Presonus Quantum 2626
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Presonus
Quantum 2626
Product Info
Article Number:
482756
Brand:
Presonus
Model:
Quantum 2626
Category:
Thunderbolt Audio Interfaces
Price:
$625.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Quantum 2626 is a seriously capable interface for project studios and bands needing a lot of inputs. Thunderbolt 3 means near-zero latency, crucial for tracking, and the included software gets you started right away – it's a fantastic value for the feature set.
Product Description
- Presonus Quantum 2626
- Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface
- 192 Sampling rate
- 24-Bit resolution
- 8 Microphone amplifiers with up to 60dB gain
- 2 Combo input sockets (mic / instrument) and 6x mic / line inputs
- 8 x 6.35 mm TRS line outputs
- galvanically coupled
- 2 x 6.5 mm TRS jack sockets for the main outputs
- 2 x ADAT optical as well as S / PDIF
- MIDI and BNC word clock I / Os
- Insert for channels 1 and 2
- 2 Headphone outputs
- Expandable up to 26 inputs and outputs via two connections in ADAT Optical format
- Very low latencies
- Dimensions: 19" / 1U
- Weight: 2.72 kg
- Includes Studio One Artist and Studio Magic Plug-In Suite
PROS
- • Excellent preamps deliver clean, transparent gain for diverse sources
- • Rock-solid Thunderbolt 3 connectivity ensures ultra-low latency performance
- • Flexible I/O options (ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI) expand routing possibilities
- • Studio One Artist and Magic Plug-In Suite offer immediate creative workflow
CONS
- • Rackmount format demands space; not ideal for desktop setups
- • Limited routing flexibility compared to higher-end interfaces
- • The included Studio One Artist is a good start, but may feel restrictive
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
10 (2 combo mic/instrument, 6 mic/line, 2 ADAT)
Outputs
10 (8 TRS line, 2 main TRS jack)
Max Sample Rate
192 kHz
Bit Depth
24-bit
Preamps
8 (high-headroom, low-noise)
Weight
2.72 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Thunderbolt 3's bandwidth provides significantly lower latency than USB, making it noticeably better for real-time tracking and monitoring.
Absolutely; it's class-compliant and compatible with most major DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic, and Ableton.
The preamps offer a respectable signal-to-noise ratio, typically around 85dB, providing a clean and quiet recording experience even at higher gain levels.
