The MOTU 24Ai is an outstanding rack - mount audio interface that offers top - notch audio quality and flexible connectivity. With 72 simultaneous audio channels, including 24 high - quality balanced analog inputs and 48 digital I/O channels, it's perfect for studio and stage use. It has class - compliant high - speed USB 2.0, compatible with USB 3.0 and iOS, making integration a breeze. The onboard DSP comes with amazing mixing and effects like reverb, 4 - band EQ, gate, and compression, emulating large - format mixing consoles. You can sculpt your sound without latency or straining your computer's processor. It's easy to expand using a Cat - 5e ethernet cable and AVB audio networking. Controlling the setup is super easy. Use a web app on your browser to manage mixing, effects, settings, and routing wirelessly from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The large backlit LCD gives you clear metering. And the included AudioDesk software provides a great workstation for recording, editing, mixing, and mastering with 24 - bit recording and 32 - bit mixing capabilities. Key features include universal connectivity, 32 - bit floating - point processing, modeled vintage effects, and more. The package includes the audio interface, USB cable, power adapter, software CD, and user manual.
Using the MOTU 24Ai is straightforward. First, connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. It's compatible with USB 2.0, 3.0, and iOS, so you can choose the best option for your setup. Power it on with the power adapter. For expansion, you can use a Cat - 5e ethernet cable to connect more MOTU interfaces. To control the mixing, effects, and settings, open the web app on your favorite browser from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. You can manage everything wirelessly. When recording, editing, or mixing, use the AudioDesk software that comes with the product. It offers 24 - bit recording and 32 - bit mixing capabilities. As for maintenance, keep the device clean and away from dust and moisture. Make sure to update the software regularly for the best performance. If you encounter any issues, refer to the user manual that comes in the package.
