Add to that two JFET instrument inputs, the all new, groundbreaking Motion UI control system and exceptional audio performance across the board. The EVO SP8 might just be the world's smartest Mic Preamp. The perfect partner for your audio interface. Bigger sessions demand more channels and expanding your existing audio interface via ADAT might be the most cost effective solution to scale up your studio. EVO SP8 provides eight mic/line inputs, eight line outputs and 2 x ADAT connections, giving you enough I/O firepower to easily tackle multi-mic sessions like recording drums, or taking on a full band.
Get studio quality recordings The EVO Mic Preamp. Say hello to the preamps your studio needs. Eight sonically stunning EVO preamps will effortlessly level up your recordings, delivering professional grade audio performance backed by 25 years of engineering experience. Our analogue mic preamp has been designed to deliver the most accurate, clean and true to source version of your audio, no matter what you're recording.
Easily power those gain hungry mics. EIN Spec - (No noise, no nonsense). Ultra-low distortion, low noise signal.
An analogue mic preamp, but smarter. Fire your studio into the 21st century with our powerful EVO Preamp technology.Combining all the sonic advantages of a studio-grade analogue mic preamp with digitally controlled tactile precision, the EVO Preamp gives you the ability to set your gain with pin-point accuracy, right down to the decibel. Perfectly match the level of stereo pairs. Real time visual feedback on screen. Better converters = better audio Advanced Converter Technology. In the studio, sound is everything and EVO SP8's high performance 32-bit AD/DA converters make sure you hear your audio accurately at all times, whether you're recording music or sending audio to your favourite outboard gear and back when mixing.
Better converters mean better audio - helping you make creative decisions confidently, identify issues and improve your overall recording and mixing game. Make recording drums and larger sessions easy with Smartgain. Automatically set the gain for all eight channels at once with a simple touch of a button. Powered by our lightning quick Smartgain algorithm, Smartgain uses advanced peak analysis to automatically analyse, adjust and set your gain to the perfect levels - all in less than 20 seconds!
Now it's up to you to figure out what to do with all that time you're saving.. Works on 8 mics at once.
Save time and make recording on your own a breeze and gain the power to save time with Smartgain. Simply set up your mics, hit Smartgain, start performing and EVO SP8 will take care of the rest.EVO Expanded System Compatible with EVO 16. Become more efficient in the studio.
Unleash Smartgain's capabilities by pairing two EVO SP8's with an EVO 16 audio interface and get 24 channels of Smartgain enabled mic preamps. Yes, with an EVO Expanded system that's 24 channels at once... Light years ahead of the competition. 24 Channels of Smartgain at once. Soundcheck an entire band in less than 20 seconds. Introducing Motion UI: A powerful new control system. Navigate SP8's hardware features with blazing speed courtesy of the all new Motion User Interface. For the first time, a stunning high resolution, full colour screen intelligently displays information as you need it, transforming EVO SP8 into a fully immersive, easy to use Smart Preamp - the first of its kind. Every adjustment, every detail, every button press is beautifully displayed on a TFT backlit LCD Screen giving your real time visual feedback of your audio, letting you make changes on the fly and take complete control of EVO SP8 without ever looking at your computer. Plus, IPS technology means information on the screen remains legible no matter your viewing angle - ideal for a variety of setups.Pressing an input button momentarily displays the channel name, the levels and the functions activated for that specific channel. All the information you ever need in one place. Keep an eye on your levels by quickly cycling through your input levels with EVO SP8's crystal clear, full colour metering.
Designed to keep your session in motion, One-Knob-Control lets you glide through EVO SP8's hardware features from a single centralised point. Classic tone, modern sound 2 x Instrument Inputs. To build a monster guitar sound you need the right foundation. Our harmonically rich JFET instrument input circuit is designed to replicate the input stage of a classic valve amplifier, providing an ideal sonic foundation before you hit your guitar sims.
SP8 has been meticulously designed to look amazing on both your desktop and in your rack. Super bright backlit LED lighting not only looks stunning but ensures visibility in the darkest of studios, whilst a solid steel chassis makes sure EVO SP8 is up to the challenges of daily use in the studio and on the road. Designed to slot straight into your studio, EVO SP8 defies the normal with its deceptively small form factor. Although jam-packed full of features, at just over 14in wide with non-slip rubber feet, SP8 works perfectly whether on your desktop, in a portable rig or as a permanent fixture in your studio.
EVO SP8's packaging utilises recycled materials whilst keeping plastic usage to a minimum. Compatible with all major audio software and plugins, EVO SP8 comes bundled with a collection of professional recording software including Cubase LE, giving you everything you need to start recording right out of the box. EVO Motion UI' Control System. Merchandise and packaging MUST be in the same condition as when received. Alto Music reserves the right to refuse any return if it appears the item has been used. Software (if unsealed or registered). Harmonicas, Mouthpieces, Earbuds/Earphones/Headphones(if unsealed), or any item that may come in contact with the mouth, ears or nose.There are no warranties for the following items.