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Key Features

For Musicians, Creators, Podcasters
AC Powered, USB 3.1, Mac/Windows/iOS
2 Mic / Line / Hi-Z Preamps, 8 Line Ins
8 Line, 2 Headphone, 2 Monitor Outputs
24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA Conversion
16 ADAT I/O, S/PDIF I/O, Wordclock I/O
5-Pin DIN MIDI I/O, DC-Coupled TRS Outs
3.9" TFT Display, Wi-Fi Control
24-Channel Digital Mixer, DSP Effects
CueMix 5 App, Performer Lite

 
Overview
Aimed at serious musicians, creators, and podcasters, the completely redesigned MOTU 828 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface connects to a Mac, Windows, or iOS device via lightning-fast 5 Gbps USB 3.1 with low-latency high-performance drivers to deliver 60 total channels of I/O and 24-channel mixing with onboard effects processing, including reverb, 4-band EQ and compression. The 828 features a refreshed front panel that offers an improved user interface and high-resolution metering.
Key Specs

Channels of I/O

28 Inputs / 32 Outputs

Maximum Sampling Rate

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs

2

Analog Audio I/O

2x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input8x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Input8x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Monitor Output2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Output2x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
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Digital Audio I/O

2x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input2x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output
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Host Connection

USB-C (Class-Compliant)

OS Compatibility

macOS 10.13 or LaterWindows 10 or Later

Power Requirements

AC Input

Channels of I/O

28 Inputs / 32 Outputs

Built-In DSP

Yes

Maximum Sampling Rate

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs

2

Built-In Microphone

No

Input Level Adjustment

2x Knob

Signal Processing

Pad

Mic/Line/Hi-Z:-20 dB (Switchable per Channel)

Gain/Trim Range

Combo XLR-1/4" Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs:74 dB (in 1 dB Steps)Digital Inputs:20 dB

High-Pass Filter

No

Solo/Mute

Mute per Master

Connectivity

Analog Audio I/O

2x Combo XLR-1/4" 3-Pin Balanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input8x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Input8x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Monitor Output2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Insert Output2x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output

Phantom Power

48 V, Selectable On/Off

Digital Audio I/O

2x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input2x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output

Host Connection

USB-C (Class-Compliant)

Host Connection Protocol

USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2, Wi-Fi

USB (Non-Host)

No

Sync I/O

1x BNC Word Clock Input1x BNC Word Clock Output/Thru

Network I/O

No

MIDI I/O

1x DIN 5-Pin Input1x DIN 5-Pin Output

Expansion Slots

No

Other I/O

1x 1/4" Footswitch

Wireless

Wi-Fi*Built-In

Performance

Maximum Input Level

Mic Inputs:0 dBuLine/Insert Inputs:+21 dBu

Maximum Output Level

Line/Insert/Monitor Outputs:+21 dBuHeadphone Outputs:14.4 dBu

Impedance

Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs:1 MegohmHeadphone Outputs:< 1 Ohm

Dynamic Range

Mic Inputs:118 dBALine Inputs:120 dBALine Outputs:125 dBAHeadphone Outputs:118 dBALine Outputs:125 dBDigital AD/DA Converters:125 dB

THD+N

Mic Inputs:-114 dBLine Inputs:-114 dB / 0.0002%Line Outputs:-114 dB / 0.0002%Headphone Outputs:-110 dB / 0.0003%

EIN

Mic Inputs:-129 dBu

Digital Audio

Sample Rates

44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz

Sample Rate Conversion

No

Bit Depths

24-Bit

Latency

2 ms at 96 kHz

Sync Sources

ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF, Word Clock

Audio Storage & Playback

Media/Memory Card Slot

No

Compatibility

OS Compatibility

Computer: macOS 10.13 or Later / Windows 10 or LaterMobile: iOS Only

OS Compatibility

macOS 10.13 or LaterWindows 10 or Later

Processor Requirement

Mac:Intel CoreApple

RAM Requirements

4 GB

Mobile App Compatible

Yes: iOS Only

Power

Power Requirements

AC Input

AC Input Power

100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

Physical

Rackmount Size

1 RU

Dimensions

19 x 12.25 x 1.75" / 48.3 x 31.12 x 4.45 cm

Weight

11.0 lb / 5.0 kg

 
What's in the Box:

MOTU 828 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface

USB-C to USB-C Cable

Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Brand:MotuSKU:9390Tags:9390, audio interface, motu, motu 828