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MOTU UltraLite AVB 18 x 18 USB Audio Interface

BH #MAAVBAI18 • MFR #8451
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MOTU UltraLite AVB 18 x 18 USB Audio Interface
Key Features
  • 2 Mic Inputs
  • 2 Guitar Inputs
  • 6 Line Inputs
  • 8 Line Outputs
The UltraLite AVB 18 x 18 from MOTU is a USB 2.0 audio interface that records at up to 24-bit, 192 kHz resolution, and features DSP mixing, Wi-Fi control and AVB audio networking. It is ideal for a multitude of audio recording applications for your mobile, project or home studio.
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MOTU UltraLite AVB Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Universal Connectivity
  • 3DSP-Powered Mixing
  • 4Web App Control
  • 5Included Software

The UltraLite AVB 18 x 18 from MOTU is a USB 2.0 audio interface that records at up to 24-bit, 192 kHz resolution, and features DSP mixing, Wi-Fi control and AVB audio networking. It is ideal for a multitude of audio recording applications for your mobile, project or home studio.

The UltraLite AVB 18 x 18 boasts 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). The unit also features a large backlit 128 x 48 pixel LCD screen that lets you view all signal activity at a glance with detailed metering for all analog and digital I/O. Access to hardware settings are available from a simple and convenient menu, and quick setup templates are available for many common use cases.

By connecting a Wi-Fi router directly with a standard Ethernet cable, you can control the UltraLite AVB's mixing and DSP effects from your smartphone or tablet, without a computer. This is especially handy for mixing live sound. For more I/O, the system can be expanded by daisy-chaining a second MOTU interface via Ethernet cable, and for even more, up to five MOTU interfaces can be linked using a MOTU AVB Switch (sold separately).

Universal Connectivity
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
DSP-Powered Mixing
Console-style mixing with 48 channels and 12 busses. Each channel features modeled analog EQ and compression and uses 32-bit float precision processing. The UltraLite AVB models classic British EQs and also provides a classic compressor with peak/RMS operation on each input channel. Groups and the Main Mix bus are equipped with MOTU's Leveler, a model of the legendary Teletronix LA-2A optical leveling amplifier, known for its sought-after Automatic Gain Control (AGC) characteristics
Web App Control
The software that you use to control the UltraLite doesn't reside on your hard drive. It's a web app served from the hardware itself. This means you can control the UltraLite's on-board DSP, mixing, device settings, and network audio routing from the web app software running in your favorite web browser on a laptop, tablet or smartphone connected by wire or Wi-Fi to your local area network. Use any web client on Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS or Android, as long as it shares the same network
Included Software
  • MOTU AVB Discovery App for Mac (finds connected MOTU interfaces)
  • MOTU AVB Discovery App for iOS (available from Apple App Store)
  • MOTU AVB Control web app (served from the hardware itself)
  • AudioDesk 4.0 for Mac & Windows (separate download)

 

UPC: 839128005983

MOTU UltraLite AVB Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Desktop (Rack-Mountable with Included Hardware)
Channels of I/O
18 Input / 18 Output at 44.1/48 kHz
14 Input / 14 Output at 88.2/96 kHz
10 Input / 10 Output at 176.4/192 kHz
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Preamps
2 Preamps
Analog Audio I/O
2 x 1/4" TRS Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
6 x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line Input (Tip Hot)
2 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input (Pin 2 Hot)
8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output (DC-Coupled)
1 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Digital Audio I/O
1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input
1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output
Host Connection
1 x USB-B (Class-Compliant)
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.8 or Later
Windows 7 or Later
*As of November, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
Display
1 x LCD
Channels of I/O
18 Input / 18 Output at 44.1/48 kHz
14 Input / 14 Output at 88.2/96 kHz
10 Input / 10 Output at 176.4/192 kHz
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Preamps
2 Preamps
Built-In Microphone
None
Expansion Slots
None
Signal Processing
Gain/Trim Range
Line Outputs:
-4 dB to +20 dB (in 1 dB Steps)
Line Inputs:
-96 dB to +22 dBu (in 1 dB Steps)
Mic Inputs:
56 dB (in 1 dB Steps)
Headphone Outputs:
128 dB
Line/Hi-Z Inputs:
-96 dB to +22 dBu
High-Pass Filter
None
Solo/Mute
None
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
2 x 1/4" TRS Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
6 x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line Input (Tip Hot)
2 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input (Pin 2 Hot)
8 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output (DC-Coupled)
1 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Phantom Power
48 V (on 2 Channels)
Digital Audio I/O
1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input
1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output
Host Connection
1 x USB-B (Class-Compliant)
Host Connection Protocol
USB 2.0
Network I/O
1 x RJ45 AVB / Ethernet
MIDI I/O
1 x DIN 5-Pin Input
1 x DIN 5-Pin Output
Performance
Maximum Input Level
Line/Hi-Z Inputs:
+24 dBu (Balanced, Unbalanced)
Line Inputs:
+24 dBu
Mic Inputs:
+24 dBu (with Pad)
Maximum Output Level
Line Outputs:
+20 dBu
Headphone Output Power
80 mW (Max)
Dynamic Range
Line Outputs:
117 dBA
Line Inputs:
110 dBA
Mic Inputs:
112 dBA
Headphone Outputs:
112 dBA
THD+N
Line Outputs:
-101 dB
Line Inputs:
-102 dB
Mic Inputs:
-104 dB
Headphone Outputs:
-94 dB
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion
None
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Sync Sources
None
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.8 or Later
Windows 7 or Later
*As of November, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Included Software
None
Included Plug-Ins
None
Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins
Core Audio (Mac)
ASIO
Wave
Processor Requirement
1 GHz Intel
RAM Requirements
2 GB, 4 GB Recommended
Storage Requirements
500 GB
Mobile Device Compatibility
None
Required Hardware
Available USB 2.0 Port or USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Port
Available AVB/TSN Ethernet Port or Ethernet Port
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC/DC Power Adapter
12 to 18 VDC at 1.0 A, Center-Positive or Negative
Physical
Rackmount Size
1 RU (with Included Hardware)
Dimensions
8.6 x 7 x 1.7" / 21.8 x 17.8 x 4.3 cm
Weight
2.5 lb / 1.1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.9 x 11.6 x 5.4"

MOTU UltraLite AVB Reviews

Good bang for the buck

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-15

We use this to play tracks from iOS. Sound quality and ease of use is great.

Great Piece

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-07-22

We use this to play tracks from the stage during Sunday service. We never have a hiccup.

A fine piece of equipment

By sergio
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-02-22

I use this interface to run a quadraphony in my studio, it works just perfect, sturdy and the lcd screen shows everything you need, easy configuration and great sound

Solid device for online streaming

By Sean
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-05-26

I bought this audio interface because of its DSP and internal matrix routing of audio streams, coupled with its small footprint. In the age of corona, the mixer lets me use stereo sends from a FireTV, 3.5mm aux cord, and condenser microphones and create one audio feed for livestreaming, all in hardware. The benefit of this device over a PC solution is 1/ it continues to mix when the PC is disconnected 2/ it has multiple IO connections (1/4, XLR, and even S/PDIF via the optical port) 3/ I can switch between different laptops and maintain my routing and mix. On Mac, I had to buy a license for a piece of software called Loopback to get full control of routing to and from the MOTU (Loopbac is not affiliated with MOTU), such as for sending a mic-only mix or receiving a stereo Spotify stream.

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