RME Fireface UFX III
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RME
Fireface UFX III
Product Info
Article Number:
563014
Brand:
RME
Model:
Fireface UFX III
Category:
USB Audio Interfaces
Price:
$2,638.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The UFX III is a powerhouse interface for serious recording and mixing engineers. Its rock-solid stability, extensive I/O, and the TotalMix FX routing capabilities make it an absolute workhorse for complex projects. If you're running a professional studio or need unparalleled flexibility, this is a top-tier choice.
Product Description
- RME Fireface UFX III
- USB 3.0 Audio Interface
- 188-Channel
- 24-bit / 192kHz AD/DA converter
- DURec (Direct USB Recording)
- SteadyClock FS
- MADI I/O (64 channels)
- TotalMix FX
- Built-in DSP
- +48V phantom power
- TFT display
- AKM chips (AK5574 AD / AK4490 DA converters)
- DC-coupled analogue outputs
- Lock keys
- Remap keys
- USB 3 Class Compliant
- Construction: 19" / 1 U
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 483 x 44 x 210 mm
- Weight: 2.8 kg
- Expandable with optional RME ARC remote control (not included)
*Connections*
- 4 Mic/Line inputs: XLR/jack 6.3 mm combo
- 8 Line inputs: 6.3 mm jack balanced
- 2 Line outputs: XLR
- 6 Line outputs: 6.3 mm jack balanced
- 2 Stereo headphone outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- 2 Optical inputs and outputs ADAT / S/PDIF
- AES input and output XLR
- Word clock input and output BNC
- MADI input and output
- 2 MIDI inputs and outputs
- Remote input for optional RME ARC
- USB on the front
PROS
- • AKM converters deliver exceptional clarity and dynamic range.
- • DURec eliminates dropouts during critical recording moments.
- • TotalMix FX provides unparalleled routing and mixing flexibility.
- • DC-coupled outputs enable accurate bass response for monitoring.
CONS
- • The substantial weight makes rack mounting a necessity, not an option.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for smaller studios.
- • MADI expansion requires additional hardware and configuration expertise.
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
4 XLR/jack combo, 8 jack balanced, 2 line inputs
Outputs
2 XLR, 6 jack balanced, 2 headphone
Max Sample Rate
192kHz
Bit Depth
24-bit
Preamps
Not specified - likely clean, transparent designs
Weight
2.8 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
DURec buffers data in RAM, allowing recording even if the computer momentarily glitches; this effectively eliminates dropouts without significantly impacting latency.
Absolutely; the AK5574 and AK4490 offer a significant improvement in both dynamic range and perceived detail, especially noticeable with high-resolution audio.
It's genuinely useful – displaying crucial routing information and metering at a glance, saving time and reducing the need to constantly switch between software and hardware.
