Audient ASP880 – 8-Channel Console Mic Preamp & ADC (1U Rack)

Elevate your recording setup with the Audient ASP880. This 1U 8-channel preamp module packs Audient’s prestigious Class-A console mic preamps, Burr-Brown converters, insert points, and dual JFET instrument inputs—ideal for studio expansions or standalone operation.

Galvenās iezīmes

• 8 Audient Console mic preamps: Clean, vintage-analog tone with variable input impedance, HPF, ± polarity, and –10 dB pad
• High-performance converters: Transparent Burr-Brown AD with insert returns and full analog signal chain control
• Insert points: Eight analog send/return pairs let you insert external gear before conversion
• 2 discrete JFET D.I inputs: Front-panel Hi-Z inputs for guitars or bass, for direct and rich signal capture
• Digital I/O: Supports ADAT, AES, and S/PDIF for flexible routing with interfaces or converters
• Standalone ADC mode: Bypass the mic pres and use ASP880 as a dedicated converter or expansion unit
• Solid construction: Rugged 1U aluminum chassis built for studio environments

Priekšrocības

The ASP880 gives your studio more color, depth, and flexibility. Drive multiple microphones with pristine analog tone, patch in external gear via inserts, and expand your interface with pro-grade conversion—all without needing a new interface.

Īsas specifikācijas

• Mic Gain Range: –10 to +60 dB with pad
• Mic EIN: < –127.5 dBu
• High-Pass Filter: Sweepable 25–250 Hz
• Instrument Inputs: 2 × JFET D.I (Hi-Z, up to +60 dB gain)
• I/O: 8 × insert sends/ADC returns, ADAT, AES, S/PDIF, Word Clock
• Izmēri: 48 × 23 × 4.5 cm
• Chassis: 1U rackmount, all-metal

Komplektācijā

• Audient ASP880 preamp/ADC unit
• IEC power cable
• Quick start guide with software and ARC plugin bundle

Plusi un mīnusi

✅ Plusi:

• Eight console-quality preamps elevate audio clarity and depth
• Insert points enable analog processing before conversion
• Expandable via ADAT for future flexibility

⚠️ Mīnusi:

• Requires an audio interface with ADAT or digital I/O
• Not bus-powered—requires external AC power

The Audient ASP880 provides premium mic preamps and flexible conversion in a compact rackmount unit—an essential upgrade for serious studios seeking sonic depth and scalability.