MOTU 8A Thunderbolt/USB Audio Interface

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Key Features

  • 34 channel hybrid audio interface that's perfect for studio and live sound applications
  • Superb audio quality thanks to ESS Sabre32 DAC technology
  • Achieve record-ready sounds from the get-go via on board DSP processing
  • Control remotely via your your laptop, tablet, or smartphone

MOTU 8A Thunderbolt/USB Audio Interface Overview

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Small but mighty. Although half the size of the 16A, the MOTU 8A Thunderbolt/USB Audio Interface is able to provide you with the exact same level of performance and power as MOTU's flagship interface. Whether it's for the studio, or for the stage, this interface will excel in any application that comes its way. No matter what the sample rate is, the MOTU 8A guarantees low-latency performances. Every. Single. Time.



Consisting of 34 simultaneous audio channels, the 8A empowers you with eight balanced analog inputs and outputs, as well as an eight-channel ADAT optical and independent headphone out for up to 16 inputs and 18 outputs. The inclusion of ESS Sabre32 DAC technology serves to provide you with distortion free recording thanks to its staggering 123dB of dynamic range.



Straight to the point. The detailed LCD screen grants you access to all of the 8A's activity, enabling you to easily keep an eye on signal level optimisation at all times. Take advantage of the 8A's intuitive system to make fine-tuned adjustments via the easy-to-read menu. If you want to improve the quality of your productions whilst making your life easier then you're in the right place.

Product Ref: 170037

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The finest sound

MOTU interfaces are renowned for their high-fidelity sound and great, all-round performance. The 8A lives up to this legend, whilst still being compact enough to be easily transported and stored when not in use. Thanks to its incredible 123dB dynamic range, the 8A is able to hold its own against some of the finest recording interfaces available on the market. The inclusion of optimised drivers guarantee a mere round-trip latency of 1.6ms when recording at 96kHz via Thunderbolt.

Polished results from the get-go

The MOTU 8A comes complete with its very own integrated digital mixer. Thanks to its large-console format consisting of 48 channels, seven stereo buses and 32-bit effects processing, you'll feel right at home and will be able to achieve polished results before you've even pressed record.

Incredibly versatile, the on-board classic reverb is capable of producing decay times of up to 60 seconds. Whether you're emulating the the vibe of small drum rooms, or the feeling of falling into oblivion, it'll feel like anything is possible with this reverb in your set-up.

Sculpt your sound using the four band parametric equaliser. Inspired by the iconic range of British consoles that were used when making classic albums for the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Queen and Sting. This EQ offers unparalleled surgical precision when it comes to tonal shaping.

Tame your dynamics with the fat, warm sound of optical compression. Modelled on the iconic LA-2A compressor, you'll be taken right back to the golden age of recording. This compressor is perfect on acoustic instruments, kick drums, basses, electric guitars and vocals.

Go wireless

To make the most of your 8A connect it directly to a wireless router (not provided). This allows you to use your laptop, phone or tablet to manipulate the internal mixer and on-board processing. There's no need for installation drivers either, it's web based! This means you can use your preferred browser on any device as long as you're operating on the same network.

Features

  • Optical ADAT interface (with stereo TOSLink and S/PDIF support)
  • Includes AVB Ethernet cable for expansion with other AVB audio interfaces
  • Class compliant driver with extremely low latencies
  • Power supply via power cable
  • Connects to PC and Mac via Thunderbolt or USB 3.0

Specifications

  • Max Bit Rate (bit): 24
  • Sample Rates (KHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
  • Inputs:
    • 8 x 1/4" TRS line inputs (balanced/unbalanced)
  • Outputs:
    • 8 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled 5v)
    • 1 x 1/4" TRS stereo headphone
  • Power Supply: Mains Adapter
  • Weight (g): 1000
  • Dimensions: 22 x 17.75 x 4.5 cm
  • System Requirements (PC): Windows 7 or later, Android
  • System Requirements (Mac): OS X 10.8 or later, iOS
  • Product Code: MOTU-8A