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MOTU HD192

Motu HD192 high definition audio interface

The MOTU HD192 high-definition 192-kHz audio interface is designed for those who demand the very best audio quality available.

MOTU HD192 stack

Equipped with the latest generation 24-bit, enhanced multi-bit 128x oversampling 192-kHz converters, the HD192 achieves a remarkable A-weighted signal-to-noise ratio of 120 dB with balanced XLR connectors throughout. Ideal for surround applications, the HD192's 12 inputs and 12 outputs can support two simultaneous 5.1 mixes. And the HD192 is full of advanced features, like AES/EBU I/O with sample rate conversion both in and out

The PCI-424 card introduced with the 2408mk3 is 192-kHz ready. Just connect the HD192 expansion interface to record 192-kHz audio.

The HD192 can be purchased as an expander for an existing PCI-424-based MOTU Audio System, or as a core system which includes the PCI-424 card and Audiodesk workstation software.

MOTU HD192 Converters

The most important link in the digital recording chain is the A/D converter. It is the critical component that converts your analog input signal into digital information. The higher the quality of the A/D converter, the better your recordings will sound.

The 192-kHz converters in the HD192 are the very same used in more expensive HD systems. With 120dB A-weighted dynamic range and a THD+N of 0.0005%, the HD192 is simply the best sounding front end you can buy for your digital audio workstation.

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MOTU HD192 Expansion

The HD192 uses the same PCI-424 card as the 2408mk3. You can connect up to four audio interfaces to a PCI-424 in any combination to create a system that fits your needs.

Motu PCI expansion

The PCI-424 card included with HD192 core systems is fully compatible with legacy MOTU interfaces originally designed for the PCI-324 card. Connect any MOTU PCI interface, including the 2408mk3, 2408mkII, 2408, 1296, 1224, 1296, and 308. Mix and match new and legacy interfaces as you please. All connected interfaces can take full advantage of the PCI-424's CueMix DSP features.

Legacy MOTU interfaces

MOTU HD192 CueMix DSP

The PCI-424 card features CuemixDSP™, a powerful processor dedicated to creating a custom tailored monitor mix of up to 96 channels of audio. Because the mixing takes place on the card itself, instead of making the round trip from the PCI bus to the host processor, the system provides the same near-zero latency performance as today's latest digital mixers. CueMix DSP completely eliminates the buffer latency associated with monitoring on host-based systems. Because the DSP is mixing for you, your computer's CPU is free for other tasks.

Cuemix DSP is the most flexible Cuemix ever, allowing you to mix multiple channels into multiple mix busses or directly assigned outputs. Manage your monitor mix with the enhanced Cuemix Console software included with the HD192.

The CuemixDSP console provides independent level and pan controls for each input on every mix. Also, CuemixDSP does not limit you to four stereo mixes. You can configure a unique mix for every physical stereo output you have available. This means you can have up to 48 separate stereo mixes on a 96 output system.

Any MOTU AudioWire interface plugged into the PCI-424, including the original 2408, can take advantage of Cuemix's flexible monitoring.

Cuemix DSP

MOTU HD192 Setup Wizard

In a perfect world, your HD192 system would arrive a week before your next recording project. But chances are, it will be only a few hours. That’s why the HD192 includes a setup wizard for both Mac and Windows based systems. The Setup Wizard is an interactive application that helps you connect everything together. It even configures the HD192 driver for you when you’re done! With the HD192, you’ll be up and running in minutes.

Motu Audio Setup Wizard

MOTU HD192 Specifications

  • Twelve channels of +4, balanced, 192-kHz 24-bit analog inputs and outputs using XLR jacks.
  • AES/EBU digital I/O
  • 19-segment LED meters on every input and output
  • 16, 20 and 24-bit recording at 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 or 192-kHz
  • Word clock in and out
  • Dedicated word clock input for AES/EBU I/O
  • AudioWire connector for PCI-424 audio card
  • A-weighted dynamic range 120dB
  • THD+N of 0.00056% (-106dB)
  • R/CORE transformers for efficient, low-heat operation with virtually no magnetic interference or acoustic hum

MOTU HD192 Compatibility

Great performance with your favorite software. Regardless of which software you use, the HD192's unique and efficient driver design produces optimum performance.

MacOS X Software
CoreAudio

AudioDesk
x
Cubase
x
Digital Performer
x
Live
x
Logic
x
Nuendo
x
Peak
x
Reason
x

MacOS 9 Software
ASIO
MAS
Sound Manager

AudioDesk
x
Cubase
x
Digital Performer
x
x
x
Live
x
x
Logic
x
Nuendo
x
Peak
x
x
Reason
x

Windows Software
ASIO
WDM
GSIF

Acid
x
CakeWalk
x
Cool Edit Pro
x
Cubase
x
Gigastudio
x
Live
x
Logic
x
Nuendo
x
Reason
x
Samplitude
x
Sonar
x
Sound Forge
x
Vegas
x

 

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