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Faster. Easier. Better.
I bought the OctoPre to expand my Scarlett 18i20 via ADAT, and it works really well.
The product comes in a very simple packaging, just a box of recycled paper, two power cables (for EU and UK power sockets) and the unit.
This simplycity reflect the easy-to-use preamplifier. To connect it to the interface just plug the Toslink cable to the audio interface and it will setup immediatly. The preset configurations of the Focusrite sofware simplify even more the first setup, altough more precise confuìiguration can easily set from the menu.
The unit seems solid and well-manufactured, ph.power could be activated for channels 1-4 or 5-8, like 18i20 interface, there's a six-led meter (but in my opinion a larger display could provide more acurrancy in in a fast sound check) and also a -8dB pad for each channel. Analog Pres can provide up to +66dB gain.
The only cons I can claim is the absence of the two phones out in the front panel, like the 18i20, but in the rear panel you can find eight analog outs that can partially solve this problem.
I suggest this product for bands and/or home studios that want to expand their ADAT interface.
The product comes in a very simple packaging, just a box of recycled paper, two power cables (for EU and UK power sockets) and the unit.
This simplycity reflect the easy-to-use preamplifier. To connect it to the interface just plug the Toslink cable to the audio interface and it will setup immediatly. The preset configurations of the Focusrite sofware simplify even more the first setup, altough more precise confuìiguration can easily set from the menu.
The unit seems solid and well-manufactured, ph.power could be activated for channels 1-4 or 5-8, like 18i20 interface, there's a six-led meter (but in my opinion a larger display could provide more acurrancy in in a fast sound check) and also a -8dB pad for each channel. Analog Pres can provide up to +66dB gain.
The only cons I can claim is the absence of the two phones out in the front panel, like the 18i20, but in the rear panel you can find eight analog outs that can partially solve this problem.
I suggest this product for bands and/or home studios that want to expand their ADAT interface.
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Just what I needed
I needed more inputs for my RME to connect additional gear and this was just what I needed for a great price.
Pay attention that outputs on this unit just sends input channel signal through. It cannot send output signal via ADAT (look for Clarett OctoPre for that).
Gain knobs adjusts each L/R channel separately, I find it hard to tune it with such small knobs, wish there would be some "Lock" function for L/R gain.
Love the precise LED indicators which helps avoid clipping.
Very good quality / price ratio.
Pay attention that outputs on this unit just sends input channel signal through. It cannot send output signal via ADAT (look for Clarett OctoPre for that).
Gain knobs adjusts each L/R channel separately, I find it hard to tune it with such small knobs, wish there would be some "Lock" function for L/R gain.
Love the precise LED indicators which helps avoid clipping.
Very good quality / price ratio.
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A simple and great solution
For a recording on the go or even in a home studio, this is a great tool. Just plug in to your soundcard and you've got 8 tracks more.
It's simple, the sound is really correct, all in all this is a very nice way to begin a home studio or to record on the road.
Recommanded !
It's simple, the sound is really correct, all in all this is a very nice way to begin a home studio or to record on the road.
Recommanded !
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J
extending, not condemming
I already owned the scarlett 18i20 and wanted to be able to record a full band live so now i'm able and i'm happy.
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Perfect interface
I am very satisfied with this product overall.
I am using it in my home studio and works very well.
I am using it in my home studio and works very well.
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Top quality
Very nice for the price.
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PC
Does what it says on the tin
Sound quality is good for the price. The preamps are the same as 18i20. Works fine at 48k with no issue for me. Software is good / stable so far.
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Amazing Prouduct! USA Buyer.
Excellent sound, software, construction, premium parts. -Powerful and clear sound! Don’t settle for anything else.
Scarlett OctoPre does not have AIR mic/line inputs. Still a pro, pro, pro item!!!!!
Flawless Transaction. Keep up the good work Thomann!
Scarlett OctoPre does not have AIR mic/line inputs. Still a pro, pro, pro item!!!!!
Flawless Transaction. Keep up the good work Thomann!
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KI
Value for money preamp.
If you're on a budget, this 8-channel preamp sould be the best and easiest to use choice.
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Nice one, but not for ribbon mics
Good stuff if you own an project studio and need additional channels, for example, to record drums or record a small band with 3-4 guitars, percs. etc.
Good working with dynamic and condenser mics, but have not enough gain for work with ribbon mics.
And this unit can only get the analogue sound to digital, not the opposite way (for example, to use summing mixer - you can't do it with this one).
Good working with dynamic and condenser mics, but have not enough gain for work with ribbon mics.
And this unit can only get the analogue sound to digital, not the opposite way (for example, to use summing mixer - you can't do it with this one).
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