M-Audio Firewire 1814 [3/61] Introduction

1 Introduction

Thank you for choosing the M-Audio FireWire 1814. The FireWire 1814 has been

designed to give you a professional, portable audio and MIDI interface for your laptop or

desktop computer. Using the convenience and dependability of the IEEE 1394

(FireWire) bus, the FireWire 1814 provides your computer with a high-performance,

high-resolution multi-channel interface, as well as sixteen channels of MIDI in and

out—all in a rugged, lightweight, and highly portable design.

The FireWire 1814 was created with the home or portable studio enthusiast in mind. Two

high-quality microphone/instrument preamps, a total of eight analog inputs, plus ADAT

Lightpipe and S/PDIF I/O give unprecedented recording and playback capacity that can be

configured for your particular setup. Its front-panel headphone outputs boast high

efficiency, low distortion amplifiers that deliver the power and volume you need in the

studio or on stage. Dedicated level controls for monitors and headphones help you stay on

top of your mix no matter what is going on around you. Selectable headphone monitoring

sources make the FireWire 1814 a perfect choice for the mobile DJ setup as well.

Even if you’re an experienced sound recordist, please take some time to read through

this owner’s manual and familiarize yourself with the FireWire 1814’s features and

operation. You may also want to refer to your audio software’s documentation to better

understand how the FireWire 1814’s features may be integrated with the program. Your

experience and enjoyment of your FireWire 1814 will be greatly enhanced by a good

working knowledge of your audio software.