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Expand your studio with ease
If your current audio interface is running out of inputs, the ASP880 provides a straightforward solution. Connecting via ADAT, it adds eight channels of Audient microphone preamplification to your existing setup without requiring a complete studio overhaul. This extra capacity allows you to record larger ensembles, full drum kits and band sessions more comfortably.
The compact 1U design helps conserve rack space while still delivering a substantial increase in recording capability. For project studios looking to grow alongside new recording demands, the ASP880 provides additional channels without adding unnecessary complexity to your workflow.
Capture every source with confidence
At the heart of the ASP880 are eight Audient Console mic preamps derived from the company's ASP8024-HE recording console design. These preamps use a discrete circuit architecture that focuses on low noise and low distortion while preserving the detail of the original source. With up to 60dB of gain available, they can accommodate a wide range of microphones and recording situations.
Phantom power supports condenser microphones while polarity reverse controls help address phase issues during multi-mic sessions. Pad switches also provide extra headroom when working with louder instruments, helping you maintain a clean signal path from source to recording.
Shape signals before conversion
The ASP880 offers several tools for refining audio before it reaches your DAW. Eight dedicated insert points allow you to connect external processors such as compressors and equalisers directly into the signal path before analogue-to-digital conversion. This makes it easy to capture recordings with your preferred outboard equipment already applied. Variable impedance controls are particularly useful for ribbon microphones, helping preserve their intended character and frequency response. Adjustable high-pass filters ranging from 25Hz to 250Hz help remove unwanted low-end content, reduce proximity effect and tighten recordings before they are committed to disk.
Flexible connectivity for modern studios
Beyond microphone recording, the ASP880 includes two JFET instrument inputs designed to emulate the input stage of traditional valve amplifiers. Plug in guitars, basses, keyboards or drum machines directly and start recording without additional DI boxes. High-quality converter technology ensures detailed analogue-to-digital conversion across every channel.
Additionally, the unit can function as a standalone A-D converter using its ADC inputs, allowing signals from external microphone preamps or other hardware sources to be converted and routed digitally. Digital output options include ADAT, AES and S/PDIF, giving you plenty of flexibility when integrating the ASP880 into a wide range of studio environments.
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Features
- Eight premium Class A console-style microphone preamp for rich and detailed sound
- Compact 1RU design that delivers extensive studio connectivity in minimal rack space
- Expands compatible audio interfaces through ADAT for additional recording channels
- Supports larger recording sessions including full bands and multi-microphone drum setups
- Uses Audient console preamp technology derived from the ASP8024-HE recording console
- Produces detailed audio with low noise, low distortion, and smooth analog character
- Hybrid discrete and operational amplifier circuitry ensures accurate source reproduction
- Extremely low noise performance helps capture recordings with exceptional clarity
- Provides up to 60 dB of microphone gain for a wide range of recording applications
- Includes switchable phantom power for condenser microphones
- Features a -10 dB pad to accommodate louder sound sources without overload
- Polarity inversion allows easy phase alignment during recording
- Eight line-level inputs with insert points for flexible signal routing
- Insert connections enable external EQs, compressors, and other processors before conversion
- High-quality analog-to-digital conversion preserves fine audio detail and dynamics
- Can function as a dedicated standalone A-D converter for external equipment
- Two JFET instrument inputs deliver rich tone inspired by classic tube amplifier input stages
- Directly accepts guitar, bass, keyboards, and electronic instruments without additional hardware
- Adjustable impedance settings help optimize performance with ribbon and other microphones
- Variable high-pass filters from 25 Hz to 250 Hz reduce unwanted low-frequency content
- Helps control proximity effect and tighten low-end response before recording
- Digital output options include ADAT, AES, and S/PDIF formats
- Backed by a three-year limited manufacturer warranty
Specifications
- Microphone preamplifiers:
- Mic gain: -10 to +60dB (-10dB pad)
- Line gain: -16 to +44dB (-10dB pad)*
- Phantom power: 48V +/-4V @ 10mA/channel
- Mic EIN: <-127.5dBu
- CMRR: >80dB @ 100 to 10kHz
- Maximum input level: +22dBu (+32dBu with pad)
- Input impedance:
- Mic LO: 220Ω balanced
- Mic MED: 1k2Ω balanced
- Mic HI: 2k8Ω balanced
- Line (all Z): >6kΩ balanced
- Frequency response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to 100kHz
- Crosstalk: <-85dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
- THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): 0.003% (-90.5dBu)
- SNR: >90dB
- HPF: Sweepable from 25Hz to 250Hz, 2nd order (12dB/octave)
- XLR: Pin 2 (hot), Pin 3 (cold) & Pin 1 (shield)
- 1/4” jack: TIP (hot), RING (cold) & SLEEVE (shield)
- Note: Line input level at the combi jacks will be affected by the input impedance switch position, this can be used as a second pad control to adjust line input ranges on all channels.
- Discrete JFET D.I (channels 1 & 2):
- D.I gain: -10 to +60dB (-10dB pad)
- Maximum input level: +16dBu (typical), +22dBu
- Input impedance: 1MegΩ unbalanced
- Frequency response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to 50kHz
- THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): <0.03% (-70dBu)
- SNR: 89dB
- 1/4” jack: TIP (hot) & SLEEVE (shield)
- Line outputs (insert sends):
- Maximum output level: +27.5dBu
- Output impedance: <100Ω balanced
- ADC line inputs (insert returns):
- Maximum input level: +18dBu
- Digital reference level: 0dBFS = +18dBu
- Dinput impedance: >10kΩ balanced
- Frequency response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
- Crosstalk: <-80dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
- THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.002% (-94dB)
- THD+N @ -6dBFS (1kHz): <0.002% (-94dB)
- Dynamic range: 113dB un-weighted, 115dB A-weighted
- Peak LED lineup: +16dBu (-2dBFS)
- Signal LED lineup: Variable brightness from -30dBu to -10dBu (-28dBFS)
- Digital I/O:
- ADAT 8 channels SMUX: +44.1 – 96kHz
- AES | S/PDIF 8 channels: 44.1 – 96kHz
- Clock: Internal or external
- Worldclock input: 75Ω BNC, optional 75Ω termination
- Power supply:
- High stability, low noise internal SMPS
- Fan-less, quiet operation
- Works anywhere in the world without reconfiguring
- Line voltages: 90 to 264V (a.c)
- Internal rails: +/-18VDC, +48VDC & +5VDC
- Fuse: T1A (1Amp time delay)
- Consumption: Maximum 40 watts
- Weight: 4.0kg
- Product Code: ASP-880
