Focusrite TwinTrak Pro  

Designed principally as an affordable, high-specification dual mono / stereo tracking device, TT Pro, (as it's affectionately known,) also boasts comprehensive stereo latency-free monitoring for direct and delay-free mix control, and unmatched digital connectivity, including a DA as standard, all within a sturdy 2U 19" rackmount chassis. The award-winning Class A pre amps are capable of capturing every nuance from any source, while the optical compressor, with its custom fast-acting optos, comprehensive controls and true stereo linking, provides extremely smooth yet effective control of the signal's dynamics.

Two Class A Pre-amps
TwinTrak Pro boasts two award-winning pre-amps, but with some exclusive new improvements; Air' utilizes a unique wire-wound inductor circuit that imparts a boost in the high-end frequencies, enabling the pre-amp to recreate the open and airy qualities of more expensive transformer-based pre-amps.

TwinTrak Pro also sports variable impedance control, allowing you to perfectly match the pre-amp with any microphone, (and so maximize level,) or to use different settings creatively, to interactively shape the sound of your chosen microphone.

The Pre-amps demonstrate the same wide bandwidth philosophy featured in original Focusrite ISA units from years past, ensuring low noise and distortion, while displaying the signature sound for which Focusrite has become famous. Also in this section are Phantom Power, Phase reverse and a High Pass/Low Cut filter for controlling pops, rumble and proximity effect, enabling TT Pro to handle any mono or stereo audio source with ease.

Direct Instrument Input
Also included on the front panel are two instrument inputs, allowing quick and easy connection without the need for a separate DI box. A High Gain switch provides the option to boost the incoming signal by 20dB, allowing you to accurately set the input level for both passive and active instruments.

Mid Scoop EQ
The Mid-scoop EQ is a quick and effective problem-solver, with two different depths of cut and an adjustable frequency control. Ranging from 120Hz to 2K, it' s ideal for vocal problem solving or for creating great miked-up cabinet ambience.

Optical Compressor
In pride of place is TT Pro' s powerful dual mono/stereo optical compressor. It features Focusrite' s custom fast-acting optos and operates in Class A mode, allowing for smoother, lower distortion performance than off-the-shelf VCA-derived circuits. With the addition of both Hard/Soft knee switches and sidechain inserts, every compression need is provided for.

True Stereo Linking
The link feature allows TT Pro to act as a true stereo compressor, enabling complete stereo control of every parameter. When switched to 'link' , channel one becomes the master and controls both compressors simultaneously. Unlinking allows you to operate the unit as a dual mono device, processing two separate channels independently.

A Hardware Plug-in
TT Pro is the first Platinum to feature a D-A converter as standard, alongside its optional A-D converter. The DA converter enables the user to feed mono or stereo digital signals into TT Pro. These signals can be fed either into the stereo Latency-free Monitoring section, or via line inputs, (post- the pre-amp stage) for further processing as a 'hardware plug-in' .

The signal can then return to the digital audio workstation via Focusrite' s optional stereo 24bit/96kHz AD converter. The converter is 24 bit and 128 x over-sampled, handling sample rates of up to 96kHz, with S/PDIF output and a BNC word clock connector. An ADC lock LED on the front panel shows when Word Clock sync has been established, while two DAC input LED' s show when signal is flowing through the DA converter. Together, these facilities make TT Pro an ideal tracking device, the perfect analogue interface for any digital audio workstation, and equally the world' s first ' hardware plug-in' .

Features

• 2 award-winning Class A discrete transistor-based pre amps
• Dual mono/stereo optical compressor, featuring custom fast-acting optos
• Latency free monitoring with total control over balance, effects, mix and monitor levels
• 24 bit/192 kHz D/A fitted as standard, for processing digital signals or feeding digital signals into the monitoring path
• An optional 24 bit/96kHz A/D. Both the A/D and the D/A feature wordclock (BNC)
• Inductor-induced "Air" opens up high frequencies like an expensive transformer-balanced pre amp
• Variable impedance for improved microphone performance and extended creativity
• Mid scoop EQ for correcting problematic mid frequencies
• Direct inputs on the front fascia for both instruments (Jack) and microphones (XLR)
• Post pre amp inserts and compressor sidechain inserts, for enhanced processing flexibility
• 2 ocean blue peak-reading meters, innately beautiful and ideal for catching fast transients

Click to view: Specifications

Dimension: 18.98" W x 3.46" H x 7.09" D, 2U
Weight: 11.03 lbs.

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