Noob help : How can I know how many output channels a SC has

[oukourj]

Hi@all,

This topic is another try to solve my situation here:
http://www.motunation.com/forum/viewtop ... 8&p=464898

If I you answer to my question here, I guess I could answer this question by myself

Question is pretty simple :
In an Audio Interfaces' manual or specs sheet, what is the term I have to watch for in determining how many Outputs will be shown in my DAW ?

Is it "Analog Outputs", or... ???
The question exists because when they say "headphones output", it doesn't mean that this Output will be configurable in a DAW... !!
So, as Output is not the exact term... what is the technical term ?

Sorry for explanations-overkill but I wasn't sure I was clear...

Thanks !

[4stripes]

What specific interface are you interested in? As all manufacturers are different, you have to check each one specifically. 90% of the time the HP is also configurable and can be considered a separate output. Most websites are pretty clear about the number of IO. If that doesn't help you, look at the back and the front and count the holes.

[bayswater]

Ideally, you would just add up the outputs described for the product, but often physical outputs can be duplicates, e.g., the headphone output might simply mirror a pair of the analog outs. Sometimes you can see a report of 'simultaneous' inputs and outputs. Sweetwater (click on the ad above) usually shows the number of ins and out that can be addressed independently, simultaneously, etc.