MOTU 8 Pre USB – 16 x 12 FireWire audio interface

Turn your computer into a powerful digital audio workstation with eight mic inputs. Or add eight high-quality mic/instrument inputs to your current system.

The 8pre FireWire audio interface delivers everything you need to turn your computer into a powerful 24-bit, 96kHz digital audio workstation. The 8pre provides eight microphone/instrument preamps with pristine 96kHz analog recording and playback, combined with 8 channels of ADAT optical digital I/O. Expand your system by connecting additional 8pres or other MOTU FireWire audio interfaces.

Use the included CueMix™ software to mix all 16 inputs from your computer. Eight channels of ADAT optical I/O make the 8pre an ideal companion for a digital mixer. Two ADAT lightpipe connections work together to support a full 8 channels of optical digital I/O at any sample rate up to 96kHz.

Connect all of your studio gear, including microphones, guitars, synths, keyboards, drum machines and even effects processors. Then monitor all of these live inputs via the 8preʼs main outs or headphone jack — with virtually no monitoring latency and no processor drain on your computer. You can even create separate monitor mixes for the main outs and headphones. Control everything, including talk-back and listen-back, from the included CueMix Console™ software, just like a large studio console.

The 8pre includes a 16-channel MIDI interface. Simply plug in your FireWire cable, and both MIDI and audio are ready to go. Connect any MIDI device, such as a controller keyboard, synth module, automated control surface or drum machine. Timing is sample-accurate with supporting software.

The 8pre provides cross-platform compatibility with Mac OS X 10.3 or higher, Windows XP and all of your favorite audio software and host-based effects via WDM/ASIO/Core Audio drivers. Or you can use the included AudioDesk workstation software for Mac OS, with 24-bit recording/editing and 32-bit mixing/processing/mastering.

The 8pre is really two products in one. When it is not connected to a computer via FireWire, the 8pre functions as an eight-channel analog to digital (optical) converter. Connect the 8pre to your MOTU 828, 896, Traveler or even another 8pre via the optical "lightpipe” connection to add eight high-quality microphone pre-amps to your system. Since the connection is digital, 100% pristine sound is maintained, down to the very last sample.

MOTU FireWire audio interfaces are fully compatible with FireWire 800-equipped Macs. All you need is a standard FireWire 400-to-800 cable. Just plug in and go. The FireWire bus operates at 400 Mb/sec, providing the same high speed, low latency and rock solid reliability that MOTU FireWire interfaces are known for.

The 8pre is the perfect way to instantly add eight more mic inputs to any audio interface or digital mixer with optical I/O. If you have a MOTU interface with on-board CueMix DSP mixing, such as the 828mkII, 896HD or Traveler, the 8pre inputs appear directly in the host interface's CueMix mixer to becomes a transparent extension of your system, operating together with your primary interface as a single, integrated unit — even when the host interface is not connected to a computer and is instead operating as a stand-alone mixer.

If you have a 2408mk3, digital mixer or other audio device that supports 96kHz optical and also has two optical inputs, the 8pre connects to it via both optical ports to provide a full eight channels of analog to optical conversion at the 88.2 or 96kHz sample rates.

2 IN x 4 OUT USB Audio Interface
for iPad and Mac

Apogee Duet is an award-winning audio interface, headphone amp and MIDI interface making it easy to create professional recordings anywhere on your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or Mac. With Apogeeʼs legendary digital audio conversion and world-class mic preamps, Duet is the best way to capture your music with incredible dimension and detail.

The new Duet for iPad and Mac features special circuitry designed to deliver professional performance for iPad use along with low latency USB 2.0 performance for Mac. And with the addition of MIDI I/O you can connect and power a Core MID compatible keyboard/controller while using Duet with your iPad or iOS device.

• Duet charges the iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad when connected so your work is not interrupted.
• 2 analog inputs with world-class mic preamps and selectable 48v phantom power for connecting microphones, instruments or line-level devices.
• Direct connection with Lightning or 30-pin iOS devices** (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad) and USB connection to Mac.
• Software control of hardware parameters including input selection and low latency monitoring.

Specifications

Computer: Intel Mac 1.5GHz or faster
Memory: 2 GB RAM minimum, 4 GB recommended
OS: 10.6.4 or greater
Connection and Power: USB, powered by any available USB port on the computer (DC power optional)

• Mac
  • Any Mac Core Audio compatible application
  • Recommended apps: Logic, GarageBand, MainStage, Final Cut, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Digital Performer, Studio One, Cubase, and Nuendo
• iOS
  • Any iOS Core Audio compatible app. Recommended apps: GarageBand, Auria

• Duet
• Breakout Cable with:
  • 2 Combination Line/Mic/Instrument Inputs
  • 2 Balanced Line Outputs
• USB Cable (Lightning and 30-pin cables sold separately)
• Universal Power Adapter for US, UK and EU
• Quick Start Guide

• First professional stereo audio interface for iPad
• Works with GarageBand, Auria, MultiTrack; Any Core Audio compatible app on iOS
• Works with GarageBand, Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton; Any Core Audio compatible app on Mac
• USB 2.0 Mac and iOS audio interface
• 2 analog inputs:
  • Combination Line (balanced +20dBu max)
  • Mic/Instrument (+20dBu/+14dBu max)
  • 2 Microphone preamps with up to 75dB of gain
  • Selectable 48v phantom power, Soft Limit and phase invert
• 4 analog outputs:
  • 2 Balanced line outputs, +20 dBu maximum output level
  • 1 Independent 1/4” stereo headphone output
• MIDI connection (Core MIDI compatible; USB-A type connector)
• A/D and D/A conversion at 24-bit/192kHz
• Controller knob selects function, sets input and output level
• Top panel high resolution OLED display
• Two assignable top panel touch pads to control:
  • Mute speakers, headphones or all outputs
  • Dim speakers, headphones or all outputs
  • Sum to mono speakers, headphones or all outputs
  • Assign headphones to outputs 1-2, 3-4 or low latency mixer
  • Clear Meters
• Apogeeʼs Maestro (Mac & iOS) app for advanced control
• Legendary Apogee sound quality
• Designed in California – Made in the U.S.A.

nio 2 | 4 is a 2 In / 4 Out mobile USB interface for the modern music maker. Nio 2 | 4 features Novationʼs unique ʽDirect FXʼ technology, placing a powerful multi-effects engine within nio 2 | 4ʼs custom drivers. These effects rest close to the core of your computer, working independently of other software and providing powerful ultra-low latency effects for hassle-free, real time jamming and recording. This same unique environment ensures rock-solid, lightning-fast performance, making it the ideal interface solution for home recording, live performing and DJʼing alike; one size fits all. With two headphones outputs, itʼs also an ideal solution for the classroom environment.

• 1 XLR (with phantom power)
• 1 TS Jack
• 2 RCA Phono
• Two inputs simultaneously only - either stereo RCA phono or the XLR and Jack

• 4 RCA Phono
• 2 stereo 1/4" Headphones Jacks

• 44.1/48kHz sample rate
• 24-bit resolution

• Data ports: 1 x USB 1.1

• MIDI i/o

• Operating system: Mac OSX 10.3.9 or greater (Leopard also supported) or Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or greater (Vista 32/64 also supported)
• Minimum Computer spec: Mac - G3/600MHz or G4/667MHz, both with 256MB RAM or PC - Pentium 3/500MHz/256MB RAM (machines running Vista will require a higher spec)
  
  Interfacing: USB 1.1 compatible USB connector (also compatible with USB 2.0), 28/24 awg USB cable recommended

• 633g
• 45.4mm (H) x 144mm (W) x 149mm (D)

The Traveler-mk3 is MOTU's most advanced FireWire audio interface. Once again it raises the bar with innovative new features, enhanced standard features that remain unique, superb sound and reliable performance.

Engineered for high-end mobile recording applications, the Traveler-mk3 delivers four very high quality mic inputs, bus power, optional battery power and DSP-driven mixing and effects processing.

The Traveler-mk3 provides eight channels of pristine 192 kHz analog recording and playback, combined with twenty channels of digital I/O in ADAT optical, AES/EBU and S/PDIF formats. Expand your system by connecting additional MOTU FireWire audio interfaces or the 8pre mic input expander.

The Traveler-mk3 is equally well-suited for studio, stage and remote locations, with or without a computer. As an interface or stand-alone mixer, the Traveler-mk3 provides 28 separate inputs and 30 separate outputs, including four XLR/quarter-inch "combo” mic/instrument analog inputs equipped with pre-amps, individual 48V phantom power switches and Digital Precision Trim™ controls conveniently adjusted from the front panel or CueMix FX™ software.

MOTU FireWire audio interfaces are fully compatible with FireWire 800-equipped Macs. All you need is a standard FireWire 400-to-800 cable. Just plug in and go. The FireWire bus operates at 400 Mb/sec, providing the same high speed, low latency and rock solid reliability that MOTU FireWire interfaces are known for.

Connect all of your audio instruments and gear, including mics, guitars, synths, keyboards, drum machines and even effects processors. Record, monitor, route and process all of these live inputs using the professional on-board CueMix FX digital mixer with no latency and no processor strain on your computer. Apply hardware DSP-driven effects processing to inputs, outputs, and busses independent of your host computer.

Add Classic Reverb™ with lengths up to 60 seconds. Further sculpt your sound with 7-band parametric EQ featuring filter types carefully modeled after British analog console EQs. Choose between two forms of compression: a conventional compressor and the Leveler™, an accurate model of the legendary LA-2A™ optical compressor that provides vintage, musical automatic gain control. When recording from the four mic/guitar inputs, the Traveler-mk3ʼs signal overload protection gives you an extra 12 dB of headroom above zero with no clipping or harsh artifacts.

After programming the on-board mixing in the studio, unplug the Traveler-mk3, remove the rack brackets, and take it on the road for operation as a portable, bus-powered audio interface for a laptop or battery-operated stand-alone mixer with effects. The Traveler slides easily into your backpack and fits neatly beneath your laptop. All mixing and effects parameters are adjustable using the front panel backlit LCD. Record extended sessions even in the most remote locations with the complete freedom of field battery power.

The Traveler-mk3 provides cross-platform compatibility with Mac and Windows and all of your favorite audio software and host-based effects via WDM/ASIO/Core Audio drivers. Or you can use the included AudioDesk workstation software for Mac, with 24-bit recording/editing and 32-bit mixing/processing/mastering.

Mbox® is a premium audio interface, packing a wide range of analog and digital I/O connections into a mobile form factor.

* Compatible with most major audio software (Pro Tools LE®, Logic, Live, Cubase, and more)
* Bus-powered USB 2.0 connection for maximum mobility
* Professional-grade circuitry and converters deliver exceptional audio performance
* Up to 24-bit, 96 kHz sample rates
* Soft-clip limiter lets you track hot signals without clipping—providing a classic overdriven tape saturation sound
* Built-in guitar tuner
* Onboard DSP offers flexible cue mixing and reverb effects
* Assignable Pro Tools multi-function button on interface gives you fast access to software functions
* Hardware configuration:
o 4 x 4 simultaneous channels of I/O
o 2 XLR mic/line combo inputs with 48 V phantom power
o 2 1/4” DI inputs on front panel for easy access
o 2 balanced 1/4” monitor outputs
o 1 1/4” stereo headphone output with volume control
o Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O
o 1 MIDI input, 1 MIDI output
o Monitor control section with Mono and Dim controls
o Dedicated monitor volume knob

Pro Tools LE Software
Pro Tools 8 Software

The Pro Tools® software platform is used in professional studios around the world, and includes all the tools you need to easily compose, record, edit, mix, and master your projects with pro results—every time.

Key Features

* Award-winning Pro Tools recording, editing, and mixing
* 48 simultaneous stereo audio tracks (expandable with Toolkit options)
* Includes over 70 professional effects and virtual instruments
* Professional MIDI sequencing with dedicated MIDI Editor window
* Integrated Score Editor based on award-winning Sibelius notation software
* Full Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch to easily adjust timing and pitch on your tracks
* Unique Beat Detective LE automatic groove analysis and correction tool
* ReWire support for streaming your favorite applications right into Pro Tools
* Huge selection of compatible third-party plug-ins and software options
* Works on Windows and Mac computers

System Requirements
Mac PC

* Mac OS X 10.5.8 (Leopard) or 10.6.1-10.6.4 (Snow Leopard)
* 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)
* 6 GB free disk space
* Intel® processor (no PowerPC® support)
* One USB port



* Windows® XP 32-bit SP3, Windows Vista® 32-bit SP2, Windows 7 32-bit, or Windows 7 64-bit
* 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended)
* 5 GB free disk space
* One USB port

Compatibility
ASIO, Core Audio, WDM, MME, and multi-client drivers

Yamaha AUDIOGRAM3 Computer Recording System Specifications:

• Mic/Hi-Z input: 1
• Audio Format: USB AUDIO 1.1, 16bit/44.1kHz
• Combo Connectors: 1
• Stereo In connectors: Phone connector x 2 (L/MONO x 2, R x 2)
• USB Connector: To Host x 1
• Headphone connector: Stereo Phone connector x 1
• Stereo Out connector: Phone connector x 2 (L, R)
• Power Supply: USB powered
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 180 mm x 61 mm x 112 mm (7-1/8" x 2-3/8" x 4-3/8“)
• Accessories: CUBASE AI DVD, Owner's Manual, USB Cable
  
  System Requirements
• Windows Vista
• Windows-based computer with built-in USB interface
• OS: Windows Vista
• CPU: 1GHz or better Intel Core / Pentium / Celeron processor
• Memory: More than 1GB
  
  Windows XP
• Windows-based computer with built-in USB interface
• OS: Windows XP Professional / XP Home Edition
• CPU: 750MHz or better Intel Core / Pentium / Celeron processor
• Memory: More than 128MB
  
  Macintosh
• Macintosh computer with built-in USB interface
• OS: Mac OS X 10.3.3 or higher
• CPU: Intel CPU / Macintosh G3 processor 300 MHz or better
• Memory: More than 128MB
  
  Cubase AI4 System Requirements:
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• Windows
• OS: Windows XP Professional SP1 / XP Home Edition SP1 / Windows Vista (32-bit)
• CPU: Intel Pentium 1.4GHz or better
• Available Memory: More than 512MB
• Hard Disk: Free disk space of 1GB or more
• Audio Interface: Windows DirectX / ASIO compatible
  
  Macintosh
• OS: Mac OS X 10.4 or higher
• CPU: Power Mac G4 1GHz or Core Solo 1.5GHz or better
• Available Memory: More than 512MB
• Hard Disk: Free disk space of 1GB or more