KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 is a premium-quality 6-channel audio interface. It provides everything you need to record, play and perform music, with four analog ins/outs, digital in/out, MIDI and low-latency performance — all in a sleek, rugged metal casing. The two mic inputs are armed with high-end pre-amps while Cirrus Logic converters deliver pristine, transparent sound. Upgrade your setup with KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 — because KOMPLETE sounds better.
The KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 package also includes KOMPLETE ELEMENTS, with over 1000 instruments and effects, plus software for recording, sequencing and DJing.
KEY FEATURES:
► 6-In/6-Out portable audio/MIDI interface with sturdy metal casing, USB 2.0 bus powered
► Premium sound quality: 24-bit/96kHz Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters
► Low latency via newly developed chip technology and driver architecture
► Two balanced mic/line/instrument inputs (XLR/1/4” TRS Neutrik, phantom powered) with individual gain controls
► Two balanced line inputs (1/4” TRS) with activity and clip LEDs, digital stereo input (SPDIF) with RCA connector
► Four balanced analog outputs (1/4” TRS), digital stereo output (SPDIF) with RCA connector
► Headphone output with level control and source switching between channels 1|2 and channels 3|4
► Direct monitoring with zero-latency including mix control knob and mono switch
► Large volume control knob and 15 status LEDs for full visual monitoring of the signal chain
► Reliable drivers for Mac® and PC (ASIO®/Core Audio/DirectSound®/WASAPI)
► Works with Pro Tools®, Logic®, Cubase®, Ableton and more
Pristine sound doesn't happen by accident — it's the result of knowledge, experience and close attention to detail. KOMPLETE AUDIO 6 has been designed in-house by NATIVE INSTRUMENTS. From the custom, streamlined circuit design, through the hand-picked components to the analog volume knob on top of the unit — every part of the interface is designed to preserve signal clarity.
- 4 analog inputs: 2 balanced mic/line/instrument (XLR); plus 2 balanced line (1/4" TRS)
- 4 balanced analog outputs (1/4" TRS)
- Digital stereo input and output (S/PDIF / RCA) for lossless signal transmission
- MIDI in/out for master keyboard, MASCHINE or any third-party MIDI controller
- Headphone output with independent level control and source switch
- Completely USB powered, with an extra sturdy custom USB socket
Other important recording features:
- Low-latency performance for using virtual instruments and effects
- High-quality pre-amps with individual gain controls
- Direct monitoring for live, latency-free recording
- Mono input switch for recording vocals, guitar or other mono sources
- 48V phantom power for using condenser mics and active DI boxes
- 15 status LEDs provide visual feedback for all signals and indicate clipping
- KOMPLETE ELEMENTS — over 3 GB of inspiring instruments and effects
- CUBASE LE 5 — sequencer and recording software
- TRAKTOR LE 2 — DJ software
- $30 / 25 € e-voucher — for KOMPLETE Instruments or Effects at the NI Online Shop*
Windows
Windows XP (latest Service Pack, 32 Bit), Windows Vista/Windows 7 (latest Service Pack, 32/64 Bit), Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz or Intel Core Duo or AMD Athlon 64, 2 GB RAM
Mac
Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6 (latest update), Intel Core Duo, 2 GB RAM
ASIO
Core Audio
DirectSound
WASAPI
Monitor with 1024 x 768 screen resolution, USB 2.0, DVD drive
DIMENSIONS: 2" (52 mm) x 6.3" (159 mm) x 4.8" (122 mm)
WEIGHT: 1.9lb (850 grams)
| Audio Converters | |||
| A/D Channels,D/A Channels | 4, 4 | ||
| Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz | ||
| Bit Resolution | 16, 24 Bit | ||
| Inputs 1/2 | |||
| Line (A/D-D/A toOutput) | Instrument (A/D-D/A to Output) |
Mic (A/D-D/A to Output) | |
| Input Impedance | 44 kOhm, balanced | 1 MOhm, unbalanced | 3.4 kOhm, balanced |
| Full-Scale Input Level@ max. gain | -4 dBu | -9.7 dBu | +0 dBu ... -36 dBu |
| Maximum Input Level | +14.3 dBu | +8.4 dBu | — |
| Gain | -inf ... +15 dB | -inf ... +21 dB | +11 dB ... +47 dB |
| Dynamic Range@ unity gain | 98.3 dB (A) | 98.3 dB (A) | 98.0 dB (A) |
| THD+N (full-scale level,unity gain) | 0.013 % | 0.013 % | 0.013 % |
| Frequency Response(96 kHz), -1 dB | 13 Hz - 42 kHz | 12 Hz - 42 kHz | 13 Hz - 45 kHz |
| Equivalent Input Noise@ max. Gain |
— | — | -127.5 dBu (A) |
| Inputs 3/4 | |||
| Line (A/D-D/A toOutput) | |||
| Input Impedance | 44 kOhm, balanced | ||
| Full-Scale Input Level | +12 dBu | ||
| Gain | -1 dB | ||
| Dynamic Range | 98.5 dB (A) | ||
| THD+N (full-scale level) | 0.02 % | ||
| Frequency Response(96 kHz), -1 dB | 12 Hz - 43 kHz | ||
| Line Outputs (D/A) | |||
| Full Scale Output Level@ max. Volume | +11 dBu | ||
| Dynamic Range@ max. Volume | 102 dB (A) | ||
| THD+N | 1/2: 0.01%,3/4: 0.02% | ||
| Frequency Response(96 kHz), -1 dB | 10 Hz - 45 kHz | ||
| Headphone Output | |||
| Load Impedance | |||
| Maximum Output Level(high impedance) | +12 dBu, 3.0 Vrms | ||
| Maximum Output Power | 20 mW @ 100 Ohms,11 mW @ 33 Ohms | ||
| Dynamic Range | 102 dB (A) | ||
| THD+N @ max level,100 Ohms | 0.014 % | ||
| Frequency Response (96 kHz), -1 dB | 9 Hz - 45 kHz | ||
| Digital I/O | 2 channels (5/6), SPDIF in/out, coaxial |
- External audio interface
- USB cable
- KOMPLETE ELEMENTS
- CUBASE LE 5
- TRAKTOR LE 2
- $30/25 € e-voucher*
- Manual
