Topic: Multiface 1 with Macbook pro mid 2012
Is it possible to use an old Multiface 1 with a laptop, in my case: a Macbook Pro from mid 2012 (Ventura)?
Google KI says yes. But I wonder if this answer is correct and what to do exactly.
Google:
"Yes, you can connect an RME Multiface (original) to a mid-2012 Apple MacBook Pro, but you'll need an ExpressCard slot to do so, as it uses the proprietary HDSP connection, not FireWire. You'll need the correct RME ExpressCard and drivers for your macOS version, and since Apple phased out FireWire support and drivers for newer macOS versions in 2012, you will need to remain on an older macOS, such as OS X 10.10 Yosemite or earlier, for FireWire-based RME interfaces.
Steps to Connect
Identify the Correct Connection:
The RME Multiface 1 uses a proprietary connection that requires an ExpressCard, not a FireWire port.
Install the RME ExpressCard:
Insert the RME ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot on your mid-2012 MacBook Pro.
Connect the Multiface:
Connect the Multiface to the ExpressCard using the proprietary cable provided.
Install Drivers:
Download the correct drivers from the <RME website> for your specific version of the Multiface and your macOS version.
Restart the Mac:
After installing the drivers, you'll need to restart your computer.
Important Considerations
OS Version:
Apple began to phase out FireWire support in 2012. If you're using the FireWire version of the Multiface, you will need to stay on an older macOS version (such as OS X 10.10 Yosemite or earlier) for stable and reliable performance, according to Apple Support Communities.
Driver Compatibility:
Ensure you download the correct drivers from the RME website for your specific device and operating system.
Proprietary Connection:
Do not mistake the FireWire-looking port on the back of the device for a standard FireWire port; it is a proprietary RME connection that requires the corresponding RME ExpressCard."
End quote.
So, I would have to get such a RME ExpressCard, and put it into the slot for the SD-Card? It is extremely expensive (if available at all), so the whole idea does not make really sense.
