OctoPre LE from Focusrite will find homes in studios that do not require some of the original OctoPre's features, yet desire an excellent sounding multichannel front end. <BR><BR>You get 8 channels of classic Focusrite preamplification based on the popular Green Range 8 analog outputs. An optional digital I/O card (see product box below) both accepts and transmits digital audio in either 44.1 or 48kHz 24-bit ADAT optical lightpipe format.<BR><BR>The OctoPre can also be used as a monitoring control between DAW and speaker system, for up to 7.1 surround monitoring. 8 balanced (although unbalanced can be used) 1/4" jack inputs on the front panel offer quick and easy access, and the first 2 channels can be used for DI-free plug-in of guitars and basses. Channels 1 and 2 feature rear panel XLR inputs. <BR><BR>Of course, the OctoPre features Focusrite's advanced analog circuit design, with comprehensive A/D and D/A interface options for the ultimate in flexbility. It's perfect for digital audio workstations or for use as part of a compact multichannel location recording solution. It also provides an additional set of professional-quality mic pres for any analog or digital console or hard disk recorder.
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