MOTU UltraLite AVB 18x18 USB/AVB Audio Interface with DSP - Wireless Control and Audio Networking

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ULTRALITE AVB - Overview

The latest in MOTU's popular, award-winning UltraLite interface series, the UltraLite AVB is an 18-input, 18-output audio interface with DSP mixing, wi-fi control, AVB audio networking and best-in-class analog audio quality for on-the-go mobile audio recording.

36 SIMULTANEOUS AUDIO CHANNELS - THE MOST I/O EVER OFFERED IN THE ULTRALITE SERIES

You get 2 mic inputs, 2 guitar inputs, 6 line inputs, 8 line outputs, headphone out and 8-channel optical I/O for a total of 18 inputs and 18 outputs, simultaneously. The optical ports also support stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF).

BEST-IN-CLASS ANALOG AUDIO QUALITY - PERFORMANCE SUITABLE FOR THE MOST DEMANDING SITUATIONS

The UltraLite AVB sets a new standard for analog audio performance in a mobile audio interface. The eight balanced analog outputs deliver a stunning 117 dB dynamic range. This level of measured performance had previously only been available in audio interfaces that cost thousands of dollars.

UNIVERSAL CONNECTIVITY - CLASS COMPLIANT USB 2.0 PLUS AUDIO OVER ETHERNET

The UltraLite AVB connects to your computer with audio class compliant hi-speed USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 3.0 and iOS) for across-the-board compatibility now and in the future. Alternately, if you have a Mac running OS X Yosemite (10.10) or later, you can use a standard Ethernet cable for operation as an audio interface. Either way, the UltraLite AVB is compatible with all audio software.

DSP-POWERED MIXING - CONSOLE-STYLE MIXING WITH 48 CHANNELS AND 12 BUSSES

The mixer in the UltraLite AVB is a complete departure from earlier models. In fact, it's identical to the mixer found in MOTU's flagship 1248 and 16A interfaces. If you know your way around a large-format mixing console, you'll feel right at home. If you've ever wished to mix on a large console, the driver's seat is now yours.

WEB APP CONTROL - CONTROL EVERYTHING FROM YOUR LAPTOP, TABLET AND SMARTPHONE

The software that you use to control the UltraLite doesn't reside on your hard drive. It's a web app served from the hardware itself. This means you can control the UltraLite's on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network audio routing from the web app software running in your favorite web browser on a laptop, tablet or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. Use any web client on any platform - Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android - as long as it shares the same network.

STAND-ALONE MIXING WITH WIRELESS CONTROL - CONTROL EVERYTHING FROM YOUR IPAD OR IPHONE

Connect an Apple Airport or other Wi-Fi router directly to the UltraLite with a standard Ethernet cable and control the UltraLite AVB's powerful mixing and DSP effects from your smartphone or tablet, without a computer. Great for live sound mixing!

  • Specifications:

    • Mac System 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 high-speed USB 2.0 or AVB Ethernet port*
    • A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
    • *AVB Ethernet audio interface operation requires OS X Yosemite

    • Windows System Requirements
    • 1 GHz Pentium-based PC compatible or faster
    • 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended
    • Windows 7 or later
    • Available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
    • Available Ethernet port for firmware updates
    • A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)

    • Sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
    • Mic inputs: 2 x XLR mic inputs; Preamp gain: 0 to +56 dB (digitally controlled)
    • Analog inputs: 2 x 1/4" hi-Z guitar inputs (front panel); 6 x 1/4" TRS line inputs (balanced/unbalanced); Max level: +24 dBu (digitally adjustable -96 to +22)
    • Analog outputs: 8 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled); 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: 18 inputs and 18 outputs (36 total) at 1x sample rates; 14 inputs and 14 outputs (28 total) at 2x sample rates; 10 inputs and 10 outputs (20 total) at 4x sample rates
    • Computer I/O: 1 x USB 2.0 audio class compliant; USB 3.0 and iOS compatible; 1 x AVB Ethernet (requires OS X Yosemite)
    • Headphone: 1 x 1/4" TRS stereo phone (assignable)
    • Phantom power: 2 x individual +48V
    • Front panel:
    • 1 x 1/4" TRS headphone output
    • 2 x TRS hi-Z guitar input
    • 1 x digital rotary encoders main/phone volume
    • 2 x digital rotary encoders guitar input gain/power
    • 2 x digital rotary encoders mic preamp gain
    • 4 x switches (2) Pad and (2) 48V Phantom switch
    • 128 x 48 pixel LCD for level meters / menu nav
    • Power: External 12-18V DC power supply; 1.0A max tip pos or neg

    • Web App Support:
    • 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.
    • Included Software:
    • MOTU AVB Discovery App for Mac (finds connected MOTU interfaces)
    • MOTU AVB Discovery App for iOS (available from Apple App Store)
    • MOTU AVB Control web app (served from the hardware itself)
    • AudioDesk 4.0 for Mac & Windows (separate download)
    • 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
     
  • GTIN:

    0839128005983
     

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