MOTU 8A: The Ultimate Audio Interface for Exceptional Sound
Unleash your audio creativity with the MOTU 8A! This remarkable audio interface combines cutting-edge technology with outstanding performance, delivering an unparalleled audio experience. Whether you're a professional musician, audio engineer, or content creator, the MOTU 8A is your go-to solution for high-quality audio production.
• Renowned ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology ensures studio-grade audio quality with a dynamic range of 123 dB, matching the award-winning MOTU 16A.
• Ultra-low latency performance, with round-trip latency as low as 1.6 ms at 96kHz over Thunderbolt, allows for seamless audio monitoring and recording.
• Versatile connectivity options, including Thunderbolt, USB 3.0, and AVB Ethernet, enable easy integration with your computer, iPad, and other audio devices.
The MOTU 8A offers a comprehensive set of features designed to meet your audio needs. With 8 x 8 balanced analog inputs, 8-channel ADAT optical inputs, and independent headphone output, you have a total of 16 inputs and 18 outputs. The optical ports also support stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF), providing flexible connectivity options for your external audio devices.
Featuring DSP mixing and effects processing, the MOTU 8A allows you to create complex audio mixes with ease. The flexible 48-input digital mixer includes 7 stereo aux busses, 3 groups, access to 32 network inputs, and a wide range of DSP effects, such as reverb, 4-band EQ, gate, and compression. The 32-bit floating point processing ensures virtually unlimited headroom and exceptional sound quality.
In addition to its impressive audio capabilities, the MOTU 8A offers convenient features for mobile operation and system expansion. Connect it to your computer or iPad using Thunderbolt, USB 3.0, or AVB Ethernet, and enjoy universal connectivity with any audio app. The class-compliant firmware and industry-standard drivers ensure seamless integration with your existing audio setup.
With its stand-alone operation and wireless control, you can easily manage your audio settings and mixes from your Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router. The web app control allows you to access and control the MOTU 8A from any device connected to your local Wi-Fi network, giving you ultimate flexibility and convenience.
Expand your audio system by adding a 2nd MOTU AVB-equipped interface with a simple CAT-5e ethernet cable or connect up to 5 MOTU interfaces using a MOTU AVB Switch. The AVB/TSN audio networking feature enables you to build a network with multiple interfaces and computers, allowing for seamless streaming of hundreds of audio channels with ultra-low network latency.
The MOTU 8A also includes comprehensive metering, with a full-color LCD that lets you view all signal activity at a glance. The AudioDesk work station software for Mac and Windows provides 24-bit recording, sample-accurate editing, and 32-bit mixing and mastering capabilities, making it a complete audio production solution.
Specifications:
- Sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
- Analog inputs:
- 8 x ' TRS line inputs (balanced/unbalanced)
- Max level: +24 dBu (range -96 to +22)
- Analog outputs:
- 8 x ' TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled 5v)
- Max level: +20 dBu (range -4 to +20)
- 1 x ' TRS stereo headphone
- Digital I/O:
- 1 bank (8-ch) of ADAT optical at 1x sample rates
- 1 bank (4-ch) of SMUX optical at 2x sample rates
- Switchable to stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF)
- Total I/O:
- 16-inputs / 18-outputs (34 total) at 1x sample rates
- 12-inputs / 14-outputs (26 total) at 2x sample rates
- 8-inputs / 10-outputs (18 total) at 4x sample rates
- Computer I/O:
- 1 x Thunderbolt 2 (Mac and Win)
- Thunderbolt 1 & 3 compatible
- 1 x USB 3.0 (Mac and Win)
- USB 2.0 and iOS compatible (class compliant)
- 1 x AVB/TSN Ethernet (Mac only)
- Requires OS X 10.11 or later
- Computer I/O channels:
- Thunderbolt (44.1 to 96 kHz): 128 in/out
- Thunderbolt (176.4 to 192 kHz): 64 in/out
- USB 3.0 (44.1 to 96 kHz): 128 in/out
- USB 3.0 (176.4 to 192 kHz): 64 in/out
- AVB/TSN Ethernet: 16 to 128 in/out
- depends on host computer speed
- Headphone: 1 x ' TRS stereo phone (assignable)
- Front panel:
- 1 x ' TRS headphone output
- 1 x digital rotary encoder; main/phone volume
- 5 x switches ; menu navigation
- 160 x 128 pixel RGB LCD for level meters / menu nav
- Power switch
- Power:
- External 12-18V DC power supply
- 1.0A max tip pos or neg
- Dimensions (W x D x H, enclosure only): 8.6' x 7' x 1.75' (22 x 17.75 x 4.5cm)
- Weight: 2.2 lbs. (1.0 kg)
The MOTU 8A is a versatile audio interface designed for musicians, audio engineers, and content creators. With its compact size of 8.6' x 7' x 1.75' (22 x 17.75 x 4.5cm) and lightweight of 2.2 lbs. (1.0 kg), it's perfect for mobile use. Connect it to your computer or iPad via Thunderbolt, USB 3.0, or AVB Ethernet for seamless audio production. Enjoy high-quality sound with features like renowned ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology, ultra-low latency, and DSP mixing.
