MOTU OctaLite 16x12 USB Audio Interface with 8 Mic Pres and ADAT Optical Expander

The OctaLite is a 16x12 USB audio interface and optical expander that delivers professional mixing, effects, and eight pristine, ultra-quiet mic preamps in a compact, mobile half-rack unit.

Sound Quality

The analog output features renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology using the ES9026PRO chip, providing a 125 dB dynamic range and -114 dB THD+N. Burr-Brown op-amps power the eight mic inputs to ensure neutral, ultra-quiet performance with +74 dB of preamp gain.

Renowned USB drivers are included for both Mac and PC, offering rock-solid performance and industry-leading low latency. When operating at 96 kHz with a 32-sample host buffer, users can achieve a round trip latency of 2 ms.

Connectivity and Versatility

This unit functions as a USB audio interface, stand-alone mixer, or an 8-channel optical expander. Its compact, steel enclosure is designed for use in the studio or on the road.

The device features USB audio class compliance for plug-and-play compatibility with iPad and other Apple iOS devices. Advanced loopback functionality is also available, allowing users to route computer audio and live inputs back to the computer for streaming or podcasting.

Inputs and Outputs

• 8x mic/line/Hi-Z guitar inputs
• 2x balanced 1/4-inch TRS outputs
• 1x optical in (ADAT or TOSLink)
• 1x optical out (ADAT or TOSLink)
• 1x optical out (SMUX channels 5-8)
• 1x stereo headphone w/volume

Software and Expansion

The CueMix 5 app provides graphic control over mixing, parametric EQ, and settings across Mac, Windows, and iOS. Users can also utilize the included Performer Lite workstation software, which features over 100 virtual instruments and 6 GB of sample content.

The OctaLite serves as an ideal optical expander for other interfaces like the UltraLite-mk5, 828, or 16A. For mobile rigs or studio racks, users can mount two units side-by-side to achieve sixteen mic inputs in a single rack space using optional rack brackets and couplers.

System Requirements

• macOS 12 or later
• Windows 11
• iOS 13.5 or later

Warranty: 2 Years

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