MOTU 8pre | 16x12 USB Audio Interface for Mac and PC

The MOTU 8pre 16x12 USB audio interface is your gateway to professional-grade recording for both Mac and PC users. Transform any desktop or laptop into a fully functional 24-bit 96kHz recording studio with this one-rack-space interface. Whether connected to a computer or utilized as an analog-to-digital converter, the 8pre offers unmatched versatility. The device is equipped with eight mic inputs, 8-channel ADAT optical digital I/O, and MIDI I/O, making it an indispensable tool for musicians, podcasters, and audio engineers alike.

The 8pre's front panel features an intuitive array of controls including five-segment level meters, 48V phantom power buttons, 20 dB pad buttons, and trim knobs for each mic input. Two banks of ADAT optical I/O enable 8 channels of digital I/O, even at high-definition sampling rates. Its TRS main outs can be connected directly to powered studio monitors, ensuring seamless integration in any studio setup. The device can also be connected through ADAT optical to another optical-equipped interface or mixer, providing additional mic inputs effortlessly. Ideal for both starters and seasoned audio professionals, the MOTU 8pre is the perfect upgrade to enhance your digital audio setup.

Key Features

• FireWire audio interface for both Mac and Windows, offering 16 inputs with 8 mic preamps and 12 outputs, including separate phone and main outs.
• Eight XLR/TRS combo jack mic inputs for connecting various instruments including mics, guitars, synths, and drum machines.
• Crystal-clear preamps with 24-bit 96 kHz converters for each analog input, along with switchable 48-volt phantom power and 20 dB pad controls.
• Eight channels of ADAT optical I/O, functional even at high sample rates like 88.2 or 96 kHz.
• Can operate as an optical expander, seamlessly adding 8 mic inputs to any ADAT optical-compatible device.
• Separate handling of mic inputs, ADAT optical I/O, headphone out, and main outs.
• CueMix DSPT near-zero monitoring system and multiple CueMix DSP mixes for various monitoring setups.
• Front-panel metering with five-segment meters and status lights for clock and interface/expander mode.
• Sample-accurate MIDI connectivity, eliminating the need for a separate MIDI interface.
• Expandable to add more 8pre, UltraLite, 828, 828mkII, 896, 896HD, or Traveler FireWire interfaces.
• Supports SMPTE time code sync and generation via any analog input and output.
• Native 32- and 64-bit drivers for Mac OS X and Windows platforms, accommodating all popular audio software.
• Compatibility with all host-based effects processing in modern audio programs.
• Comes with AudioDesk full-featured sample-accurate workstation software for Mac.
• Two FireWire ports for daisy-chaining up to four units without a hub.
• Plug-and-play operation via FireWire.

Specifications

• Interface Type: USB
• Total Inputs/Outputs: 16x12
• Mic Inputs: 8 XLR/TRS combo jack
• Digital I/O: 8-channel ADAT optical
• Maximum Sampling Rate: 96 kHz
• MIDI I/O: Yes
• Compatibility: Mac OS X, Windows 8/7/Vista/XP
• Rack Space: 1U
• Chassis Dimensions (excluding knobs/connectors): 19 x 7 x 1.75 inches (48.26 x 17.78 x 4.45 cm)
• Total Depth (including knobs/connectors): 1 inch (2.54 cm) added depth

Package Contents

• MOTU 8pre 16x12 USB Audio Interface
• Power Adapter
• USB Cable
• User Manual
• Install CD with drivers and AudioDesk software