We’ve also added an entire Effects Plugin, Virtual Instruments and Loop package to cater to all your production needs. Whether you need a guitar tone, reverb, or delay we’ve got your effects needs covered with Eleven Lite, the Avid Effect Collection and AIR’s Creative FX Collection. With the included AIR Virtual Instrument plugins (Xpand!2, Mini Grand, Vacuum, BOOM, DB33, Strike), you’ll have a virtual drummer, drum machine, synth, strings, percussion, organ and piano plugins to add world-class-sounding instruments to your songs with ease.

Crystal™ Preamps, Pristine A/D Converters & Premium Components
Our engineers designed the Crystal Preamps to provide you with a transparent, low-noise preamp that guarantees the best sound from your microphones and captures your performance exactly the way you intended. The AIR 192|8 incorporates pristine A/D converters for 24-bit resolution digital audio with explosive dynamic range that captures every nuance and subtlety of the performance. When combined with the class-leading sample rates of up to 192kHz, you can be sure your recordings are completely clear and true to the performance. With layout and component choices that were carefully crafted by our American engineering team, you’re getting the best sound available.

Hear the Performance Now - Not a Second Later
When recording, you want to focus on capturing that perfect moment, and getting the best performance out of your artist and talent. You don’t want to be bogged down by “clicks,” “pops” or latency. The AIR 192|8 not only features a high-speed USB connection for providing the lowest round trip latency (2.59ms*) between your machine and your hardware, but it also features monitor mix control for listening directly to the source inputs, providing you with zerolatency technology.

Features

• 24-bit/192kHz resolution for professional recording and monitoring
• Hi-speed USB circuitry for fastest connection, with class-leading round-trip latency of 2.59ms*
• Transparent Crystal™ preamps and ultra-pristine A/D converters for unsurpassed audio recording quality
• VU LED meters for dialing in the perfect level
• Flexible inputs: (2) XLR+¼-inch TRS combo with -10dB mic pad or ¼-inch instrument inputs
• Use any combination of TRS combo or ¼-inch instrument input on the two channels: (2) TRS, (2) instrument or (1) of each
• MIDI input/output for connecting virtually any external MIDI gear
• Stereo ¼-inch and RCA outs with direct mono/stereo switch
• (2) RCA assignable auxiliary outputs; ¼-inch headphone output with independent source and level controls
• Rugged metal chassis; large central control for easy volume adjustment
• USB/Direct knob for balancing between the input signal and the computer signal
• Software Included – Pro Tools | First, Ableton Live Lite, Eleven Lite, Avid FX Collection & Touch Loops content, plus the Creative FX Collection, Xpand!2, Mini Grand, Vacuum, DB33, Strike & BOOM VIs

Minimum System Requirements

• macOS: 10.8 Class Compliant
• PC: Windows 7, Windows Driver
• Standard USB 2.0 or USB-C Port

Specifications

Mic Inputs 1-2 (balanced XLR)
Frequency Response	20Hz – 20kHz (+/-0.1 dB)
Dynamic Range	104dB (A-weighted)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	104dB (+1.0dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N	0.001% (1kHz, +0.8dBu, -1dBFS)
Preamp EIN	-126dBu (150Ω, unweighted)
Max Input Level	+1.8dBu
Gain Range	60dB

Line Input 1-2 (balanced 1/4" TRS)
Frequency Response	20Hz – 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	101dB (1kHz, +4dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N	0.002% (1kHz, +19.7dBu, -1dBFS)
Max Input Level	+20.7dBu
Dynamic Range	106dB (A-weighted)

Inst Input 1-2 (unbalanced 1/4" TS)
Frequency Response	20Hz – 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Dynamic Range	106dB (A-weighted)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	98dB (+4dBu, A-weighted)
THD+N	0.001% (1kHz, +5.8dBu, -1dBFS)
Max Input Level	+6.8dBu
Input Impedance	~1MΩ
Gain Range	24dB

Main TRS Outputs, 1/L & 2/R (balanced 1/4" TRS)
Frequency Response	20Hz – 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Dynamic Range	109dB (A-weighted)
THD+N	0.003% (1kHz, -1dBFS)
Max Output Level	+13dBu

Main & Aux RCA Outputs 1 - 4 (Unbalanced RCA)
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Dynamic Range	109dB (A-weighted)
THD+N	0.003% (1kHz, -1dBFS)
Max Output	+7dBu

Headphone Outputs (Stereo 1/4" TRS)
Dynamic Range	101dB
THD+N	0.008% (1kHz, -1dBFS, 36mW)
Max Power	36mW (32-ohm load)
Min Impedance	32-ohm