MOTU 828 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
Features
- For Musicians, Creators, Podcasters
- AC Powered, USB 3.1, Mac/Windows/iOS
- 2 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps, 8 Line Ins
- 8 Line, 2 Headphone, 2 Monitor Outputs
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA Conversion
- 16 ADAT I/O, S/PDIF I/O, Wordclock I/O
Description
Designed to cater to the needs of professional musicians, content creators, and podcasters, the fully overhauled MOTU 828 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface guarantees a seamless connection to Mac, Windows, or iOS devices through the lightning-fast USB 3.1 with a speed of 5 Gbps. The interface ensures exceptional audio quality with its low-latency high-performance drivers, offering a whopping 60 channels of I/O and the ability to mix 24 channels. This comprehensive solution for audio enthusiasts also incorporates various onboard effects processing options such as reverb, 4-band AEQ, and compression. Additionally, the enhanced front panel features a vastly improved user interface and high-resolution metering, enhancing the overall user experience.
The highly acclaimed ESS Sabre32 DAC technology boasts an impressive 125 dB of dynamic range and exceedingly low harmonic distortion, supporting all standard sample rates up to 24-bit / 192 kHz. Drawing upon decades of MOTU engineering expertise in audio-interface technology, the analog performance is nothing short of exceptional. The interface offers a swift and reliable connection to Mac, Windows, or iOS devices via USB 3.1, capable of handling up to 60 audio channels (28-in / 32-out). Thanks to the class-compliant firmware, there is no need for any drivers when plugging and playing with Mac or iOS hosts. Furthermore, the interface works seamlessly with any audio apps, thanks to its industry-standard high-performance drivers.
Featuring an impressive array of 28 inputs and 32 outputs, including two combo XLR/TRS mic / line / Hi-Z guitar inputs with send/return inserts, eight TRS analog (line-level) in/out, and separate main outs on XLR jacks, the interface provides versatile connectivity options. The front-panel Hi-Z combo input allows for easy connection of your guitar, while CueMix's near-zero latency enables loop to any output (with the option of a re-amp adapter, if necessary) and simultaneous recording of both the dry signal and your miked-up amp. Additionally, each 828 mic input includes a dedicated analog send/return loop, enabling mono or stereo mic-channel outboard processing via fully balanced connections.
Specifications
Key Specs | |
Channels of I/O | 28 Inputs / 32 Outputs |
Channels of I/O | Analogue: 10 Input / 14 Output ADAT: 16 Input / 16 Output at 44.1/48 kHz 8 Input / 8 Output at 88.2/96 kHz 4 Input / 4 Output at 176.4/192 kHz S/PDIF: 2 Input / 2 Output at Up to 96 kHz |
Maximum Sampling Rate | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Microphone Inputs | 2 |
Analogue Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Input 8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Monitor Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output |
Digital Audio I/O | 2 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input 2 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output |
Host Connection | USB-C (Class-Compliant) |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.13 or Later Windows 10 or Later |
Power Requirements | AC Input |
Channels of I/O | 28 Inputs / 32 Outputs |
Channels of I/O | Analogue: 10 Input / 14 Output ADAT: 16 Input / 16 Output at 44.1/48 kHz 8 Input / 8 Output at 88.2/96 kHz 4 Input / 4 Output at 176.4/192 kHz S/PDIF: 2 Input / 2 Output at Up to 96 kHz |
Built-In DSP | Yes |
Maximum Sampling Rate | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Microphone Inputs | 2 |
Built-In Microphone | No |
Input Level Adjustment | 2 x Knob |
Expansion Slots | No |
Signal Processing | |
Pad | Mic/Line/Hi-Z: -20 dB (Switchable per Channel) |
Gain/Trim Range | Combo XLR-1/4" Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 74 dB (in 1 dB Steps) Digital Inputs: 20 dB |
High-Pass Filter | No |
Solo/Mute | Mute per Master |
Connectivity | |
Analogue Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Input 8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Monitor Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output |
Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off |
Digital Audio I/O | 2 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input 2 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output |
Host Connection | USB-C (Class-Compliant) |
Host Connection Protocol | USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi |
USB (Non-Host) | No |
Sync I/O | 1 x BNC Word Clock Input 1 x BNC Word Clock Output/Thru |
Network I/O | No |
MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
Other I/O | 1 x 1/4" Footswitch |
Wireless | Wi-Fi *Built-In |
Performance | |
Maximum Input Level | Mic Inputs: 0 dBu Line/Insert Inputs: +21 dBu |
Maximum Output Level | Line/Insert/Monitor Outputs: +21 dBu Headphone Outputs: 14.4 dBu |
Impedance | Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Headphone Outputs: < 1 Ohm |
Dynamic Range | Mic Inputs: 118 dBA Line Inputs: 120 dBA Line Outputs: 125 dBA Headphone Outputs: 118 dBA Line Outputs: 125 dB Digital AD/DA Convertors: 125 dB |
THD+N | Mic Inputs: -114 dB Line Inputs: -114 dB / 0.0002% Line Outputs: -114 dB / 0.0002% Headphone Outputs: -110 dB / 0.0003% |
EIN | Mic Inputs: -129 dBu |
Digital Audio | |
Sample Rates | 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz |
Sample Rate Conversion | No |
Bit Depths | 24-Bit |
Latency | 2 ms at 96 kHz |
Sync Sources | ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF, Word Clock |
Audio Storage & Playback | |
Media/Memory Card Slot | No |
Compatibility | |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.13 or Later Windows 10 or Later |
Included Software | No |
Processor Requirement | Mac: Intel Core Apple |
RAM Requirements | 4 GB |
Mobile App Compatible | Yes: iOS Only |
Power | |
Power Requirements | AC Input |
AC Input Power | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
Physical | |
Rackmount Size | 1 RU |
Dimensions | 19 x 12.25 x 1.75" / 48.3 x 31.12 x 4.45 cm |
Weight | 11.0 lb / 5.0 kg |
In The Box
- MOTU 828 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- USB-C to USB-C Cable
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Details
- Product: MOTU 828 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Manufacturer: Motu
- Model: 9390
- SKU: 9390
- RM Product #: 111830