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Enable dual outputs on each Quantum (26x32) when synced together

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asked Dec 13, 2023 in Thunderbolt - Quantum by louishawthorne (120 points)
I own a pair of Quantums (26x32). I would like to enable dual outputs (at minimum) from each device; however, although I can use every single input on the two devices, I was recently learned with the help of PreSonus tech support that I can only have two outputs and only from ONE of the daisy-chained units.

For instance I can route my Master bus in StudioOne out through the Main output of Quantum #1, and then create a Listen bus that sends over outputs 5-6 (for instance). But I can't simultaneously use the other outputs on Quantum #1 or ANY of the outputs from Quantum #2 or other Quantums.

In addition, when I'm not using Studio One and just want to listen music through the Quantum, the output options are even more limited. I can only use ONE output at a time, which I must set using the "Configure Speakers" function in the Apple MIDI Setup app.

A true matrix switcher – which is implied by the "26x32" designation on the Quantum – would enable any input to be routed to any output on any daisy-chained units. Why not create a simple matrix grid that enables such routing either in a DAW or for system use? Short of that, at least give us a few more simultaneous outputs!
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