Fireface 802 FS vs Fireface UCX II
The Fireface 802 FS costs about $600 more than the Fireface UCX II and buys you 11 more I/O, plus IEC C14 and XLR Male.
| Spec | Fireface 802 FS | Fireface UCX II |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U half-rack |
| Weight | 6.2 lbs | 2.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 22W | 13W |
| Depth | 242 mm | 130 mm |
| I/O count | 35 | 24 |
| Price | ~$2,299 | ~$1,699 |
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
Fireface 802 FS
- IEC C14
- XLR Male
- XLR Female
Fireface UCX II
- D-sub 9
- DC Barrel
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.