t.c electronic has announced the konnekt live Firewire Audio Interface. This piece is “recommended” for live performances. After reviewing the specifications I found that this device offers the typical set of features found on similar interfaces that share a consistent form factor. My guess is that usage is entirely flexible.

Features include: Dual padded XLR inputs with 48v phantom power, 4 line inputs, 4 line outputs, 2 headphone inputs, S/PDIF I/O, dual Firewire buses, TOS link/ADAT I/O, and MIDI I/O. The konnekt live has internal DSP effects, including a compressor, and what is referred to as a ResFilter. This is an advanced hi-cut/low-cut filter controller. The t.c electronic “lite” version of Ableton Live 6 is included. [pdf spec sheet]

Based on the reputation of the manufacturer, I’m convinced that the quality of this device is excellent. Aesthetic design is impressive as well.

I must admit that I was a bit surprised when I finally found an estimated price reference for this interface … 640€. That’s $800+ US.