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Versatile enough to take on any task. Meet the MOTU 8pre-ES Thunderbolt/USB Audio Interface. With this rackmountable interface in your rig they'll be nothing stopping you from being able to achieve the finest recordings possible. Consisting of eight combi-jack inputs, you'll be able to capture detailed recordings of single instruments or simple full band recordings. The inclusion of ESS Sabre32 DAC technology serves to provide you with distortion free recording thanks to its staggering 123dB of dynamic range. No matter what the sample rate is, the MOTU 8pre-ES guarantees low-latency performances. Every. Single. Time.
The wide range of connectivity that the 8pre-ES offers makes expanding your set-up a breeze. Take advantage of the 52 channels of I/O to connect your favourite instruments, outboard and microphones to create your dream rig. Thanks to the inclusion of an onboard DSP mixer you'll be able to achieve "record-ready" sounds from the get-go. EQ to taste, tame the dynamics and add a sprinkle of reverb. Seriously. Achieving great sounds is really that simple. Not only will performers be inspired to give you their all, their improved performances will make your job easier!
Incredibly versatile. You'll be able to use the 8pre-ES as either a standalone mixer or wirelessly from your phone, tablet or laptop. If you're a self-recording artist then this is a dream. Just as comfortable on the stage as it is in the studio. The 8pre-ES makes recording feel effortless.
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Music is a highly emotive subject, each song is the outpouring of the musicians' feelings and emotions. That's why during the recording process communication between artist and producer is essential. The 8pre-ES features a talk-back microphone and front-panel talk button. This allows you to converse with the artist, regardless of where you're positioned in the building. Even if you're not in the same room, the direct communication allows you to be upfront with your ideas for development. The ability to clearly communicate enables you to take charge of your sessions.
From drums to strings, and pianos to vocals. It's hard to make bad recordings when you've got MOTU preamps in your set-up. These studio-grade preamps guarantee crystal clear, transparent reproduction of virtually any instrument or voice. Their low-noise floor and extensive dynamic range makes every source sound wholly natural. So much so that upon later playback, you'll be forgiven for forgetting that you're not in the same room as the artist!
The MOTU 8pre-ES comes complete with its very own integrated digital mixer. Thanks to its large-console format consisting of 48 channels, seven stereo buses and 32-bit effects processing, you'll feel right at home and will be able to achieve polished results before you've even pressed record.
Incredibly versatile, the on-board classic reverb is capable of producing decay times of up to 60 seconds. Whether you're emulating the the vibe of small drum rooms, or the feeling of falling into oblivion, it'll feel like anything is possible with this reverb in your set-up.
Sculpt your sound using the four band parametric equaliser. Inspired by the iconic range of British consoles that were used when making classic albums for the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Queen and Sting. This EQ offers unparalleled surgical precision when it comes to tonal shaping.
Tame your dynamics with the fat, warm sound of optical compression. Modelled on the iconic LA-2A compressor, you'll be taken right back to the golden age of recording. This compressor is perfect on acoustic instruments, kick drums, basses, electric guitars and vocals.
To make the most of your 8pre-ES connect it directly to a wireless router (not provided). This allows you to use your laptop, phone or tablet to manipulate the internal mixer and on-board processing. There's no need for installation drivers either, it's web based! This means you can use your preferred browser on any device as long as you're operating on the same network.