AUDIENT EVO 8


USB Audio Interface

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Description

AUDIENT EVO 8 Desktop 4×4 USB Type-C Audio Interface

Podcasters, musicians, producers, and content creators can benefit from the Audient EVO 8, a desktop 4×4 USB audio interface that makes capturing high-quality audio effortless. It features four warm EVO mic preamps, a JFET Hi-Z input for instruments, and Smartgain automatic gain control. Plus, its four 1/4″ line outputs and two headphone outs are perfect for hooking up multiple sets of speakers and headphones.

 

The EVO 8’s large knob provides convenient control of levels for your monitors, headphones, and channels while the multifunction buttons enable easy muting of the inputs and headphone outs. The audio loopback function makes it possible to record computer audio at the same time as the inputs—a welcome feature for podcasters who need to capture remote guests via Skype or other VoIP apps.

 

DAW software, virtual instruments, samples, cabinet simulation, and more are included to get you started on your path toward achieving polished productions. Because the unit is bus-powered, you can power it straight from your computer; you never need to worry about accidentally forgetting or unplugging a power supply. It includes two USB cables (USB Type-C and USB Type-A) to allow proper connection to virtually any computer.

 

High-Quality Audio Performance

 

Building on Audient’s 20+ years of audio design experience, the EVO 8 gives you premium audio quality—58 dB gain range, -128 dB mic pre EIN, and 113 dB dynamic range—on your desktop; something that benefits content creators, producers, and instrumentalists in home studios or on the go.

 

4-Channel Input Section

 

Record panel podcasts or several musicians through the warm, accurate EVO preamps and high-performance AKM converters. The EVO 8 features four XLR-1/4″ combo mic/line inputs and a 1/4″ Hi-Z JFET instrument input to handle a variety of sources from dynamic and condenser mics to electric guitars and outboard preamps.

 

Dual Headphone Outs and Four Line Outputs

 

With four balanced 1/4″ line outputs and two 1/4″ headphone outputs, the EVO 8 can act as the central hub for multiple sets of speakers and headphones. Plus, the touch points and large rotary control provide intuitive access to volume adjustments for the outputs.

 

SmartMuting

 

Connecting a set of headphones to either of the headphone ports will automatically mute the corresponding speaker outputs, making switching between loudspeaker monitoring and headphone monitoring quick and seamless.

 

Smartgain Mode

 

Make sure you capture everything perfectly with Smartgain mode. Start playing or singing and Smartgain mode will automatically set the level of your microphones. You can even perfectly match and adjust gain to two channels simultaneously.

 

Work Anywhere

 

All of EVO 8’s advanced features are powered directly from your computer via USB, letting you start recording on the go, whenever inspiration strikes.

 

Audio Loopback

 

Audio loopback enables you to record your computer audio at the same time as your microphones, making it ideal for podcasters and streamers.

    • Record your computer’s audio

 

    • Record guest Skype/video calls

 

    • Record gaming audio

 

Powerful Control

 

    • Smart Touchpoints: Control your speakers, headphones, and channels all using the volume encoder.

 

    • Monitor Mix: Leave latency behind. Blend between your inputs and DAW playback to reduce latency when recording.

 

    • Monitor Pan: Pan your inputs and DAW playback left or right and create the perfect headphone balance for recording.

 

    • Switchable Phantom Power: Individually switch 48V phantom power on/off for each channel and give your microphones the power they need.

 

    • Multifunction Buttons: Channels 1-4 and both volume buttons can quickly be muted by simply holding them down until they begin to flash.

 

    • Software Control: Set the gain of your mic pres using your DAW (with compatible software), your settings will also be stored in your session.

 

Mac and Windows Compatibility

 

The EVO 8 audio interface is fully compatible with Mac and Windows computers. It includes two USB cables to ensure proper connectivity with USB Type-C and USB Type-A ports. When connected to a USB Type-A port, the EVO 8 can provide phantom power for two channels at the same time. If the EVO 8 is connected to a USB Type-C port that can provide 1.5A of current, then you can use phantom power on all four channels simultaneously.

 

Bundled Software

 

Compatible with all major audio software and plug-ins, the EVO 8 comes bundled with a collection of professional software, giving you everything you need to start recording.

    • Steinberg Cubase LE and Cubasis LE 2: Turn your Mac/Windows computer into an easy-to-use music studio with all the basic tools for recording, editing, and mixing everything from the initial musical idea to the final track.

 

    • Steinberg Retrologue 2: This virtual instrument emulates the warmth and fatness of classic analog synthesizers, producing a wealth of sounds that will inspire you time and again.

 

    • Waldorf Edition 2 LE: Software emulations of three classic Waldorf products, including the legendary synth PPG Wave 2, drum module Attack, and filter D-pole.

 

    • Two Notes Torpedo Wall of Sound: A speaker and miking simulation plug-in with eight carefully selected cab emulations, including emulations of MesaBoogie, Fender, and Ampeg.

 

    • GForce M-Tron Pro LE: An industry-standard emulation of the classic Mellotron tape playback keyboard.

 

    • The Sample Boutique from Loopmasters: Over 2GB of drum loops, synth loops, vocal loops, and more.

 

    • Produce Like a Pro: Three free online courses full of valuable insight and techniques.

 

    • Subitopiano: Get 20 minutes of time (worth $60) recording your MIDI tracks on a real grand piano through a specifically designed and fully automated studio, all over the web.

 

 

Features

 

    • Musicians, Podcasters, Producers

 

    • USB Type-C and USB Type-A Connectivity

 

    • 4 XLR-1/4″ Mic/Line In, 1/4″ Hi-Z Input

 

    • 2 Headphone Outputs, 4 Line Outs

 

    • 24-Bit / 96 kHz AD/DA

 

    • Bus Powered / Mac, Windows

 

    • Phantom Power, Multifunction Knob

 

    • Smartgain Automatic Gain Control

 

    • Loopback for Recording Skype and VoIP

 

    • DAW, Instruments, Samples, Cabinet Sim
 

Microphone Preamplifier

Mic Gain Range: 58dB
Line Gain Range: 58dB (-10dB pad)
Phantom Power: 48V +/-4V @ 10mA/Channel (only 2 channel available on USB-A host computers
Mic EIN: <-128dBu
CMRR: >85dB @ 1kHz
Maximum Input Level: +16dBu
Input Impedance (Mic): >3kΩ Balanced
Input Impedance (Line): >10kΩ Balanced
Frequency Response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to 40kHz
Crosstalk: <-105dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): <0.0015%
SNR: 100dB
XLR: Pin 2 (Hot), Pin 3 (Cold) & Pin 1 (Shield)
1/4” Jack: TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)

D.I

D.I Gain Range: 58 dB
Maximum Input Level: +10dBu
Input Impedance: 1MegΩ Unbalanced
Frequency Response +/-0.5dB 10Hz to 20kHz
THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz): <0.3%
SNR: 100dB
1/4” Jack: TIP (Hot) & SLEEVE (Shield)

ADC Inputs

Digital Reference Level: 0dBFS = +8dBu
Frequency Response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
Crosstalk: -105dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.001%
Dynamic Range: 113dB A-weighted

DAC Outputs

Maximum Output Level: +11dBu
Digital Reference Level: 0dBFS = +11dBu
Output Impedance: <100Ω Balanced
Frequency Response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
Crosstalk: <-110dBu @ 1kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.0015%
Dynamic Range: 113dB A-weighted
1/4” Jack: TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)

Headphone Output

Output Impedance: <50Ω
Frequency Response: +/-0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
Crosstalk: -110dBu @ 1kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz): <0.0015%
Dynamic Range: 113dB A-weighted
Max Level Into 30ohms: +0.5dBu, 0.0025% THD+N, 1.16Vpk Power: 45mW
Max Level Into 60ohms: +4.22dBu, 0.0015% THD+N, 1.78Vpk Power: 52mW
Max Level Into 600ohms: +10.1dBu, 0.0018% THD+N, 3.52Vpk Power: 20mW
1/4” Jack: TIP (Left), RING (Right) & SLEEVE (Shield)

DSP Mixer Roundtrip Latency:

(in to out)
44.1 kHz 0.594ms
48.0 kHz 0.552ms
88.2 kHz 0.302ms
96.0 kHz 0.281ms

DAW Playback Latency

@ 32 Sample Buffer for Software Instrument Playback
44.1 kHz ~2.5ms
96.0 kHz ~2ms

DAW Roundtrip Software Monitoring Latency

@ 32 Sample Buffer (in to out)
44.1 kHz 5ms
96.0 kHz 4.1ms
Latency – performance may vary as stability at these low buffer sizes is dependant on many factors including CPU load, operating system and performance of other drivers.

USB 2.0 High Speed

No. Of Input Channels 24 Analogue
No. Of Output Channels 4 Digital
Connector: USB Type-C
Included Cables: 1m USB 2.0 Type-C to USB Type-C

Weight & Dimensions

Weights: Unit: 0.475kg
Packaged: 0.815kg
Dimensions: Unit: 190mm (w) x 70mm (h) x 70mm (d)
Packaged: 230mm (w) x 105mm (h) x 95mm (d)

Additional information

Weight 1 kg
Dimensions 23 × 11 × 10 cm
Brand

Audient

Audio Interface Options

USB Audio Interface

Number of Preamps

4 Mic

Number of Line Inputs

1

Number of Line Outputs

4

Headphone Outputs

2

A/D Resolution

24-bit /96kHz

Phantom Power

Yes

Midi

No

Rackmount

No


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