Introduction
The RME Babyface PRO is a compact audio interface designed for musicians and recording enthusiasts seeking top-notch sound quality in a portable package.
Build and Design
The device boasts a sleek and sturdy aluminum chassis that not only looks professional but also ensures durability on the go. With its compact size, it easily fits into your backpack, making it an ideal companion for recording sessions anywhere.
Connectivity
The Babyface PRO offers versatile connectivity options, featuring two XLR/TRS combo inputs, two headphone outputs, MIDI I/O, and ADAT I/O. This extensive range of connections caters to various recording setups, allowing for flexibility in your creative process.
Sound Quality
The Babyface PRO has an amazing sound quality. Its preamps provide clear and detailed audio, capturing all the little details in your recordings accurately. It also has low latency, meaning there’s very little delay when recording, making it a great choice for both studio and live music situations.
User-Friendly Interface
Using the Babyface PRO is really easy because of its simple layout and user-friendly controls. The clear LED lights quickly show you input levels and device status, making it suitable for everyone, regardless of their experience level.
TotalMix FX Software
The Babyface PRO comes with TotalMix FX software, which is a powerful tool for digital mixing. This software lets you have precise control over how your audio is routed and processed, making it easier for you to adjust and perfect your audio setup.
Interface Pros:
- Durable aluminum construction for long-lasting use
- Small and easy to carry around
- Various ways to connect devices
- Excellent sound quality with clear preamps
- Quick recording without delays
- Easy-to-use interface
- TotalMix FX software improves audio control
Interface Cons:
- Premium price point may be a drawback for budget-conscious users
- Limited number of inputs may be insufficient for larger recording setups
Conclusion
In summary, the RME Babyface PRO is impressive because it’s portable, well-built, and has excellent audio performance. Even though the price might be a bit high for people on a budget, the features and great sound make it worth the investment for those who want a dependable and compact audio interface.
JAMES SCOTT –
My god is this just an amazing little box. For higher end home recording just soend the money and take the time to learn the included software. The software is a pain but worth it if your serious. The best part is that if you plannon upgrading to more inputs and outputs it’s pretty easy and you’ll still have the high end circuitry for a professional setup. But like i said, learning the software is a pain. Give it some time and you be happy you made the choice.
Mr BigEars –
For a small package, this interface delivers good functionality and clean converters and a decent headphone amp.
Unless you use the ADAT IO, the connections are limited to 2 MICs and 2 line inputs. But it is very portable and powers from the USB port. The TotalMIX software is very flexible although not well explained. The manual covers everything for the guy who wrote the software, but it’s not obvious to someone who is new to the product. If you are a beginner in audio stuff, this will confuse the heck out of you. For example, you will not hear yourself thru the headphones in the default setup. You need to bring up the MIC channel for the headphone out channel in the software. This is very easy to do if you know where everything is and how it works. For beginners who don’t need the small/portable size or for a small band, I would recommend something with more knobs and an easier UI, such as the excellent Yamaha MG12XU series, or even the Zoom R16/24 if you need to record separate stems (outputs 8 of them over USB). Depending on your needs for on location stuff etc, Zoom F4 or F8N Multitrack Field Recorder could be a better option. As far as audio quality, Babyface Pro is top notch, very clear sound in and out. Software seemed to run without issues on my Windows 7 system. If you need something good quality to hook up to your laptop, then Babyface Pro delivers. Just be prepared for the software learning curve at the start. This thing even supports remote control!
Scott –
The item received, first of all, wasn’t even a pro. It was a 2 year old previous model.
So it was used, damaged, with screws loose, and no cables to attach it. Returned immediately.
PHR –
There is not much to say, excellent german engineering very good sound, very flexible and easy to use, Total Mix FX give a real plus to the user. I bought this interface to complement my old Sound Devices USBpre 2 (excellent sound) but the digital part is getting bit dated. Thanks RME
Chee Her –
The quality is very good and it gives the latency very low that I have no issue using a bunch of plugins.
Charles Cliett –
My previous audio interface was RME’s Fireface 800 and I was a bit hesitant to try something at the much lower price point of the Babyface Pro. I should not have worried. I use this interface at home and sometimes mobile but not with a full band. The two mic pre’s are clean and have lots of headroom. I use the TLM-103’s with it. I was already accustomed to the TotalMix software so that wasn’t difficult to learn. The reverb, echo, and EQ are ok but not something I use, except when I get stuck with some cheap headphones. It badly needs a stand. I turned a metal bookend over, used some velcro and it works great. The buttons do take a good push to work. I use near field speakers, SPDIF, MIDI, phones, and the USB to sometimes my MAC and other times to one of my PC’s. RME hit my needs dead on.
D982 –
RME makes some of the best audio interfaces and drivers in the industry for low latency and solid performance. I tried one of those Scarlett devices and had to return it after one day due to driver problems. I’ve now been using the BFP for over two years, and it’s never ONCE glitched or done anything other than give me pristine audio quality and perform like a champ even with some heavy productions of more than 60 tracks.
Armando Araujo –
I would’ve given it a higher score but the product came opened
and didn’t include the USB 2.0 cable like it’s supposed to