PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface
The FireStudio Mobile from Presonus is a compact FireWire computer audio/MIDI interface and recording software system. It attaches to the FireWire port on a Mac or Windows computer and gives you inputs for microphones, instruments, MIDI devices, and digital signals; it provides you with powerful software for recording and mixing. It's an ultra-compact design that delivers premium sound quality at a budget-friendly price.
Presonus has been producing high-quality computer audio interfaces for many years, and the FireStudio Mobile is the first compact device to feature the advanced technology behind their FireStudio series of products. The FireStudio Mobile can run on bus power and features 2 transparent microphone preamps that can provide professional condenser microphones with phantom power. There are 10 inputs total, including MIDI and S/PDIF, as well as 6 balanced line inputs giving you the ability to track a full band.
Studio One Artist recording software is included, which gives you the ability to utilize every input on the FireStudio Mobile and overdub an unlimited number of tracks. A wealth of virtual instruments (synths, drum machines, and samplers) and effects are included, as well as several gigs of loops and samples. The FireStudio Mobile supplies you with a lot of firepower at a strikingly painless price.
FireStudio Mobile Features
- Plug-and-play, high-speed FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394)
- 24-bit resolution with 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz sampling rates
- Record/playback 10 inputs and 6 outputs
- 2 XMAX PreSonus microphone/instrument preamplifiers with true 48V phantom power for condenser mics
- 8 line inputs, 2 line outputs
- Stereo S/PDIF and MIDI input/output DB9 break-out cable included
- Zero-latency monitoring
- Headphone output with gain control
- Software router/mixer
- Powered via FireWire bus or using included power supply
- Windows- (32- and 64-bit) and Macintosh-compatible
- Universal Control control-panel software
- DICE II Chipset - extremely efficient data transfer
- JetPLL - jitter-elimination technology
- Daisy-chainable with the PreSonus FireStudio family of products
- Full version of Studio One Artist multitrack-recording software included; easy integration, no setup or configuration
- Road-rugged construction
- Shockproof, reinforced metal chassis
- Silky-smooth, sealed rotary controls
- Military-grade circuit board
- Chassis-mounted input/output sockets resist strain from jacks
- Full shielding from external interference
Studio One Artist Software Features
- Unlimited track count
- Unlimited inserts and sends
- 20 high-quality native effects plug-ins
- Guitar Amplifier Modeling (Ampire)
- Delay (Beat Delay)
- Distortion (Redlight Dist)
- Dynamic Processing (Channel Strip, Compressor, Limiter, Tricomp)
- Equalizer (Channel Strip, Pro EQ)
- Modulation (Autofilter, Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, X-Trem)
- Reverbs (MixVerb, Room Reverb)
- Utility (Binaural Pan, Mixtool, Phase Meter, Spectrum Meter, Tuner)
- Over 4 GB of loops, samples, and instruments
- Presence: virtual sample player
- Impact: virtual drum machine
- SampleOne: virtual sampler
- Mojito: virtual analog-modeled subtractive synthesizer
- Innovative and intuitive MIDI mapping
- Powerful drag-and-drop functionality for faster workflow
- Mac and Windows compatible
| Inputs |
2 x Combo Balanced XLR Microphone & 1/4" TS Instrument Inputs 6 x 1/4" TRS Line-Level |
| Outputs |
2 x 1/4" TRS 1 x Stereo 1/4" Headphone |
| Phantom Power | +48 VDC (+/- 2 VDC) |
| Connectivity | 2 x FireWire 400 IEEE 1394 |
| Sampling Frequency |
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz 24-Bit |
| Frequency Response |
Microphone Preamp: 20 Hz to 50 kHz (+0, -0.5 dB) 20 Hz to 150 kHz (+0/-3.0 dB)
Headphone: |
| Input Impedance | 1.6 kOhm |
| Output Impedance | 51 Ohms |
| THD + N | Unwtd, 1 kHz @ +4 dBu Output, Unity Gain: < 0.008 % |
| EIN | Unwtd, 55 dB Gain, 150 Ohm Input, 20 Hz to 22 kHz: -130 dBu |
| S/N Ratio (Audio) | Unity Gain, unwtd, Ref = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 22 kHz: > 101 dB |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio | 1 kHz, 55 dB Gain: > 55 dB |
| Maximum Input Level | Unity Gain, 1 kHz @ 0.5% THD + N: +14 dBu |
| Hard Disk Space |
External Switching Supply (12 VDC/1A) Bus Power from 6-pin FireWire 400 or FireWire 800 |
| System Requirements |
Mac: PowerPC G4 1.25GHz or Intel Core Solo 1.5GHz processor (2.5GHz or faster recommended) OS X 10.5.2 or later 1GB RAM (2GB or more RAM recommended) IEEE 1394 FireWire 400 Port DVD-ROM drive Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended Internet connection
PC: |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 1.75 x 5.5" (140 x 45 x 140mm) |
| Weight | 4.5 lbs (2kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
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Pros
- Versatile (10)
- Compact (8)
- Easy to use (8)
- Good audio (8)
- Lightweight (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (7)
- Amateur recording (6)
- Outdoor events / games (5)
- Performances (5)
- Professional recording (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (7)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (3)
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Professional Recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Upgraded from an Emu 0404 PCI card and the difference is night and day. Not only is the latency pretty much non existent but also the sound quality blows the EMU out of the water. Having it mobile between computers is also a huge plus.
I run Sonar X1 Pro on Win7x64 and although the software and hardware work very well together, there is an audio dropout every once in a while when trying to play back a project @ 96hz/24bits but it doesn't happen too often(could just be my buffer settings or my firewire card).I use it mainly to record myself singing and playing guitar and the results I've gotten so far are just fantastic.
The only reason why I didn't give it five stars is because when you turn on phantom power, it applies to both mic inputs so you can't run a dynamic mic alongside a condenser mic without an external preamp(and an available input from the back). This gets annoying when you're on a budget like me. I'd rather see the option of running phantom power on the inputs individually. Not that big of a deal though.
All in all it's a great little unit and I can't believe I waited so long to get one! Highly recommended!
Pros
- Clear Sound
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Having now gone through 2 Firebox units, both of which literally burnt up on me after three years in succession. I bought the FireStudio Mobile and I must say it is a huge improvement! The volume dials respond accurately and right away I noticed a difference with the upgraded pre amp, sounds are much more cleaner and richer. As a video editor I only require the unit for feeding my Yamaha studio monitors but it makes all the difference when you can hear theatrical quality sound minus the surround channels of course.
Greatly improved product PreSonus!!
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Pros
- Size and great quality
Cons
- Wallwart PS
- Win 7 firewire driver
Best Uses
- Field recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
For a bit over a year I have been using Presonus's Firestudio Project, and just love it! My DAW is a Rain laptop, running Win7 and Cubase 6+. Some of my work is now recording large singing groups with my Rode NT4 mic. But I have been using my Marantz digital recorder to make life easier in the field. But now I really have what I need/want, a mini version of the Firestudio Project that will be the cat's meow in the field! So far no glitches EXCEPT one thing. My firewire card hates the win 7 driver. Yes I now use the legacy driver version, and all's well, but it was not easy as it should have been to find out about the legacy driver. This should be on a red tape, on the unit when easilly visable when first opening the box! Other than that, I know I will love this unit and the 0 latency software mixer. As my laptop and FW card
does not seem to supply enough juice, I have to use the wall wart power supply - wish I did not have to, but no problem. I love Presonus! And its a real steal! What is there not to like! Buuy it--Love it!
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Educational Purposes
- Multimedia
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Right out of the box, the FireStudio Modible pre-amp helped us develop studio quality voice-overs for our on-line learning sessions. We were previously using a USB microphone straight into the PC. The difference using this pre-amp is night and day.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy to Navigate
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Good produce with instruction manual and soft ware
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Versatile
Cons
- Difficult to Navigate
Best Uses
- Multimedia
- Radio
- Recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
I purchased this product to use to produce a radio program. It is a great audio interface, and the size and features are unavailable in any other interface around $250. The only con I have encountered is that using it with Audacity requires some extra setup. Otherwise, it is an excellent audio interface. I would suggest the FireStudio Mobile to anyone looking for a small, reasonable audio interface.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Low Distortion
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
I use the FireStudio mobile with garageband and logic express and occasional voiceover work in final cut, and can't complain. Does what it claims to do. Solidly made, very useful.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
This has worked great for me. No problems with it on my Macbook pro, and the sound quality is superb.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Use to monitor church recording through S/PDIF
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Firewire bus powered
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- AC adaptor not included
- Gets quite warm
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
This works really well with my MacBook, using the Firewire bus power and recording in Logic. It's very simple to get the device running, and the drivers seem very good - I've had no latency problems or anything, and the preamps sound pretty great.
Only thing is that I would have liked an AC adaptor included, but you can send away for a free one. It also gets quite warm if you leave it plugged in for a few hours!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
I have a new HP Win 7 64 bit PC. I installed the software from included DVD, and it was locking-up, freezing, pretty much non-functional. After an hour of frustration I checked FAQ on PreSonus website and fortunately found a solution. Apparently the software is not compatible with the new FireWire driver which comes with Win 7. You need to go to FireWire settings and select the legacy driver. Once I did this, everything worked fine. Excellent hardware and software, but PreSonus should stick a "READ ME FIRST!" in the box regarding this issue.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Clear, awesome sounding pres,
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Versatile
Cons
- Poor activation process
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
Easy to use once you get past the crazy stupid error laden password registration. I had to call Presonus to get a new activation code, but they walked me through the process. Presonus ROCKS! Studio One is the DAW everyone has been waiting for since the dawn of MIDI!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
Comments about PreSonus FireStudio Mobile - 10 x 6 FireWire Computer Audio Interface:
This device is easy to setup and comes bundled with Studio One software. I have no issues so far with this sound-card
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- 6-Pin to 6-Pin 6' FireWire Cable
- AC Power Supply
- DB-9 Breakout MIDI & S/PDIF I/O Cable
- Software Installation Discs
- Studio One Artist Recording Software (Mac & Windows)
- 1 Year Warranty
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