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Behringer BCA2000 Audio Interface

January 2004 saw Behringer announce the launch of the Audio Interface Product Line: B-Control Audio BCA2000. Released for shipping in the second quarter of 2004, the BCA2000 is a high speed USB 2.0 multi-channel audio/MIDI control interface with ADAT support, surround outputs, and an extensive monitor control section.

This unit is a great start for home recording and can be expanded with the other B-Control units.

Features

• High-Performance analog input section with 2 state-of-the-art studio-grade IMP "Invisible" Mic Preamps, +48V Phantom power plus line and Hi-Z guitar inputs
• Ultra-flexible input/output configuration supported by a comprehensive LED audio routing indicator plus button (status) LEDs
• Adjustable studio-grade analog input dynamic control (noise gate+limiter) prevents distorted input signals or A/D converter overload
• Fully equipped USB/MIDI interface with 1 MIDI In/2 MIDI Outs individually selectable for 16/32 MIDI channels
• Versatile digital input and output formats like ADAT, ADAT S/MUX, AES/EBU, and S/PDIF, including Dolby Digital and DTS support
• Simultaneous use of 3 analog input sources (1 mono + 1 stereo), digital input sources plus full multi-channel playback @ 24-bit/96kHz
• High-resolution 2×12 element LED level indicator for stereo In/Out signals plus 2-element LED level indicator for input and output channels 3-8
• High-speed USB 2.0 interface with 24-bit/96 kHz supports 8 In+8 Out channels simultaneously (analog and digital) with low latency ASIO 2 & WDM drivers
• Fully equipped master and monitor sections with 100mm faders, individual level controls for 2 speakers, 2 phones and direct monitor function plus separate dim, mute and mono functions
• High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction for long life and durability

In Use

Simply connect your B-Control to your computer via high-speed USB 2.0. Then connect your keyboard, guitar and mic. True audiophiles will surely appreciate the fully equipped master and monitor sections with 100-mm fader, individual level controls for 2 speakers, 2 phones and low-latency direct monitor function plus separate dim, mute and mono functions.

The BCA2000’s fully equipped USB/MIDI interface with 1 MIDI input and 2 MIDI outputs is individually selectable for 16/32 MIDI channels. Plus, full multi-channel playback is enabled at 24-bit/96 kHz. There is a high-resolution 2 x 12 element LED level indicator for stereo In/Out signals plus 2-element LED level indicator for input and output channels 3 through 8. The high-speed USB 2.0 interface with 24-bit/96 kHz supports 8 In & 8 Out channels simultaneously (analog and digital) with low-latency ASIO 2 and WDM drivers.

Included in the package is a detailed instruction manual, featuring a good explanation on setting the system up. As a first timer at the home studio setup, I found this very well set out, and easy to follow. Aiding this, was the inclusion of several diagrams showing studio layouts, from a very basic setup "on the go" to a home studio, such as my own, all the way up to a full professional studio.

Purchase

The BCA unit can be purchased from Boomerang Sounds

Update: This unit is no longer in production, and it harder to get hold of. I will write an article on some alternatives soon - keep an eye on the site. Look on google if you still want to purchase the BCA2000