Audient EVO SP8 8-Channel Smart Mic Preamp with AD/DA

The Audient EVO SP8 is an 8-channel mic preamp and AD/DA converter expander designed to expand an existing audio interface via ADAT, adding eight EVO preamps with digitally controlled gain, 32-bit converter technology, and Smartgain—an automatic gain-setting feature that handles all eight channels simultaneously in under 20 seconds. A Motion UI full-color high-resolution display shows hardware information and adjustments in real time, allowing fast navigation without switching focus to a computer screen. Two JFET instrument inputs bring the same harmonically rich direct recording path found in the EVO interface lineup, and eight line outputs provide flexible routing to outboard gear or additional monitoring destinations. At just over 14 inches wide with non-slip rubber feet and an optional rack ear kit, the EVO SP8 is equally at home on the desktop, in a portable rig, or mounted in a permanent studio rack.

Key Features

• 8 EVO mic preamps — digitally controlled analog preamps with pin-point gain accuracy to the decibel; ultra-low noise and distortion; clean, accurate, true-to-source recordings across all eight channels
• Smartgain — automatically analyzes and sets optimal gain for all 8 channels simultaneously in under 20 seconds; advanced peak analysis algorithm; handles drums, full band, and solo recording sessions without manual adjustment
• Motion UI — high-resolution full-color display shows hardware features, adjustments, and controls in real time; navigate and adjust the SP8 without switching focus to a computer screen
• 32-bit AD/DA converters — high-performance conversion for accurate monitoring and recording; suited for both tracking and sending audio to outboard gear during mixing
• 2 x ADAT I/O — two ADAT inputs and two ADAT outputs for integration with any ADAT-equipped audio interface; pairs cleanly with the EVO 16 for a 24-channel Smartgain-enabled system
• 8 line outputs — for routing to consoles, converters, patchbays, and outboard processing
• 2 x JFET instrument inputs — harmonically rich circuit replicates the input stage of a classic valve amplifier; ideal for guitar, bass, and keyboard direct recording
• Steel chassis with backlit LED indicators — solid steel construction with super-bright backlit LEDs for visibility in dark studio environments; built for daily studio and touring use
• Desktop and rack compatible — just over 14 in. wide with non-slip rubber feet for desktop use; optional rack ears available separately for permanent rack installation

Specifications

• Mic Preamp Channels: 8 × EVO (digitally controlled)
• Converter Technology: 32-bit AD/DA
• Instrument Inputs: 2 × JFET
• Line Outputs: 8
• ADAT I/O: 2 × ADAT in; 2 × ADAT out
• Display: Motion UI (full-color high-resolution screen)
• Width: Just over 14 in.
• Construction: Steel chassis; backlit LED indicators; non-slip rubber feet
• Rack Mount: Optional rack ears (sold separately)