Babyface Pro FS vs Fireface UFX III
The Fireface UFX III costs about $2,200 more than the Babyface Pro FS and buys you 5 more I/O, plus XLR Male and MADI BNC. It also costs you 1 more rack unit. Budget 22W more on the circuit.
| Spec | Babyface Pro FS | Fireface UFX III |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | — | 1U |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs | 6.4 lbs |
| Power draw | 8W | 30W |
| Depth | 175 mm | 240 mm |
| I/O count | 5 | 10 |
| Price | ~$999 | ~$3,199 |
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
- TRS 1/4"
Fireface UFX III
- XLR Male
- MADI BNC
- IEC C14
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 plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.