What kind of interface do I need for Motu 828 Mk1?

What kind of interface do I need for Motu 828 Mk1?

I’m brand new to pro audio recording, and I’m putting together my system right now. I’m interested in buying a MOTU 828 Mk1 interface in order to pipe 4 XLR mics through the 828, through firewire, into the Mac, into some software VSTs, then back out through firewire to the 828 and output to some live monitors.

Can a tmotu 828 be used on a Mac?

TMOTU Audiodesk software is supplied with the 828.o make use of the 828 on a Mac, the computer should be a 300MHz or faster G3 or G4, with at least one FireWire port and FireWire Enabler 2.4 or later. You can use MacOS 8, but OS 9 is recommended.

How many inputs does a motu FireWire Mk1 have?

They feature a total of 18 inputs, have optical in and outs, 2 xlrs, spdif, ADAT sync, a dedicated hardware monitor and a firewire interface. When I went to MOTU’s website I was amazed to find they still supported it with their audio driver which you can download here .

Can a motu be removed from an outlet?

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: DO NOT PERMIT FINGERS TO TOUCH THE TERMINALS OF PLUGS WHEN INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE PLUG TO OR FROM THE OUTLET. WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED THE MOTU 828 COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

Can a motu 828X be used as a stand-alone mixer?

Apply DSP-driven compression, EQ and reverb to every input and output, independent of your host computer. After programming the on-board mixing in the studio, unplug the 828x from the computer and take it on the road for operation as a stand-alone mixer with effects.

What kind of inputs do you need for Motu?

We pack it in, like no one else can: two combo-style mic/guitar inputs with preamps, 8 balanced analog in/out, XLR main outs, 16 channels of ADAT optical (8 channels at 96 kHz), plus S/PDIF, word clock and MIDI. Connect all of your studio gear, including microphones, guitars, synths, keyboards, drum machines and even effects processors.

Is the 828X interface compatible with USB 2.0?

Since USB 2.0 devices are compatible with USB 3.0-equipped hosts, your 828x interface is a future-proof investment in your studio. Need legacy FireWire support? The 828mk3 Hybrid is for you »