The Audiophile 2496 embodies a quantum leap in computer audio fidelity and performance unequalled by other audio cards in its price range. This critically acclaimed PCI card features premium digital audio converters, elegant board design and ultra-stable drivers just like the rest of the Delta line, but with a simpler I/O configuration. As a member of the Delta family, the Audiophile 2496 supports all computer platforms and major software programs, ensuring seamless integration and rock-solid performance. See why the Audiophile 2496 is one of the best-selling digital audio cards in the industry.

• General Information
  • Manufacturer:   Avid Technology, Inc
  • Manufacturer Part Number:   9900-50765-00
  • Manufacturer Website Address:   www.avid.com 
  • Brand Name:   Avid
  • Product Model:   2496
  • Product Name:   Audiophile 2496 Sound Card
  • Product Type:   Sound Board
• Technical Information
  • Host Interface:   PCI
  • Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR):   100 dB - A/D A-Weighted
  • Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR):   104 dB - D/A A-Weighted
  • Frequency Response:   22 Hz to 22 kHz ±4 dB
  • Sampling Rate:   24 bit 96 kHz
  • DAC Data Width:   24 bit
  • Platform Supported:   PC
  • Platform Supported:   Mac
• Interfaces/Ports
  • Interfaces/Ports:   2 x RCA Jack Gold Plated Audio Line In
  • Interfaces/Ports:   1 x 5-pin MIDI Audio Line In
  • Interfaces/Ports:   2 x RCA Jack Gold Plated Audio Line Out
  • Interfaces/Ports:   1 x 5-pin MIDI Audio Line Out
  • S/PDIF:   Output @
  • S/PDIF:   Input @
• Physical Characteristics
  • Form Factor:   Internal
  • Dimensions:   5.0" Height x 5.3" Width x 0.9" Depth
• Miscellaneous
  • Package Contents:  
    • Audiophile 2496 Sound Card
    • Ableton Live Lite
  • Additional Information:  
    • 1 x 1 MIDI I/O
    • SCMS copy protection control
  • System Requirements:  
    • PC:
      • Windows 98SE / Me / 2000 (SP4) / XP Home and Professional Edition (SP2)
      • For 96kHz operation: Pentium III 500 MHz with 128MB RAM
      • For 48kHz operation: Pentium II 400 MHz with 64MB RAM
    • Mac:
      • G3 500MHz with OS 9.2.2, 128MB RAM
      • G4 500MHz with OS X 10.1.5, 10.2.6, 10.3.8, 10.4, 10.5.1 with 256MB RAM
      • OMS 2.3.8 for MIDI under OS 9.2.2
  • Compatibility:  
    • ASIO 2
    • MME
    • Sound Manager
    • OMS
    • DirectX
    • GSIF 2
    • Mac OS X Core Audio / Core MIDI
  • Green Compliant:   Yes
  • Green Compliance Certificate/Authority:   RoHS