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Motu 828

SKU: APA2024-00017
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28x32 USB audio interface with mixing, effects and control room

The heart of your studio in 1U

The Motu 828 is a 28-in / 32-out USB-C audio interface for Mac, Windows and iOS, with all 60 channels available simultaneously. ESS Sabre32 converters deliver 125 dB dynamic range and extremely low distortion, while two mic preamps measuring −129 dBu EIN, with up to +74 dB gain, −20 dB pad and 48 V phantom power, also offer Hi-Z guitar inputs and analog inserts. MOTU drivers deliver round-trip latency of about 2 ms over USB (96 kHz, 32-sample buffer).

Control room, DSP mixing and expansion

The front panel offers talkback, A/B speaker selection, two headphone outputs and a 3.9" colour display with metering for every channel. The Monitor Group controls up to ten analog outputs for 5.1 or 7.1 surround from a single fader. The CueMix 5 app for Mac, Windows and iOS controls the mixer with parametric EQ and effects, even wirelessly. Two ADAT optical banks, S/PDIF, word clock, MIDI, a foot switch input and loopback for livestreaming complete a full studio solution.

Superb analog performance

Renowned ESS Sabre32 DAC technology delivers 125 dB dynamic range and extremely low harmonic distortion, backed by decades of MOTU engineering in audio interfaces.

Transparent preamps and guitar inputs

The mic channels achieve −114 dB THD+N, 118 dB dynamic range and −129 dBu EIN, with individual gain, pad and 48 V phantom power. Each combo jack also accepts a Hi-Z guitar for DI tracking and re-amping without re-patching.

Motu 828
Motu 828

Monitor mixing with effects in CueMix 5

The CueMix 5 app for Mac, Windows and iOS gives you comprehensive graphic control over your mix, with parametric EQ, digital trims and quick access to every setting.

Wireless control from iPhone or iPad

Control mixing and settings from your computer or from an iPhone or iPad, even several devices at once, with password protection for network security.

Control room and loopback

Take control of your sessions with the front-panel talkback switch, connect two pairs of monitors and check your mix instantly with the A/B buttons. The Monitor Group controls 5.1 or 7.1 surround from a single fader.

Livestreaming and podcasting

Loopback channels route computer audio back into your software, where you can mix it with the mics and guitars on the 828 for livestreaming or podcasting.

Motu 828
Specifications

Features

  • 28-in / 32-out USB-C audio interface (60 simultaneous channels)
  • ESS Sabre32 Ultra DAC converters
  • Control room: talkback and A/B speaker selection
  • Monitor Group for up to 10 analog outputs (5.1 / 7.1)
  • DSP mixer via CueMix 5 for macOS, Windows and iOS, including wireless control
  • Loopback for livestreaming and podcasting
  • 3.9" colour display with metering for all channels
  • Software: CueMix 5, MOTU Performer Lite, Ableton Live Lite, 6 GB of loops and sounds
  • 2-year manufacturer warranty

Components & Internal Specifications

  • Mic/line/guitar inputs: 2 x combo XLR/TRS, +74 dB gain, −20 dB pad, 1 MΩ impedance
  • Phantom power: 2 x individual +48 V
  • Analog inputs: 8 x 6.3 mm TRS (balanced/unbalanced), +2 insert returns
  • Analog outputs: 8 x 6.3 mm TRS (balanced, DC-coupled), 2 x XLR, 2 x insert sends
  • Headphones: 2 x 6.3 mm TRS stereo with independent volume
  • Digital: 2 x ADAT optical (16 ch at 1x, 8 ch S/MUX at 2x), TOSLink, S/PDIF on RCA (up to 96 kHz)
  • MIDI: 1 x In, 1 x Out/Thru
  • Word clock: 1 x BNC In, 1 x BNC Out/Thru
  • Foot switch: 1 x 6.3 mm
  • Connection: USB-C 3.1 / USB 2, class compliant, USB-C cable included
  • Power: internal 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 48.26 x 31.1 x 4.44 cm (1U rack)
  • Weight: 5 kg

Performance Specifications

  • Sample rates: 44.1–192 kHz
  • Line outputs: 125 dB dynamic range
  • Mic inputs: 118 dB dynamic range, −114 dB THD+N, −129 dBu EIN
  • Max line I/O level: +21 dBu
  • Total channels: 28 in / 32 out (1x), 20 in / 24 out (2x), 10 in / 14 out (4x)
  • Round-trip latency: ~2 ms (32-sample buffer at 96 kHz)
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