The next generation of Fast Track recording is here. The Avid M-audio Fast Track C600 is a compact and ergonomic USB audio interface with four high quality mic preamps on the unit, as well as an additional two inputs via S/PDIF. The Fast Track C600 records at resolutions up to 96kHz/24bit.
The Fast Track C600 departs from the traditional look of a USB audio interface and comes in an ergonomic form ideal for the home studio desktop. Fully featured with phantom power, 20dB pads, instrument input and headphone output, the C600 is an ideal home studio interface for the recordist who needs the flexibility of multiple channel recording in a desktop unit.
Additionally, this bundle version of the Fast Track C600 comes with Pro Tools MP9 a version of the industry leading Pro Tools software with all the features most people need to record fully fledged productions using the Fast Track C600.
Here's what Avid say about Pro Tools MP9
Professional music creation has never been more accessible. Designed for use with select M-Audio recording interfaces, Pro Tools MP 9-the latest version of Pro Tools M-Powered software-improves upon the industry-leading features that made it the top choice for music and audio production. Enjoy 48-track mono or stereo audio recording, editing, and mixing with up to 24-bit/96 kHz fidelity. Shape sounds and add effects with over 70 included plug-ins. Easily compose music with full MIDI and score notation tools. Get great-sounding, phase-accurate mixes with Automatic Delay Compensation. And collaborate with other Pro Tools users in studios around the world. Pro Tools MP software puts all this power-and much more-at your fingertips.
Advanced Music Creation-Within Reach
Pro Tools is the world's most popular, most advanced music and audio production platform. Now Pro Tools MP 9 software gives you the power to work with many of the same features that make Pro Tools the top choice of today's audio professionals. Create amazing music, collaborate with other Pro Tools users, transfer projects between professional and personal studios, and more. The possibilities are endless when you're part of the largest community of digital audio workstation users on earth.
More Options, More Flexibility
A wide variety of M-Audio hardware peripherals are compatible with Pro Tools MP software, giving you more options in where, when, and how you work. Whether you need just a little I/O or a lot-or a desktop, mobile, or hybrid system-you'll find the perfect solution with our PCI, USB/USB 2, and FireWire audio interfaces. To get the best of the hardware and software worlds at an exceptional value, check out one of our complete Pro Tools MP studio bundles.
Features
- Supports a wide choice of M-Audio interfaces* including Delta PCI, USB/USB 2.0 and FireWire products
- Supports M-Audio ProjectMix I/O and Command|8 control surfaces for hands-on mixing
- Industry-standard session compatibility with countless Pro Tools-equipped project and professional studios around the world
- Award-winning Pro Tools recording and mixing environment
- 48-track mono or stereo audio recording, editing, and mixing up to 24-bit/96 kHz
- Real-time audio processing
- Import MIDI, REX, ACID, WAV, SDII, AIFF, AAC, and MP3 audio files
- Avid-qualified Windows- or Mac OS X-based computers (click here for the most current system requirements, compatibility information, and online support)
- Unique Beat Detective LE automatic groove analysis and correction tool
- Supports QuickTime video including H.264
- New MP3 export capability and Automatic Delay Compensation
Here's what Avid say about the M-Audio Fast Track C600
The original, bestselling M-Audio Fast Track recording interfaces set the standard for quality and ease of use. Now the Fast Track C600 audio interface makes it simpler than ever to transform your ideas into professional-quality music. Stay in the creative flow and capture amazing performances with built-in transport controls. Sound incredible with an all-new signal path that delivers pristine audio quality. Easily check your mixes on multiple sets of speakers using the built-in monitor management system. And enjoy the flexibility to record with your favorite music software- including Pro Tools. Fast Track C600 gives you the freedom to make music at the speed of your creativity
Capture Inspiring Recordings with Built-in MX Core DSP
Tired of tracking vocals and instruments dry- To inspire great performances without taxing your CPU, the onboard MX Core DSP technology gives you reverb and delay on the headphone outputs, so you can enjoy low-latency monitoring with effects. The MX Core mixer also provides sophisticated channelrouting options-accessible via an intuitive control panel.
Ensure Your Mixes Sound Great-and Translate
If you've been looking for an easy way to A/B your mixes on multiple sets of speakers, Fast Track C600 is the answer. There's no need to purchase additional hardware-the built-in monitor management system makes it easy to audition your mixes on up to three sets of studio monitors (or two sets of monitors and a subwoofer). So you'll know that your final mixes will sound great on any speakers.
Get Started with Pro Tools SE
The included Pro Tools SE software makes it easy to create polished productions with 24 audio and virtual instrument tracks, over 100 virtual instruments, and EQ, reverb, and other effects. You can also step up to Pro Tools MP (sold separately) for more tracks, effects, and content.
C600 Features
- Ensure your recordings sound amazing with pristine,
- 24-bit/96 kHz audio fidelity
- 6-input/8-output design lets you capture and play back many sources
- 4 high-quality mic/line combo preamps on rear panel
- 20 dB pad on each preamp for capturing hotter signals without distortion
- Phantom power for condenser microphones
- 2 front-panel 1/4" instrument inputs
- 6 balanced analog outputs with monitor management system
- 2 discrete headphone outputs with independent volume controls
- S/PDIF digital I/O
- 1x1 MIDI I/O
- Inspire great performances using the near-zero latency monitor mixer with built-in reverb and delay effects
- Customize the recording experience for individual performers by creating unique monitor mixes for each headphone output
- Verify that your mixes sound great-and translate well-by connecting up to 3 sets of studio monitors (or 2 sets of monitors and a subwoofer) and easily switching between them
- Get immediate access to the most commonly used controls
- Master volume and headphone output knobs
- Speaker select
- 5 re-assignable transport controls
- 1 assignable Multi button
- Start making music immediately with the included Pro Tools SE music creation software
- Enjoy the flexibility to record with Pro Tools* and other popular music software thanks to full ASIO 2.0, WDM, MME, and Core Audio support
- Powered via USB or the included adapter
Minimum System requirements Fast Track C600 (hardware only)
Windows
- Windows Vista 32/64 or Windows 7 32/64
- Pentium 4 2.0 GHz
- 1 GB RAM
- USB 2.0 port
Mac
- Mac OS X 10.5.8 or greater, or 10.6.1 or greater
- Intel processor
- 1 GB RAM
- USB 2.0 port
Pro Tools SE software
Windows
- Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, or Windows 7 Ultimate
- 1.8 GHz multi-core processor (Intel or AMD)
- 5400 RPM drive
- 1 GB RAM for Windows 7 32-bit,
- 2 GB RAM for Windows 7 64-bit
- Adobe Flash Player 10
Mac
- Mac OS X 10.5.8 or greater, or 10.6.1 or greater
- 1.8 GHz multi-core processor (Intel)
- 5400 RPM drive
- 1 GB RAM
- Adobe Flash Player 10
Compatibility
- ASIO II
- Core Audio
- MME
- WDM
Package Contents
- Fast Track C600 interface
- Pro Tools SE software DVD (includes software, drivers, and electronic user guides)
- M-Audio Fast Track C600 drivers and documentation CD
- Printed Fast Track C600 quick setup guide
- USB cable
- Power supply
- Registration cards
