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What is the Nanoface?
The Nanoface philosophy: Reduce to the max.
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The Nanoface is a pocket studio. Light as a feather. Easy to operate.
It’s the perfect solution for musicians, DJs or HiFi listeners who need an interface with high-end sound,
great usability, the size and weight of their wallet.
It needs just a simple USB cable to connect to every PC or Mac.
A 12-Channel 96 kHz audio interface with one MIDI input and 2 MIDI outputs?
Sure. But there is more:
Most interfaces provide a big software package with useful features, but have a steep learning curve and consume the
most important thing a musician doesn’t have. Time. Time to mess with all the technical stuff.
But creativity needs boundaries. In an unlimited space there is no need to be creative, as all destinations can be reached –
with just some knowledge and craftsmanship.
The ALVA designers decided to try another way: Sensible downsizing.
The Nanoface is designed as partner of modern digital audio workstations. There are no software option
dialogs or an integrated mixer. Just a high-speed driver.
All modern audio programs provide a low latency engine, an integrated mixer with plug-in support and monitoring
features. They emulate a complete studio workflow. Some audio interfaces try to do the same and thus doubling not only
the features, but also the time to mess with them.
The Nanoface is different. All features can be controlled with ONE multi controller. Directly on the unit. In combination
with an audio sequencer this is what most all musicians need. No more. No less.
If you want to use a mixer, with sends, busses and effects – it’s already in your DAW software.
Concentrate. Be creative.