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Focusrite TrakMaster PRO

????? Single-Channel Preamplifier, a professional microphone preamplifier/compressor, is the latest in Focusrite's Platinum Pro series and the company's most affordable recording channel strip to date. Providing performance specifications never before seen at this price point, TrakMaster Pro features a mic preamp derived from Focusrite's award-winning Green range, front panel DI, problem-solving mid-scoop EQ, intuitive optical compression, latency-free monitoring, and the Platinum Pro series ADC option.

The Focusrite TrakMaster PRO preamp demonstrates the same wide-bandwidth philosophy as past Focusrite preamps, ensuring low noise and distortion and delivering clarity without unwanted artifacts. The low impedance switch of Focusrite TrakMaster PRO, a feature previously unavailable at this price point, brings yet further sound options to the recording process. Also featured are phantom power and a high pass filter for controlling rumble, proximity effect and pop reduction.

The mid-scoop EQ is a quick and effective problem-solver, with two different cut-depths and an adjustable frequency control. Ranging from 120Hz to 2kHz, it's ideal for problem solving or for great miked-up speaker cabinets. Staying true to the Focusrite philosophy, the intuitive optical vintage compressor has been tuned by ear and features Focusrite's custom fast-acting optos operating in Class A mode, allowing for smoother, lower-distortion performance than comparative off-the-shelf VCA circuits. With the addition of variable attack and the unique 'Squash' mode (ideal for punchy drum sounds), this Focusrite TrakMaster PRO compressor is equally capable of transparent compression or imposing a character of its own. Either way, Focusrite TrakMaster PRO brings professional compression within reach of a new audience.

The original TrakMaster's metering section has been massively augmented, and now features a unique 'porthole'-style peak level meter, alongside the trademark for the Platinum Pro series, latency-free monitoring. This section of Focusrite TrakMaster PRO offers the capacity to monitor tracked signals within the mix directly at source, avoiding having to monitor via the DAW or digital desk. A headphone or monitor mix can be created for either the artist or the engineer, with immediate, tactile control over levels. Finally, TrakMaster Pro accepts the established Platinum Pro 24-bit, 96kHz stereo analog to digital converter, providing a high-quality direct digital route from the TrakMaster Pro to the DAW.

Focusrite's always been clear on the philosophy behind the Platinum range and they're only too aware of what they need to deliver to stay ahead of the game in this market. While TrakMaster Pro is the most affordable unit Focusrite has ever produced, it still breaks barriers. Carrying on where the TrakMaster left off, you've now got switchable impedance and latency-free monitoring -- features that previously just weren't available at this price point. Quite simply, TrakMaster Pro provides more bang for your buck than any other unit on the market.

Features

Mic input response:

Gain: +13dB to +60dB

Input impedance: 2.5 kilohms (150 ohms in Lo Z mode)

EIN: 126dB @ 60dB gain with 150 ohms termination & 22Hz/22kHz filter

THD+N @ min gain (+13dB): 0.001% with 0dBu input & 22Hz/22kHz filter

THD+N @ max gain (+60dB): 0.009% with -38dBu input & 22Hz/22kHz filter

THD+N @ max input (+8dBu): 0.001% with 22Hz/22kHz filter

Frequency response @ min gain (+13dB) with -13dBu input: -3dB @ 10Hz & -2.3dB @ 200kHz

Frequency response @ max gain (+60dB) with -60dBu input: -3dB @ 13Hz & -3dB @ 78kHz

CMRR @ max gain (+60dB): 80dB

Line input response:

Gain: -10dB to +36dB

Input impedance: 24 kilohms

Noise @ unity gain (0dB): -88dBu with 22Hz/22kHz filter

S/N ratio relative to max headroom (+36dBu): 124dB

S/N ratio relative to 0dBFSs (+22dBu): 110dB

THD+N @ unity gain (0dB): 0.001% with 0dBFS (+22dBu) input and 22Hz/22kHz filter

Frequency response @ unity gain (0dB): -2.8dB @ 10Hz & -3dB @ 200kHz

Instrument input response:

Gain: +13dB to +60dB

Input impedance: 1 Megohm

Noise @ min gain (+13dB): -87dBu with 22Hz/22kHz filter

Noise @ max gain (+60dB): -45dBu with 22Hz/22kHz filter

THD+N @ min gain (+13dB): 0.004% with 0dBu input & 22Hz/22kHz filter

Frequency response @ min gain (+13dB) with -13dBu input: -3dB @ 10Hz & -2.3dB @ 200kHz

Level meter:

Peak level moving coil meter

Input & output: -24dBFS to +2dBFS (-2dBu to +24dBu), +22dBu: 0dBFS

Gain change: 0dB to 24dB
Hi pass filter:

Roll-off: 12dB/octave 2-pole filter

Cutoff frequency: -3dB @ 120Hz, -6dB @ 85Hz, -12dB @ 56Hz

Mid scoop EQ:

EQ shape: peak

Center frequency: variable between 120Hz and 2kHz

Cut (Deep switch out): -5dB

Cut (Deep switch in): -10dB

Q (Deep switch out): 0.7

Q (Deep switch in): 2

Compressor:

Threshold range (Squash switch out): -54dBFS (-32dBu) to -18dBFS (+4dBu)

Threshold range (Squash switch in): -37dBFS (-15dBu) to -4dBFS (+18dBu)

Compressor ratio (Squash switch out): 2.5:1

Compressor ratio (Squash switch in): 35:1

Noise: -90dBu measured with a 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter.

Make-up gain: 0 to +30dB.

Optional ADC performance:

Sample frequency: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz & 96kHz

Bit depth: 24bit

Maximum analog input level: +22dBu (0dBfs)

Dynamic range: 109dB 'A' weighted

External word clock input: BNC connector

ADC external in: balanced 1/4 in. TRS jack socket input (+4dBu)

Monitor in: 2 x balanced 1/4 in. TRS jack socket inputs (+4dBu)

Monitor out: 2 x balanced 1/4 in. TRS jack socket outputs (+4dBu)
Line out:

Balanced 1/4 in. TRS jack socket output (+4dBu)

Unbalanced 1/4 in. TRS jack socket output (-10dBV)

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02/12/2012 - The compressor is very useable, especially on vocals. It’s capable of very fast attack times, and I could make any sound sit pretty well in my mix while recording. The Squash limiter function is like turning on an entirely different compressor, and is particularly good on bass sounds.

Rating:

[5 of 5 Stars]

-- Yolanda Pepe

10/18/2011 - The TrakMaster Pro's compressor is loads of fun: it can sound clean for vocals and acoustic guitar, but it excels at crushing drum loops. The Slow Attack switch enables you to set the compressor to extreme levels without losing too much punch on kick drums and snares, so you can really get things pumping. The Squash setting behaves more like a limiter: if you set it carefully, you can contain transient peaks without impacting too much on the musical quality.

Rating:

[5 of 5 Stars]

-- David Thomas

10/05/2010 - Awesome pre-amp. We were using 2 Joe Meek pre-amps in the studio that didn't have enough gain, that had obnoxious pumping compressors, and overall put out a pretty frumpy sound. With this Focusrite unit, the difference is night and day. I LOVE the way this unit is set up. If you read the simple instructions and follow them, getting a good clean, well-articulated signal is easy . . . with plenty of fudge room. The compressor on this thing is excellent, transparent, and very musical. I highly recommend this unit.

Rating:

[5 of 5 Stars]

-- Mike Burns

08/19/2010 - Focusrite Platinum units are always clearly and simply laid out, and the Trakmaster Pro is no exception.

Rating:

[5 of 5 Stars]

-- Andy Switala

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