MOTU 4pre Compact 6 x 8 Audio Card with 4 Mic Pre-amps Recording Interface

The Motu 4PRE is one of the higher quality recording interfaces on the market today. With its 7in / 5out this interface can support 4 microphones, 2 mono (or 1 stereo) connection, and an S/PDIF connection all at once! And still delivers an amazing 24-bit / 96kHz audio quality

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The 4pre is an impressively small 8.5 by 7 by 1.75 inches, which means that it slides easily into your backpack. It also sits nicely next to your laptop or desktop computer.

The four inputs are not just for mics: they are combo jacks that also accept a quarter-inch plug. Inputs 1-2 take line-level signals, such as the output from a synth or keyboard. Inputs 3-4 are “hi-Z” DI inputs with proper impedance for plugging in your electric guitar directly, without an amp or cabinet, to process your guitar sound through amp and cab simulation plug-ins in your host software.

Thanks to MOTU’s Hybrid interface technology, the 4pre connects to any Mac or PC via FireWire or high-speed
USB 2.0. Connect your mic, guitar, keyboard, and digital input, and you are ready to make pro-quality recordings.

Quickly balance the levels of mics, guitars, a keyboard, or other inputs right from the front panel. Each input has its own volume control. Route inputs directly to any output pair, each with its own unique mix: main outs, line outs, S/PDIF out, and phones.

The 4pre has been engineered with MOTU’s renowned, award-winning audio interface technology, which delivers the pristine audio quality and rock-solid performance that MOTU interfaces are known for worldwide. You can always record and mix with confidence, knowing that decades of engineering experience are behind you, every step of the way.

The 4pre aluminium alloy chassis is lightweight, yet incredibly sturdy and durable, and designed to withstand the rigors of the studio, stage, and tour bus. In a world awash with cheap plastic, the cool touch of the 4pre’s metal exterior in your hands is a reassuring reminder that you are holding quality engineering and construction built to last.

  • Studio grade sound
  • Four mic preamps for When two mic inputs just aren’t enough
  • Compact size designed to go with you anywhere
  • Flexible combo-style inputs connect guitars, a keyboard, or other inputs
  • Bus-powered FireWire – no power supply needed
  • High-speed USB 2.0 for high bandwidth and low latency
  • CueMix Software featuring on-screen mixing and control
  • AudioDesk® Workstation software for Mac OS X
Converters 24-bit
Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz
Analog In 4 x XLR/TRS combo
2 x 1/4″ TRS (balanced/unbalanced)
2 x 1/4″ hi-Z guitar
Analog Outputs 2 x 1/4″ balanced TRS main out
2 x 1/4″ balanced TRS line out
2 x 1/4″ TRS headphone
Digital Input 1 x RCA coaxial S/PDIF
Digital Output 1 x RCA coaxial S/PDIF
Computer I/O 1 x FireWire 400 (Type B)
1 x USB 2.0
Sync In/Out S/PDIF
SMPTE time code (LTC)
Headphone Output 2 x 1/4″ TRS phone with independent volume control
Phantom Power Individual +48V
Front panel 2 x 10-segment ladder LEDs • main outs
4 x 5-segment LEDs • inputs
2 x signal present LEDs • S/PDIF I/O
2 x signal present LEDs • stereo line out
4 x LEDs • 48V phantom power
4 x LEDs • -20 dB pad
5 x LEDs • mix/trim (main, line, S/PDIF, phone, trim)
1 x LED • Vol/Pan
Power Requirements 9-18V DC, 5W, tip + or –
FireWire bus power
DC power adapter included, required for stand-alone and USB 2.0 operation

 

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