MOTU Track16 Breakout Box | 16x14 Desktop Studio Interface

The MOTU Track16 Breakout Box is the ultimate solution for professional audio recording and production. Designed to provide seamless integration with your Track16 interface, this breakout box delivers advanced connectivity options and impeccable audio quality. Whether you are in the studio, on stage, or on the tour bus, the MOTU Track16 Breakout Box ensures you have all the necessary connections for a flawless audio experience. Connect and operate remotely with ease by utilizing the high-speed USB 2.0 and FireWire ports, which offer sufficient bandwidth even at 192 kHz. Additionally, its rugged aluminum alloy chassis ensures that it stands up to the demands of mobile recording.

The breakout box comes equipped with a custom-designed, 40-inch DB25-to-DB25 cable, which is specially shielded to protect the balanced analog audio connections and completely prevent crosstalk among the multiple channels it carries. With the ability to connect to the Track16 using this shielded cable, the breakout box offers the same connectors as the Track16’s included cable, providing flexibility and ease of use for any recording situation. Whether you are running on laptop battery power via FireWire or using the DC power adapter, the MOTU Track16 Breakout Box is versatile and reliable.

Key Features

• Draws power from FireWire connection for remote operation.
• Simultaneous recording and playback on all channels.
• Highly compatible with both Mac OS X and Windows through WDM, ASIO, and Core Audio drivers.
• Lightweight yet sturdy aluminum alloy chassis.
• High-speed USB 2.0 and FireWire 400 connectivity.

Specifications

• Converters: 24-bit
• Sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
• Analog inputs: 2 x XLR mic inputs, 2 x 1/4" TRS line inputs, 1 x 1/8" stereo mini line input, 2 x 1/4" hi-Z guitar inputs
• Analog outputs: 2 x 1/4" balanced TRS main out, 2 x 1/4" unbalanced TRS line out, 1 x 1/4" TRS stereo headphone, 1 x 1/8" stereo headphone
• Digital I/O: 8-channel ADAT optical, 4-channel SMUX optical, 2-channel TOSlink (optical S/PDIF) up to 96 kHz
• Computer I/O: 1 x FireWire 400 (Type B connector), 1 x USB 2.0
• Sync in/out: SMPTE time code (LTC)
• Phantom power: Individual +48V
• Top panel indicators: Various 7-segment LEDs and backlit switches
• Power requirements: 9-18V DC, 5W, tip + or -; includes DC power adapter
• Mac System Requirements: PowerPC G4 CPU 1 GHz or faster, Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later, 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), FireWire or USB 2.0 port, large hard drive (250 GB preferred)
• Windows System Requirements: 1 GHz Pentium-based PC, Windows Vista SP2 or later, 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), FireWire or USB 2.0 port, large hard drive (250 GB preferred)
• Included software: CueMix FX, MOTU SMPTE Console, AudioDesk (Mac only)

Package Contents

• MOTU Track16 Breakout Box
• Custom shielded 40-inch DB25-to-DB25 cable
• DC power adapter
• User manual
• Software CD
• Warranty card