PreSonus QUANTUM 2626 26×26 Thunderbolt 3 Interface

The PreSonus QUANTUM 2626 is an affordable, high quality Thunderbolt audio interface, with studio-grade audio and bags of versatile connectivity options.

The Speed Of Sound

Described by “in-the-know” magazines as amongst the “fastest audio interfaces on the planet”, the Quantum 2626 offers a measurable round-trip latency of less than 1 ms.

Along with this, you get superb high-definition digital conversion and an ultra-transparent analog XMAX mic preamp design, all of which comes together to deliver incredible audio every time.

PreSonus QUANTUM 2626 26×26 Thunderbolt 3 Interface Highlights

• 26×26 Thunderbolt 3 ultra-low-latency audio interface
• 1 ms roundtrip latency allows you to record directly to a daw with your favourite plug-ins
• 24-bit/192kHz Operation with high-quality 115 dB A/D/A converters
• Studio One Artist and studio Magic plug-in bundle included
• Up to 26 simultaneous Inputs/Outputs with studio-quality sound
• 8 pristine XMAX preamps
• 2 instrument inputs
• 8 balanced line inputs
• Dual headphone outputs with independent level control
• Balanced stereo main outputs with indepedent level control
• 8 DC Coupled balanced line outputs
• 2 preamp direct outputs with returns to insert outboard gear
• Main Output Level Control
• Balanced Stereo Main Output (TRS)
• Eight Balanced Line Outputs (TRS (outs 1 and 2 share a DAC with main output)
• Two Preamp outputs (channels 1 and 2)
• Two Line Returns (channels 1 and 2)
• ADAT Optical/Dual SMUX inputs/outputs – 16×16 channels at 44.1 or 48 kHz; 8×8 channels at 88.2 or 96 kHz
• Stereo S/PDIF Coaxial input and output
• Thunderbolt 3 high-speed bus
• 24-bit resolution and up to the 192 kHz sampling rate
• BNC word clock input and output with low-jitter clocking
• MIDI I/O
• Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
• 1U rack-mountable
• Includes 12 VDC external power supply

Timeless Sound

PreSonus approached the design of the Quantum 2626 with one thing in mind: ultra-high speed, with no audio-quality compromise.

To achieve this, PreSonus worked to develop the Quantum-series proprietary Thunderbolt driver from the ground up, reulting in minimal-latency performance with maximum efficiency.

Along with the afore-mentioned transparent XMAX preamp, this audio interface features cutting-edge 24-bit, 192 kHz converters with a whopping 115 dB of dynamic range, and incredible low-jitter clocking.

Expansive Audio

With its impressive speed and awesome sound quality, the Quantum 2626 makes an incredible recording solution to any size of studio.

If you need more mic preamps though, you can connect to the awesome PreSonus DigiMax DP88 via ADAT/dual S/MUX connections, whilst you can control those extra inputs remotely via Studio One or UC Surface.

In addition to this, the Quantum 2626 comes equipped with a pair of direct preamp outputs and dedicated returns, allowing you to insert your favourite analogue compressors and plug-ins with ease.

Award-Winning Recording Software

To complete the recording-studio-ready package, the Quantum 2626 comes complete withthe Studio One Artist music production software.

This award-winning software is intuitive to use, and allows you to compose, record, and produce with relative ease.

Need a new loop or sample for your latest production? Studio One lets you shop, audition, and purchase new content right from your production environment – including powerful extensions for Studio One like the Presence XT Expansion packs and the PreSonus Channel Strip Collection.

PreSonus QUANTUM 2626 26×26 Thunderbolt 3 Interface Specs

Computer System Requirements

The minimum computer system requirements to run this interface are as follows:

Mac

• Mac OS X 10.11.6 64-bit or later
• Intel Core i5 or better
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Windows

• Windows 10 64-bit or later
• Intel Core i5 or better
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Mac and Windows Systems

• Thunderbolt 1.0, 2.0, or 3.0 port (NOTE: Your computer’s motherboard must support Thunderbolt. Thunderbolt 1 and 2 require an adapter, not included.)
• Internet connection (required for Studio One Activation and Content download)
• Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
• 30 GB hard disk space
• Monitor with 1366×768 resolution

Microphone Preamp

• Type: XLR Female (via Combo), Balanced
• Maximum Input Level: +10 dBu (Balanced, min. gain)
• Gain Control Range: 60 dB
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 110 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.005%=”” (1=”” khz,=”” min.=””>
• EIN: < -131=”” dbu=”” (max=”” gain,=”” 40ohm,=”” 22=”” khz=”” bw,=””>
• Input Impedance: 1.6 kOhm
• Phantom Power: +48V, > 8 mA per input

Instrument Inputs

• Type: 1/4″ TS Female (via Combo), Unbalanced
• Maximum Input Level: +15 dBu (Unbalanced, min. gain)
• Gain Control Range: 60 dB
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 106 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.005%=”” (1khz,=”” min.=””>
• Input Impedance: > 1 MOhm

Line Inputs

• Type: 1/4″ TRS Female (via Combo), Balanced
• Maximum Input Level: + 18 dBu (Balanced, min. gain)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 118 dB (A-wtd, min. gain)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.005%=”” (1=”” khz,=”” min.=””>
• Input Impedance: 10 kOhm

Main and Line Outputs

• Type: 1/4″ TRS Female, impedance balanced, DC Coupled (Line Outputs only)
• Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu (Balanced)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.05 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 118 dB (A-wtd)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.0035%=”” (1=”” khz,=”” +4=””>
• Output Impedance: 51Ohm

Headphone Outputs

• Type: 1/4″ TRS Female, Stereo, Unbalanced, x2
• Maximum Output Level: 175 mW/channel (56Ohm load)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±0.5 dB, 48 kHz)
• Dynamic Range: > 110 dB (A-wtd)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.03%=”” (1=””>
• Headphone Impedance (working range): 16Ohm to 300Ohm

Crosstalk

• Input to Input: < -110=””>
• Output to Output: < -115=””>
• Input to Output: < -120=””>

Signal Level LEDs

• Clip: -0.5 dBFS
• Signal: -50 dBFS

Digital Audio

• Connection Type: Thunderbolt 3 (Thunderbolt 1 and 2 compatible)
• ADC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-wtd)
• DAC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-wtd)
• Bit Depth: 24 bits
• Internally Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz

Clock

• Jitter: < 70=”” ps=”” rms=”” (20=”” hz=”” –=”” 20=””>
• Jitter Attenuation: > 60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)

Power

• 12 VDC, 5A, external power supply

Physical Dimensions

• Height: 1.75″ (44.45 mm)
• Depth: 7″ (177.8 mm)
• Width: 19″ (482.6 mm)
• Weight: 6 lbs (2.72 kg)