Focusrite ISA828, 8 Channel Pre-Amp

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Amazing Focusrite Clarity

The ISA microphone preamp was first introduced in 1985 and is renowned for outstanding transparency and subtle warmth contributed by transformer core saturation. With an additional variable impedance circuit ISA users are able to perfectly match the preamp with any microphone, or to use different settings creatively to shape the sound of the microphone. The ISA microphone preamp topology provides amazing clarity and the well-known Focusrite sound making it the first choice for many audio professionals today.

Fast and Easy Connection

The Focusrite ISA828 has four instrument inputs which are immediately accessible on the front panel, allowing fast and easy connection whilst 8 XLR inputs (with optional phantom power) are located to the reverse. Extra processing can be placed between preamp and conversion via the units dedicated insert points, featured on every channel. Accurate six-segment LED metering is designed to catch even the fastest transients on every channel.

Optional A/D Card

The preamps are complemented by eight line inputs, eight line outputs and an optional eight channel 192kHz A-D converter boasting a dynamic range of 122dB. Thanks to its convenient 25 pin D-Type connectors, the ISA828 also integrates quickly and seamlessly with ProTools HD, as well as other popular hard disc recorders and mixing desks.

Mic Pre Masters

Focusrite are world renowned for the premium design and build quality of their microphone preamps, offering professional results for home and commercial recording. The Mic Pre Masters website provides video demonstrations and interactive audio stems which allow you to hear isolated tracks from recordings done exclusively through Focusrite preamps. The interactive demonstrations allow you to hear exactly how each preamp from the Focusrite range treats individual instrument elements to ensure you purchase the perfect interface for your desired application.

Mic Pre Masters Stems:

• Clarett Demo
• iTrack Demo
• ISA Demo
• Scarlett Demo
• RedNet Demo

Features:

• 8 x ISA Transformer Based Preamps
• 25 Pin D-type Connectors (for connection to ProTools HD)
• Switchable Impedance
• 4 x Direct Instrument Inputs
• Inserts Available On All Channels
• High Pass Filter, Phase Reverse and Phantom Power
• 6 x LED Input Meter

Specifications:

• Pre-amp Type: Solid State
• Number of Channels: 8
• Frequency Response: 10Hz-110kHz
• Input Impedance (Variable): 600Ω 1k4Ω, 2k4Ω, 6k8Ω
• Phantom Power: Yes
• EQ: No
• Compression: No
• Analog Inputs: 8 x XLR (Mic), 8 x 1/4" (Line), 4 x 1/4" (Hi-Z) 1 x DB25 (ADC Inputs)
• Analog Outputs: 1 x DB25 (CH 1-8)
• Digital Inputs: No Digital Inputs
• Digital Outputs: 1 x DB25 (AES/EBU) 2 x ADAT (Optical)
• Other I/O: 1 x Word Clock In (BNC) 1 x Word Clock Out (BNC)
• Computer Connectivity: No Computer Connetivity
• Rackmount Spaces: 2U
• Height: 3.5"
• Depth: 12"
• Width: 19"
• Weight: 8.84Kg