Focusrite ISA C8X (26-in, 28-out USB-C) Audio Interface
If you demand warm, rich analogue sound combined with cutting-edge digital control, the Focusrite ISA C8X audio interface is your ultimate studio workhorse. From pristine microphone capture to flexible routing and powerful mix recall, ISA C8X lets you manage your entire setup with precision and style.
Legendary ISA Preamps with Total Control
Firstly, the heart of the ISA C8X is its two Lundahl transformer-based ISA preamps. These deliver subtle warmth and body thanks to the Lundahl LL1538 input transformers. Their all-analogue Console mode brings warm saturation. Meanwhile, 430 Air mode adds high-end shimmer. Therefore, letting you sculpt the perfect tonal balance. Switchable impedance, balanced inserts, high-pass filtering, and up to 79dB of gain give you professional flexibility.
Versatile Inputs and Ultra-Clean Gain
Moreover, ISA C8X includes six additional ultra-low-noise mic preamps with 69dB gain, Air mode for added presence. Also, Drive DSP for analogue-style warmth. Two front-panel instrument inputs run through the same Lundahl transformers as the ISA preamps. Furthermore, complete with selectable impedance and the Console and 430 Air tonal modes.
Expand and Monitor Your Studio with Confidence
Additionally, 12 balanced line outputs, including options for immersive 7.1.4 setups and three monitor groups. ISA C8X gives you maximum flexibility for mixing. Flagship 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA converters deliver 125dB dynamic range with ultra-low distortion. Also, two independent headphone outputs offer powerful, detailed monitoring. Comprehensive connectivity includes ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI, and Word Clock for easy system expansion.
Key Features
- Two ISA preamps with Lundahl transformers, Console and 430 Air analogue modes
- Six remote-controllable mic preamps with Air and Drive modes
- Two transformer-based front-panel instrument inputs with selectable impedance
- Eight dedicated fixed-gain balanced line inputs
- Automatic gain control with Auto Gain
- Flagship 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion
- 12 balanced line outputs with immersive format support
- Two class AB headphone outputs with independent control
- ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI, and Word Clock connectivity
- Focusrite Control 2 desktop and mobile remote control software
- Three-year warranty and award-winning technical support