Babyface Pro FS vs Fireface 802 FS
The Fireface 802 FS costs about $1,300 more than the Babyface Pro FS and buys you 30 more I/O, plus Combo XLR/TRS and IEC C14. It also costs you 1 more rack unit.
| Spec | Babyface Pro FS | Fireface 802 FS |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | — | 1U |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs | 6.2 lbs |
| Power draw | 8W | 22W |
| Depth | 175 mm | 242 mm |
| I/O count | 5 | 35 |
| Price | ~$999 | ~$2,299 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
Babyface Pro FS
- USB-C
Fireface 802 FS
- Combo XLR/TRS
- IEC C14
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
- USB-B
- USB-A
- TOSLINK (Optical)
- BNC
- XLR Male
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.