MOTU 8M Thunderbolt Audio Interface

8M Thunderbolt Audio Interface. MOTU interfaces can be found in studios around the world because of their superb performance record and trusted reliability. The 8M is one of several next-generation, high-performance audio interfaces, combining incredible audio, large console style mixing, and state-of-the-art features. Eight pristine mic inputs with individual preamps - These mic inputs are packed with extras The eight mic/guitar inputs are equipped with pristine, transparent preamps and offer individually adjustable 48V phantom power and -20dB pad. Preamp gain can be adjusted directly on the front panel, or from the web app control software running on your computer, tablet or smart phone. Mic inputs can be operated individually or in stereo pairs, as needed. V-Limit overload protection - This hardware limiter has got your back All mic/guitar inputs are equipped with V-Limit, a hardware limiter that helps prevent digital clipping from overloaded input signals. With V-Limited enabled, signals can go above zero dB (where limiting kicks in) to as high as +9dB above zero with no distortion due to digital clipping. Precision trim - Digitally controlled preamp gain You get the best of both worlds: analog preamp gain with digital precision and control. The 8M preamps provide 53dB of gain, which you can adjust in 1dB increments using detented digital rotary encoders. As you turn the encoder, you see long-throw graphic feedback and input metering in the LCD. You can also control all preamp settings - gain, pad and 48V phantom power switch - from the web app running on your Mac, iPad, iPhone or other wireless device. You can even save preamp configurations on your computer for future recall. Flexible combo jacks - Connect guitars, a keyboard, or other inputs Combo-style jacks accept quarter-inch plgs from a synth, keyboard, or other line-level input. You can also plug in your guitar, without an amp or cabinet, to run your guitar input through amp/cab simulation plug-ins in...