Record at 24-bit/96kHz with four Focusrite preamps, 18 in/8 out, using FireWire or Thunderbolt.
Designed with both studio recording and live musicians in mind, Saffire PRO 26 features a comprehensive selection of professional analogue and digital I/O options. A total of 18 inputs and eight outputs includes four preamps, two instrument inputs, two headphone outputs, six line outputs and ADAT & S/PDIF connectivity. This extensive feature set allows you to expand and augment your recording or live setups, ensuring you get the most out of your interface.

Like all Saffire interfaces, Saffire PRO 26 connects seamlessly to a Thunderbolt port via a FireWire to Thunderbolt adaptor (not included) or directly to a FireWire 800 port with the cable provided. Its dual-protocol compatibility (Firewire and Thunderbolt) means it will work seamlessly for years to come with the next generation of computers.

At the heart of Saffire PRO 26 lies its impeccable sonic integrity. The four award-winning Focusrite preamps allow unparalleled recording flexibility and ensure low noise and distortion with plenty of headroom to capture the full dynamic range of even the loudest drumkit or guitar amp, whilst precision 24-bit/96kHz digital conversion and JetPLL jitter-elimination technology maintain pristine audio quality in both analogue and digital domains.

Saffire PRO 26 comes in a sleek yet sturdy chassis that will sit neatly on your desktop or fit easily into a bag for transport. Built to last, Saffire PRO 26 can withstand the harshness of the road, but looks great in your studio too! What's more, thanks to Saffire Mix Control - a control software application that runs on the host computer - Saffire PRO 26 is just as powerful in live situations as it is in the studio. The ultra-low-latency 26x8 DSP mixer/router features flexible output routing and monitoring for custom monitor mixes, as well as intuitive one-click presets to help you set up your session as quickly as possible, whether you're tracking, mixing or monitoring.

Four Award-winning Focusrite Preamps
Focusrite's unparalleled preamp heritage lies at the heart of Saffire PRO 26, which includes four award-winning preamps, helping to make it the best-sounding interface in its class

Precision 24-bit/96kHz conversion and pristine analogue audio
Precision A-D / D-A conversion with JetPLL jitter reduction technology; pristine digital & analogue audio quality and reliable synchronisation

Multiple Connectivity Options - FireWire or Thunderbolt*
Like all Saffire interfaces, Saffire PRO 26 will connect to multiple ports on your computer including FireWire and Thunderbolt* ports. Saffire PRO 26 connects seamlessly to a Thunderbolt port via a FireWire to Thunderbolt adaptor (not included) or directly to a FireWire 800 port with the provided cable.

Keep your USB Buses Free
If you are connecting multiple USB devices to your computer such as external hard drives, mice and keyboards then streaming audio over a separate FireWire or Thunderbolt* port will allow you to keep your USB ports free and reduce the possibility of interference with other devices.

Comprehensive I/O - 18 inputs and 8 outputs
A host of I/O options is provided, including four mic/line pres, two of which have high-impedance instrument capability and 8dB pads, plus two additional TRS inputs; two independently-controlled headphone outputs, six TRS line outputs and a 'loopback' facility for routing audio between software applications via Saffire MixControl

Expand your interface with up to eight extra analogue inputs
ADAT optical input allows extensive input expansion of your interface - expand Saffire PRO 26 with up to eight additional preamps or line inputs. Pair Saffire PRO 26 with Focusrite's OctoPre MkII eight-channel preamp and instantly transform your interface into a 12 preamp unit

FireWire Bus-powered
Connect directly to your FireWire port for bus power, extremely useful for live or mobile recording applications

Dual headphone outputs - multiple monitor mixes
Give multiple artists independent, fully customised monitor mixes - two with independent headphone sockets and front-panel level controls

5-Segment LED metering
Use the six front-panel LED meters to accurately monitor input levels when recording

Solid build quality in a portable chassis
Saffire PRO 26 can sit neatly on your desktop, or will easily fit into a bag for mobile recording or live performance usage

Comprehensive Software Bundle
Included is a free DAW in the form of Ableton Live Lite, Focusrite's professional Midnight and Scarlett plug-in suites, Novation BassStation virtual synthesiser and 1GB of Loopmasters sample content.

Digital Performance
A-D Dynamic Range: 109 dB A-weighted (all inputs)
D-A Dynamic Range: 109 dB A-weighted (line outputs)
Supported Sample Rates: 44.1kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz

Microphone Inputs
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz +/- 0.1 dB
THD + N: < 0.001% (measured with 0dBFS input and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Noise (NiPoS): 90 dBFS (22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu at 1% (A-weighted)

Line Inputs
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz +/- 0.1dB
THD + N: < 0.001% (measured with 0 dBFS input and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Noise (NiPoS): 90dBFS (22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Maximum Input Level: 28.5 dBu at 1% (A-weighted)

Instrument Inputs
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.1dB
THD + N: -1 dBFS, min gain, no pad 0.0015%
Maximum Input Level: +8dBu (min gain, without pad)

Headphone Outputs
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz +/- 0.1 dB
Maximum Output into 32R: +12.4 dBu (+10.2 dBV)
Power into 32R: 250mW
Output Impedance: < 7 Ohms
Load Impedance: > 24 Ohms

Line Level Outputs
THD + N: <0.001% (measured with 0dBFS input and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Maximum Output Level (0dBFS): 15.7 dBu at 0.883% (A-weighted)

Additional Conversion Performance
Clock Jitter: < 250 picoseconds
THD + N AMPL: -109 dBFS (A-weighted)

Other I/O
1 x FireWire 400 Socket
2 x Standard 5-Pin DIN MIDI Connectors

Weights and Dimensions
Weight: 2.98kg
Height: 45mm
Width: 320mm
Depth: 195mm