MOTU 8pre-es 24x28 Thunderbolt/USB 2.0 8 Mic Pre Audio Interface with DSP & Networking

How can you elevate your professional recording setup with unparalleled audio quality and versatility The 8pre-es 24x28 Thunderbolt/USB 2.0 Audio Interface by MOTU is the answer for advanced users seeking a sophisticated, state-of-the-art recording solution. With its 52 simultaneous audio channels, including 24 inputs and 28 outputs, this interface is designed to connect seamlessly with a wide array of studio gear, from microphones and guitars to synths and drum machines. All inputs and outputs are available concurrently, ensuring maximum flexibility in your recording sessions.

The 8pre-es boasts the renowned ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC technology, delivering an impressive 123 dB dynamic range and the award-winning audio quality that MOTU's flagship 1248 is known for. The redesigned mic channels feature cutting-edge components that provide ultra-transparent sound, with each channel offering individual preamp gain, pad, 48V phantom power, and digital remote control.

Experience ultra-low latency and rock-solid performance with high-performance Thunderbolt and USB drivers for both Mac and PC. The round-trip latency (RTL) can be as low as 1.6 ms at 96kHz over Thunderbolt with compatible DAW hosts. The universal connectivity of this interface extends to USB and Thunderbolt for Mac, PC, and iOS, supporting up to 256 audio channels over Thunderbolt and streaming audio via AVB/TSN Ethernet using a standard CAT-5e cable.

The 8pre-es is equipped with class-compliant firmware and industry-standard drivers, ensuring compatibility with any audio apps and easy connection to your iPad with a standard camera connection kit (adapter). The control room features, including a built-in talkback mic and front-panel talk button, allow you to take command of your recording sessions with ease.

Dive into console-style mixing with the 48-channel digital mixer, offering 7 stereo aux busses, 3 groups, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects such as reverb, 4-band EQ, gate, and compression. The modeled vintage effects processing adds classic warmth to your mix, with 32-bit float precision for headroom and sound quality.

The flexible matrix routing and splitting enable you to route your audio with one-click ease, while the web app control allows you to manage the 8pre-es from any device connected to your local area network. The Touch Console, designed for touchscreen operation, provides an intuitive mixing experience that can be accessed from your tablet or smartphone.

For stand-alone operation, connect a Wi-Fi router for wireless control of device settings and powerful 48-channel mixing. The solid metal chassis of the 8pre-es reflects MOTU's commitment to quality engineering and construction, ensuring durability in any environment.

Expand your system with additional MOTU AVB-equipped interfaces and enjoy advanced extras such as two banks of optical for ADAT and S/MUX formats, balanced analog I/O, time code support, dual headphone jacks, DC-coupled TRS outputs, and comprehensive audio analysis tools. The included AudioDesk workstation software for Mac and Windows completes the package, offering powerful recording, editing, mixing, and mastering capabilities.

The 8pre-es 24x28 Thunderbolt/USB 2.0 Audio Interface with DSP & Networking is the professional's choice for high-quality, reliable, and versatile audio recording and mixing. Whether in the studio or on the road, this interface delivers the performance and features needed to capture your creative vision with precision and clarity.