M-Audio M-Track Eight | 8-Channel High-Resolution USB 2.0 Audio Interface with Octane Preamp (24-bit/96 kHz)

Product Features

– 8-channel USB 2.0 audio interface.

– 8 XLR+1/4′′ combo inputs with individual metering.

– Pristine and precise audio recording with up to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution.

– High-headroom inputs with Octane Preamp Technology, dedicated line-input circuitry for clean, professional recordings and 2 front-panel instrument inputs for easy access.

– Selectable phantom power (Channels 1-4; 5-8) for using condenser microphones.

– Dual headphone outs with selectable source for custom mixes and monitoring, 8 balanced 1/4′′ outputs and dedicated control room output.

– Zero-latency monitoring with USB/Analog Direct Balance control.

– Standard 1U 19" rack size with durable metal construction.

This eight-input USB 2.0 audio interface enables you to track large music ensembles, record a band, or mic an entire drum set with pro-grade audio components and a myriad of connections, all in pristine 24-bit/96kHz resolution.

Eight combo XLR+1/4" inputs accommodate nearly any source, from phantom-powered microphones to guitars, and eight dedicated outputs offer versatile playback options.

The XLR inputs are designed to work with microphones and other Lo-Z sources, and the phantom power switch enables you to use condenser microphones by delivering 48v phantom power to the XLR inputs (Channels 1-4; 5-8).

M-Track Eight also has two conveniently located inputs on the front panel that can be switched to allow instrument-level signals, so you can plug your electric guitar or bass directly into M-Track Eight and start recording.

Individual gain knobs with meters help ensure the proper input level by providing real-time visual feedback.

M-Track Eight also has two conveniently located inputs on the front panel that can be switched to allow instrument-level signals, so you can plug your electric guitar or bass directly into M-Track Eight and start recording.

Individual gain knobs with meters help ensure the proper input level by providing real-time visual feedback.

With the M-Track Eight each input channel is equipped with a high-headroom input that features M-Audio's sought- after Octane Preamp Technology.

The result is a robust signal path for clean, professional sound.

In addition, each input comes with dedicated line-input circuitry so you can record and track with your favorite external preamps.

With a single USB cable, M-Track Eight creates a two- way audio connection with your Mac or PC, enabling you to record directly into your favorite DAW, or playback audio to mix and master your tracks.

M-Track Eight offers a world of inspiring, production-ready sounds courtesy of the included software suite – a collection of award-winning virtual instruments including Strike 2, Mini Grand and Xpand!2 from the innovative, Germany-based software developer Air Music Technology.

With this software suite, you are provided with an expansive virtual instrument collection, granting direct access to a critically-acclaimed sonic palette that guarantees to inspire creativity from the 'get-go'.

In addition to outstanding audio performance, M-Track Eight connects to your computer via USB 2.0 and easily integrates into your studio with its standard 1U 19” rack size.

Plus, ProTools | First M-Audio Edition comes bundled with M-Track Eight for out-of-the-box music creation and a powerful software environment to record, edit and bounce down your songs.