Ego Systems ESP 1010
High Quality 24-bit 10-In 10-Out PCI Audio/MIDI Interface with RACKmountable Breakout Box

Ego Systems ESP 1010 is a unique PCI multimedia digital audio / MIDI interface also with a full Rack box.
Ego Systems ESP 1010 is the perfect reference audio gear for home studio recording applications and home entertainment. Ego Systems ESP 1010 works with 24-bit/96kHz converters on 8 analog inputs, 8 analog outputs and 2 digital input, output channels. Two of the eight analog inputs have balanced XLR connectors with switchable phantom power supply that can used with high quality dynamic and condenser microphones. Ego Systems ESP 1010 also provides 24-bit 96kHz coaxial digital I/O and a 24-bit 96kHz optical output, 32 channel MIDI I/O and an EWDM driver with DirectWIRE 3.0 functionality. This makes Ego Systems ESP 1010 a perfect solution in combination with all the latest audio applications including Cubase, Nuendo, Cakewalk, Sonar, Logic Audio, Cool Edit, Vegas, etc. The system is simple to install and simple to use and makes a great choice for you to build a home studio around.
 
Supports up to 24Bit / 96kHz sampling rate
Ego Systems ESP 1010 supports up to 96kHz sampling rate for digital recording. Full 24Bit/192kHz resolution DAC(96kHz bandwidth) with full duplex operation is available over 10 simultaneous inputs and outputs. It will prove its value in Multi-track Recording, Mastering or DVD Audio applications. 
 
Dual MIC INs with 48V Phantom power and Headphone Outs
Ego Systems ESP 1010 provides two microphone inputs and headphone outputs with zero latency direct monitoring when you record. The two headphone outputs are equipped with high grade headphone amps and the microphone inputs provide +48V phantom power. 
 
Multimedia / 7.1channels surround sound device
Ego Systems ESP 1010 delivers ultra high-quality sound and adds unique features to your Windows audio system. Ego Systems ESP 1010 supports all popular audio formats such as MPEG, MP3, WAV, and multimedia formats such as DVD, Video CD, Flash and Internet Broadcasting. Digital audio is becoming more and more popular and with Ego Systems ESP 1010, you can complete your Desk Top Music Production System easily. Ego Systems ESP 1010 will be the center of your DTMP system providing professional studio quality sound, and easy access to the world of digital music and multimedia. 
 
Ego Systems ESP 1010 Specifications.
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- 1. Analog Inputs
- 1) Connector Type : 1/4" female TRS-type, balanced or unbalanced(ch 1~8)
- 2) Peak level : 0dBFS @ +6.5dBV (-10dBV nominal)
- 3) Impedance : 10k ohms minimum
- 4) Att. & Gain Control : -60dB ~ +15dB (0.5dB step size) *ch12 only

- 2. Analog Ouputs
- 1) Connector Type : 1/4" female TS-type, unbalanced(ch 1~8)
- 2) Peak level : +6.2dBV @ 0dBFS (-10dBV nominal)
- 3) Impedance : 100 ohms
- 4) Attenuation Control : -60dB ~ 0dB (0.5dB step size)

- 3. Mic Preamplifier
- 1) Peak level : 0dBFS @ -40dBV
- 2) Gain Adjustment : Gain +31dB up + -60 ~ +15dB(0.5dB step size)
- 3) - +12V phantom power supply from PCI card(1/4")
- - +48V phantom power supply from Rack(XLR Connector)

- 4. Headphone Amplifier
- 1) Load Impedance Range : 32-300 ohm (for the best performance)
- 2) Output Power : 125mW @ 32ohm per channel

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- 1. Internal 20ch /36-bit Digtal Mixer(Input 10ch/Output 10ch)

- 2. Sample rate supports : (22.05,24)*,32,44.1,48,88.2,96KHz : *analog only

- 3. A/D Converter
- 1) Signal to Noise Ratio: 107dB (A-weighted) @ fs=48kHz
- 2) Dynamic Range : 107dB (-60dBFS with A-weighted) @ fs=48kHz
- 3) S/(N+D)(-1dB) : 100dB @ fs=48kHz
- 4) Interchannel Isolation : -110dB
- 5) Resolution : 24-Bit

- 4. D/A Converter
- 1) Signal to Noise Ratio: 112dB (A-weighted) @ fs=44.1kHz
- 2) Dynamic Range (S/N) : 112dB (60dBFS with A-weighted) @ fs=44.1kHz
- 3) THD+N : -94dB @ fs=44.1kHz
- 4) Interchannel Isolation : -100dB
- 5) Resolution : 24-Bit

- 5. Digital Input
- 1) Connector Type : RCA(provided via breakout cable)
- 2) Format : IEC-60958 Consumer
- 3) Sampling Rate : 32,44.1,48,88.2,96KHz
- 4) Resolution : 24-Bit

- 6. Digital Output
- 1) Connector Type : RCA(provided via breakout cable), Optical(on board)
- 2) Format : IEC-60958 Consumer
- 3) Sampling Rate : 32,44.1,48,88.2,96KHz
- 4) Resolution : 24-Bit

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- 7. MIDI I/O
- 1) 2-in, 2-out; 32 MIDI channels in and out
- 2) Connector Type : MIDI1 ;Standard MIDI 5-pin DIN (provided via breakout cable)
- MIDI2 ;Standard MIDI 5-pin DIN (provided via Rack)

- 8. OS Compatibility : Windows®XP/2000/2003

Ego Systems ESP 1010 Minimum System Requirements
1. Intel Pentium III CPU or equivalent AMD CPU or compatible
2. Motherboard with Intel chipsets (BX, i8xx, ..), VIA chipsets or others
3. At least 256MB of RAM
4. One available PCI slot
5. Microsoft Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system
6. Ultra DMA66/100 and 5400rpm hard disk drive
7. Active speakers or speakers with powered amplifier