MOTU 8D AES3/SPDIF/USB 2.0/AVB-TSN Ethernet Audio Interface with DSP and Mixing

Be at the forefront of audio technology with the 8D AES3/SPDIF/USB 2.0/AVB-TSN Ethernet Audio Interface with DSP and Mixing. This high-performance device offers four channels of professional AES3 (AES/EBU) digital I/O and four channels of standard S/PDIF digital audio I/O, all with sample rate conversion on all inputs for seamless audio integration.

Experience universal connectivity with your Mac or PC through USB or AVB/TSN, facilitated by renowned drivers that deliver industry-leading ultra-low latency and rock-solid performance. With optimized drivers for both Mac and PC, this audio interface ensures ultra-low latency performance, making it an ideal companion for high-performance DAWs like Digital Performer.

The 8D audio interface also functions as a flexible digital converter, router, and splitter, allowing you to send any input to any output or split to multiple output channels. Convert any format to any other, including AES3, S/PDIF, AVB-TSN, and USB, with routing to and from the computer and any devices on the AVB-TSN network.

Experience the power of DSP mixing and effects processing with the 8D's 48-input digital mixer. It delivers 7 stereo aux busses, 3 groups, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects, including classic reverb, EQ modeled after British analog console EQs, and compression modeled after the legendary LA-2A compressor. With 32-bit floating point processing, the 8D's DSP engine delivers virtually unlimited headroom and the utmost in sound quality.

Enjoy the convenience of stand-alone operation with wireless control. Connect an Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router with a standard Ethernet cable for wireless control of device settings, powerful 48-channel mixing, and DSP effects. Control everything from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone with a web app served from the hardware itself.

The 8D audio interface also offers comprehensive metering with a full-color LCD for detailed viewing of all signal activity. Standard word clock input and output allow you to resolve the 8D to other digital audio gear or house sync. Use the assignable front-panel headphone output with volume control to monitor any stereo channel pair.

Expand your system and network with ease. Add a 2nd MOTU AVB-equipped interface with a simple CAT-5e Ethernet cable, or build a network with multiple interfaces and computers using standard AVB/TSN switches and network cabling. Stream hundreds of audio channels among devices and computers on the network.

The 8D audio interface also includes AudioDesk workstation software for Mac and Windows, offering 24-bit recording, sample-accurate editing, and 32-bit mixing and mastering. With the 8D Mixer, you can enjoy large console-style mixing from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone, with up to 48 assignable input channels.

Experience the art of the mix on your touchscreen with Touch Console, designed specifically for touchscreen operation. With large targets for your fingers, multi-touch operation, and intuitive design, you can tap, swipe, and pinch your way to a perfect mix, every time.

The 8D AES3/SPDIF/USB 2.0/AVB-TSN Ethernet Audio Interface with DSP and Mixing is a comprehensive solution for all your audio needs, offering unparalleled flexibility, performance, and control.