{"product_id":"focusrite-isa-c8x","title":"Focusrite ISA C8X","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFocusrite ISA C8X – Eight-Channel ISA Audio Interface with Transformer Tone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first audio interface in Focusrite's legendary ISA range, the C8X pairs two transformer-coupled ISA preamps with six remote-controlled standard preamps, two instrument inputs and pristine 24-bit\/192 kHz conversion in a single 2U USB-C unit. Built to anchor a serious recording room with classic ISA character and modern recall, it's a centrepiece interface for engineers and producers at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo ISA preamps with Lundahl LL1538 transformers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original ISA tone in an interface, with switchable impedance and balanced inserts for outboard processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix standard preamps with up to 79 dB gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet, high-headroom channels for full-band tracking, with one-touch Multichannel Auto Gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsole \u0026amp; 430 Air analog modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switchable circuits add ISA 110 console color or 430 MkII transformer presence at the input stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo transformer-coupled instrument inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front-panel DI with 400 kΩ–1.2 MΩ switchable impedance for guitars and basses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-grade monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 balanced line outs with three monitor groups and two independent headphone outputs (130 mW @ 33 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive digital I\/O:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual ADAT, S\/PDIF, MIDI and Word Clock for tightly integrated hybrid setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull recall via Focusrite Control 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save and restore preamp gain, routing and headphone mixes from desktop or mobile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ISA C8X delivers the tonal weight studios buy ISA hardware for, without the rack of outboard normally required to capture it. Smart auto-gain, deep monitoring and recallable settings keep sessions moving, while the analog tone modes and instrument inputs give you creative shaping options before anything hits your DAW. It's a single, future-proof unit that tracks bands, vocals and DI sources with finished-sounding results from the first take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimultaneous I\/O:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 in \/ 28 out via USB 2.0 Type-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 mic preamps (2 ISA, 6 standard), 2 front-panel transformer instrument inputs, 8 fixed-gain line inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnalog outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 balanced line outs (3 monitor groups), 2 independent 1\/4″ headphone outs (130 mW @ 33 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital I\/O:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual ADAT (16 ch @ 44.1\/48 kHz, 8 ch @ 96 kHz), S\/PDIF I\/O, MIDI I\/O, Word Clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-bit \/ 192 kHz; up to 125 dB dynamic range on line outs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMic pre gain:\u003c\/strong\u003e ISA 79 dB (switchable 800 Ω – 7 kΩ impedance) \/ standard 69 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2U rackmount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48.26 × 29.28 × 8.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.56 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e External IEC mains supply (~40 W); not bus-powered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISA C8X audio interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.5 m USB Type-C to Type-C cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIEC power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet of four rubber feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse Cases \/ Ideal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for tracking bands and drum kits, high-end vocal and instrument sessions, hybrid mixing rigs and any studio that needs ISA color, deep I\/O and full recall in one chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass-compliant USB-C connection works with macOS, Windows and USB-C iPad. Routing, gain and monitor mixes are controlled via Focusrite Control 2 (desktop and mobile). Compatible with all major DAWs; ships with the Hitmaker Expansion bundle including bx_console Focusrite SC and Sonnox Oxford Reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Pros:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic ISA transformer tone built into a modern interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHuge I\/O count with three switchable monitor groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsole and 430 Air modes shape sound before conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultichannel Auto Gain and full recall speed up sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Cons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires mains power; not bus-powered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium pricing reflects the boutique transformer circuitry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADAT channel count halves at higher sample rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Focusrite ISA C8X brings four decades of ISA preamp heritage into a fully recallable USB-C interface, ready to be the heart of a modern studio. If you want classic transformer character, deep monitoring and pro-level I\/O in one unit, this is the ISA you've been waiting for — available now at Soundium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Focusrite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54775469539596,"sku":"F-ISA-C8X","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/7416\/0652\/files\/1964972_1.jpg?v=1777458227","url":"https:\/\/soundium.com\/products\/focusrite-isa-c8x","provider":"Soundium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}