PreSonus Quantum ES 2 USB-C Audio Interface
PreSonus - Quantum ES 2, 2 x 2, 24-bit / 192 kHz USB-C Audio Interface
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PreSonus - Quantum ES 2
the recording interface for
self-made musicians and audio creatorsCapture your creativity with the PreSonus Quantum ES 2. Featuring custom low-latency drivers that provide exceptionally low audio latencies when recording, and high-performance converters complete the front end to make sure you sound your best throughout your entire signal chain.
The Quantum ES 2 features two newly designed mic preamps with +75 dB of gain. The result of 30 years of innovation, MAX-HD preamps are transparent, low-noise, and digitally-controlled analogue, making them perfectly suited to today’s most popular microphones.
+14 dBuMax Input
0 dB - +75 dBGain Range
113 dBDynamic Range
At a glance
• 2 x 2, 24-bit / 192 kHz USB-C Audio Interface
• High-performance converters deliver audio with stunning clarity and fidelity
• Custom low-latency driver provides exceptionally low audio latencies when recording
• PreSonus MAX-HD preamp provides transparency and accuracy across the frequency range
• Auto Gain button sets the perfect gain level for your microphones and instruments
• +75 dB of gain to maximize the performance of a wide range of microphones
High-Performance & User-Friendly
Co-Developed With FenderBuilt by the best ears in the business, guitarists and bassists will love the instrument input co-developed with Fender engineers – industry experts who purposely designed them for guitar and bass.
Recording Software IncludedJump into 6 months of Studio One+ with access to Studio One Professional Edition, add-ons, and more.
Auto GainAn Auto Gain button sets the perfect gain level for your microphones and instruments, so you get the perfect take every time.
Universal Control App
extra convenientQuantum works on any mobile or desktop device, so you’re ready to record whenever inspiration strikes – whether on your phone, tablet, or in your home studio. Critical preamp functions like preamp gain, phantom power, and more can be controlled with the Quantum ES 2’s top panel, or right from Studio One and the Universal Control app, so you can dial in the perfect gain staging without looking away from your recording session.
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Inputs and Outputs | Microphone Inputs: 2 Guitar Inputs: 1 Line Inputs: 2 Line Outputs (DC coupled): 2 Headphone Outputs: 1 USB-C ports: 1 Aux power ports: 1 AD / DA Conversion Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 Bit Depth: 24 |
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| Analogue I/O | Inputs Microphone (CH 1 - 2) Connector Type: 2x Combo-style, XLR / TRS Max Input: +14 dBu (balanced, minimum gain) Gain Range: 0 dB to +75 dB Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz) Dynamic Range: 113 dB (A-weighted, minimum gain) THD+ N: 0.001% (1 kHz, minimum gain) EIN: -129 dBu (max gain, 150 Ohms, 22 kHz BW, A-weighted) Input Impedance: 1600 Ohms Line In (CH 1 - 2) Connector Type: 2x Combo-style, XLR / TRS Max input level: +15 dBu (balanced, minimum gain) Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz) Dynamic Range: 114 dB (A-weighted, minimum gain) THD + N: 0.001% (1 kHz, minimum gain) Input Impedance: 10K Ohms Digital Trim: -10 to +10 dB Instrument In (Ch 1) Connector Type: 1 x ¼-inch Female Gain Range: -7 dB to +68 dB Max input level: +15 dBu (unbalanced, minimum gain) Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.2 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz) Dynamic Range: 111 dB (A-weighted, minimum gain) THD + N: 0.002% (1 kHz, minimum gain) Input Impedance: 1M Ohms Outputs Main Out (CH 1 - 2) Connector Type 2x ¼-inch Female, TRS Max Output Level +15 dBu (Balanced) Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.1 dB (unity gain, reference 1 kHz) Dynamic Range 117 dB (A-weighted) THD + N 0.001% (1 kHz, +4 dBu) Output Impedance 51 Ohms Trim Range -inf dB to 0 dB Headphone Out Connector Type 1x ¼-inch Female, TRS Stereo Max Output Level 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) THD + N 0.02% (1 kHz) Output Impedance 22 Ohms Trim Range -inf dB to 0 dB |
| Aux Power DC Connector | USB-C (USB-C to USB-C cable required, not included) |
| Aux Power DC Requirements | 5VDC, 1.8A |
| Product Dimensions | Length: 6.9’’ (175 mm) Width: 6.2’’ (157 mm) Height: 1.9’’ (48 mm) |
| Weight | 1.5 lb (0.68 kg) |
