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PreSonus Quantum ES 2 24-Bit/192 kHz 2 x 2 USB Audio Recording Interface

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Ignite Your Creativity: PreSonus Quantum ES 2 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio Recording Interface, 2 x 2
Supercharge your sound with the next-generation Quantum ES 2, the culmination of PreSonus' 30-year legacy in crafting audio excellence. This desktop interface empowers self-made musicians to capture their sonic vision with stunning clarity, thanks to pristine preamps and class-leading converters.

Experience seamless recording and monitoring with PreSonus' custom, low-latency driver. High-performance converters ensure pristine audio fidelity throughout your entire signal chain.

A Revelation in Sound Capture: MAX-HD Preamps
The Quantum ES 2 boasts two all-new, transparent MAX-HD mic preamps. These digitally-controlled, analog marvels deliver a whopping +75dB of gain, ideal for even the quietest microphones. Decades of innovation culminate in ultra-low noise and unmatched sonic purity, perfectly capturing every nuance of your performance.

Built for Guitarists & Bassists
The instrument input, co-developed with the legendary engineers at Fender, provides an exceptional platform to capture the true essence of your electric guitar or bass.

Unleash Your Production Powerhouse
Dive into the world of professional recording with a 6-month subscription to Studio One+. This powerful DAW unlocks a universe of creative potential, including access to the Studio One Professional Edition and exclusive add-ons.

Capture perfect takes every time with the intuitive Auto Gain function, which automatically sets the optimal gain level for your microphone or instrument.

Universal Control: Command from Anywhere
Take control wherever inspiration strikes. The Quantum ES 2 works seamlessly with your mobile device, tablet, or desktop computer. Fine-tune critical preamp functions like gain, phantom power, and more directly from the Quantum ES 2's hardware controls, Studio One software, or the convenient Universal Control app. Now you can dial in the perfect sound without interrupting your creative flow.

Key Features

  • Unleash Your Creativity: High-Performance Signal Flow - Experience pristine audio capture with custom low-latency drivers and low-noise converters for flawless recording.
  • Capture Every Nuance: All-New MAX-HD Mic Preamps - Featuring 30 years of audio expertise, our meticulously redesigned preamps deliver digitally-controlled analog circuitry with a massive +75 dB gain range, ensuring you capture every detail of your performance.
  • Guitar Perfection: Co-Developed with Fender - Achieve legendary Fender tone with our front-facing instrument input, meticulously engineered by industry leaders for a perfect guitar recording experience.
  • Start Recording Now: Professional Software Included - Get 6 months of Studio One+ free, giving you full access to a powerful and intuitive recording suite with add-ons and more to jumpstart your creativity.
  • Effortless Level Control: Auto Gain - Eliminate the guesswork with Auto Gain, which automatically sets recording-ready levels so you can focus on capturing your music.
  • Control from Anywhere: Universal Control App - Take complete command of your recordings with our Universal Control App, offering full control and metering from your mobile device, desktop, or tablet for ultimate flexibility.

Technical Specifications

Controls And Connections
Headphone Jack
One - 1/4ā€ TRS Female Stereo
Connectivity
USB-C
MIDI I/O
3.5 mm Type-B
Microphone Preamp
Microphone Input Connection Type
XLR Female (Combo), Balanced
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% (1 kHz, Minimum Gain)
Gain Control Range
75 dB
Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level
+14 dBu (Balanced, Minimum Gain)
Phantom Power
+48 VDC
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Microphone Preamp Input Impedance
1600 Ohms
Dynamic Range
113 dB (A-Weighted, Minimum Gain)
Equivalent Input Noise
-129 dBu (Maximum Gain, 150 Ohms, 22 kHz BW, A-Weighted)
Instrument Inputs
Instrument Inputs Impedance
1M Ohms
Instrument Inputs Maximum Level
+15 dBu (Unbalanced, Minimum Gain)
Gain Range
75 dB
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
111 dB (A-Weighted, Minimum Gain)
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.002% (1 kHz, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs
Line Inputs Maximum Level
+15 dBu (Balanced, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs Gain Range
+/- 10 dB
Line Inputs Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Line Inputs Dynamic Range
114 dB (A-Weighted, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% (1 kHz, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs Impedance
10K Ohms
Main And Line Outputs
Main And Line Outputs Maximum Level
+15 dBu (Balanced)
Main And Line Outputs Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Main And Line Outputs Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
Main And Line Outputs Dynamic Range
117 dB (A-Weighted)
Main And Line Outputs Output Impedance
51 Ohms
Headphone Outputs
Headphone Outputs Maximum Output
7.5 dBu (50 Ohms)
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
111 dB (A-Weighted)
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.02% (1 kHz)
Headphone Outputs Impedance Working Range
22 Ohms
Digital Audio
Digital Audio Dynamic Range
120 dB
Digital Audio Bit Depth
24-bit
Supported Sample Rates
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 (kHz)
Weights And Dimensions
Height
1.9ā€ (48.3 mm)
Depth
6.2ā€ (158 mm)
Width
6.9ā€ (175 mm)
Weight
1.5 lb. (0.68 kg)
Accessories
Included Accessories
1.5M USB-C to USB-C cable

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PreSonus Quantum ES 2 24-Bit/192 kHz 2 x 2 USB Audio Recording Interface

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$19999 $22999

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Ignite Your Creativity: PreSonus Quantum ES 2 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio Recording Interface, 2 x 2
Supercharge your sound with the next-generation Quantum ES 2, the culmination of PreSonus' 30-year legacy in crafting audio excellence. This desktop interface empowers self-made musicians to capture their sonic vision with stunning clarity, thanks to pristine preamps and class-leading converters.

Experience seamless recording and monitoring with PreSonus' custom, low-latency driver. High-performance converters ensure pristine audio fidelity throughout your entire signal chain.

A Revelation in Sound Capture: MAX-HD Preamps
The Quantum ES 2 boasts two all-new, transparent MAX-HD mic preamps. These digitally-controlled, analog marvels deliver a whopping +75dB of gain, ideal for even the quietest microphones. Decades of innovation culminate in ultra-low noise and unmatched sonic purity, perfectly capturing every nuance of your performance.

Built for Guitarists & Bassists
The instrument input, co-developed with the legendary engineers at Fender, provides an exceptional platform to capture the true essence of your electric guitar or bass.

Unleash Your Production Powerhouse
Dive into the world of professional recording with a 6-month subscription to Studio One+. This powerful DAW unlocks a universe of creative potential, including access to the Studio One Professional Edition and exclusive add-ons.

Capture perfect takes every time with the intuitive Auto Gain function, which automatically sets the optimal gain level for your microphone or instrument.

Universal Control: Command from Anywhere
Take control wherever inspiration strikes. The Quantum ES 2 works seamlessly with your mobile device, tablet, or desktop computer. Fine-tune critical preamp functions like gain, phantom power, and more directly from the Quantum ES 2's hardware controls, Studio One software, or the convenient Universal Control app. Now you can dial in the perfect sound without interrupting your creative flow.

Key Features

Technical Specifications

Controls And Connections
Headphone Jack
One - 1/4ā€ TRS Female Stereo
Connectivity
USB-C
MIDI I/O
3.5 mm Type-B
Microphone Preamp
Microphone Input Connection Type
XLR Female (Combo), Balanced
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% (1 kHz, Minimum Gain)
Gain Control Range
75 dB
Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level
+14 dBu (Balanced, Minimum Gain)
Phantom Power
+48 VDC
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Microphone Preamp Input Impedance
1600 Ohms
Dynamic Range
113 dB (A-Weighted, Minimum Gain)
Equivalent Input Noise
-129 dBu (Maximum Gain, 150 Ohms, 22 kHz BW, A-Weighted)
Instrument Inputs
Instrument Inputs Impedance
1M Ohms
Instrument Inputs Maximum Level
+15 dBu (Unbalanced, Minimum Gain)
Gain Range
75 dB
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
111 dB (A-Weighted, Minimum Gain)
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.002% (1 kHz, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs
Line Inputs Maximum Level
+15 dBu (Balanced, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs Gain Range
+/- 10 dB
Line Inputs Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Line Inputs Dynamic Range
114 dB (A-Weighted, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% (1 kHz, Minimum Gain)
Line Inputs Impedance
10K Ohms
Main And Line Outputs
Main And Line Outputs Maximum Level
+15 dBu (Balanced)
Main And Line Outputs Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Main And Line Outputs Total Harmonic Distortion
0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu)
Main And Line Outputs Dynamic Range
117 dB (A-Weighted)
Main And Line Outputs Output Impedance
51 Ohms
Headphone Outputs
Headphone Outputs Maximum Output
7.5 dBu (50 Ohms)
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (Unity Gain, Reference 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
111 dB (A-Weighted)
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.02% (1 kHz)
Headphone Outputs Impedance Working Range
22 Ohms
Digital Audio
Digital Audio Dynamic Range
120 dB
Digital Audio Bit Depth
24-bit
Supported Sample Rates
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 (kHz)
Weights And Dimensions
Height
1.9ā€ (48.3 mm)
Depth
6.2ā€ (158 mm)
Width
6.9ā€ (175 mm)
Weight
1.5 lb. (0.68 kg)
Accessories
Included Accessories
1.5M USB-C to USB-C cable

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