Focusrite introduces the ISA 828 MkII, ISA ADN2 & ISA ADN8!
Introducing ISA 828 MkII, ISA ADN2 & ISA ADN8
Focusrite is excited to announce the upcoming release of three new products in the ISA range: a new version of the ISA 828 eight-channel mic preamp and two optional A-D cards for ISA One, ISA 428 MkII and ISA 828 MkII.
Focusrite ISA 828 MkII
Sharing the simple mic preamp design of the original Focusrite ISA 110 module from the Focusrite Studio Console, ISA 828 MkII incorporates eight of Focusrite's classic mic preamps, with Lundahl LL1538 transformers on every input. Each channel has the option of mic or line inputs, while inputs 1-4 also feature instrument inputs on the front panel. Each mic pre has variable input impedance, to provide a range of subtly different sonic options when using microphones, including an ‘ISA 110’ setting, which replicates the impedance of the original Focusrite mic pre. Up to 60dB of gain is available, with a further +20dB of continuously variable trim, providing a huge 80dB gain range. The high-pass filter features variable cut-off frequency between 16 and 420Hz. ISA 828 MkII features high-pass filters, calibratable per-channel, six-segment LED meters, and switchable rear-panel insert points, which allow the use of inline processors such as compressors or EQs. Dedicated connectors for mic and line-level inputs allow all sources to be connected simultaneously, making ISA 828 MkII perfect for permanent installation in a rack. New to the ISA 828 MkII is an updated power supply that allows for more efficient power consumption, a reduction in heat generation, and extremely reliable operation. The optional ISA ADN8 analogue-to-digital expansion card provides eight Dante, ADAT and AES3 outputs at rates of up to 24-bit/192kHz.
Key features:
Optional A-D card with up to 192kHz, 24-bit sampling offers high-quality, precision digital audio conversion to Dante, ADAT and AES3
Classic ISA mic preamp design featuring Lundahl LL1538 input transformer
Switching power supply design allows for efficient and cool operation
Front-panel instrument inputs to first four channels
Line inputs with dedicated input connectors and front-panel switch
Switchable input impedance including classic ISA 110 setting
High-pass filters
Switchable insert points when used with A-D card
Calibratable, per-channel six-segment LED peak-level meters
Focusrite ISA ADN2
With the introduction of the ISA ADN2, the classic ISA mic pre can be implemented directly on a Dante network, providing console-grade preamps to the most advanced of audio networks. ISA ADN2 is an optional two-channel A-D card that provides high-quality analogue-to-digital conversion for the ISA One mic preamp and DI. Featuring Dante, AES3, ADAT and S/PDIF connectivity, the card operates at sample rates up to 24-bit/192kHz. The card offers a familiar set of standard professional connectors with primary and secondary RJ45 Dante output ports, an XLR connector for AES3 output, a TOSLINK connector for ADAT output and RCA connector for S/PDIF output. Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows synchronisation with many external devices. Dante outputs on the card provide ISA One with network connectivity to all Focusrite RedNet devices and Red interfaces, as well as any other Dante-enabled device from hundreds of manufacturers. Metering and settings are accessed through RedNet Control, routing is configured using Dante Controller. Both RedNet Control and Dante Controller software are included.
Key features:
Two-channels of high-quality, precision analogue-to-digital converter for ISA One
Up to 24-bit/192kHz sample rate
Dante connectivity via Primary and Secondary Ethernet ports provide redundancy and auto switchover in case of failure
Two-channel XLR connection for AES3 output
Two-channel RCA connection for S/PDIF output
Two-channel TOSLINK connector for ADAT output
Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows synchronisation with many external devices
RedNet Control and Dante Controller software (included) allow Dante routing and control from a computer; no hardware patching required
Focusrite ISA ADN8 Eight-channel A-D Card
With the introduction of the ISA ADN8, the classic ISA mic pre can be implemented directly on a Dante network, providing console-grade preamps to the most advanced of audio networks. ISA ADN8 is an optional eight-channel A-D card that provides high-quality, precision analogue-to-digital conversion for the Focusrite ISA 428 MkII and ISA 828 MkII microphone preamps. Featuring Dante, AES3 and ADAT connectivity, the card operates at sample rates up to 24-bit/192kHz.
The card offers a familiar set of standard professional connectors with primary and secondary RJ45 Dante output ports, an AES59 DB25 connector for AES3 output, and a pair of TOSLINK connectors for ADAT output. Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows synchronisation with many external devices. Dante outputs on the ISA ADN8 provide ISA 428 MkII and ISA 828 MkII with network connectivity to all Focusrite RedNet devices and Red interfaces, as well as any other Dante-enabled device from hundreds of manufacturers. Metering and settings are accessed through RedNet Control, routing is configured using Dante Controller. Both RedNet Control and Dante Controller software are included.
Key features:
Eight-channels of high-quality, precision analogue to digital converter for ISA 428 MkII and ISA 828 MkII
Up to 24-bit/192kHz sample rate
Dante connectivity via Primary and Secondary Ethernet ports for redundancy and auto switchover in case of failure
Industry standard eight-channel AES59 DB25 output connection for AES3
Two TOSLINK connectors for ADAT (8 channels at up to 96kHz; 4 channels at 192kHz)
Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows synchronisation with many external devices
RedNet Control and Dante Controller software allow Dante routing and control from a computer; no hardware patching required
