Audient ASP800 – Studio-Grade 8-Channel Mic Preamp + ADC
The Audient ASP800 brings eight legendary Class-A console mic preamps into a 1U rack unit, with flexible tone shaping, guitar-friendly instrument inputs, and high-fidelity analog-to-digital conversion—all in a silent and durable package.
Key Features
- Eight Class-A console mic preamps: Rich, transparent gain with 0 to +70 dB range, pads, polarity switches, and high-pass filters
- Retro Channels: Channels 1 and 2 offer HMX (MOSFET saturation) and IRON (transformer-style coloring) for adjustable analog character
- Dual JFET DI inputs: Front-mounted Hi-Z inputs perfect for direct guitar or bass recording
- High-quality Burr-Brown A/D conversion: 24-bit/96 kHz with exceptional dynamic range (~118 dB)
- Insert points: Analog send/return on all channels for external processing before conversion
- Expandable I/O: ADAT optical output and word clock input enable integration with larger studio setups
- Sleek, rackmount design: Rugged metal 1U enclosure, fanless, and whisper-quiet
Customer Benefits
Transform your desktop interface into a full studio rig with pristine mic preamps, hardware processing flexibility, and expandable connectivity. Whether you're capturing vocals, instruments, or full drum kits, the ASP800 elevates your sound pipeline with minimal gear changes.
Quick Specs
- Mic preamp gain: 0 to +70 dB with –15 dB pad
- Instrument inputs: 2 × front-panel JFET DI (Hi-Z)
- Analog outputs: 8-channel via DB-25
- Digital output: ADAT (SMUX) 8-channel optical
- Clock input: BNC Word Clock
- Conversion: 24-bit / up to 96 kHz, Burr-Brown
- Dimensions: 48.3 × 28.65 × 4.4 cm
- Weight: ~4.5 kg
What’s in the Box
- Audient ASP800 rackmount unit
- IEC power cable
- Quick start guide and software registration
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- High-quality mic preamps and conversion in one rackspace
- Retro saturation tools add analog warmth on demand
- Insert points offer flexible signal routing options
- Expandable via ADAT for growing setups
⚠️ Cons:
- Requires ADAT-equipped interface for full integration
- Rack-focused design not ideal for desktop-only use
The Audient ASP800 combines analog excellence, tonal versatility, and expandability in a compact rackmount format—professional sonic tools, crafted for modern studios and chosen by Soundium.
