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Product HIghlights
- Compatible with Thunderbolt, AVB, and USB
- 28 Inputs, 32 Outputs
- 24-Bit/192 kHz Resolution
- Two Microphone Preamps with +48V
- ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC
- Onboard Digital Mixer with Effects
- Standalone Analog Mixer Operation
- Built-In Talkback Microphone
- Flexible Monitor Controls
- Software Analysis Tools & AudioDesk DAW
Upgraded DAC, Dual Full-color Displays, and AVB Networking
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the 828es, MOTU's legendary audio interface has been retooled with an
ESS Sabre32 DAC and dual full-color displays. This interface delivers
pristine audio playback, with an outstanding 123dB of dynamic range. Its
recording performance is just as impressive, with round-trip latency as
low as 1.6ms at 96kHz. A superb complement of I/O includes 60
simultaneous audio channels, two great-sounding mic preamps, a range of
digital options, and AVB networking. Employ the 828es as a standalone
mixer, or enjoy wireless control from your tablet, smartphone, and
laptop. The 828es's powerful DSP-driven mixer gives you 48-channel
mixing, along with a range of great-sounding digital effects. The 828es
makes a fine centerpiece for any studio.
The
MOTU 828es is a 1 RU, 28x32,
audio interface designed to provide versatile connectivity, DSP
console-style mixing, and high-resolution audio for musicians and
recording engineers in project studios, commercial facilities, home
setups, and live stage applications. Packed with ESS Sabre32 Ultra
digital audio converters, it boasts a dynamic range of 123 dB and
latency as low as 1.6 ms. The 828es can be used at up to 24-bit/192 kHz
resolution with a host DAW or as a standalone mixer, and is compatible
with Thunderbolt and USB on Mac OS X and Windows systems.
Its
28 inputs include eight 1/4" TRS inputs, two XLR-1/4" combo jacks for
mics or instruments, and S/PDIF and ADAT optical ports. Phantom power is
selectable per-preamp. Among the 32 outputs are eight 1/4" TRS jacks,
two pre-converter 1/4" sends, balanced XLR main outputs, independent
1/4" TRS headphone outputs, and S/PDIF and ADAT optical ports.
Flexible
monitor controls such as A/B speaker switching, mono summing, and mute
functionality simplify studio life. Plus, a built-in talkback mic and
front-panel talk button allow you to easily communicate with your
artists. DSP-powered mixing offers console-style control over 48
channels, multiple aux buses and groups, and effects such as reverb, EQ,
gating, and compression.
Control the interface functions via a
web app on a wired or wireless device. Additional power is unlocked via
the supplied MOTU software package, which includes audio-analysis tools
and the AudioDesk digital audio workstation.
- Thunderbolt Connectivity
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Enable high channel counts and low latency via Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 connection
- USB Connection
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USB Type-B port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 ports
- Comprehensive I/O
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28 inputs and 32 outputs including stereo S/PDIF coaxial, 16
channels of ADAT optical, dual XLR-1/4" combo jacks, eight 1/4" I/O,
two independent headphone outputs, and more
- DSP Mixer
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A 48-input digital mixer delivers seven stereo aux busses,
three groups, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects including
reverb, 4-band EQ, gating, and compression
- Displays
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Dual front-panel LCD screens provide visual access to robust metering and menu displays
- Versatile Control
Easily control the interface via a web app on a wired or wireless device
- Stand-Alone Operation
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Use the interface without a computer for effects and signal routing at a live gig
- Mic/Guitar Instrument Sends
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Enables adding an outboard EQ, preamp, reverb, or other
processor to the two mic/guitar inputs before the signal is converted
into the digital domain
- MIDI I/O
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Standard MIDI 5-pin jacks provide 16 channels of MIDI I/O
- Foot-Switch Input
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Enables connection of a standard foot pedal switch
(available separately) for hands-free punch recording, talkback, and
more
- Expandable
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Connect multiple interfaces together to expand system I/O
- Separate Main Outs
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Provides dedicated XLR main outputs for connecting to studio
monitors, as well as additional balanced TRS outputs for connecting to
secondary monitors
- Dual-Headphone Outputs
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Each 1/4" TRS headphone output has its own volume control and can be programmed with the same or different mixes
- Word Clock I/O
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BNC jacks allow you to sync to a master clock or use the 828es as the master clock
- Direct Digital Synthesis
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Produces low jitter by phase-locking internal clock source,
even when resolved to an external clock via SMPTE timecode
- SMPTE Timecode Support
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Dedicated 1/4" jacks for Longitudinal-Timecode (LTC) and automatic SMPTE-to-MTC conversion
- DC-Coupled TRS Outputs
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Use the 828es to manipulate and sequence voltage-controlled modular synthesizers from a host DAW
- Audio Analysis Tools
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Included software features an oscilloscope, real-time FFT analyzer, X-Y plot, and graphic phase-analysis
- AudioDesk
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Includes digital audio workstation software for Mac and
Windows with 24-bit recording, 32-bit mixing and effects processing, and
sample-accurate editing
- Built-In Talkback
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Integrated talkback microphone and front-panel talk button
- Monitor Controls
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Front-panel monitor level with mono, mute, and switching for two sets of monitors
- Metering
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Provides LED-panel meters for analog, digital, MIDI I/O, SMPTE sync, and lock LEDS
- Auto-Switching Power
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Enables international 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz auto-switching power supply
MOTU 828es overview with Dave Roberts
MOTU 828es specs
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Mac
OS X 10.8 or later (10.11 or later is required for AVB/TSN Ethernet audio interface functionality)
1 GHz or faster Intel processor
2 GB RAM (4 GB or more recommended)
500 GB or larger hard drive recommended for recording
Available Thunderbolt 1/2/3, USB 2.0/3.0, or AVB/TSN Ethernet port
Windows
Windows 7, 8, or 10
1 GHz or faster Pentium processor
2 GB RAM (4 GB or more recommended)
500 GB or larger hard drive recommended for recording
Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3, or USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
Web App Support
Any web client platform (Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, or Android)
Any web browser (Safari, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Explorer, etc.)
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Rack Height
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1 RU
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Bit Depth
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24-bit (converters)
32-bit floating point (built-in mixing and DSP)
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Sample Rates
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44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz
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Inputs
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2 x XLR-1/4" combo jacks
8 x 1/4" TRS (balanced/unbalanced)
1 x S/PDIF coaxial
2 x ADAT Optical
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Outputs
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2 x XLR 3-pin
2 x 1/4" TRS stereo headphone jacks
2 x 1/4" sends
8 x 1/4" TRS balanced, DC coupled
1 x S/PDIF coaxial
2 x ADAT optical
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Word Clock I/O
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1 x BNC word clock input
1 x BNC word clock output/thru
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Timecode
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1 x 1/4" input
1 x 1/4" output
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MIDI I/O
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1 x MIDI 5-pin input
1 x MIDI 5-pin output
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Other Connectors
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1 x Thunderbolt
1 x USB Type-B
1 x RJ45
1 x 1/4" pedal input
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Channel Count
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Total I/O
28 in, 32 out at 1x sample rates (44.1 to 48 kHz)
20 in, 24 out at 2x sample rates (88.2 to 96 kHz)
10 in, 14 out at 4x sample rates (176.4 to 192 kHz)
Computer I/O via Thunderbolt
128 in/out at 1x or 2x sample rates (44.1 to 96 kHz)
64 in/out at 4x sample rates (176.4 to 192 kHz)
Computer I/O via USB
64 in/out at 1x sample rates (44.1 to 48 kHz)
32 in/out at 2x sample rates (88.2 to 96 kHz)
24 in/out at 4x sample rates (176.4 to 192 kHz)
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D/A Converters
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ESS Sabre32 Ultra
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Dynamic Range
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123 dB (D/A converters)
118 dB (microphone preamps)
108 dB (headphones)
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Maximum Level
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Input: +24 dBu
Output: +20 dBu
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THD+N
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-108 dBu
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Equivalent Input Noise
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-128 dBu
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Latency
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As low as 1.6 ms at 96 kHz (32 sample buffer) over Thunderbolt
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Enclosure Material
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Aluminum alloy chassis
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Power Requirement
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100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5 A (maximum)
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Dimensions (W x D x H)
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19 x 7 x 1.8" (48.3 x 17.75 x 4.5 cm)
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Weight
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4.2 lb (1.9 kg)
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Features
MOTU 828es Features: - 28-in/32-out hybrid audio interface for studio and live sound
- ESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123dB of dynamic range and superb audio quality
- Optimized drivers yield round-trip latency as low as 1.6ms at 96kHz via Thunderbolt and 1.9ms via USB
- Dual LCD screens allow you to see all signal activity at a glance with detailed metering
- Access your hardware settings from a simple and convenient front-panel menu
- 2 great-sounding microphone preamps with dedicated sends, switchable pads, and phantom power
- 8 analog inputs accommodate a wide variety of line-level gear
- 16 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O and stereo S/PDIF expand your system with additional gear
- Built-in talkback mic with front-panel Talk button and A/B speaker select buttons
- Onboard 32-bit floating point DSP-driven digital mixer with EQ, dynamics, and effects provides latency-free routing
- Hook up a wireless router and take complete control of the onboard mixer from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone
- MOTU's AVB audio networking expands your system with additional AVB-equipped audio interfaces
- Create an AVB network via optional AVB Switches with support for up to 5 compatible interfaces
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