MOTU Audio Express Firewire & USB Hybrid Audio Interface

Full Description

Studio-grade sound with onboard mixer

From recording vocals and instruments to soundtracking for film; the MOTU Audio Express is equipped with all the tools you need to achieve your goal. The dual combination XLR inputs are ideal for capturing vocal/instrument recordings, allowing you to connect microphones, guitars, keyboards and more. The 6-in/6-out configuration is perfect for studio work and live performances. Utilising cutting-edge technology and modern innovation, the MOTU Audio Express provides exceptional audio fidelity, capturing every nuance of your performance.

What sets the MOTU Audio Express apart from other audio interfaces the onboard 8-bs digital mixer which routes and mixes all six inputs to any output pair. This is highly useful for live performances, allowing you to easily route your various inputs and create a cohesive mix; with each input channel features its own dedicated volume knob. You can even control multiple mixes with visual feedback from the front panel LEDs and onboard metering. The precision Digital Trim controls are designed to provide adjustments in 1 dB increments, allowing you to fine-tune your levels before post-processing.

Analog and digital connectivity

The Audio Express interface provides a wide variety of analog and digital connectivity, allowing you to hook up all your gear and make the Audio Express the main hub of your studio. You can monitor your levels or mix in privacy using the stereo headphone output (complete with independent volume control). It also features a stereo 24-bit/96kHz S/PDIF digital I/O which is useful for audio/visual work. The stereo analog inputs are comprised of balanced TRS 1/4-inch jacks with the same connects for the stereo main outputs (ideal for connecting to powered speakers).

Support both USB and Firewire connections, the MOTU Audio Express is compatible with both Mac and PC. It also features a DSP-driven phase lock engine complete with an internal clock source (producing ultra-low jitter) to ensure the best possible performance when used alongside external audio gear. If that wasn’t enough, the MOTU Audio Express also features DC coupled TRS outputs with support for plug and play operation, allowing you to get up and running in minutes.

Complete with AudioDesk and CueMix FX software

Complete with Audio Express is MOTU’s custom workstation and a graphical mixer. CueMix FX provides graphical, on-screen control of the interface’s onboard audio mixer. Providing advanced control for all your inputs, CueMix FX provides up to four separate stereo mixes. It also features a range of useful tools including a built-in tuner, oscilloscope, FFT/spectrogram and phase analysis tools for added convenience.

Also included with the interface is a copy of AudioDesk – a powerful workstation designed for Mac and Windows systems. This versatile DAW (digital audio workstation) provides all the tools you need to get creating and recording straight away. You can record, edit, arrange, mix, process and master all your sounds with exceptional control. With multi-track recording and advanced automation and mixing capabilities, AudioDesk is the perfect starting point for any musician.

Features

• 6-input, 6-output audio interface for Mac and Windows
• 6 x 8 physical input/output channels - all channels are available simultaneously and operate independently
• Hybrid FireWire/USB 2.0 connectivity - connect to your Mac or PC via either bus-powered Firewire or hi-speed USB2
• 8-bus digital mixer - routes and mixes all six inputs to any output pair
• Four separate mixes - each output pair (main outs, line outs, S/PDIF out, and phones) can have a completely different mix of all six inputs, with or without computer tracks
• Two mic/guitar combo jacks – ideal for vocals and instruments
• Stereo analog inputs
• Stereo main outs - on balanced TRS quarter-inch jacks
• Stereo 24-bit 96kHz S/PDIF digital input/output
• Stereo headphone output on quarter-inch jack with independent volume control
• Sample rates up to 96 kHz
• Precision Digital Trim™ — digital controlled trim with 1dB increments
• Front-panel mixing and control
• Front panel LED lights and metering
• Complete with CueMix FX graphical mixer software and AudioDesk

Specifications

• Audio interface: 6-input, 6-output audio interface for Mac and Windows
• I/O: 6 x 8 physical input/output channels - all channels are available simultaneously and operate independently
• USB connectivity:Hybrid FireWire/USB 2.0 connectivity - connect to your Mac or PC via either bus-powered Firewire or hi-speed USB2
• Mixer: 8-bus digital mixer - routes and mixes all six inputs to any output pair
• Four separate mixes: - each output pair can have a completely different mix of all six inputs, with or without computer tracks.
• Mic/Guitar jacks: Two mic/guitar combo jacks - provide hi-Z 1/4" guitar input or XLR mic input with phantom power, 20 dB pad and Precision Digital Trim.
• Stereo analog inputs: Line-level, balanced TRS quarter-inch jacks. Great for keyboards or other line level-input signals.
• Digital I/O: Stereo 24-bit 96kHz S/PDIF digital in/out.
• Headphone output: Stereo headphone output on quarter-inch jack with independent volume control
• Precision Digital Trim: Digitally controlled analog trim on all inputs
• Expandable: Add additional interfaces for more I/O as your needs grow.
• Time code support: directly resolves to (or generates) time code
• Includes: Native 32- and 64-bit drivers for Mac OS X and Windows 7/Vista, including ASIO, WDM, Wave, Core Audio, and Core MIDI
• Also Includes: AudioDesk workstation for the Mac with recording, editing, mixing, real-time 32-bit effects processing & sample-accurate sync.
• Dimensions: 9.5 x 7 x 1.75 inches (24.13 x 17.78 x 4.45 cm)
• Product Code: AUDIOEXPRESS