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- stompboxjon
Very well built unit
Published on 08/29/12 at 22:15This Fire Wire interface was used to replace our PCI set up that we had. It was a lot easy to use and better for use to use this interface than use the one we were using. The MOTU 896 changed a lot of my views on Fire Wire interfaces, at first I was not really liking them because was use to using the regular PCI interfaces. The MOTU 896 is a pretty big unit and will take up 2 rack spaces. But it does support sample rates up to 96 kHz with 24 Bits. Also you can use your FireWire to “daisy chain” one 896 to another one if you need more inputs for your recordings. The MOTU 896 seems to be a monster when it comes to microphone plug ins and usability. The 896 is the upgraded version of the 828…Read moreThis Fire Wire interface was used to replace our PCI set up that we had. It was a lot easy to use and better for use to use this interface than use the one we were using. The MOTU 896 changed a lot of my views on Fire Wire interfaces, at first I was not really liking them because was use to using the regular PCI interfaces. The MOTU 896 is a pretty big unit and will take up 2 rack spaces. But it does support sample rates up to 96 kHz with 24 Bits. Also you can use your FireWire to “daisy chain” one 896 to another one if you need more inputs for your recordings. The MOTU 896 seems to be a monster when it comes to microphone plug ins and usability. The 896 is the upgraded version of the 828, which came out in the 90’s if I am correct and the 896 came out in around 2001-2002. The unit itself is very well build and is made to take a massive beating. I don’t see this thing every failing on anyone because of its size and well built framing. Keep aware that its not portable at all, so you will need to live it in the rack space. it’s a pretty permanent interface.
UTILIZATION
I have used the 896 by MOTU on my computer running over 300Mhz and had no problem, syncing and hooking up the interface to your computer couldn’t be any easier. Latency is almost zero and I have used this in almost any software you can think of that was out in the early 2000’s. Most machines just aren't built like this anymore.
GETTING STARTED
No compatibility issues and it worked great. I wish all gear now a days was as well built as it use to be. When we had this the manual was not our concern. I don’t even remember seeing one now that I look back.
OVERALL OPINION
Overall, I haven’t seen many interfaces that are as well built as the MOTU 896 was back in 2002. I was very confident that the unit could last a lifetime. We sold ours, but I am sure whoever got it is probably still using it. One of a kind interface!
See less00 - AnonymousPublished on 02/15/03 at 15:58 (This content has been automatically translated from French)The FireWire nickel it works !!!!!!!!
good preamps!!
UTILIZATION
Fairly easy to use!!
GETTING STARTED
Ideal for ca mumltipiste runs like a clock !!!!!
OVERALL OPINION
The best choice for a good prnit!!00 - olierPublished on 05/19/03 at 05:34 (This content has been automatically translated from French)8 preamps with 48v it's great
it works with the fire of God himself on pc
great product super quality of the preamps
UTILIZATION
Super simple installation
configuration very very simple and super efficient
GETTING STARTED
Drivers: ras
Use only child
OVERALL OPINION
SOUND !!!!!!!!!!
THE FIREWIRE !!!!!!!!!!!
RM said the banker, can you lend me 2000 euros to buy another ???????00 - gercourtotPublished on 04/01/06 at 09:18 (This content has been automatically translated from French)Used with a G4 800 (768MB) Mac OS 10.3 and Digital Performer 4.5
it has a Connect Pro and can be the hub of a home studio.
UTILIZATION
Installation super simple, we download any drivers and driving with DP ... I do not understand the problem faced by other members, for me, RAS past three years I have ...
GETTING STARTED
No problem of this ct l. You really feel that it is for DP, the only downside is that it does not like the 896HD a virtual concole monitoring, we can monitor only one track (mono or str o). latency? What is the word I do not like is that magnto and converters are good trs.
But be careful I use a mac! I will not return to the LORD dbat, but since I …Read moreUsed with a G4 800 (768MB) Mac OS 10.3 and Digital Performer 4.5
it has a Connect Pro and can be the hub of a home studio.
UTILIZATION
Installation super simple, we download any drivers and driving with DP ... I do not understand the problem faced by other members, for me, RAS past three years I have ...
GETTING STARTED
No problem of this ct l. You really feel that it is for DP, the only downside is that it does not like the 896HD a virtual concole monitoring, we can monitor only one track (mono or str o). latency? What is the word I do not like is that magnto and converters are good trs.
But be careful I use a mac! I will not return to the LORD dbat, but since I was 3 years ago from Mac and a half, I do not do computer maintenance, just music! I have to open two or three times: once to look at how beautiful he was, once and for him to add the ram, once to clean ...
Before that, I spent three years trying to somehow make Zique on Pc of China and well, it takes courage and strong nerves ...
OVERALL OPINION
Used for three years. NEVER any problems! Cam is super strong! I think the three that had pb with are the only ones and they made him a reputable totally unjustified.
In the era, I'd pay 2000 euros, c'tait High-end home motu. Today, 700 euros OCCAZ I think it's a good dealSee less00 - FP UserPublished on 10/31/08 at 16:00Conectivity is well...ok. (could be better) You get eight 1/4 inch/XLR plugs for input but only XLR for the output! (who's smart idea was that!?)
Price paid: $1000 bucks give or take
UTILIZATION
Not many nobs on the thing so u dont have to have a degree to use it.
GETTING STARTED
The thing is built like a tank! great for taking along on gigs.
OVERALL OPINION
Sounds great. Converters sound nice and plenty of headroom with the onboard pres
as far as it goes, i just like motu stuff with macs. it works when i need it to and I dont need to read 400 pages of a manual when i want to do sumthing new. Just PLUG AND PLAY. "whats not to love?"
Originally posted …Read moreConectivity is well...ok. (could be better) You get eight 1/4 inch/XLR plugs for input but only XLR for the output! (who's smart idea was that!?)
Price paid: $1000 bucks give or take
UTILIZATION
Not many nobs on the thing so u dont have to have a degree to use it.
GETTING STARTED
The thing is built like a tank! great for taking along on gigs.
OVERALL OPINION
Sounds great. Converters sound nice and plenty of headroom with the onboard pres
as far as it goes, i just like motu stuff with macs. it works when i need it to and I dont need to read 400 pages of a manual when i want to do sumthing new. Just PLUG AND PLAY. "whats not to love?"
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