Motu 1248 Thunderbolt Audio Interface
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A high-performance 48-channel audio interface that combines studio-quality audio with state-of-the-art features.
All Your Needs In A Single Rack Space
Motu have released their new high-performance flagship interface, delivering the worlds first Thunderbolt audio interface with 48-channel mixing and built-in AVB audio networking capabilities. As a combined sound-card and mixer rolled into one, connect directly to your PC or Mac for full control over your sound.
Motu 1248 Thunderbolt Audio Interface Features:
- Superb Audio Quality
- 66 Audio Channels
- Ultra-Low I/O Latency
- Thunderbolt Technology
- AVB Audio Networking
- USB 2.0 Compatible
- Large LCD Display
- 48 Channel Digital Mixing
- Modelled Vintage Processing
Simply The Best
With exceptional dynamic range thanks to expertly engineered analog circuitry and the latest-generation of Sabre32 Ultra converters, you can expect nothing but the highest quality audio from Motu's flagship interface.
Complete with an extensive array of I/O options, the 1248 boasts 4 mic inputs, 2 instrument inputs, 8 line ins, 12 line outs and seperate main and monitor outs - you'll have everything you need for an impressively versatile, yet compact studio central-interface.
Connectivity
Thanks to Motu's Thunderbolt technology integration, the 1248 won't even break a sweat. Boasting incredible bandwidth capable of up to 256 channels of computer I/O, you can route audio with effortless ease. Latency is kept to a complete minimum through Thunderbolt connectivity, with roundtrip latency measuring an impressive 1.4 ms, resulting in a massive loss in latency to your host software.
USB 2.0 connectivity is still an option for those who don't have Thunderbolt-equipped tech, with the standard high-speed connection proving compatible with pretty much every single computer from the past decade.
Motu 1248 Thunderbolt Audio Interface Specifications:
Sample Rates
- 44.1
- 48
- 88.2
- 96
- 176.4
- 192 kHz
Mic Inputs
- 4 x XLR mic inputs
- Preamp gain: 0 to +63 dB (digitally controlled)
Analog Inputs
- 2 x 1/4" hi-Z guitar inputs (front panel)
- 8 x 1/4" TRS line inputs (balanced/unbalanced)
- Max level: +24 dBu (digitally adjustable +2 to +24)
Analog Outputs
- 12 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled)
- Max level: +20 dBu (digitally adjustable -4 to +20)
- 2 x 1/4" TRS stereo headphone
Digital I/O
- 2 banks (16 ch) of ADAT optical at 1x sample rates
- 1 bank (8 ch) of SMUX optical at 2x sample rates
- Stereo RCA S/PDIF up to 96 kHz (with SRC on input)
- Stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF) on Bank A (optional)
Total I/O
- 32 inputs and 34 outputs (66 total) at 1x sample rates
- 24 inputs and 26 outputs (50 total) at 2x sample rates
- 14 inputs and 16 outputs (30 total) at 4x sample rates
Computer I/O
- 1 x Thunderbolt (compatible with 1 and 2)
- 1 x USB 2.0 audio class compliant
- 1 x USB 3.0 and iOS compatible
- 1 x AVB Ethernet (requires OS X Yosemite)
Computer I/O Channels
- Thunderbolt (44.1 to 96 kHz): 128 in/out
- Thunderbolt (176.4 to 192 kHz): 64 in/out
- USB 2.0 (44.1 to 48 kHz): 64 in/out
- USB 2.0 (88.2 to 96 kHz): 32 in/out
- USB 2.0 (176.4 to 192 kHz): 24 in/out
- AVB Ethernet: 16 to 128 in/out, depending on host computer speed
Sync I/O
- 1 x word clock in
- 1 x word clock out
Network
- I/O 1 x RJ45 AVB/TSN Ethernet (1 Gbps)
AVB streams (8 channels per stream)
- 16 in / 16 out @ 44.1 or 48 kHz
- 16 in / 16 out @ 88.2 or 96 kHz
- 8 in / 8 out @ 176.4 or 192 kHz
Headphone
- 2 x 1/4" TRS stereo phone (assignable)
Phantom Power
- 4 x individual +48V
Front Panel
- 2 x 1/4" TRS headphone output
- 2 x TRS hi-Z guitar input
- 2 x digital rotary encoders • main/monitor volume
- 2 x digital rotary encoders • phone volume
- 2 x digital rotary encoders • guitar input gain
- 4 x digital rotary encoders • mic preamp gain
- 8 x switches • (4) Pad and (4) 48V Phantom switch
- 324 x 24 pixel LCD for level meters / menu nav
- 1 x AC power switch
Power
- International 100-240V autoswitching supply
- 50-60 Hz, 0.5A max
Dimensions & Weight
- (W x D x H, enclosure only)
- 19 x 7 x 1.75 inches
- 48.3 x 17.75 x 4.5 cm
- 4.6 lbs / 2.08 kg
- with rack brackets removed:
- 17.25 inches (43.8 cm) wide
- 4.5 lbs / 2.04 kg
| Manufacturer | Motu |
|---|---|
| SKU | 129070 |
| Shipping Weight (kg) | 3.000000 |
| MPN | 1248 |
| Colour | black |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
Extended Christmas Exchanges
For orders placed between 12th November and 24th December 2024, you’ll have until 31st January 2025 to exchange your purchase for a product of the same value, or pay the difference for a more expensive piece of gear. Find out more*.
Delivery
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- Free Delivery Available on Selected Products
- Weekend UK Mainland Delivery (Saturday-Sunday): £19.99
- Small Items (Under 750g) Small items will be delivered by Royal Mail starting from 99p
- Heavy Items (Over 30kg): Pallet Service Doorstep Delivery £65
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Collection
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Returns
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*Please note, we cannot accept returns of:
- Special/Custom Orders - Any order that is custom or has been personalised.
- Products with Hygiene Seals - Microphones, any in-ear earphones, monitors, orchestral instruments with mouthpieces and any other items that touch your mouth, nose or inner ear if you have broken the hygienic seal on the packaging.
- Software & Media - Any software or media that has been opened or registered via physical or digital means.
- Any product containing a valve, e.g valve amps are only covered for 90 days from purchase.
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Online Orders
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Store Orders
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