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MOTU 8A Audio Interface
Estimated price for orientation: 799 $
Category: Audio or MIDI Interfaces
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Description Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: MOTU MPN: 8A EAN: 0839128006041
Thunderbolt/USB audio interface with renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology Equipped with renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology, the 8A has the same award-winning analog audio quality and proven performance as MOTU's flagship 16A interface - packed into a mobile half-rack enclosure.34 simultaneous audio channels:
You get 8 x 8 balanced analog, 8-channel ADAT optical and independent headphone out for 16 inputs and 18 outputs. The optical ports also support stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF).Superb analog audio quality and high-end converters:
Performance suitable for the most demanding situations - renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123 dB dynamic range and the same proven, award-winning audio quality as MOTU's flagship 16A.Ultra-low latency and proven, high-performance MOTU drivers:
The best possible latency performance. The 8A delivers round-trip latency (RTL) performance as low as 1.6 ms at 96kHz over Thunderbolt - and an astonishing 1.9 ms over USB - with high-performance DAW hosts.Mobile operation and universal connectivity:
Ultimate portability and flexibility Connects to your computer with Thunderbolt, super-speed USB 3.0 or AVB/TSN Ethernet - with support for up to 256 audio channels (128 in and 128 out). USB audio class-compliant firmware and high-performance, industry-standard drivers work with any audio apps. Connects to your iPad with a standard camera connection kit (adapter).DSP mixing and effects processing:
Console-style mixing with 48 channels and 12 busses. The 8A's full-fledged 48-input digital mixer delivers 7 stereo aux busses, 3 groups, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects, including reverb, 4-band EQ, gate and compression. If you know your way around a large-format mixing console, you'll feel right at home. If you've ever wished to mix on a large console, the driver's seat is now yours.Modelled vintage effects processing:
Vintage processing with 32-bit float precision. Classic reverb. Compression modelled after the legendary LA-2A compressor. EQ modelled after British analog console EQs. The 8A's mixing and effects DSP engine delivers virtually unlimited headroom and the utmost in sound quality.Flexible matrix routing and splitting:
Route your audio anywhere with one-click ease. Send any input to any output, or multiple outputs. Includes routing to and from the computer, plus any devices on the audio network.Web app control from any device:
Control everything from your laptop, tablet and smartphone. The software that you use to control the 8A doesn't reside on your hard drive. It's a web app served from the hardware itself. This means you can control the 8A's on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network audio routing from your favourite web browser on a laptop, tablet or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. Use any web client on any platform - Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android - as long as it shares the same network.Stand-alone operation with wireless control:
No computer or laptop needed. Connect an Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router with a standard Ethernet cable for wireless control of device settings, powerful 48-channel mixing and DSP effects.Comprehensive metering:
View all I/O activity at a glance - in full colour. The full-colour LCD lets you view all signal activity at a glance with detailed metering for all analog and digital I/O. Access hardware settings from a simple and convenient menu.Powerful audio workstation technology for Mac and Windows:
Includes AudioDesk workstation software for Mac and Windows with 24-bit recording, sample-accurate editing and 32-bit mixing and mastering.
Features 16-in/18-out hybrid audio interface for studio and live soundESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123dB of dynamic range and superb audio qualityOptimized drivers yield round-trip latency as low as 1.6ms at 96kHz via Thunderbolt and 1.9ms via USB8 analog inputs accommodate a wide variety of line-level gear8 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O expands your system with additional gearOnboard 32-bit floating point DSP-driven digital mixer with EQ, dynamics, and effects provides latency-free routingHook up a wireless router and take complete control of the onboard mixer from your laptop, tablet, or smartphoneMOTU''s AVB audio networking expands your system with additional AVB-equipped audio interfacesCreate an AVB network via optional AVB Switches with support for up to 5 compatible interfacesSpecifications Max Bit Rate (bit) 24 Max Sample Rate (KHz) 192 Inputs 8x 1/4" (line in), 1x Optical Toslink (ADAT, SMUX, S/PDIF) Outputs 8x 1/4" (line in), 1x Optical Toslink (ADAT, SMUX, S/PDIF) Power Supply Mains Adapter Weight (g) 1000 Dimensions (mm) 220 x 177 x 45 System Requirements (PC) Windows 7 or later, Android System Requirements (Mac) OS X 10.8 or later, iOS
Description
| Condition: | New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | MOTU |
| MPN: | 8A | EAN: | 0839128006041 |
Thunderbolt/USB audio interface with renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology Equipped with renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology, the 8A has the same award-winning analog audio quality and proven performance as MOTU's flagship 16A interface - packed into a mobile half-rack enclosure.34 simultaneous audio channels:
You get 8 x 8 balanced analog, 8-channel ADAT optical and independent headphone out for 16 inputs and 18 outputs. The optical ports also support stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF).Superb analog audio quality and high-end converters:
Performance suitable for the most demanding situations - renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123 dB dynamic range and the same proven, award-winning audio quality as MOTU's flagship 16A.Ultra-low latency and proven, high-performance MOTU drivers:
The best possible latency performance. The 8A delivers round-trip latency (RTL) performance as low as 1.6 ms at 96kHz over Thunderbolt - and an astonishing 1.9 ms over USB - with high-performance DAW hosts.Mobile operation and universal connectivity:
Ultimate portability and flexibility Connects to your computer with Thunderbolt, super-speed USB 3.0 or AVB/TSN Ethernet - with support for up to 256 audio channels (128 in and 128 out). USB audio class-compliant firmware and high-performance, industry-standard drivers work with any audio apps. Connects to your iPad with a standard camera connection kit (adapter).DSP mixing and effects processing:
Console-style mixing with 48 channels and 12 busses. The 8A's full-fledged 48-input digital mixer delivers 7 stereo aux busses, 3 groups, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects, including reverb, 4-band EQ, gate and compression. If you know your way around a large-format mixing console, you'll feel right at home. If you've ever wished to mix on a large console, the driver's seat is now yours.Modelled vintage effects processing:
Vintage processing with 32-bit float precision. Classic reverb. Compression modelled after the legendary LA-2A compressor. EQ modelled after British analog console EQs. The 8A's mixing and effects DSP engine delivers virtually unlimited headroom and the utmost in sound quality.Flexible matrix routing and splitting:
Route your audio anywhere with one-click ease. Send any input to any output, or multiple outputs. Includes routing to and from the computer, plus any devices on the audio network.Web app control from any device:
Control everything from your laptop, tablet and smartphone. The software that you use to control the 8A doesn't reside on your hard drive. It's a web app served from the hardware itself. This means you can control the 8A's on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network audio routing from your favourite web browser on a laptop, tablet or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. Use any web client on any platform - Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android - as long as it shares the same network.Stand-alone operation with wireless control:
No computer or laptop needed. Connect an Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router with a standard Ethernet cable for wireless control of device settings, powerful 48-channel mixing and DSP effects.Comprehensive metering:
View all I/O activity at a glance - in full colour. The full-colour LCD lets you view all signal activity at a glance with detailed metering for all analog and digital I/O. Access hardware settings from a simple and convenient menu.Powerful audio workstation technology for Mac and Windows:
Includes AudioDesk workstation software for Mac and Windows with 24-bit recording, sample-accurate editing and 32-bit mixing and mastering.
Features 16-in/18-out hybrid audio interface for studio and live soundESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123dB of dynamic range and superb audio qualityOptimized drivers yield round-trip latency as low as 1.6ms at 96kHz via Thunderbolt and 1.9ms via USB8 analog inputs accommodate a wide variety of line-level gear8 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O expands your system with additional gearOnboard 32-bit floating point DSP-driven digital mixer with EQ, dynamics, and effects provides latency-free routingHook up a wireless router and take complete control of the onboard mixer from your laptop, tablet, or smartphoneMOTU''s AVB audio networking expands your system with additional AVB-equipped audio interfacesCreate an AVB network via optional AVB Switches with support for up to 5 compatible interfacesSpecifications
You get 8 x 8 balanced analog, 8-channel ADAT optical and independent headphone out for 16 inputs and 18 outputs. The optical ports also support stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF).Superb analog audio quality and high-end converters:
Performance suitable for the most demanding situations - renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123 dB dynamic range and the same proven, award-winning audio quality as MOTU's flagship 16A.Ultra-low latency and proven, high-performance MOTU drivers:
The best possible latency performance. The 8A delivers round-trip latency (RTL) performance as low as 1.6 ms at 96kHz over Thunderbolt - and an astonishing 1.9 ms over USB - with high-performance DAW hosts.Mobile operation and universal connectivity:
Ultimate portability and flexibility Connects to your computer with Thunderbolt, super-speed USB 3.0 or AVB/TSN Ethernet - with support for up to 256 audio channels (128 in and 128 out). USB audio class-compliant firmware and high-performance, industry-standard drivers work with any audio apps. Connects to your iPad with a standard camera connection kit (adapter).DSP mixing and effects processing:
Console-style mixing with 48 channels and 12 busses. The 8A's full-fledged 48-input digital mixer delivers 7 stereo aux busses, 3 groups, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects, including reverb, 4-band EQ, gate and compression. If you know your way around a large-format mixing console, you'll feel right at home. If you've ever wished to mix on a large console, the driver's seat is now yours.Modelled vintage effects processing:
Vintage processing with 32-bit float precision. Classic reverb. Compression modelled after the legendary LA-2A compressor. EQ modelled after British analog console EQs. The 8A's mixing and effects DSP engine delivers virtually unlimited headroom and the utmost in sound quality.Flexible matrix routing and splitting:
Route your audio anywhere with one-click ease. Send any input to any output, or multiple outputs. Includes routing to and from the computer, plus any devices on the audio network.Web app control from any device:
Control everything from your laptop, tablet and smartphone. The software that you use to control the 8A doesn't reside on your hard drive. It's a web app served from the hardware itself. This means you can control the 8A's on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network audio routing from your favourite web browser on a laptop, tablet or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. Use any web client on any platform - Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android - as long as it shares the same network.Stand-alone operation with wireless control:
No computer or laptop needed. Connect an Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router with a standard Ethernet cable for wireless control of device settings, powerful 48-channel mixing and DSP effects.Comprehensive metering:
View all I/O activity at a glance - in full colour. The full-colour LCD lets you view all signal activity at a glance with detailed metering for all analog and digital I/O. Access hardware settings from a simple and convenient menu.Powerful audio workstation technology for Mac and Windows:
Includes AudioDesk workstation software for Mac and Windows with 24-bit recording, sample-accurate editing and 32-bit mixing and mastering.
Features 16-in/18-out hybrid audio interface for studio and live soundESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123dB of dynamic range and superb audio qualityOptimized drivers yield round-trip latency as low as 1.6ms at 96kHz via Thunderbolt and 1.9ms via USB8 analog inputs accommodate a wide variety of line-level gear8 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O expands your system with additional gearOnboard 32-bit floating point DSP-driven digital mixer with EQ, dynamics, and effects provides latency-free routingHook up a wireless router and take complete control of the onboard mixer from your laptop, tablet, or smartphoneMOTU''s AVB audio networking expands your system with additional AVB-equipped audio interfacesCreate an AVB network via optional AVB Switches with support for up to 5 compatible interfacesSpecifications
| Max Bit Rate (bit) | 24 |
| Max Sample Rate (KHz) | 192 |
| Inputs | 8x 1/4" (line in), 1x Optical Toslink (ADAT, SMUX, S/PDIF) |
| Outputs | 8x 1/4" (line in), 1x Optical Toslink (ADAT, SMUX, S/PDIF) |
| Power Supply | Mains Adapter |
| Weight (g) | 1000 |
| Dimensions (mm) | 220 x 177 x 45 |
| System Requirements (PC) | Windows 7 or later, Android |
| System Requirements (Mac) | OS X 10.8 or later, iOS |