M-Audio AIR 192|14 – 8-In/4-Out USB Audio / MIDI Interface with Recording Software, Plus Studio-Grade FX & Virtual Instruments


 AIR SERIES AUDIO INTERFACES M-AUDIO.

Premium Software Suite Included

The AIR 192|14 comes complete with a software package that has everything to get you started including MPC Beats , Ableton Live Lite, AIR’s Creative FX Collection, 2GB of sample content from Touch Loops, Xpand!2, Mini Grand, DB-33, Strike, Hybrid 3 and Revalver .

  1. AIR SERIES AUDIO INTERFACES M-AUDIO

    Pristine A/D Converters

    192|14 features pristine A/D converters for 24-bit resolution digital audio at class-leading sample rates of up to 192kHz assuring explosive dynamic range to capture every nuance of your performance.

  2. AIR SERIES AUDIO INTERFACES M-AUDIO

    Crystal Preamps

    AIR 192|14’s Crystal Preamps provide you with a transparent, low-noise preamp that ensures the best sound from your microphones and captures your performance exactly the way you intended.

  3. AIR SERIES AUDIO INTERFACES M-AUDIO

    Hi-Speed USB Circuitry

    AIR 192|14 truly is ready for any situation, guaranteeing seamless connectivity to your Mac or PC with its high speed USB connectivity with USB and USB-C connection cables included.

  4. AIR SERIES AUDIO INTERFACES M-AUDIO

    Premium Components

    The AIR 192|14 layout and component choices were carefully crafted by our American engineering team, so you can be certain you’re getting the best sound available.

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    Hear the Performance Now – Not a Second Later

    AIR 192 | 14 features a thoughtful monitor mix control for listening directly to the source inputs, providing you with hassle-free zero-latency monitoring.

M-Audio AIR Series Comparison Table

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6

4

4PRO

8

HUB

USB / USB C ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Input Channels 8 2 2 2 2 X
Output Channels 4 2 2 2 4 X
Instrument Inputs 2 2 1 1 2 X
Microphone/Line Inputs 6 2 1 1 2 X
Mic Pad ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✘
1/4″ (6.35mm) Output ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
RCA Output ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✘
Headphone Output 2 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
MIDI I/O ✔ ✔ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✘
Microphone Included ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✘ ✘
Headphones Included ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✘ ✘


Weight: 1.8 kg
Dimensions: 18.59 x 25.91 x 9.14 cm; 1.8 Kilograms
Model: AIR 192|14

133 Responses

  1. LLB staff reporter says:

     United States

    Set up was automatic and it worked great right out of the box. A fantastic buy for the price.

  2. Anonymous says:

     Spai

    Va perfecto y me ha sido de gran ayuda para directo, para mandar el metrnomo por el canal auxiliar. Y a parte me sirve para grabar en casa lo que quiera. Perfecto

  3. Chris Morris says:

     United States 🇺🇸

    Excelente producto graba muy bien y tiene un sonido muy difano

  4. Lilly Edwards says:

     France

    Les commentaires positifs ne manquaient et surtout ne mentaient pas ! qualit de fabrication japonaise irrprochable, drivers dispo qui fonctionnent sans bidouiller, mais son qui va avec ! c’est clair et dynamique mais certains adeptes du matriel amricains trouverons les pr-amplis un peu ”clinique” le son est un peu mtallique et presque trop propre pour les puristes…

  5. Anonymous says:

     Italy

    Il design delle schede M-Audio ha fatto un bel salto in avanti.
    Le funzionalit richieste sono pi che soddisfacenti, specie se si considera la fascia di prezzo del prodotto.
    La qualit del suono molto buona e la flessibilit nell’utilizzo veramente notevole.

  6. LoydAlcantar says:

     United States

    Excelente

  7. JosephiRounds says:

     United States

    I’m sure the interface works I haven’t tried it . I’m currently installing everything but it would be a better route to go with the 192-14 because it is powered and takes some workload off your computer. Also it’s advertised it comes with a few plugins. These plugins require a activation code that you have to buy separately. Most of them are protools stock plugins so if you run Protools you’re good.

  8. TUCJannett says:

     Italy 🇮🇹

    Purtroppo per il prezzo andava bene l’articolo ‘ nuovo solo che viene scritto nella decitura che sono presenti tutti gli item scritti nella scatola invece tu arriva solo la scheda audio

  9. KingT75egt says:

     United States 🇺🇸

    I got these as a replacement for my Focusrite i2i interface, and the sound quality is way better for audio output. The input is about the same. Great product all round in my opinio

  10. Shelby Brown says:

     United States

    Sounds quality is great and I am wowed!
    Beautiful machine

  11. AJHMonserr says:

     United States 🇺🇸

    Didn’t even come with a USB C to USB C or USB C to USB A cable. Now I have to spend even more money on a cable.

  12. SusannaDunrossi says:

     Italy

    Mi piace che facile collegare un microfono o strumento. Le manopole sono facilmente raggiungibile , soprattutto il master output. Installazione senza problemi driver. La base solida e sufficientemente pesante. Ottimo prodotto.

  13. Anonymous says:

     France 🇫🇷

    Exactement ce que je cherchais pour pouvoir jouer avec ma guitare et le logiciel guitar rig, tout en coutant une autre bande son en mme temps.
    Je suis juste un amateur et je me rgale.
    Cependant, la structure mtallique doit mal tre isol car des sensation de vibration ou picotement quand on la touche.
    J’ai dj renvoy le premier reu, et le deuxime le mme “dfaut”. Je n’ai aucune ide de comment retirer cette “effet” et je ne sais pas si c’est un dfaut de fabrication, et je n’ai pas de chance, ou si tout les modles sont comme cela.

  14. NiamhDeGroot says:

     Italy 🇮🇹

    Ottimo prodotto, bundle software completo di tutto. Unica pecca la mancanza di ingresso MIDI.
    Il modello 192/6 per 20 euro in pi ne fornito, pertanto il rapporto qualit prezzo non pu andare oltre le 3 stelle.

  15. Anonymous says:

     France 🇫🇷

    Cette interface audio midi fait la diffrence par son prix et sa facilit d’utilisation notamment avec une tablette mais certainement aussi sur un ordinateur le son est d’une qualit exceptionnelle et la maniabilit est tout aussi apprciable je la conseille vivement celui ou celle qui veut une interface audio midi qui soit performante

  16. Anonymous says:

     France

    Impeccable dans mon cas Mao nomade sur MacBook pro interface reconnu sans installation de pilotes c’est le point fort de M-audio

  17. Anonymous says:

     United States

    Golden Review Award: 10 From Our UsersUsers with poor reviews seem to be suffering from user error. My model worked perfectly fresh out of the box. Just as well, I decided to update the drivers. The drivers clearly state your PC must be restarted to work and be active. There are currently (as of 4/26/2022) no drivers specifically for Windows 11, however, the Windows 10 (64-bit) drivers worked perfectly for me. Zero knob wobble, tight and smooth knobs. Smooth switch for phantom power. Tight connectors with zero wobble.

    The drivers actually enabled 32-bit, which is incredible for specific audio needs to avoid losing data. My PC is a Ryzen 5 5600x, so Ryzen systems are, in fact, perfectly fine. I have Windows 11 Pro, and the Windows 10 Drivers are excellent and hassle free. The software subscriptions are all optional via their website, so you do not receive ANY bloatware or unwanted apps. There are 2 included USB cables; 1 usb-c to usb-c and 1 usb-c to usb-a. I am using a different branded usb-c cable rated for 100W, so the claim that a “usb 3.1” cable will not work is false. The audio quality of 32-bit 192,000 Hz is phenomenal.

    I purchased this unit, marked as “USED” from Amazon Warehouse. The item came re-packaged in a general brown cardboard box, with all items sandwiched between two styrofoam blocks. All items were included, and the item is apparently brand new (cellophane still in tact on face). I am ecstatic to have purchased this item for $72.64 instead of the full $119.00; what an absolute bargain. Would recommend for an initial audio interface; I wanted a MOTU M2, but this was nearly 1/3 the cost.

  18. KristiaMaxie says:

     Canada

    Driver pour Win10 non concluant. L’interface ne reste pas connect. Et les pramp sont moins performant que je l’imaginais. Point positif : le gros bouton de volume est bien pens pour un contrle facile de la rgie.

  19. Anonymous says:

     Germany 🇩🇪

    Ich verwende das Soundinterface als externe Soundkarte und Anschlussterminal fr ein Kondensator-Mikrofon (Phantomspeisung). Die Anschlsse und Knpfe erfllen dabei alle meine Anforderungen an Qualitt und Erreichbarkeit. Fest verkabelte Sachen werden von hinten angeschlossen. Wechselnde Anschlsse sind vorn. Perfekt. Die Positionierung der Regler auf der Oberseite ist dabei fr ein auf dem Tisch stehendes Gert super. Alles ist gut erreichbar.
    Die Wiedergabe- und Aufnahmequalitt (Mikrofon) ist super und schlgt die Qualitt der Onboard-Soundkarte bei Weitem. Das direkte Monitoring funktioniert super.
    Leider scheint es Probleme mit den Treibern zu geben. Wenn diese installiert sind, scheint die Wiedergabe abgeschaltet zu werden, wenn kein Ton wiedergegeben wird. Zu Beginn der Wiedergabe, bleibt das auch noch 1-2 Sekunden lang so und der Ton ist nicht zu hren. Das ist sehr strend und ein kurzer Ton, z.B. bei einer neuen E-Mail, ist damit nicht zu hren. Das ist sehr rgerlich, denn die getrennten Kanle fr die Aufnahme stehen nur zur Verfgung, wenn die Treiber installiert sind. Ohne Treiber erkennt Windows nur einen Aufnahmekanal.

  20. Melissa Schneider says:

     United States

    Great unit. Phantom Power is top notch. Jacks and controls are of quality materials and easily understood and accessible. This interface sounds awesome. Only drawback is the LED meters, which I wish were more extensive….blah blah blah….for around $100 what more can be expected! THE HUGE VOLUME KNOB makes this unit a pure win.

  21. Elliot9249 says:

     Italy 🇮🇹

    Parto con il dire che utilizzo la Air 192-6 con un PC desktop che monta una CPU Ryzen 7 3700x, Windows 11 e funziona tutto perfettamente. La sto usando da una decina di giorni per registrazione, mixing, ascolto di musica e contenuti multimediali ed perfetta. Specifico questo perch ho letto in giro che in molti hanno avuto problemi con Windows e CPU Ryzen, ma con la mia configurazione va alla grande. Sar stato fortunato io? Non lo so, ma nel dubbio vi consiglio di installare i driver ufficiali dal sito M-Audio prima di collegare la scheda al PC per la prima volta (io ho fatto cos).

    Per quanto riguarda il prodotto in s, si presenta solido, buoni materiali e bellissimo feel sui potenziometri. Suono dei preamp cristallino e stessa cosa vale per l’uscita cuffie. Esteticamente, per il mio gusto personale, la scheda audio pi bella di tutte da tenere sulla scrivania (su questa fascia di prezzo) e la preferisco di gran lunga rispetto alle classiche Focusrite Scarlett. Al di l dell’estetica, il fatto che i potenziometri siano posizionati sulla parte superiore e le dimensioni siano pi generose della media, rende tutto pi a portata sia di mano che di occhio.

    Vengo da una Behringer UMC22 e la qualit superiore di questa Air si percepisce praticamente sotto ogni aspetto. Ho avuto modo di lavorare anche con delle Focusrite Solo e 2i2, ma a mio parere non sono assolutamente migliori di questa, nonostante siano molto pi blasonate. Se vi serve una scheda audio sotto i 150 e non avete necessit di portarla in giro, questa perfetta.

  22. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    So good I bought two.
    Very quiet interface. Lovely design. Great price.

  23. Adam Russell says:

     United Kingdom

    Bought this 192|14 to replace my M Audio Fast Track Ultra after 12 years (which still works, I just wanted to upgrade). Much superior piece of kit, produces more powerful sound. Recommended. Use with a Shure 57, a Rode NT1-A, M Audio Oxygen 88, Roland SH-01?l, and various leads for guitars, et. cetera. Do wish it had the old printer cable port for my Oxygen 88, but definitely an upgrade. Recommended.

  24. TomasBeaurepair says:

     United Kingdom

    Bought this 192|14 to replace my M Audio Fast Track Ultra after 12 years (which still works, I just wanted to upgrade). Much superior piece of kit, produces more powerful sound. Recommended. Use with a Shure 57, a Rode NT1-A, M Audio Oxygen 88, Roland SH-01?l, and various leads for guitars, et. cetera. Do wish it had the old printer cable port for my Oxygen 88, but definitely an upgrade. Recommended.

  25. FernandoDacomb says:

     Spain 🇪🇸

    Muy buenas!
    No haba usado hasta ahora m audio y veo q la calidad est bien buenos acabados bonitas lneas de diseo hasta aqu bien. En cuanto a conexiones de momento todo perfecto aunque noto en falta un botn de apagado y encendido, puede parecer una tontera pero para mi no lo es. Hay un pero y es importante sera el motivo por el cual la prxima vez no la comprara si no lo solventan. Cuando el volumen Del audio llega o lo pasa de 0db hace un crujido como interferencia y sucede por que no est preamp con un +10db por ejemplo o algo as, est toda las explicaciones google. Es un poco molesto y por lo que le a las focusrite no les pasa. Quiz la prxima vez adquiera un producto diferente.

  26. Anonymous says:

     Mexico

    Todo excelente, solo que lleg sin caja solamente la etiqueta pegada a la caja del producto por lo que pienso puede ser un problema en cuestin de seguridad del producto.

  27. Anonymous says:

     United States 🇺🇸

    updated review:
    After working with M-Audio support, I was given an RMA to return the faulty interface, they didn’t just replace the interface but they actually sent me an entire new vocal studio pack even though I only sent in the faulty part. Replaced unit is working great so far.

    old review:
    Things were ok for the first things months although after about a month, you had to have the mic gain to the max to get any sound from the mic – and yes with phantom power on. Then suddenly the Windows machine no longer sees the usb device, and the power light on the M-Audio AIR doesn’t come on … but phantom power does. Tried another port and another cable and it seems to have a failed usb and is just passing through power.

  28. Anonymous says:

     United States

    After using the PC Sound card for maybe a month it’s night and day listening to my monitors on a proper interface. The hum is gone and guitar mixes have really come to life.

    Not really impressed with the software bundled which includes lite editions of everything meaning pay more for the full version.

  29. Anonymous says:

     United States 🇺🇸

    This interface enabled me to jump into DAW recording quite easily. It has more features than the comparable Focusrite and for less money. Number one perk is the USB/Direct dial. If you have any latency while monitoring, you can dial it back to Direct and still get your vst’s mixed in; although I’ve had zero latency problems with this unit. Other cool feature is the big knob to adjust your output monitoring through a PA or other device (stereo right and left separate 1/4 inch). I also love that it has LED lights showing your gain levels. Phantom power works perfectly, as does the other inputs for Guitar or mics (1/4 inch) that don’t use phantom power. XLR mic input on the back is great. It has a USB type C connector too, so fastest connection to your computer, also reducing latency. I’d give it another star except that I’ve emailed support twice to get an RMA on one that I bought and they never responded. I honestly think my son may have dropped it as opposed to it having any issues, however.

  30. ArlethaEarsman says:

     United States 🇺🇸

    Ok. So, I’ve had mine for about 2 weeks now. I have mixed feelings about it. But it’s a good, cheap starter overall. I’ll just list what I’ve noticed.

    It made pro tools run very slowly on my laptop. There’s no other way to phrase that. This device, specifically, made pro tools run slow as hell. I can unplug it and just use my laptops audio card and pro tools runs perfect. With this plugged in it goes slow. Idk why and that’s the main reason I can’t give it 5 stars. I have an hp omen w 32 gigs of ram. I can play most video games w pretty high settings with no issues. Pro tools had never been an issue before. But after buying the air 192 / 4, pro tools became very slow.

    It works perfectly with FL studio. I have to open FL first and then I can open a browser and find samples without having to go back and close FL studio. So, if you’re a splice user, you’d probably love this. I’m sure any other daw (other than pro tools) would work just as well.

    The hardware is solid. No problems there.

    The preamps are cool. No complaints. Nothing amazing but they don’t suck.

    Over all, I’d get it for production, but not for recording or mixing tbh. I don’t regret buying it. It’s a good cheap option.

  31. Anonymous says:

     India 🇮🇳

    i bought this product so tat i can work on pro tools first and other software bundle but Avid has discontinued Pro tools First , i cannot use the free software which came bundled without purchasing pro tools

  32. TAXLashayhbxea says:

     United Kingdom

    I love the look and feel of this interface, the build quality is top notch. I suffered from the audio stuttering as mentioned in other reviews – however I accidentally stumbled on a fix fir the issue. If I open iTunes and play any song for a few secs and the hit pause leaving the iTunes window open, I get no audio stuttering or any audio clicks, pops etc on any other audio source like YouTube, etc

    This unit is obv suffering some sort of conflict with iTunes software somehow resolving the conflict – maybe iTunes is dictating the sample rate? I don’t know but whatever it is it works 100% as it should by using this method – I hope this helps others as I was beyond frustrated and on the verge of sending this unit back until I discovered this fix.

    Would like to know if it works for others too!?

  33. Anonymous says:

     Germany

    ich nutze das Interface um ein Mikrofon an einem MacBook zu betreiben und es funktioniert wirklich gut. Kein Rauschen, keine merkbare Latenz, alles fein: Persnlich denke ich nur, dass das interface ein wenig zu teuer is