Audio Interfaces

Audio interface 64 inputs / 64 outputs with 8 preamps with Red Evolution of AIR function and two Thuderbolt 2 ports, connections Pro Tools | HD and Dante for full integration. The Red 8pre offers an incredible opportunity to connections. Not only has two Thunderbolt ports 2 - allowing the chaining of multiple devices with ultra-low latency; it also includes two DigiLink connectors for direct connection to a Pro Tools | HD or Avid interface. On top of that, she is looking to the future with its Ethernet ports for network connection via the Dante protocol. Add up to 32 additional I / O as your needs by combining it with a fitted interface Dante, such as those of the range RedNet, with low latency and cost - by having a single Ethernet cable.

ARTICLE N° 53628
  • Focusrite Red 8pre
  • Interface Thunderbolt 2
  • Connections Pro Tools HD
  • Connectivity Dante
  • 64 inputs / 64 outputs, 16 inputs / 18 analog outputs
  • Eight mic Red preamps Evolution equipped with the 'AIR'
  • ultra-precise conversion 24-bit / 192 kHz and dynamic range of 121dB
  • conversion 'Parallel Path Summing'
  • optimum combination of sound quality, signal / noise ratio, dynamic range and latency
  • Perfect for high-resolution audio
  • LCD and simple and quick assignment
  • buttons control from the front panel and
  • software Dual Port Thunderbolt 2 for chaining
  • direct connection DigiLink Pro Tools
  • Double network connection Dante
  • ultra-low latency (1 , 67ms) for a plug-use real-time
  • 32 inputs and additional outputs via Ethernet
  • instrument entries in
  • facade Software Focusrite Control and following plug-ins included
  • Better series of Focusrite interface to date
  • Software Suite included: Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite, Softube Time & Tone Bundle Focusrite Control for configuration the monitoring and routing
  • Thunderbolt cable 2 meters provided
  • Dimensions: 4.4 x 48.3 x 34 cm (H x W x D)
  • Weight: 5.14 kg
  • Compatibility: Macintosh computer equipped with Port (s) Thunderbolt OS 10.9 Mavericks, OS 10.10 Yosemite, El Capitan OS 10.11
  • Features:
  • the ultimate audio interfaces -The Red series is the best line of Focusrite ever designed to date interface. The clearest preamps, converters and the best manufacturing quality that surpasses the original range Red legendary.
  • Best Performance - Delivering a highly accurate digital conversion to 24-bit / 192 kHz with a dynamic range of 121dB, the converters of the Red 8pre use a parallel configuration warning signal for optimal rendering and quality without compromise dynamics. The exceptional performance of the Red 8pre are perfect for high-resolution audio.
  • Eight Red Evolution preamps equipped Air - Delivering up to 63dB of gain ultra-clear and a phantom power on each channel. It there's also the ability to recall your favorite settings, stereo link, HPF and polarity inverter, and also to control the 'AIR' to flop on the ISA preamp.
  • Front panel light, sleek and stylish - The color LCD screens and assignable control buttons make the Red 8pre quick and easy to use. Each setting can be made via the front panel or Focusrite Control software.
  • Two Thundebolt ports for chaining - With two Thunderbolt ports, you can connect to your favorite DAW while connecting it to other Thunderbolt devices (external hard disk).
  • Direct connection Pro Tools - In addition to the Thunderbolt, Red 8pre provides the ability to connect to Pro Tools HD or Avid DigiLink interface via its dual connection.
  • Network integration Dante - The Red 8pre has a Dante network card with two Ethernet ports to expand the number of available channels anywhere in your network with low latency and cost. Add channels by connecting another Red or other device equipped with Dante.
  • 1,67ms latency - If low that one can register on his favorite DAW while recording a virtual instrument in real time, allowing mixing and doing overdubs, with armed plugins on the same session without adding external DSP.
  • Capacities of maximum extensions - Add up to 32 channels at the Red 8pre with a simple Ethernet connection. Dante protocol controls multiple channels over long distances, low latency and cost, without having to spend more in unnecessary hardware.
  • Front instrument inputs - With easy access to high-impedance inputs even when the unit is rack.
  • 64 inputs and 64 outputs - including 16 inputs and 18 analog outputs.
  • software suite included - Every Red 8pre includes the Focusrite Control control software to control and configure preamps, save your favorite mix settings. Also included Red Plug-in Suite emulating the classic Red 2 (EQ) and Red 3 (Compressor). And finally, the Softube Time and Tone bundle - a single pack of plug-ins including four professional-quality plug-ins after the Softube collection: Drawmer S73 Intelligent Master Processor, TSAR-1R Reverb, Delay and Tube Saturation Knob.
The latest incarnation of the best Focusrite audio interface to date. 64 inputs / outputs 64 combined with eight microphones preamps Red Evolution equipped with the function AIR. 16 inputs and 18 analog outputs, advanced conversion quality 24-bit / 192kHz, full connectivity: dual Thunderbolt ports 2, Pro Tools | HD and Dante for a full network integration. With its sleek and robust design, the Red 4PRE is the perfect balance between functionality, sound quality, transparency and flexibility that professionals expect from Focusrite Audio.
With its sleek and robust design, the Red 8pre is the perfect balance between functionality, transparency, sound quality and flexibility that audio professionals around the world expect from Focusrite.
Computer connection
 Thunderbolt 2
Maximum resolution
 24 bit
Max sampling frequency
 192
Compatibility
 MacOS, Windows
Micro input
 8
Phantom power
 Yes
Instrument input
 Yes
Line input
 16
Digital input
 ADAT, S/PDIF Coaxial, Mini DigiLink
Line output
 18
Headphone output
 2
Digital output
 Mini DigiLink, Adat, S/PDIF Coaxial
Word clock
 Yes
Digital multi-channel / network
 HDX, DANTE, Ethernet
19" rack
 1U
Software incl.
 Musical Soft
Power supply
 Power adapter (included)

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