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Grace Design M108

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Description

Essential Information on the 8-Channel Remote-Controlled Mic Preamp with A/D Converter

  • 8 transparent mic preamps with a wide gain range of -8 to 74 dB, compatible with ribbon microphones.
  • 8-channel conversion up to 192 kHz via AES, ADAT, and USB Class 2, with Word Clock I/O.
  • Advanced control locally, remotely (RS485/RS422/MIDI), via RJ45 network or Pro Tools integration; optional DANTE.
  • Integrated monitoring: balanced analog outputs, reference headphone amplifier with low latency, and front panel Hi-Z inputs.

An 8-Channel Solution Designed for Modern Production Environments

Designed to integrate at the heart of a studio or stage, this preamp/converter combines an ultra-quiet gain topology with high-resolution conversion. The high-contrast OLED screen facilitates reading and settings adjustment even in low-light conditions, while fan cooling ensures stability during long sessions.

Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?

Ideal for professional studios, broadcast, and multichannel live recording, it excels on demanding sources: acoustic ensembles, vocals, ambient recordings, or instruments with wide dynamic range. Remote control allows placing the unit close to microphones, reducing cable lengths and optimizing signal-to-noise ratio, while managing gain and routing from the control room.

Key Features for an Uncompromising Workflow

Pre-amplification and Headroom

Each channel offers a wide gain range from -8 to 74 dB to precisely adjust levels, from ribbon microphones to the most sensitive condensers. Front-panel high-impedance inputs facilitate direct instrument connection without additional boxes.

192 kHz Conversion and Synchronization

The conversion section ensures faithful reproduction up to 192 kHz. The Word Clock input/output guarantees solid synchronization with the rest of the digital setup, whether working with AES, ADAT, or via USB Class 2.

Control and Network Integration

Besides local control, the device can be controlled via RS485/RS422/MIDI (m802 RCU remote control or Pro Tools integration) and through the RJ45 network. An optional Audinate/DANTE slot provides access to audio-over-IP transport for large-scale configurations.

Low-Latency Reference Monitoring

The built-in headphone amplifier, powered by a dedicated D/A converter, offers direct monitoring of a pair of channels or computer playback with minimal latency, ideal for musicians and recording engineers.

Technical Specifications

Pre-amplification

  • 8 mic preamps
  • Wide gain range: -8 to 74 dB
  • Compatible with ribbon microphones
  • Front-panel high-impedance inputs

Conversion and Digital Audio

  • 8 digital outputs at 192 kHz via AES, ADAT, and USB Class 2
  • Word Clock input/output

Outputs and Monitoring

  • 8 balanced analog outputs
  • Reference headphone amplifier with low-latency digital-to-analog converter for monitoring a pair of channels or playback from a computer

Control and Network

  • RS485, RS422, MIDI connectors for control from an m802 RCU or Pro Tools
  • RJ45 port for network control
  • Slot for optional Audinate / DANTE audio card

Power and Design

  • High-contrast OLED screen with wide viewing angle for system settings
  • Fan cooling
  • Integrated power supply 100 - 240 VAC
  • Made in the USA
Brand reference number: M108
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