MOTU Ultralite AVB 18x18 USB-2 / AVB Audio Interface with DSP

The latest in MOTU's popular, award-winning UltraLite interface series, the UltraLite AVB is an 18-input, 18-output audio interface with DSP mixing, wi-fi control, AVB audio networking and best-in-class analog audio quality for on-the-go mobile audio recording. You get 2 mic inputs, 2 guitar inputs, 6 line inputs, 8 line outputs, headphone out and 8-channel optical I/O for a total of 18 inputs and 18 outputs, simultaneously. The optical ports also support stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF). New for 2019, the UltraLite AVB now includes renowned ESS Sabre32™ DAC technology, delivering 123dB dynamic range and the same proven, award-winning audio quality as MOTU's flagship 1248. Renowned drivers deliver rock-solid performance and industry-leading low latency. The UltraLite AVB connects to your computer with audio class compliant hi-speed USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 3.0 and iOS) for across-the-board compatibility now and in the future. Alternately, if you have a Mac running OS X Yosemite (10.10) or later, you can use a standard Ethernet cable for operation as an audio interface. Either way, the UltraLite AVB is compatible with all audio software.

Features:

• The UltraLite AVB network port introduces AVB Ethernet, the industry standard developed by the IEEE for professional audio networking. Add a second MOTU AVB interface (1248, 8M or 16A) with a simple Cat-5e orCAT-6 ethernet cable.
• Connect up to five MOTU interfaces using a MOTU AVB Switch (sold separately).
• Build a network with multiple interfaces, computers, and AVB switches using standard network cabling, with ultra-low network latency, even over long cable runs (100 meters point to point). Stream hundreds of audio channels among devices and computers on the network.
• In a nutshell, AVB audio networking gives you two important benefits: 1) flexible, convenient control of your entire audio system from any web host on the same network — even Wi-Fi devices like an iPad or iPhone, and 2) endless possibilities for expanding your system or constructing a customized installation. Here are just a few ideas.
• Start with a single MOTU AVB interface that fits your immediate I/O needs. Add a second MOTU AVB interface with a simple Ethernet cable.
• Place three to five MOTU AVB interfaces at strategic locations in your studio, mixed and matched as needed, all connected to a MOTU AVB Switch.
• Install a MOTU AVB interface in every room of your studio facility, church, music department, or broadcast facility. Route audio from any source to any destination in your entire facility with sub-millisecond timing.
• Integrate FOH mixing, in-ear monitoring, and concert recording with long cable runs (100 meters) and network wide accessibility. Manage audio routing with convenient 8-channel stems and ultra-low latency. Scale your system for different sized performance venues. Build in system redundancy with ease.
• With long cable runs and industry standard networking infrastructure, MOTU AVB systems are well-suited for large-scale commercial installations such as arenas, stadiums, theme parks, clubs, casinos, houses of worship, broadcast facilities, schools, universities, and so on.

Specifications:

• Point-to-point latency at 48k:
  • FPGA in: 4 samples
  • FPGA out: 4 samples
  • DSP in/out: 6 samples
  • Processor total: 32 samples
  • Network: 30 samples
  • I/O + Network: 62 samples (1.29 ms)
• Sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
  • Mic inputs:2x XLR mic inputs
  • Preamp gain: 0 to +56 dB (digitally controlled)
• Analog inputs:
  • 2x 1/4" hi-Z guitar inputs (front panel)
  • 6x 1/4" TRS line inputs (balanced/unbalanced)
  • Max level: +24 dBu (digitally adjustable -96 to +22)
• Analog outputs:
  • 8x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled)
  • Max level: +20 dBu (digitally adjustable -4 to +20)
  • 1x 1/4" TRS stereo headphone
• Digital I/O:
  • 1 bank (8 ch) of ADAT optical at 1x sample rates
  • 1 bank (4 ch) of SMUX optical at 2x sample rates
  • Switchable to stereo TOSLink (optical S/PDIF)
• Total I/O:
  • 18 inputs and 18 outputs (36 total) at 1x sample rates
  • 14 inputs and 14 outputs (28 total) at 2x sample rates
  • 10 inputs and 10 outputs (20 total) at 4x sample rates
• Computer I/O:
  • 1x USB 2.0 audio class compliant
  • USB 3.0 and iOS compatible
  • 1x AVB Ethernet (requires OS X Yosemite)
• Headphone: 1x 1/4" TRS stereo phone (assignable)
• Phantom power: 2x individual +48V
• Front panel:
  • 1x 1/4" TRS headphone output
  • 2x TRS hi-Z guitar input
  • 1x digital rotary encoders • main/phone volume
  • 2x digital rotary encoders • guitar input gain/power
  • 2x digital rotary encoders • mic preamp gain
  • 4x switches • (2) Pad and (2) 48V Phantom switch
  • 128 x 48 pixel LCD for level meters / menu nav
• Power:
  • External 12-18V DC power supply
  • 1.0A max • tip pos or neg
• Mac System Requirements:
  • 1 GHz Intel-based Mac or faster
  • 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended
  • Mac OS X version 10.8 or later
  • Available high-speed USB 2.0 or AVB Ethernet port*
  • A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
  • *AVB Ethernet audio interface operation requires OS X Yosemite
• Windows System Requirements:
  • 1 GHz Pentium-based PC compatible or faster
  • 2 GB RAM; 4 GB or more recommended
  • Windows 7 or later
  • Available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
  • Available Ethernet port for firmware updates
  • A large hard drive (at least 500 GB for recording)
• Web App Support:
  • Any web client platform: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
  • Any web browser: Safari, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Explorer, etc.
  • Web client must be connected to the same network as the MOTU AVB interface by wire or Wi-Fi.
• Operating Systems:
  • For computer audio I/O: Mac OS X 10.8 or later; Windows7 or later
  • For web app control: Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
• Analog I/O Specifications: Please see the picture of this table at the top of the page.
• Compatible Mac Software:
  • The UltraLite AVB ships with standard Core Audio drivers for Mac OS X for compatibility with virtually all Core Audio-compatible apps, including:
  • MOTU Digital Performer
  • Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
  • Apple Logic Pro
  • Apple Logic Express
  • Apple Garage Band
  • Apple SoundTrack Pro
  • Ableton Live
  • Propellerhead Record & Reason
  • Steinberg Cubase
  • Cockos Reaper
  • Native Instruments Kontakt
  • Waves stand-alone apps (and plug-ins, via compatible host)
• Compatible Windows Software:
  • The UltraLite AVB ships with standard ASIO and Wave drivers for Windows 7 and 8 for compatibility with virtually all ASIO- and Wave-compatible audio apps, including:
  • MOTU Digital Performer
  • Avid Pro Tools (version 9 or later)
  • Ableton Live
  • Cakewalk Sonar
  • Steinberg Cubase
  • Propellerhead Record & Reason
  • Image Line FL Studio
  • Sony Vegas Pro
  • Sony Sound Forge
  • Sony Acid
  • Cockos Reaper
  • Native Instruments Kontakt
  • Waves stand-alone apps (and plug-ins, via compatible host)