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MOTU 10pre Thunderbolt USB Audio Interface

The MOTU 10pre is a high-performance 26-in/28-out rack-mount audio interface offering Thunderbolt 4/USB4 connectivity, ten mic inputs, a 64-channel/32-bus onboard mixer & more.

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    MOTU 10pre: Your Studio's New Central Nervous System
    The MOTU 10pre is not just another box of inputs and outputs; it's the command center your studio has been waiting for. This next-generation 26x28 interface combines thirty years of engineering prowess with forward-looking technology to deliver staggering performance and flexibility. With renowned ESS Sabre32™ DACs providing a breathtaking 125 dB of dynamic range, every nuance of your audio is captured and reproduced with pristine clarity. Factor in universal Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 connectivity, and you have a hub powerful enough to handle anything you throw at it, today and tomorrow.


    See Your Sound, Seize Control
    Tired of menu-diving on a tiny, cryptic screen? The 10pre shatters that frustration with a beautiful 3.9-inch high-resolution TFT display. This isn't just eye candy; it's a window into your audio world. See detailed, fluid metering for every single one of the 54 simultaneous channels. Make critical hardware adjustments with a simple twist and click, right from the front panel. This brilliant display works in concert with the CueMix Pro app, giving you complete wireless control over your entire session from your iPad or laptop. It's an intuitive workflow that lets you stop managing your gear and start making music.


    Connectivity That Just Won't Quit
    Imagine a world where you never have to ask, "Do I have enough inputs?" With 10 ultra-transparent mic preamps, flexible combo jacks, and 54 simultaneous audio channels, that world is here. Mic up a full drum kit, patch in your favorite synths, and run outboard gear through dedicated analog inserts on channels 1 and 2—all at the same time. But the real magic is the massive-bandwidth I/O. The 10pre delivers an astonishing 256 channels of computer I/O over a single Thunderbolt cable, with a round-trip latency so low (~1.8 ms) it feels instantaneous. This is pro-level routing power, from a massive 64-channel DSP mixer to a "bird's-eye" routing grid, made accessible for any setup.


    Built for the Modern Creator
    The MOTU 10pre is engineered to be the rock-solid heart of the modern creative space. It’s a powerful mixer, a patchbay, a monitor controller with A/B/C speaker switching, and an expandable AVB network device all rolled into one. Whether you're tracking a full band, mixing in surround, or building a complex multi-room network, the 10pre provides the tools and the impeccable audio quality you need. This is more than an interface; it's an investment in a faster, more fluid, and more inspiring creative process.


    MOTU 10pre Features:

    • Superb Analog Quality: Next-gen 26 x 28 interface with ESS Sabre32™ DAC technology delivering 125 dB dynamic range.
    • Universal Connectivity: Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports provide up to 256 channels of computer I/O (128 in/128 out) and daisy-chaining for peripherals.
    • Ultra-Low Latency: Optimized MOTU drivers deliver round-trip latency as low as ~1.8 ms at 96kHz.
    • Massive I/O: 54 simultaneous channels, including 10 transparent mic/line/instrument preamps with remote control.
    • Powerful DSP Mixing: A 64-channel mixer with 32-bit floating-point processing, extensive EQ, dynamics, and reverb.
    • Advanced Control: High-resolution 3.9" TFT display, A/B/C monitor switching, talkback, and Wi-Fi control via the CueMix Pro app.
    • Flexible Routing: Intuitive routing grid, optical expansion via ADAT/SMUX, and dual independent headphone outputs.
    • Studio Integration: AVB networking for system expansion, word clock I/O for sync, and dedicated send/return inserts for outboard gear.
    • Unleash your studio's full potential. Add the MOTU 10pre to your setup or contact our sales team for more information.

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    MOTU 10pre Thunderbolt USB Audio Interface Specifications

    MOTU 10pre Thunderbolt USB Audio Interface Specifications
    Product Specifications
    • Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
    • Mic/Line/Instr Inputs:
      • 10 x XLR/TRS "combo" jacks
      • Individual -20 dB pad and 48V phantom power
      • Preamp gain: +74 dB in 1 dB increments
      • 1 MΩ impedance on the line/instr inputs
      • Independent balanced send/return inserts on channels 1-2
    • Analog Inputs:
      • 2 x 1/4" insert returns function as balanced TRS
      • line inputs (with no mic inputs connected)
      • Max level: +21 dBu - +20 dB digital gain on each input
    • Analog Outputs:
      • 8 x 1/4" TRS line out (balanced, DC coupled)
      • Max level: +21 dBu
      • -99 dB digital trim on each output
      • 2 x 1/4" TRS stereo headphone (see below)
    • Digital I/O:
      • 2 banks (16 ch) of ADAT optical I/O at 1x sample rates
      • 2 banks (8 ch) of S/MUX optical I/O at 2x sample rates
      • Bank A switchable to stereo TOSLink I/O (optical S/PDIF) 
    • Computer I/O:
      • 2 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB 4.1 (40 Gbps) Type C:
        • USB3 / USB2 compatible
        • USB audio class compliant (no driver needed)
      • 1 x Thunderbolt-compatible / USB4 GEN3 C-to-C cable:
        • 40Gpbs / 240W - Length = 2 meters
        • Cable included
        • Provides 15W power downstream / 0W upstream
    • Compatible with USB2 Type A with a C-to-A cable: (sold separately)
    • Round Trip Latency (RTL): ~1.8 ms: (32 sample buffer at 96K)
    • Total Audio Channels: see "Total Audio I/O" below
    • Total Audio I/O:
      • 26 in / 28 out (54 total channels) at 1x sample rates
      • 18 in / 16 out (34 total channels) at 2x sample rates
      • 10 in / 12 out (22 total channels) at 4x sample rates
    • Headphone:
      • 2 x 1/4" TRS stereo headphones
      • Output impedance: <1Ω
      • Max output: 13.3 dBu
    • Networking:
      • 2x Gigabit AVB Ethernet ports
      • 16 AVB streams in/out at sample rates up to 96 kHz
      • 8 AVB streams in/out at 176.4 or 192 kHz
      • 1-8 audio channels configurable per stream
      • Up to 128 audio channels in & out (up to 96 kHz)
      • Supports 1722.1 for Connection Management and Control
      • Supports AAF stream formats & legacy AM8-24 format
      • Stream format configurable per stream
    • Sync I/O:
      • 1 x BNC Word Clock In
      • 1 x BNC Word Clock Out/Thru
      • Sample rates: all (from 44.1 to 192 kHz)
    • Front Panel:
      • 2 x 1/4" TRS headphone output
      • 2 x encoder: headphone volume
      • 1 x encoder: input channel select
      • 1 x encoder: preamp gain
      • 4 x switches: 2 channel select, 1 PAD, 1 48V
      • 6 x switches: control room
      • 1 x encoder: menu navigation
      • 2 x switches: menu nav (Back & Select)
      • 1 x large encoder: main volume
      • 1 x 3.9-inch 480 x 128 pixel 24-bit RGB TFT display
      • 1 x latching power button
    • Power: Internal 100-240V autoswitching supply 50-60 Hz, 1.0A max
    • Dimensions (W x D x H, enclosure only): 19" x 12.25" x 1.75" / 48.26 x 31.1 x 4.44 cm
    • Weight: 11 lbs / 5 kgs
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