Focusrite AMS-ISA-828-MKII Eight Channel Mic Pre Amp and Optional A-D

ITEM #: AMS-ISA-828-MKII MFG #: ISA-828-MKII

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    ISA-828-MKII - Overview

    Eight-Channel Mic Pre and Optional A-D CARD with DANTE
    The Focusrite ISA 828 MkII incorporates eight of Focusrite's classic mic preamps, with Lundahl LL1538 transformers on every input. Each channel has the option of mic or line inputs, while inputs 1-4 also feature instrument inputs on the front panel. Each mic pre has variable input impedance, to provide a range of subtly different sonic options when using microphones, including an 'ISA 110' setting, which replicates the impedance of the original Focusrite mic pre.

    Up to 60dB of gain is available, with a further +20dB of continuously variable trim, providing a huge 80dB gain range. The high-pass filter has a fixed 75Hz frequency and 18dB / octave roll-off for minimising rumble, stand-borne noise and other low-frequency sounds. The ISA 828 MkII also features per-channel, six-segment LED meters, and switchable rear-panel insert points, which allow the use of inline processors such as compressors or EQs.

    Dedicated connectors for mic and line-level inputs allow all sources to be connected simultaneously, making ISA 828 MkII perfect for permanent installation in a rack. A switching power supply allows for efficient, cool operation, without sacrificing sound quality or performance, and increasing reliability over its predecessor. The optional ISA ADN8 analogue-to-digital expansion card provides eight Dante, ADAT and AES3 outputs at sampling rates of up to 24-bit / 192kHz.And as with all Focusrite Pro products, wherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on a three-year warranty if any Focusrite Pro hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.

    • Features:

      • Optional A-D card with up to 192kHz, 24-bit sampling offers high-quality digital audio conversion to Dante, ADAT and AES3
      • Classic ISA mic preamp design featuring Lundahl LL1538 input transformer
      • Switching power supply design allows for efficient and cool operation
      • Front-panel instrument inputs to first four channels
      • Line inputs with dedicated input connectors and front-panel select switch
      • Switchable input impedance including classic ISA 110 setting
      • High-pass filter with fixed 75Hz frequency and 18dB/octave roll-off
      • Switchable insert points when used with A-D card
      • Per-channel six-segment LED peak-level meters
      • As with all Focusrite products, you'll also benefit from a Three-year warranty
       
    • Specifications:

      • Mic Inputs
      • Gain Range: 0dB to +30dB (30-60 switch disabled) and +30dB to +60dB (30-60 switch enabled) in 10dB steps, with an additional +20dB of continuous trim
      • Input Impedance: Low = 600Ω, ISA 110 = 1400Ω, Med (Medium) = 2400Ω, High = 6800Ω
      • Max. Input Level: +25dBu, min gain, medium Z
      • Frequency Response: (10Hz - 122kHz): 10Hz - 122kHz ±3dB, unity gain, medium Z
      • THD + N: -91dB (0.0028%) @ -1dBr, min gain, medium Z
      • EIN: -123dBu 'A'-Weighted (typical)
      • Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 122dB 'A'-Weighted (typical), medium Z
      • Common-Mode Rejection Ratio: 997Hz CMRR: -65dB, min gain, medium Z
      • Phantom Power: +48V, independently switchable per channel
      • High-Pass Filter: 75Hz knee frequency, 18dB/Octave, independently switchable per channel
      • Phase: Inverts the phases of the selected input

        Weight And Dimensions
      • Weight (Without Accessories): 7.05kg / 15.55lbs
      • Weight (With Accessories): 7.48kg / 16.49lbs
      • Height: 88mm / 3.46"
      • Width: 482mm / 18.98"
      • Depth: 325mm / 12.80"

        Line Inputs
      • Gain Range: -20dB to +10dB in 10dB steps, with an additional +20dB of continuous trim
      • Input Impedance: Low = 470O, High = 2.4MO
      • Max. Input Level: +18dBu, min gain, low Z
      • Frequency Response (20Hz - 20kHz): 20Hz - 20kHz ±0.1dB, min gain, low Z
      • Frequency Response (10Hz - 110kHz): 10Hz - 110kHz ±1.2dB, min gain, low Z
      • THD + N: -83dB (0.0071%) @ -1dBr, min gain, low Z
      • Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 100dB 'A'-Weighted (typical), min gain, low Z

        Crosstalk
      • Microphone Talkback: -80dB; 20Hz - 20kHz, min gain, medium Z

        Line Crosstalk
      • Microphone Talkback: -80dB; 20Hz - 20kHz, min gain, medium Z

        Instrument Crosstalk
      • Microphone Talkback: -80dB; 20Hz - 20kHz, min gain, medium Z

        Front Panel Connectivity
      • Channel Count: 2 Channels In
      • Instrument Inputs: 4x 1/4" jack inputs
      • Instrument Inputs: 4x 1/4" jack inputs

        Rear Panel Connectivity
      • Mic Inputs: Input: 8x Female XLR

        Line Level
      • Channel Count: 8 In and 8 Out
      • Input: 8x 1/4" jack inputs
      • Output: 1x DB-25 connectors (AES59)

        Inserts
      • Channel Count: 8 In
      • Input: 1x DB-25 connectors (AES59)

        Digital Card Slot
      • Compatible Card: ISA ADN8

        PSU
      • PSU: 1x IEC Input

        Rear Panel Indicators
      • Control Functions: 1x Pot (Meter Trim)

        Power
      • PSU: 1x Internal, 100-240V, 50/60Hz, consumption 35W.

        Heat Performance
      • Operating Temperature: Operates at up to an ambient temperature of 40 degrees Celsius

        Front Panel Indicators
      • Control Functions: 16x Pots (Gain and Trim). 60 Switches (On/Off Switch, 30-60 Gain, +48V, Phase, HPF, Insert, Z In, Input, Meters Pre A-D, Clock Select and Ext. Word Clock)
       
    • Item Includes:

      • 1x ISA 828 MkII
      • 1x IEC mains cable
      • 1x Important Information Guide
      • 1x Registration code giving access to online resources
       
    • Warranty:

      • Three-year warranty
       

    ISA-828-MKII - Required Accessories

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