{"product_id":"rme-babyface-pro-fs","title":"RME Babyface Pro FS USB Audio Interface","description":"[custom_html]\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__brand\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/1001\/files\/brand_rme.png?v=1767367098\" alt=\"\" width=\"130\" height=\"58\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__text\"\u003e12-in\/12-out, 24-bit\/192kHz, USB 2.0 Audio Interface with 2 Preamps, Digital I\/O, MIDI, Metering, DSP, and Plug-in Bundle - macOS\/Windows\/iOS\u003c\/div\u003e\n[\/custom_html][video]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=hGWteLSrPDw[\/video]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSleek Desktop Interface with Femtosecond Clock\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe RME Babyface Pro FS is a powerful yet highly portable, bus-powered USB audio interface housed in a rugged, low-profile aluminum chassis. Its clean desktop design offers intuitive control while delivering reference-quality recording through two digitally controlled microphone preamps and comprehensive analog, digital, and MIDI connectivity for seamless studio integration.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCompact 12-in\/12-out Powerhouse\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nDespite its compact size, the Babyface Pro FS provides a full 12-in\/12-out configuration, including mic\/line\/instrument inputs, balanced line outputs, ADAT\/SPDIF I\/O, MIDI connectivity, and dual headphone outputs. Clear onboard metering with peak and RMS calculation ensures precise level control, all while maintaining a simple and elegant desktop footprint.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eUltra-Stable SteadyClock FS Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nFeaturing the same SteadyClock FS circuit found in RME’s flagship ADI-2 Pro, the Babyface Pro FS achieves extraordinarily low self-jitter, measured in femtoseconds. An upgraded analog PLL circuit and low-phase-noise quartz crystal provide ultra-stable clocking that exceeds typical PLL performance, delivering exceptional clarity and accuracy across all sample rates.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTotalMix FX and Expanded Performance Enhancements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nRME’s TotalMix FX engine supplies a fully flexible 288-channel mixer with 46-bit internal resolution, offering latency-free monitoring, EQ, low-cut filtering, reverb, and echo. Additional hardware refinements include improved signal-to-noise ratios, reduced distortion, increased headphone output power, lower output impedance, and reduced latency, all achieved without increasing power consumption. The Babyface Pro FS also includes a premium plug-in bundle and both USB-2 and USB-C cables for immediate professional use.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat RME Says...\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision Engineering and Build Quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision-milled aluminum housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-profile, rugged desktop design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimized mechanical stability for mobile and studio use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Babyface Pro FS is crafted from a solid block of aluminum, reflecting RME’s uncompromising approach to mechanical precision and durability. Its robust yet compact housing ensures long-term reliability while maintaining a clean, professional desktop footprint ideal for both studio and mobile recording environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEnhanced Analog and Digital Circuitry\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNewly redesigned analog and digital circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo compromise in level, noise, or distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnergy-efficient design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nRME has refined every stage of the Babyface Pro FS signal path, delivering improved audio fidelity without increasing power consumption. These circuit enhancements result in superior clarity, dynamic range, and consistency across all inputs and outputs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Output Level Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e+19 \/ +4 dBu output level switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved signal-to-noise ratio for sensitive monitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduced risk of overload and distortion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe rear-mounted +19 \/ +4 dBu switch provides a direct way to optimize output levels for active monitors. This feature improves SNR, avoids clipping, and allows TotalMix FX faders to remain near unity gain for optimal resolution.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSteadyClock FS Digital Clocking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull SteadyClock FS circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFemtosecond-level jitter performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExceptional jitter immunity in all clock modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nBorrowed from the ADI-2 Pro FS, SteadyClock FS technology delivers reference-class digital clocking. This ensures maximum timing accuracy, improved stereo imaging, and pristine digital-to-analog conversion across all sample rates.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh-Power, High-Fidelity Headphone Outputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual headphone outputs (TRS and 3.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUp to 90 mW output power\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUltra-low 0.1 ohm output impedance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Babyface Pro FS features independent driver stages for each headphone output, ensuring optimal performance with both low- and high-impedance headphones. Improved THD performance and ADI-2 Pro-grade op-amps deliver pristine monitoring quality.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eImproved Mic and Line Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDigitally controlled mic preamps with 76 dB gain range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRelay-driven PAD for overload protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved SNR and reduced THD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nTwo high-performance microphone preamps provide individually switchable 48V phantom power and 1 dB gain steps. Enhanced EIN performance and improved line input specifications ensure clean, detailed capture for microphones, instruments, and line-level sources.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eComprehensive Connectivity and Expansion\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eADAT \/ SPDIF optical I\/O with SMUX support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstrument, line, and Hi-Z inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMIDI I\/O via included breakout cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nDespite its compact size, the Babyface Pro FS offers extensive connectivity. Optical I\/O enables up to 12 inputs and 12 outputs with an external converter, while flexible analog and MIDI connections make it suitable for studio and live multitrack setups.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTotalMix FX and RME Driver Stability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotalMix FX real-time DSP mixer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLatency-free EQ, reverb, and echo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustry-leading USB driver stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nTotalMix FX provides unmatched routing flexibility with independent submixes, Control Room functions, and onboard DSP processing. Combined with RME’s legendary USB drivers and ongoing software support, the Babyface Pro FS delivers rock-solid performance on both Mac and Windows systems.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n[tabs] [tab title=\"FEATURES\"]\n\u003ch4\u003eRME Babyface Pro FS Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12-in\/12-out portable USB 2.0 audio interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged, low-profile housing delivers a clean look with deep hands-on control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo digitally controlled microphone preamps enable reference-quality recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAmple analog, digital, and MIDI connectivity for seamless studio integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteadyClock femtosecond technology provides ultra-stable clocking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSignificantly improved performance over its predecessor through advanced design updates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotalMix FX offers a fully flexible 288-channel mixer with 46-bit internal resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLatency-free processing on every channel, including 3-band EQ, low-cut filter, reverb, and echo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnboard metering with peak and RMS calculation for precise level monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated mic stand thread on the bottom for flexible positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBus-powered design for maximum portability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSB-C compatible; USB-2 and USB-C cables included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a premium plug-in bundle with Scuffham S-Gear, Brainworx bx_opto, and bx_masterdesk, plus trial versions of Pianoteq 6, Blue 3 Organ, and Gig Performer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/tab] [tab title=\"SPECIFICATIONS\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eComputer Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesktop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eSimultaneous I\/O\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 x 4 (Analog), 8 x 8 (Digital)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eNumber of Preamps\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003ePhantom Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eA\/D Resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eEffects\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReverb, Delay (via TotalMix FX)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eAnalog Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x XLR (Mic), 2 x 1\/4\" (Hi-Z\/Line)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eAnalog Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 x XLR (+4dBu \/ +19dBu)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eDigital Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT, S\/PDIF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eDigital Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT, S\/PDIF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eHeadphone Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x 1\/4\", 1 x 1\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eMIDI I\/O\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \/ Out (via breakout cable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eUSB Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x Type B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRME TotalMix FX, TotalMix Remote (iOS\/Mac\/PC), Brainworx Plug-ins, Scuffham S-Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiOS, Mac, PC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eBus Powered\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12V DC or USB Bus Powered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eDimensions (H x W x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.4\" x 4.25\" x 7.1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"table__header\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n  \u003cth\u003e\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e 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