M-Audio Audiophile 2496

The Audiophile 2496 embodies a quantum leap in computer audio fidelity and performance unequalled by other audio cards in its price range. This critically acclaimed PCI card features premium digital audio converters, elegant board design and ultra-stable drivers just like the rest of the Delta line, but with a simpler I/O configuration. As a member of the Delta family, the Audiophile 2496 supports all computer platforms and major software programs, ensuring seamless integration and rock-solid performance. See why the Audiophile 2496 is one of the best-selling digital audio cards in the industry.

Features/Specs
•2 x 2 analog I/O
•24-bit/96kHz fidelity
•S/PDIF digital I/O with 2-channel PCM
•SCMS copy protection control
•Digital I/O supports surround-encoded AC-3 and DTS pass-through
•1 x 1 MIDI I/O
•Zero-latency monitoring
•Software controlled 36-bit internal DSP digital mixing/routing
•Gold-plated RCA jacks
•Apple G5 compatible
•Includes Maximum Audio Tools software bundle
•Frequency response: 22Hz-22kHz, -0.4, -0.4dB
•Dynamic range: 104dB (A-weighted) (D/A), 100.4dB (A-weighted) (A/D)
•THD: < 0.002%
•Size/weight: 5-1/4” x 5” x 7/8”; 0.2 lbs.

•36-bit Embedded DSP
All Delta cards contain a 36-bit embedded DSP enabling a software-driven patchbay/router for all analog and digital I/O—all with extremely fast throughput for low-latency software monitoring. A single unified control panel provides settings for clock and sample rates, buffer sizes, individual signal levels for every input and output, adjustable +4dBu/-10dBV pad conrols and digital I/O control on up to four installed Delta cards. All controls are also easily accessible through most professional audio software applications for seamless integration and operation.


System Compatibility/Requirements
•ASIO 2
•MME
•Sound Manager
•OMS
•DirectX
•GSIF
•Mac OS X Core Audio / Core MIDI

•Mac: G3* 500MHz with OS 9.2.2, 128MB RAM, G4* 500MHz with OS X 10.1.5, 10.2.6 or greater, 256MB RAM, OMS 2.3.8 for MIDI under OS 9.2.2
*G3/G4 accelerator cards not supported; OS 10.3 required for Dolby Digital and DTS “pass-through” with Apple DVD Player

•Windows: 98SE / Me / 2000 (SP4) / XP (SP1)
For 96kHz operation: Pentium III 500mHz w/ 128MB RAM
For 48kHz operation: Pentium II 400 w/ 64MB RAM