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The Fairlight Audio Accelerator is a professional-grade audio processing card designed to bring exceptional performance, speed, and efficiency to high-end audio post-production in DaVinci Resolve's Fairlight audio suite. Ideal for professional audio engineers, post-production studios, and broadcasters, the Fairlight Audio Accelerator delivers ultra-low latency, pristine audio quality, and powerful DSP processing capabilities. This accelerator card enhances complex audio workflows by providing real-time playback, increased track count, and seamless mixing of multi-channel audio for surround sound and immersive formats, making it perfect for film, television, music, and live broadcast environments.
Key Features
- Ultra-Low Latency for Real-Time Processing
The Fairlight Audio Accelerator ensures smooth, real-time playback with ultra-low latency, allowing for precise audio adjustments and monitoring. This feature is essential for professionals working on detailed audio mixes, where timing and response are critical. - Supports High Track Counts for Complex Mixes
The audio accelerator card supports hundreds of audio tracks, making it suitable for intricate projects with multiple layers, effects, and routing configurations. This capability allows audio engineers to handle large-scale, high-track-count productions with ease. - Powerful DSP for Superior Sound Quality
Equipped with dedicated Digital Signal Processing (DSP), the Fairlight Audio Accelerator delivers crystal-clear audio fidelity and maintains high resolution throughout the mixing process. This high-grade DSP processing ensures each detail is captured and preserved, resulting in premium audio quality. - Seamless Integration with DaVinci Resolve's Fairlight Tools
Designed to work seamlessly with DaVinci Resolve, the Fairlight Audio Accelerator offers instant access to powerful audio mixing, editing, and processing capabilities. This integration enhances workflow efficiency and maximizes the potential of Fairlight's advanced tools. - Enhanced Workflow Efficiency and Resource Optimization
By offloading demanding audio tasks to dedicated hardware, the accelerator card frees up computer resources, allowing for faster and smoother operation. This efficiency boost is essential for post-production studios working under tight deadlines. - Rugged, Professional-Grade Build
Built to meet the demands of a professional studio environment, the Fairlight Audio Accelerator is designed with durability and reliability in mind. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance in high-stress settings. - Increased Channel Support for Immersive Audio
The accelerator supports multi-channel audio formats, including surround sound and immersive audio configurations, enabling users to create advanced mixes for film, TV, and live productions.
Why Choose the Fairlight Audio Accelerator?
The Fairlight Audio Accelerator is a powerful tool for audio professionals who need speed, efficiency, and exceptional sound quality in their post-production workflows. With ultra-low latency, high track count support, and robust DSP processing, it enables audio engineers to mix, edit, and master complex audio projects with precision. Seamlessly integrated with DaVinci Resolve's Fairlight tools, this accelerator card provides the power needed for detailed, high-resolution audio production, allowing studios to achieve superior results in less time.
- Product Identifiers -
MPN: DV/RFL/AUDACC2EAN: 9338716004731
- In The Box -
- Fairlight Audio Accelerator
- Product Specifications -
Connections
- MADI Inputs: 1 x MADI input via 75 ohm BNC
- MADI Outputs: 1 x MADI output via 75 ohm BNC
- MADI Expansion: Supports Fairlight Audio MADI Upgrade via SATA connectors 1, 2 and 3.
- I/O Expansion: Supports Fairlight Audio Interface via multi-pin connector on shield.
- PCI Form Factor: Single half length PCIe x4 board
Product Specifics
- Sampling: 44.1, 48, 96 and 192 KHz with minimum 32 bit floating point processing.
- Channel Structure: Verified using Mac Pro 7,1 with Intel CPU.
- Core Audio
- Track count organized from mono to 26.0.
- 2000 Mono Audio Tracks at 48kHz.
- 1000 Mono Audio Tracks at 96kHz.
- 500 Mono Audio Tracks at 192kHz.
- Total Busses
- 256 Busses plus 512 Bus elements at 48kHz.
- 256 Busses plus 256 Bus elements at 96kHz.
- 256 Busses plus 128 Bus elements at 192kHz.
- Record Channels
- 128 at 48kHz.
- 64 at 96kHz.
- 32 at 192kHz.
- Additional Record Channels
- When used with Core Audio plus Fairlight Accelerator.
- 256 at 48kHz.
- 128 at 96kHz.
- 64 at 192kHz.
- Channel Facilities
- Elastic wave time warping and sample rate conversion.
- Six band EQ.
- Expander/gate, compressor and limiter.
- Up to six Resolve, VST or AU plugins.
- Direct out.
- Four band clip based EQ.
- Up to six Resolve, VST or AU clip based plugins.
- Mono, stereo, 5.1, 7.1 up to 26.0 and other 3D channel formats.
- In place solo.
- Up to 16 VCA groups.
- FlexBus Structure
- Up to 512 mono bus elements, organized in any format from mono to 26.0.
- Mono, stereo, 5.1, 7.1 up to 26.0 and other 3D bus formats.
- Up to 10 bus sends per channel and bus with independent level control.
- Up to 10 post fader bus sends per channel and bus.
- Automatic and flexible delay compensation.
- Bus Facilities
- Four band EQ.
- Compressor and limiter.
- Up to six Resolve, VST or AU pre fader plugins.
- Direct out.
- Plug-ins
- Up to six Resolve, VST or AU plug-ins on any channel or bus.
- Tactile control of plug-ins from the Fairlight audio editor.
- Plug-ins are fully controllable with automation.
- Monitoring
- Up to four simultaneous sources.
- Source from internal buses or external inputs.
- Up to 16 different speaker sets.
- Customizable fold up and fold down when crossing formats.
- Optional B-Chain processor for cinematic setups with up to 64 speakers.
Operating Systems
- Mac 13.0 Ventura, Mac 14.0 Sonoma or later.
- Windows 10 Creators Update, Windows 11
Power
- Power Usage: 14W
Physical Specifications
- Length: 7.36in
- Weight: 7.65 oz
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
- Storage Temperature: -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F)
- Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing
Hassle Free Returns
At Motion Media, our goal is to ensure your complete satisfaction with your purchase. If, for whatever reason, you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you may return it to Motion Media within 30 days. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be received within three business days of receipt of merchandise.
Refunds on returned items will be issued in the same payment form as tendered at the time of purchase. If payment was made by credit card, once we receive the product we will credit your account. Please allow 7-10 days for a credit to appear on your credit card statement. If payment was made by check, please allow 10 business days for a refund check to be issued.
Please read all conditions below. If conditions are not met, Motion Media reserves the right to refuse the return or to charge a restocking fee of up to 25%.
How to return or exchange an item:
- In order to return an item you need to first obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number.
- To request an RMA number, please visit our contact page and send us an email with the request.
- To request an RMA number by phone, call Customer Service at 310-450-4000.
- Place the original package into a shipping carton.
- Include the invoice and the reason for the return. If defective, please specify the defect.
- Please do not place stickers or shipping labels on the original manufacturer's package.
- The RMA number must be clearly written on the outer box. If you received a label in the email, print the label and tape it to the carton.
- Ship via insured ground service with a tracking number. Return shipping charges are the responsibility of the customer. We are not responsible for lost or damaged packages.
- Send pre-authorized returns to:
Motion Media, LLC
Attn: RMA#XXXXX
2875 E. Patrick Lane, Suite O
Las Vegas, NV 89120
- Alternatively, you may return an item at our office at the above location, with an approved RMA.
Rules:
- All returned or exchanged items must be in new condition,
unopened in the original box, and must include all packing material, blank warranty cards, manuals, and all accessories. 15% restocking fee on any opened items. If you are going to return, do not open the box. - 25% restocking fee on LitePanels, Anton Bauer and Sachtler returns.
- Motion Media is not responsible for personal data or items left in returned merchandise.
- Defective items may be repaired or exchanged at our discretion for the same model or manufacturer's equivalent model.
- RMA numbers are valid for 10 days.
- Motion Media is not responsible for any consequential or incidental damage resulting from the sale or use of any merchandise bought from us. We are responsible for the monetary value of the merchandise only.
*No Return/Exchange On:
- No Returns on Blackmagic Design purchases.
- Any Electronically Delivered Software
- 3D Printers & Accessories
- Custom systems built or modified by Motion Media to customer's specifications
- Educational dvd's and books once unwrapped
- Motion Media Gift Cards are redeemable for merchandise only and may not be redeemed for cash.
