{"product_id":"focusrite-isa-c8x","title":"Focusrite ISA C8X","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusrite ISA C8X\u003c\/strong\u003e – a professional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/collections\/audio-interfaces\"\u003eaudio interface\u003c\/a\u003e with 26 inputs and 28 outputs over USB-C, housed in a 2U rackmount chassis — and the first interface ever released under the ISA name. The two ISA preamps at its core carry the same Lundahl LL1538 transformer that Rupert Neve selected for the original 1985 ISA 110 commission. Six additional ultra-low-noise Focusrite preamps, RedNet-class 24-bit\/192kHz AD\/DA conversion, and full remote control via Focusrite Control 2 round out the spec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTransformer character and all-analogue tone shaping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBoth ISA preamps deliver up to 79 dB of gain with switchable input impedance, balanced inserts, and a variable high-pass filter — covering everything from ribbons and passive dynamics to condenser mics without compromise. Two relay-switched analogue modes extend the tonal range: Console Mode introduces variable soft-clipping for saturation and low-end weight, while 430 Air Mode — ported directly from the ISA 430 MkII — lifts the top end through an inductor-based high-shelf filter. Both modes are active on the two front-panel instrument DI inputs as well, which share the full transformer signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eA permanent I\/O hub, not just an interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eISA C8X is built for fixed installations and patchbay rigs: dedicated mic and line inputs on all eight channels mean outboard gear stays connected between sessions. Twelve balanced line outputs handle monitoring from mono through to 7.1.4 across three independently switchable monitor groups — controllable from the front panel or the app. ADAT expansion adds up to 16 channels, and Word Clock, S\/PDIF, and MIDI complete the connectivity picture. Auto Gain across all eight preamps simultaneously handles multi-mic setups — drums in particular — in seconds. The RedNet-derived converters post 125 dB of dynamic range with 0.00022% THD. Standalone mode keeps audio passing even without a connected computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 ISA transformer preamps with Lundahl LL1538, up to 79 dB gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e6 Focusrite mic preamps with up to 69 dB gain and analogue Air mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConsole Mode and 430 Air Mode — fully analogue, relay-switched tone circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBalanced inserts on ISA channels, switchable impedance, variable HPF\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuto Gain across all 8 preamps simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e12 balanced line outputs, 3 monitor groups, up to 7.1.4 support\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2 headphone outputs with independent level control, 130 mW, 116 dB DR\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e16-channel ADAT I\/O, S\/PDIF, Word Clock I\/O, MIDI I\/O\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFull remote control via Focusrite Control 2 (desktop + iOS\/Android)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStandalone mode — operates without a host computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes Hitmaker Expansion (Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC, Oxford Reverb, and more)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInputs: 26 (8 mic\/line XLR-TRS combo, 2 front DI, 16 ADAT, 2 S\/PDIF, 2 MIDI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutputs: 28 (12 balanced line, 2 headphone, 16 ADAT, 2 S\/PDIF, 2 MIDI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutputs 1–2: simultaneous XLR and TRS, +24 dBu max output level\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConversion: 24-bit \/ 192 kHz, up to 125 dB dynamic range (A-weighted), 0.00022% THD\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGain: ISA channels up to 79 dB, Focusrite channels up to 69 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eISA input impedance: switchable (multiple positions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: up to 130 mW, 3 Ω output impedance, up to 116 dB DR\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHost connectivity: USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClock: Word Clock I\/O\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eForm factor: 2U rackmount\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChassis: anodised aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FOCUSRITE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53654470000977,"sku":"59557","price":2219.12,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8741\/0769\/files\/FocusriteISAC8X1.jpg?v=1777534235","url":"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/de-fr\/products\/focusrite-isa-c8x","provider":"Wired Tunes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}