Focusrite Clarett OctoPre Rackmount 8 Channel AD/DA Converter with ISA-Modelled Mic Preamps

Description Designed to provide an additional eight mic pres, eight line outputs, and 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion, the Focusrite Clarett OctoPre connects with your existing interface via ADAT connections. Building upon the success of the original OctoPre, the Clarett OctoPre features improved high-dynamic-range A/D and D/A conversion with ultralow distortion that provides clearer mixes and stunning details at all levels. The mic pres are outfitted with Focusrite’s proprietary Air feature, which allows you to switch impedances to emulate an analog ISA preamp. You can also instantiate a transformer-resonance effect to lend your signal clarity and a sense of air. These mic pres switch automatically between mic level and line level.The front-panel inputs feature an extended amount of headroom to suit the high-output signal of sources such as electric guitars, while the rear panel offers XLR-1/4″ combination jacks for the remaining six inputs. With a dynamic range of 118 dB, each input leads into a 24-bit analog-to-digital conversion stage capable of sample rates up to 192 kHz. Every input also sports its own insertion point—with hardwired relay bypass—for outboard compressors, EQs, or any processor you have.On the output side, the Clarett OctoPre offers eight channels of digital-to-analog conversion, giving you 118 dB of dynamic range in the process. The analog outputs are accessible via a 25-pin D-sub connection. As the outputs can also be configured to accept line-level signal from the mic pres, this device is suitable for mixing sessions and for feeding live consoles, while simultaneously recording on the digital side. FeaturesThe Classic Focusrite Sound with All-Analog Air – Get closer to the origins of Focusrite with premium relay-controlled analog circuitry on every preamp that emulates the classic Focusrite ISA 110, as featured on the original Focusrite Studio Console. When Air is engaged, it switches the impedance to 2.2 kilohms and adds two cumulative high shelves, totaling a 4 dB boost in the high frequencies.Capture the Truest Version of your Sound with Clarett Mic Pre – Achieve clear recordings in any session. With 118 dB of dynamic range and 129 dBu EIN, the natural sound of source signals is preserved. The fully balanced signal path ensures inbound signals are clean and with ultralow noise—giving sessions the professional Focusrite sound.Stay Plugged in with Inserts on Every Channel – Clarett OctoPre’s eight dedicated channel inserts allow you to track through your favorite outboard and capture its true character. Easily add analog equipment to the signal path with our flexible insert design.Clear, Accurate Multitracking with Improved A-D Converters – Multitrack with confidence and handle any recording session. Offering ultralow noise/distortion, Clarett OctoPre’s A-D conversion combined with the powerful preamps give professional-sounding tracks ready for mixing.Preserve Your Signature Style with Improved D-A converters – Clarett OctoPre’s exceptional D-A conversion allows engineers to easily process audio in their signature style, confident that audio quality is preserved when sending audio to analog compressors, EQs, and effects. Connect Clarett OctoPre to a Clarett 8Pre via ADAT and send 16 channels to a mixer.Premium-Quality Audio over ADAT – Add Clarett OctoPre to a 2Pre, 4Pre, or 8Pre to expand your I/O easily and consistently via ADAT. Non-Clarett users can upgrade to a professional standard and bring the classic Focusrite sound to their recordings by connecting to an ADAT-enabled interface, benefitting from the premium quality offered by Clarett OctoPre.Preserve the Natural Tone of Your Guitar – Capture the true characteristics of guitars with Clarett OctoPre’s JFET guitar inputs. Wide input bandwidth retains the purity of high frequencies and feels like you are plugging straight into an amp.SpecificationsGeneralMic InputsFrequency Response: 20 to 20 kHz ± <0.03 dB Frequency Response: 20 to 35 kHz: ± <0.15 dB Dynamic Range (Min Gain): 118 dB THD N (-1 dBFS, 20 dB Gain): -110 dB Noise EIN: -129 dBu Max Input Level: 18 dBu Gain Range: 57 dBLine InputsFrequency Response: 20 to 20 kHz ± <0.05 dB Frequency Response: 20 to 35 kHz ± <0.15 dB Dynamic Range (Min Gain): 118 dB THD N (-1 dBFS, Min Gain): -100 dB Max Input Level: 26 dBu Gain Range: 57 dBInstrument InputsFrequency Response: 20 to 20 kHz ± <0.04 dB Frequency Response: 20 to 35 kHz ± <0.15 dB Dynamic Range: 116 dB THD N (-1 dBFS, Min Gain): -96.5 dB Max Input Level: 15 dBu Gain Range: 57 dBLine OutputsFrequency Response: 20 to 20 kHz ± <0.02 dB Frequency Response: 20 to 35 kHz ± <0.02 dB Dynamic Range: 124 dB Max Output Level: 18 dBu THD N: -106 dBInputs / OutputsAudio I/O8 x Combo XLR-1/4″ 3-Pin Line/Mic Input 2 x 1/4″ TRS Hi-Z/Instrument Input 1 x DB-25 Line OutputInsert8 x 1/4″ / 6.35 mm TRS (Send/Return Insert)Word Clock2 x BNC Connectors (Input/Output)ADAT I/O2 x ADAT Optical Inputs 2 x ADAT Optical OutputsPowerPower SourceAC Input (Included)AC Input Power100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 HzPower Consumption30 WPhysicalColorRedPackaging InfoPackage Weight12.255 lbBox Dimensions (LxWxH)23.9 x 14.7 x 3.5″