Focusrite Clarett 8PreX
The Clarett 8PreX from Focusrite is a powerful microphone and audio interface with loads of capabilities. In addition to an enviable dynamic range, Clarett 8PreX also features eight microphone preamplifiers, Thunderbolt connecitivty, and dual ADAT ports. Combine all of this with Focusrite’s stellar Air effect, which models their renowned ISA mic preamp, and it’s easy to see why this interface should have a place in any studio or portable recording rig.
Clarett 8PreX Features
- 8x Clarett microphone preamplifiers
- Phantom power
- Analog Inputs: 2x 1/4” instrument, 8x 1/4” line level
- 8x XLR
- Digital Inputs: 2x ADAT, 1x S/PDIF
- Analog Outputs: 2x 1/4” monitor out, 8x 1/4” line out
- Digital Outputs: 2x ADAT, 1x S/PDIF
- Headphone Output: 2x 1/4”
- 1x Thunderbolt port
- MIDI I/O
- Clock I/O
- Mac OS Requirements: OS X 10.9 or later
- PC OS Requirements: Windows 8.1 or later
- Power: IEC AC connector
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
- Analog Inputs: 2x 1/4" Instrument, 8x XLR, 8x 1/4" Line
- Analog Outputs: 2x 1/4" monitor out, 8x 1/4" line, 2x 1/4" headphone
- Digital Inputs: 1x Coax S/PDIF, 2x ADAT Optical
- Digital Outputs: 1x Coax S/PDIF, 2x ADAT Optical
- MIDI: In & Out via 5-pin DIN
- Mac OS Requirements: OSX 10.10+
- PC OS Requirements: Windows 8.1+
- Power: Mains in via IEC (included)
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