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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

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)

 

MOTU UltraLite AVB Specs

Key Specs
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 Inputs
2 Preamps
Analog Audio I/O
2x XLR 3-Pin Mic Input
6x 1/4" TRS Line Input
2x 1/4" TRS Hi-Z Input
8x 1/4" TRS Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input
TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output
Host Connection
1x USB-B (Class-Compliant)
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.8 or Later
Windows 7 or Later
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
General
Display
1x 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 Inputs
2 Preamps
Built-In Microphone
No
Expansion Slots
No
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
No
Solo/Mute
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input
6x 1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Line Input
2x 1/4" TRS Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)
8x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Phantom Power
48 V (on 2 Channels)
Digital Audio I/O
1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input
1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output
Host Connection / USB
1x USB-B (Class-Compliant)
Host Connection Protocol
USB 2.0
Network I/O
1x RJ45 AVB / Ethernet
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Input
1x 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
No
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Sync Sources
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.8 or Later
Windows 7 or Later
Included Software
No
Included Plug-Ins
No
Processor Requirement
1 GHz Intel
RAM Requirements
2 GB, 4 GB Recommended
Storage Requirements
500 GB
Mobile Device Compatibility
No
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 U (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"

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