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MOTU 624 - Thunderbolt and USB Audio Interface with AVB Networking and DSP (16 x 16, 2 Mic)

Product #40237 | SKU 9355 | Motu
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Overview

Two Microphone Preamps with +48V, AVB Up to 256 Thunderbolt Channels

Description

Building upon the success of the MOTU 1248, the MOTU 624 - Thunderbolt and USB Audio Interface with AVB Networking and DSP (16x16, 2 Mic) offers the same quality, form, and function, but in a smaller, highly portable ½-rack space enclosure. The 624 is designed for studio recording, installed sound, and live sound-reinforcement applications such as mixing a small band in a club or music venue. The device features two balanced microphone inputs with individually switchable +48V phantom power, and two dedicated hi-Z guitar inputs. Additionally, there are four ¼” line inputs, four ¼” line outputs, and a pair of “Main” ¼” outputs. A single set of ADAT optical ports provides an additional 8 inputs and outputs for a total of 16 inputs and 16 outputs. Expansion I/O can be added to the system through AVB networking.

The audio interface utilises ESS Sabre32 Ultra convertors to provide a dynamic range of 123 dB while recording at up to 24-bit/192 kHz resolution.  Using Thunderbolt connectivity, the audio interface can stream 64 audio channels in and 64 channels out to the interface's physical outputs, the DSP-powered 48 digital routing matrix, or AVB audio network streams. The interface can also use high-speed USB 3.0 using class-compliant drivers to work with most digital audio workstations.

The 48-channel digital mixer can mix physical inputs on the interface, audio channels from your host computer software, AVB audio network streams, or mixer outputs. It features seven stereo auxiliary busses, three groups, a reverb buss that can serve as an alternate 4th group, a main mix buss, and a separate monitor buss that can function as a solo buss.

The mixer includes 32-bit floating-point precision DSP-powered models of three British analogue console AEQ profiles, a classic compressor module with optional peak/RMS operation, and a model of the legendary Teletronix LA-2A optical levelling amplifier with automatic gain control (AGC) characteristics. Each input channel strip features a high-pass filter, a gate, a four-band parametric AEQ, and a compressor.

The first of its kind, this interface features an AVB Ethernet port that adopts the AVB industry networking standard for transporting high-bandwidth, low-latency audio and video over Ethernet. It was developed by the IEEE and enables connection to a second MOTU AVB audio interface (1248, 8M, or 16A) via a CAT-5E or CAT-6 Ethernet cable. The standard is open, meaning it is not proprietary, and will allow for interoperability across different devices and brands.

The system can be further expanded through connection to an optional MOTU AVB Switch, for five total devices, giving it the capacity to stream over 512 channels on the network. Sixteen 8-channel network streams may be broadcast while simultaneously listening to sixteen 8-channel network streams. The AVB network provides its own network-wide time base for phase locking all connected devices, and also allows one of the connected devices to be assigned as the master clock. An added benefit of the AVB network standard is the automatic device discovery for self-configuration, 100-metre cable runs, as well as the system's Stream Reservation Protocol, which provides guaranteed Quality of Service (QoS) and an uninterrupted point-to-point network connection.

The audio interface's on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network-audio routing can all be controlled through a web application running on a web browser from a laptop, tablet, or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. This allows the interface to be controlled using Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android devices, provided they share the same network. By connecting an Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router directly to the interface with a standard Ethernet cable, the mixing and DSP controls of the interface can be managed using a Smartphone or tablet, without the need for a computer.

Features

Quality Audio and High-End Convertors

Renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 123 dB dynamic range, the same audio quality as MOTU's flagship 1248

Ultra-low Latency and High-Performance MOTU Drivers

Round-trip latency (RTL) performance as low as 1.6 ms at 96 kHz over Thunderbolt with high-performance DAW hosts

Mobile Operation and Universal Connectivity

Connects to your computer with Thunderbolt, super-speed USB 3.0 or AVB/TSN Ethernet for up to 256 audio channels (128 in and 128 out); class-compliant firmware and industry-standard drivers work with any audio apps; connects to iPad with a standard camera connection kit (adapter)

32 Simultaneous Audio Channels

2 mic inputs, 2 guitar inputs, 4 x 6 balanced analogue with dedicated main outs, 8-channel ADAT optical and independent phone out for 16 inputs and 16 outputs

DSP Mixing and Effects Processing

Flexible 48-input digital mixer with 7 stereo aux busses, 3 group sends, access to 64 network inputs, and DSP effects, including reverb, 4-band AEQ, gate and compression

32-Bit Floating Point Processing

The 624's mixing and effects DSP engine delivers virtually unlimited headroom and well-regarded sound quality

Modelled Vintage Effects Processing

Classic reverb, compression modelled after the legendary LA-2A compressor, and AEQ modelled after British analogue console EQs

Flexible Matrix Routing and Splitting

Send any input to any output or multiple outputs, such as routing to and from the computer, plus any devices on the audio network

Standalone 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

Web App Control

Control everything from your favourite web browser on a laptop, tablet and smartphone connected to your local Wi-Fi network

System Expansion

Add a second MOTU AVB-equipped interface with a simple CAT-5e Ethernet cable, and connect up to five MOTU interfaces using the optional MOTU AVB/TSN Switch

AVB/TSN audio networking

Build a network with multiple interfaces and computers using standard AVB/TSN switches and network cabling, with ultra-low network latency, even over long cable runs (100 metres point to point); stream hundreds of audio channels among devices and computers on the network

Optical I/O

Connect outboard digital processors, digital mixers, or other gear, via 8 channels of ADAT at 44.1/48 kHz, 4 channels of SMUX at 88.2/96 kHz or stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF) up to 96 kHz

Comprehensive Metering

The full-colour LCD lets you view all signal activity at a glance with detailed metering for all analogue and digital I/O, and enjoy access to hardware settings from a simple and convenient menu

Audio Desk

Includes AudioDesk workstation software for Mac and Windows with 24-bit recording, sample-accurate editing, and 32-bit mixing and mastering

Specifications

Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Microphone Inputs 2 x XLR mic inputs
Preamp gain: 0 to +63 dB (digitally controlled)
Analogue Inputs 2 x 1/4" hi-Z guitar inputs (front panel)
4 x 1/4" TRS line inputs (balanced/unbalanced)
Max Level: +24 dBu (digitally adjustable +2 to +24)
Analogue Outputs 6 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced)
Max Level: +20 dBu (digitally adjustable -4 to +20)
1 x 1/4" 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 Channels 16 inputs and 16 outputs (32 total) at 1x sample rates
12 inputs and 12 outputs (24 total) at 2x sample rates
8 inputs and 8 outputs (16 total) at 4x sample rates
Computer I/O 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 1/4" TRS stereo phone (assignable)
Phantom Power 2 x individual +48 V
Front Panel 1 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm TRS headphone output
2 x TRS hi-Z guitar input
1 x digital rotary encoder - main/phone volume
2 x digital rotary encoders - guitar gain
2 x digital rotary encoders - mic preamp gain
4 x switches - 2 x Pad and 2 x 48 V Phantom
160 x 128 pixel RGB LCD for level metres / menu nav
Power switch
Dynamic Range Line Output: 123 dB A-weighted
Line Input: 117 dB A-weighted
Mic Input: 118 dB A-weighted
Phones: 108 dB A-weighted
THD + N Line Output: -110 dB
Line Input: -110 dB
Mic Input: -110 dB
Phones: -100 dB
Maximum Level Line Output: +20 dBu
Line Input: +24 dBu
Mic Input: +24 dBu (with pad)
Phones: Max 80 mW
Gain Trim Range Line Output: 24 dB (-4 to +20 dBu) in 1 dB steps
Line Input: 118 dB (-96 to +22 dBu) in 1 dB steps
Mic Input: 63 dB in 1 dB steps
Phones: 128 dB in 1 dB steps
Mac Requirements 1 GHz Intel-based Mac or faster
2 GB RAM, 4 GB or more recommended
Mac OS X version 10.8 or later
Available Thunderbolt, USB or AVB/TSN Ethernet port (AVB/TSN Ethernet audio interface operation requires OS X 10.11 or later)
A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
Windows Requirements 1 GHz Pentium-based Windows compatible or faster
2 GB RAM, 4 GB or more recommended
Windows 7,8, or 10
Available Thunderbolt or USB port
A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
Remote Control Any web client platform: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Any web browser: Safari, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Explorer, etc.
Web client must be connected to the same network as the MOTU AVB interface by wire or Wi-Fi
Operating Systems For computer audio I/O: Mac OS X 10.8 or later; Windows 7 or later
For web app control: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Mac Compatible Core Audio Drivers for MAC OS X
MOTU Digital Performer
Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
Apple Logic Pro
Apple Logic Express
Apple Garage Band
Apple SoundTrack Pro
Ableton Live
Propellerhead Record and Reason
Steinberg Cubase
Cockos Reaper
Native Instruments Kontakt
Waves standalone apps (and plug-ins via compatible host)
Windows Compatible WAVE and ASIO drivers for Windows 7, 8, and 10
MOTU Digital Performer
Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
Ableton Live
Cakewalk Sonar
Steinberg Cubase
Propellerhead Record and Reason
Image Line FL Studio
Sony Vegas Pro
Sony Sound Forge
Sony Acid
Cockos Reaper
Native Instruments Kontakt
Waves standalone apps (and plug-ins via compatible host)
Power External 12-18 VDC power supply 1.0 A max (tip pos or neg )
Dimensions 8.6 x 7.0 x 1.8" / 21.8 x 17.8 x 4.4 cm
Weight 2.2 lb / 1.0 kg

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Details

  • Product: MOTU 624 - Thunderbolt and USB Audio Interface with AVB Networking and DSP (16 x 16, 2 Mic)
  • Manufacturer: Motu
  • Model: 624
  • SKU: 9355
  • RM Product #: 40237

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