Preamps & Sonic Performance

• 8 Clarett+ Preamplifiers: Delivering high-fidelity sound, ultra-low noise (-129 dBu EIN), and a wide 118 dB dynamic range. [1]
• All-Analogue "Air" Circuitry: Relay-controlled impedance switching on every channel that emulates the classic Focusrite ISA 110 preamp. It adds high-end clarity, presence, and brightness to vocals and acoustic instruments.
• JFET Instrument Inputs: Dedicated high-impedance (Hi-Z) inputs on channels 1 and 2 (front panel) to capture the natural electric character of guitars and basses. [1]

Digital Conversion & Synchronization

• High-End AD/DA Conversion: Supports 24-bit resolution and sample rates up to 192 kHz. [1]
• ADAT Connectivity: Transmits and receives 8 channels of audio via optical TOSLINK cables up to 96 kHz (reduced to 4 channels at 176.4/192 kHz via SMUX protocol).
• Word Clock I/O: BNC input and output ports to ensure rock-solid clock synchronization with ultra-low jitter across your entire studio setup.

Hardware Connectivity

• Analog Inputs: 8 x XLR/1/4" TRS Combo inputs.
• Dedicated Channel Inserts: 8 x 1/4" TRS jack insert points (one per channel) to easily patch in external analog hardware like compressors or EQs before the conversion stage. [1]
• Analog Outputs: 8-channel line-level output routed through a single DB-25 (D-Sub) connector, ideal for mixing consoles or summing mixers.
• +48V Phantom Power: Switchable on the front panel in two separate banks (channels 1–4 and 5–8). [1, 2]

Build & Visual Metering

• Rackmount Format: Robust 19" 1U metal chassis.
• LED Metering: 6-segment LED input meters for each channel providing fast, accurate visual level monitoring to prevent digital clipping.