All Audio Interfaces > Edirol > FA-101
Edirol FA-101 Audio Interface
Edirol FA-101 Reviews
Write a review or read reviews of the Edirol FA-101 audio interface here at Recording Review.
Compare
Use the Home Recording Soundcard Wizard to make sure the Edirol FA-101 audio interface is right for you.
Search For Edirol FA-101
Search Recording Review for discussion of the Edirol FA-101 audio interface.
Shop
Research
Reviews
Write a review or read reviews of the Edirol FA-101 audio interface here at Recording Review.
Compare
Use the Home Recording Soundcard Wizard to make sure the Edirol FA-101 audio interface is right for you.
Search
Search Recording Review for discussion of the Edirol FA-101.
Analog inputs:8
# of Preamps:2
# of Hi-Z Inputs: 1
Connection To Computer: Firewire
MIDI Connection: yes
Included Software:
Multiple Monitor Mixes:no
Price: $500 US
Mac Compatible: yes
PC Compatible: yes
S/PDIF inputs: yes
AES inputs: no
ADAT Lightpipe inputs: no
The Edirol FA-101 FireWire Audio Capture Interface gives phenomenal power to the studio musician. It's capable of 24-bit/96kHz digital audio resolution on all 10 channels for pristine multichannel recordings with full duplex monitoring and recording. In addition to 10x10 24-bit/96kHz performance, the FA-101 also offers stereo recording and playback at 24-bit/192kHz for performance at DVD-A and SuperCD quality. The portable musician will love that the FA-101 draws its power completely from the FireWire bus - there is no need for an electrical hookup.ÿAt an event, all of the band's hardware can be routed through the FA-101 to output to monitors, and at the same time the show can be recorded and, during the break, CDs burned to sell on the spot. The Performance DJ will rely on the FA-101's rugged metal chassis to allow him to pound the clubs without worrying about the state of his audio interface. Back at home, the FA-101 will return as the centerpiece to the home studio. Because of the FA-101's ability to supply so many simultaneous inputs, it's perfect for any portable audio application. Portability with no limitations means you'll be able to take the FA-101 to any kind of performance to record multitrack audio. The 2 phantom-powered XLR/TRS combo jacks offer premium mic preamps for incredibly clean recording with studio condenser mics or dynamic stage mics. The back of the FA-101 hosts a number of 1/4" TRS balances inputs and outputs: six inputs and eight outputs in all. The front-mounted S/PDIF optical I/Os transfer audio to and from other digital devices, and the built-in MIDI interface allows a synthesizer or controller keyboard to be connected to the FA-101 for sequencing directly into a software program.
Recording Gear Quiz
Can you really hear the difference between a $5,000 signal chain vs a $100 signal chain? Take the recording gear quiz!Getting Started With Home Recording
A beginner's guide to everything you need to get started recording music at home and will hopefully allow you to avoid some pitfalls.Bit Depth Wars
Are 24 bit recordings superior to 16 bit recordings? Can you even hear a difference? We'll tackle this heated subject head on.Guitar Rig 2 vs Real, Expensive Recording Rig
How do the guitar emulators compare with the a high end amplifier and expensive signal chain? Find out.My Electric Guitar Secret Weapon
It's no secret that many big boy recordings come from cranked amps. However, here's my secret to cranking amps at home.Electric Guitar Microphone Shootout
What mics sound best on electric guitar? Who knows! However, I wasted an evening comparing mics in multiple places to help shed some light on the subject.AD Converter Shootout: Mytek AD96 vs Presonus Firestudio
What's a high end analog to digital converter going to do for you? Here are a few examples than can shed some light on the subject.10 Things Every Band Should Know Before Recording
The emphasis on recording always seems to be on the engineer. That's baloney! It's on the band! Do not step into a recording studio until you've read this!Voiceover Microphone Shootout
I'm not voiceover stud but I did go through most of my mics to see which mic worked best on my voice.Guitar Reamping: Test #1
Myth: You must stack up multiple amps to get a great sound. Find out if there is any significant benefit to blending multiple amps together for huge rock guitar tones.MIDI Troubleshooting 101
Having problems with MIDI? MIDI can be confusing at first, but this troubleshooting guide will help get you started.Presonus M80 vs Vintech 1272 Metal Guitars Preamp Shootout
Here's a head to head competition of the Presonus M80 and Vintech 1272 on high gain metal guitars.George Massenburg's Room
Check out the inside of one of the most innovative and unique control room designs in the world.Getting Started With Midi Sequencing
Not sure what MIDI is or if it can even benefit you? Start here!
