Audient EVO SP8 8-Channel Smart Microphone Preamplifier with AD/DA

The exceptional EVO SP8 studio preamp expander is now available. Designed as the ideal companion for enhancing your existing audio interface, the Audient EVO SP8 8-Channel Smart Microphone Preamplifier with AD/DA offers eight intelligent EVO Preamps with Smartgain, advanced AD/DA converter technology, and versatile I/O connectivity. This innovative device includes two JFET instrument inputs, a groundbreaking Motion UI control system, and outstanding audio performance. Positioned as possibly the world's smartest Mic Preamp, EVO SP8 elevates your studio setup to new heights.

Enhance Your Audio Interface with the Perfect Partner
Expanding your audio interface via ADAT can be a cost-effective solution for handling larger sessions. EVO SP8 offers eight mic/line inputs, eight line outputs, and 2 x ADAT connections, providing ample I/O capability for tasks like recording drums or capturing a full band.

Achieve Studio-Quality Recordings
Elevate your recordings with the eight sonically stunning EVO preamps, engineered to deliver professional-grade audio performance with precision and clarity. These analogue mic preamps ensure the most accurate and true-to-source audio reproduction for any recording scenario.

Smart Analog Mic Preamp Technology
Enter the modern era with EVO Preamp technology, combining the sonic benefits of a studio-grade analogue mic preamp with digital precision. This technology enables you to set your gain levels accurately, down to the decibel, ensuring optimal audio quality.

Superior Converters for Exceptional Audio
Experience top-notch sound quality with EVO SP8's high-performance AD/DA converters, utilizing 32-bit technology for accurate audio reproduction during recording and mixing. Improved converters enhance your ability to make informed creative decisions and enhance your overall audio production.

Effortless Gain Adjustment
Streamline your recording process with Smartgain, which automatically sets the gain for all eight channels simultaneously. The lightning-fast Smartgain algorithm analyzes and adjusts levels within seconds, freeing up your time for other tasks.

Introducing Motion UI, an Innovative Audio Interface Interface
Navigate SP8's features swiftly with the new Motion User Interface, providing a high-resolution, full-color screen that intelligently displays essential information. Transform your experience with EVO SP8 into an immersive and user-friendly Smart Preamp, setting a new standard in audio interface technology.

Key Features

• 8 EVO Mic Preamps
• 2 JFET Instrument Inputs
• 8 Line Outputs
• 2 ADAT Inputs
• 2 ADAT Outputs
• Industry-leading AD/DA Converters
• Advanced Multi-Channel Smartgain
• Intuitive 'EVO Motion UI' Control System
• High-Resolution LCD Screen
• Convenient One Knob Centralized Control
• Crystal Clear Metering
• Easy Input/Output Control
• Channel Status Indication
• Optional Rack Ears for Mounting
• Word Clock Input for Synchronization
• Supports 24bit / 96kHz Audio Quality

Technical Specifications

Microphone Preamplifier
Mic Gain Range
58dB
Line Gain Range
58dB (-10dB pad)
Phantom Power
48v +/-4v @ 10mA/Channel
Mic EIN
<-127.5dB
CMRR
>80dB @ 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 <-103 @ 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 Inputs
D.I Gain Range
58 dB
Maximum Input Level
+10dBu
Input Impedance
500k
Frequency Response
+/-0.5dB 10Hz to 20kHz
THD+N @ 0dBu (1kHz)
<0.1%
SNR
100dB
1/4” Jack
TIP (Hot) & SLEEVE (Shield)

ADC
Digital Reference Level
0dBFS = +10.5dBu
Frequency Response
+/-0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
Crosstalk
-125dBu @ 1kHz & 10kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz)
<0.001%
Dynamic Range
112.5dB A-Weighted

Line Outputs
Maximum Output Level
12dBu
Digital Reference Level
0dBFS = +12dBu
Output Impedance
<50Ω
Frequency Response
+/-0.5dB 10Hz to Fs/2
Crosstalk
<-110dBu @ 1kHz
THD+N @ -1dBFS (1kHz)
<0.006%
Dynamic Range
>117dB A-weighted
1/4” Jack
TIP (Hot), RING (Cold) & SLEEVE (Shield)
Dimensions
355mm (w) x 255mm (d) x 53mm (h)