{"product_id":"rme-fireface-ufx-iii-188-channel-24-bit-192khz-usb-3-audio-interface","title":"RME Fireface UFX III - 188-Channel, 24-Bit\/192kHz USB 3 Audio Interface","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRME Fireface UFX III - 188-Channel, 24-Bit\/192kHz USB 3 Audio Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fireface UFX III is RME's multichannel flagship, a full 1U rackmount interface capable of handling up to 94 channels of I\/O simultaneously, built around newly developed analogue and digital boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines an extensive analog I\/O set, MADI connectivity, dual ADAT, AES\/EBU, word clock, standalone operation, and direct USB multitrack recording into a single unit that can serve as the complete centre of a professional studio or live rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LZrnDHmPmpU?si=t9s42ihOESHzx4Zt\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; aspect-ratio: 16\/9;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 2rem; padding: 2rem; background: #ededf4; border: 1px solid #30A2DC;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"color: #30a2dc; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 2rem;\"\u003eWHY BUY THE UFX III OVER OTHER BRANDS? CLICK TO FIND OUT.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; height: 1px; background: grey;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Fireface UFX III isn't competing with standard audio interfaces - it's in a different category entirely. It's built for professionals who need a system that can grow with them, handle any environment, and never be the limiting factor in a workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe channel count is genuinely useful, not just a number.\u003c\/strong\u003e With 12 analog channels on-board, dual ADAT adding up to 16 more, AES\/EBU adding 2, and MADI adding up to 64, the UFX III can interface with practically any professional audio system in existence. A full orchestra session, a live venue install, a broadcast facility, or a hybrid studio with extensive outboard: this handles all of it from a single USB cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMADI changes what's possible.\u003c\/strong\u003e No other interface at this form factor includes full optical MADI with 64 channels. It allows the UFX III to connect directly to digital consoles, stage boxes, and large-format converters, opening up installations and live rigs that would otherwise require dedicated MADI cards or additional hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe preamp quality matches the channel count.\u003c\/strong\u003e Four front-panel preamps with an EIN of -129.8 dBu are genuinely high-end figures, not compromised specs included to fill a spec sheet. Combined with the improved THD+N on the new converter boards, the UFX III records with the kind of accuracy that holds up in mastering and critical production work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt works without a computer.\u003c\/strong\u003e The DURec and standalone modes aren't afterthoughts. Recording 80 channels directly to a USB drive at a live show, playing back for a virtual soundcheck, recalling a saved configuration at the push of a button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3 Class Compliant opens up iPad and Linux.\u003c\/strong\u003e The full 94-channel Class Compliant mode on USB 3 is unique to the UFX III among RME interfaces. For engineers working with iPad Pro as a recording platform, or in Linux-based post-production environments, this is significant, as no other interface of this capability works driverlessly at this channel count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotalMix FX at this scale is a genuine mixer replacement.\u003c\/strong\u003e With 94 channels routable in any direction, per-channel DSP, Room EQ, dynamics, and wireless remote control. TotalMix FX on the UFX III replaces what would previously have required a dedicated hardware mixer and patchbay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-term investment.\u003c\/strong\u003e RME's track record of driver support and hardware longevity means the UFX III will remain current and functional across OS updates for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUp to 94 channels I\/O — analog, ADAT, AES\/EBU, and 64-channel MADI from a single 1U unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMADI connectivity opens the door to digital consoles, stage boxes, and large-format studio systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePreamp EIN of -129.8 dBu — high-end performance, not a compromise spec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDURec records up to 80 channels directly to USB drive with no computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFull USB 3.0 Class Compliant mode — 94 channels driverless on iPad, Mac, and Linux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTotalMix FX replaces a hardware mixer at any scale, with remote Wi-Fi control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStandalone operation with front-panel control and storable configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDC-coupled outputs for CV\/Gate to modular synthesizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRME's in-house drivers guarantee long-term OS support and stability\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eBuild \u0026amp; Format\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFX III occupies a single rack unit and ships with rack ears fitted. Despite its standard 1U format, the rear panel is exceptionally dense, with eight balanced TRS line inputs and outputs, dual ADAT optical I\/O, AES\/EBU, SPDIF, optical MADI, BNC word clock\/coaxial MADI, and a second MIDI I\/O.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front panel houses four XLR\/TRS combo inputs, two headphone outputs, MIDI I\/O, a full colour display with front-panel controls, and the DURec USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAudio Performance\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFX III uses newly developed AD and DA converters with improved THD+N figures across the board. The eight rear line inputs achieve an SNR of 116 dB (AES17), with THD below -120 dB. The four front mic preamps reach an EIN of -129.8 dBu (A-weighted), making them suitable for the most demanding microphone sources including ribbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated XLR stereo monitor outputs offer an additional +24 dBu output level mode, useful for driving high-headroom mastering monitor systems. Both headphone outputs deliver up to 200 mW per channel into 32 Ω, capable of driving any headphone without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none; margin-bottom: 2rem;\" alt=\"RME UFX III in a studio\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/3344\/9551\/files\/UFX-Web02.jpg?v=1774947442\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePreamps \u0026amp; Inputs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four front-panel XLR\/TRS combo inputs each support microphone, line, and instrument operation, switching automatically based on what's plugged in. The mic preamps offer a 75 dB gain range with individual 48V phantom power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstrument inputs present a 1 MΩ impedance for direct guitar and bass connection. The eight rear balanced TRS line inputs have switchable sensitivity between Lo Gain (+19 dBu) and +4 dBu, with an additional 0–12 dB variable digital gain stage for fine-tuning levels from any source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e4 × XLR\/TRS combo mic\/inst\/line inputs (front, 48V phantom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e8 × Balanced TRS line inputs (rear, switchable sensitivity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e8 × Balanced TRS line outputs (rear, switchable +19\/+13\/-10 dBV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2 × XLR balanced stereo monitor outputs (switchable up to +24 dBu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2 × Headphone outputs (6.3mm TRS, 200 mW @ 32 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMADI optical I\/O (SC duplex, 64 channels @ 48 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMADI coaxial I\/O (via BNC, switchable from word clock)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAES\/EBU I\/O (XLR, transformer-balanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2 × ADAT optical I\/O (TOSLINK, 16 channels @ 48 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2 × SPDIF optical I\/O (via ADAT 2 connectors, Multi-Mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWord clock I\/O (BNC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2 × MIDI I\/O (5-pin DIN, front and rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUSB 3.0 (host connection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUSB port (front, for DURec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eClass Compliant mode (94 channels, driverless)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eARC USB remote control compatible (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eMADI - 64 Channels Over a Single Cable\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFX III includes a full optical MADI interface via SC duplex connector, carrying up to 64 bidirectional channels at 48 kHz over a single cable. The BNC word clock connector doubles as a coaxial MADI I\/O, and a split mode allows both optical and coaxial MADI to operate simultaneously at 32 channels each. This makes the UFX III a natural hub for large-scale studio installations, connecting to MADI-equipped stage boxes, converters, digital consoles, or other RME units to build systems far beyond its own analog channel count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSteadyClock FS\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFX III incorporates RME's full SteadyClock FS circuit with jitter suppression exceeding 50 dB across all clock sources - internal, ADAT, AES, SPDIF, and word clock. The word clock BNC input features overvoltage protection, switchable 75 Ω termination, and an automatic Double\/Quad Speed detection circuit, making it suitable as the master or slave in any professional clocking environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eUSB 3 \u0026amp; Class Compliant Mode\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFX III is RME's first interface to support the full USB 3.0 bandwidth in Class Compliant mode, making all 94 channels available without proprietary drivers on Mac, Linux, and iPadOS. An iPad Pro with USB-C can run TotalMix FX for iPad with up to 94 channels of recording and playback - no computer required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn driver-based mode, USB 3.0 provides the bandwidth headroom for stable multichannel operation at high sample rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eStandalone Operation \u0026amp; DURec\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFX III operates fully without a computer. All device settings are accessible from the front panel, and configurations can be saved and recalled instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DURec function records directly to a USB drive connected to the front panel USB port - up to 80 channels simultaneously, entirely independently of any connected computer, to drives up to 2 TB. Recorded sessions can be played back through the same system for virtual soundchecks, making the UFX III a self-contained multitrack field recorder as well as a studio interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 2rem; float: none;\" alt=\"RME UFX III showcasing the usb standalone feature\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/3344\/9551\/files\/UFX-DURec.jpg?v=1774947390\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eKEY FEATURES: RME Fireface UFX III\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e188-channel, 24-bit\/192 kHz USB 3.0 interface (1U rackmount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e4 × XLR\/TRS combo preamps - EIN -129.8 dBu, 75 dB gain range, 48V phantom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e8 × balanced rear line inputs, SNR 116 dB (AES17)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDedicated XLR stereo monitor outputs - up to +24 dBu output level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2 × headphone outputs, 200 mW @ 32 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMADI optical + coaxial I\/O (up to 64 channels per connection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDual ADAT optical I\/O + AES\/EBU + SPDIF + word clock BNC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSteadyClock FS - jitter suppression \u0026gt; 50 dB across all clock sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFull USB 3.0 Class Compliant mode - 94 channels, no drivers needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eStandalone operation with front-panel control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDURec - up to 80 channels direct to USB drive, no computer required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDC-coupled outputs for CV\/Gate modular synthesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTotalMix FX with 9-band Room EQ, dynamics, reverb, delay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eARC USB hardware remote compatible (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRME in-house drivers - regularly updated, long-term OS support\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RME","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57361790763343,"sku":"RME-FIREFACE-UFX-III","price":2179.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/3344\/9551\/files\/RME_Fireface-UFX-III_Images_Perspective.jpg?v=1779037240","url":"https:\/\/www.audiodirect.co.uk\/products\/rme-fireface-ufx-iii-188-channel-24-bit-192khz-usb-3-audio-interface","provider":"Audio Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}