MOTU 848 AVB Interface

• 28 inputs and 32 outputs with up to 192 kHz
• Brand new ESS Sabre32™ DAC technology for 125 dB dynamic range
• 4 high-quality microphone preamps with +74 dB gain, pad and phantom power
• 12 balanced DC-coupled line outputs and 8 line inputs
• 2 independent headphone outputs with individual assignment
• 2 ADAT I/O banks with up to 16 channels (44.1/48 kHz)
• 64-channel DSP mixer with reverb, EQ, compressor and gate
• AVB network capability via two gigabit ports
• WLAN control via smartphone, tablet or laptop
• A/B/C monitor switching, talkback and loopback function for streaming
• Universal USB4/Thunderbolt connectivity with 40 Gbps USB-C cable

MOTU 848 - Next-Gen Thunderbolt/USB4 audio interface

The MOTU 848 is a professional 28 x 32 Thunderbolt/USB4 audio interface for Mac, Windows and iOS. It combines first-class ESS Sabre32™ DAC technology, ultra-low latency, flexible network connectivity and integrated DSP mixing with effects. or in the studio or Live - the 848 delivers the highest audio quality, extensive routing options and full control over all signals.

Outstanding sound quality and performance

Thanks to the ESS Sabre32™ DACs, the MOTU 848 achieves a dynamic range of up to 125 dB. The powerful drivers ensure a round-trip latency of less than 2 ms, which enables absolute precision even in complex studio and live scenarios.

Flexible inputs and outputs

With 28 inputs and 32 outputs, the 848 offers enough channels for large setups. Four mic/line/hi-Z combo sockets with remote-controlled gain (+74 dB), pad and phantom power guarantee maximum versatility. There are also eight line-ins, twelve line-outs, two ADAT banks and two headphone outputs.

Integrated DSP mixing with effects

The MOTU 848's 64-channel DSP mixer offers 32 busses and high-quality effects such as reverb, 4-band EQ, compressor, Gate and high-pass filter. Signals can be freely routed and split via virtual patch cables - all controllable via the CueMix Pro app on Mac, PC or mobile devices.