U-DIO8
Multichannel USB to AES-EBU or SPDIF interface for up to 8ch input & outputs, USB asynchronous with up to 192kHz, Sample Rate Conversion on all inputs, Standard TASCAM DB25 connectivity.
The miniDSP U-DIO8 is a pocket size USB Asynchronous interface with support for up to 8 channels of audio recording and 8 channels of playback. Inputs and outputs are digital and available in 2 versions (AES/EBU or SPDIF). A standard TASCAM pinout DB-25 connector to XLR (AES-EBU version) or DB25 to BNC (SPDIF version) is used for connectivity.
Thanks to 8 channels of high quality sample rate converters on all inputs, the U-DIO8 supports recording of any input rate (44.1~192k). On the output side, the digital output matches the playback sample rate selected in the driver.The U-DIO8 is an ideal solution for high-resolution multi-channel audio, computer-based (HTPC) home theater, live sound, surround-sound mixing and mastering.
NOTE: To insure correct impedance matching, note that U-DIO8 comes in two versions. (AES-EBU or SPDIF) with different internal PCB assemblies. Please make sure to select the correct format you'd like to use.
Features
- 5.1/7.1 USB audio interface
- Broadcasting/Studio/Live Sound AES-EBU or SPDIF interface
- Multi-room audio streaming
- Bi-directional USB audio Streaming up to 192kHz
- Transformer isolated inputs&outputs
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What's in the box?
- 1 x U-DIO8 USB audio interface
- 1 x DB25 to XLR cable (AES-EBU version selected) OR dB25 to BNC cable (SPDIF version selected)
- 1 x 1.5m USB type B cable
- 1 x 5V universal power supply with US/UK/EU/AU plugs
- Access to the UserDownloads section for ASIO drivers/Firmware updates once the product purchased.
| USB Streaming Engine |
XMOS 16 core / USB 2.0 full speed - USB Audio class 2.0 compliant |
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Capabilities |
8 channel PCM Input (recording) and Output (playback) over USB |
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USB Audio Class |
USB Audio Class 2.0 device, |
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Input/Ouput Configuration |
8 in / 8 out |
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Audio Input Connectivity |
4 x AES/EBU or SPDIF (8 channels) on DB-25 connector (Tascam pinout). |
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Audio Output Connectivity |
4 x AES/EBU or SPDIF (8 channels) on DB-25 connector (Tascam pinout). |
| TOSLINK Input | - |
| Accessories |
dB25 to XLR cable, 1.5m long. (AES-EBU version) |
| Dimensions | 31 x 161 x 108 mm |
| Power | 5Vdc external supply - 500mA requirement Universal supply provided with plugs for EU/UK/US/AU |
| Win/Mac Compatible | ✔ |
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Application notes on U-DAC8
The miniDSP U-DAC8 is a compact high-resolution eight-channel DAC with a myriad of uses, from PC-based home theater, multichannel audio, to computer-based active loudspeakers. In this application note we will show you how to use the U-DAC8 with JRiver Media Center to play back multichannel audio on your Mac.
The miniDSP U-DAC8 is a compact high-resolution eight-channel DAC with a myriad of uses, from PC-based home theater, multichannel audio, to computer-based active loudspeakers. In this application note we will show you how to use the U-DAC8 with Audirvana+ to play back multichannel audio on your Mac.
Works with Arch Linux, I'm using 8 Channel Output and Stereo Input without ProblemsPeter Bühler
Kalman Rubinson from Stereophile Magazine is no stranger to the world of Multichannel audio and Digital Room Correction. We're very excited at the latest review of the UDIO-8 published in the September issue stating. Make sure to check it out here.
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The immediate impact: With a single inexpensive device, miniDSP has suddenly and effectively created dozens and dozens of multichannel DACs to choose from. Three or four samples of any DAC with an S/PDIF or AES-EBU input can now, together, act as a multichannel DAC when connected to a single miniDSP U-DIO8. All of those who've been complaining about the mere handful of multichannel DACs available: your time has come. The miniDSP U-DIO8 is as indispensable to multichannel audio as a cream filling is to an Oreo.
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Kalman Rubinson @ Stereophile
