RME Babyface Pro FS – Portable 24-Channel Professional USB Audio Interface
The RME Babyface Pro FS compacts studio-level transparency into a rugged, bus-powered aluminium chassis. Offering pristine mic pres, ultra-clear AD/DA conversion, and next-generation clocking, it delivers rock-solid performance for mobile producers, home studios, and live sound engineers.
Key Features
- 2 class-leading mic preamps with digitally-controlled gain: 76 dB range, relay-activated PAD, individually switchable 48 V phantom power, all with stellar equivalent input noise and overload protection.
- 12 in / 12 out I/O on a compact frame: 4 analog inputs (2× XLR mic/line, 2× line/instrument), balanced outputs (2× XLR), dual headphone outputs, ADAT/SPDIF via optical, MIDI I/O, and USB-B connectivity.
- SteadyClock FS synchronization: Cutting-edge femtosecond clock design ensures ultra-stable wordclock performance and near-zero jitter.
- Top-tier headphone amplifiers: Borrowed from RME’s high-end ADI-2 Pro, offering 90 mW output, dramatically lowered impedance, and significantly reduced distortion.
- Versatile gain and level control: Hexagonal encoder dial and front-panel meters control input gain, output levels, and headphone mix; dedicated level-switch to toggle between +19 dBu and +4 dBu output levels.
- TotalMix FX software: FPGA-based mixer/routing with effects like EQ, reverb, delay, and full remote control across platforms.
- Bus- or mains-powered: Robust USB bus operation; optional 12 V DC inlet provides extra stability on high-demand setups.
Customer Benefits
The Babyface Pro FS brings pro-grade recording power to any workspace. It records transparently, routes flexibly, and monitors precisely—all in a lightweight, desktop-ready form. Whether you're capturing vocals in the field, mixing in your home studio, or performing setup-intensive live gigs, TotalMix FX keeps your workflow intuitive and your signal path uncompromised.
Quick Specs
- Analog I/O: 2× XLR mic/line ins, 2× TRS line/instrument ins; 2× XLR balanced outs
- Digital I/O: ADAT/SPDIF optical I/O
- Headphones: 1× ¼″ (high impedance), 1× 3.5 mm (low impedance)
- MIDI: In/Out via breakout cable
- USB: 1× Type B (USB 2.0 compatible)
- Sample rates: 44.1 – 192 kHz, 24-bit
- Power options: USB bus-powered; optional locking 12 V DC
- Clocking: Internal or ADAT/optical with SteadyClock FS
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 10.8 cm × 3.5 cm × 18.1 cm
- Weight: Approx. 680 g
What’s in the Box
- RME Babyface Pro FS audio interface
- USB-A to USB-B 2.0 cable
- MIDI breakout cable
- Hard plastic protective case
- Quick start guide and printed manual
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Transparent, studio-quality sound with extremely low noise and distortion
- Premium headphone amplification with unmatched power and fidelity
- Extremely stable clocking and flexible I/O in a compact chassis
- TotalMix FX software offers deep routing and mixing with full remote control
⚠️ Cons:
- Minimal physical controls—some functions require software navigation
- Not the most economical choice for simple setups due to its price point
The RME Babyface Pro FS delivers perfection in portability and audio integrity—an essential hub for anyone serious about recording and monitoring on the go.
