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Description
The MOTU 828 MkII USB 2.0 Audio Interface is a versatile powerhouse, designed to meet the demands of both budding and professional musicians. With its seamless USB 2.0 connectivity, this interface is perfect for home studios or live performances, providing a reliable connection that works effortlessly with both Mac and PC. The 828 MkII showcases MOTU's commitment to quality, offering high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz audio that captures every nuance of your music.
This interface is equipped with an impressive array of inputs and outputs, making it adaptable for virtually any recording setup. On the front panel, you'll find two Neutrik combo jacks with preamps and phantom power, perfect for connecting microphones, guitars, or other instruments. The built-in CueMix DSP feature allows for flexible audio routing and offers DSP-driven digital mixing and monitoring, ensuring minimal latency and a smooth workflow. With support for up to four separate stereo monitor mixes, you can easily tailor your sound for different environments or outboard gear.
The MOTU 828 MkII doesn't just stop at versatility; it also emphasizes ease of use. The intuitive front-panel controls allow for quick adjustments to input gain, mix settings, and more, all displayed clearly on a 2x16 backlit LCD. This ensures that you can focus on what truly matters—your music.
Key Features:
- 24-bit/96kHz audio resolution
- USB 2.0 connectivity for both Mac and PC
- 20 inputs and 22 outputs, including 8 TRS analog I/O
- Front-panel Neutrik combo jacks with preamps and phantom power
- Built-in CueMix DSP for low-latency monitoring
- MIDI I/O for seamless integration with other gear
- Stand-alone operation capability
- ADAT optical and S/PDIF digital I/O
- Includes AudioDesk software for Mac OS
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Software and compatibility
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The MOTU 828 MkII USB version has updated drivers available for macOS Sonoma, enabling it to work without needing FireWire adapters.
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Apple's removal of CoreAudio drivers for FireWire starting with macOS 10.15 Catalina means FireWire audio devices are unsupported without specific adapters.
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A FireWire PCIe card with a Texas Instruments chip is recommended for better compatibility with picky FireWire audio interfaces on Windows PCs.
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Compatibility issues may arise with non-TI chipset FireWire cards, like those using VIA chipsets, with the MOTU 828 MkII.
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Apple's Thunderbolt to FireWire adapter works on some Windows laptops, allowing the MOTU 828 MkII FireWire to function via a Thunderbolt port.
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Features and functionality
Setup and maintenance
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For macOS systems, it's recommended to run Logic Pro in native mode while running third-party plugins in Rosetta mode to ensure compatibility.
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Users need a FireWire 800 to 400 cable when connecting the MOTU 828 MkII to a Thunderbolt adapter, ensuring compatibility between different FireWire standards.
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User experience
Comparisons
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The Behringer UMC1820 and Apogee Duet III are mentioned as alternative interfaces after leaving the MOTU 828 MkII.
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This MOTU 828mkII was owned by Billy Corgan
This picture has a nice picture of some of Jenkinson's rack gear. In this particular shot, the Roland VB-99 can be seen at the top, followed by the V-Synth XT and the MOTU 24 I/O. On top of the blue piece, however, lies the MOTU 828 MKII USB 2.0 Audio Interface. Although the picture itself doesn't say much due to its quality (zoom helps), it's still possible to spot a green display near the middle (present only in the USB version, as the FireWire version features a light blue display instead), and right next to it it, roughly 5 white lines (as the bad quality makes it look like), 2 wider ones at the top and 3 shorter ones below them.
If compared to the original machine, it is clear that the green display is actually present, showing parameters, mix busses, etc. Also, the white lines are actually some of the interface's features printed on the unit. Some of them are: CueMixDSP, 96kHz, adat sync. After a final comparison, the other display (the one that shows levels) also becomes visible.
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