The Focusrite Red 8Line is a premium audio interface designed for demanding studios, post-production environments, and high-end producers who require ultimate flexibility and sound quality. With Thunderbolt 3 , Dante Audio-over-IP , and Mini DigiLink connections, the Red 8Line offers seamless multi-platform integration, including direct compatibility with Pro Tools HD systems . This 1U rack interface features two Red Evolution mic preamps with up to 63 dB of ultra-clean gain , Air mode, high-pass filter, and phase reverse – ideal for recording any type of source with utmost precision and clarity.
Thanks to eight line inputs and outputs via Sub-D25 , ADAT, S/PDIF, Wordclock, Loop Sync and monitor outputs with support for up to 7.1.2 surround , the Red 8Line is a complete control centre for any professional setup. Three LC displays provide instant visual feedback on levels and routing, while the integrated power supply and rugged housing ensure reliability on the studio floor or in a rack. The included Hitmaker Expansion contains everything you need in software, including Ableton Live Lite , Pro Tools Artist (3 months) , and top plug-ins from Antares , XLN Audio , Relab and Softube among others - so you won't be short of anything in terms of software either.
Specifications:
- Type: Professional Thunderbolt 3 / Dante / Pro Tools HD Audio Interface
- Resolution: 24-bit / 192 kHz
- Microphone preamplifiers:
- 2 x Red Evolution preamps with:
- +48V phantom power
- High-pass filter
- Phase reverse
- Air mode
- Up to 63 dB ultra-clean gain
- Connections:
- 2 x microphone XLR inputs
- 2 x Hi-Z instrument inputs
- 8 x line inputs (SubD-25)
- 8 x line outputs (SubD-25)
- 2 x monitor outputs (6.3 mm jack)
- 2 x stereo headphone outputs
- 2 x ADAT in & out
- 1 x S/PDIF coaxial in & out
- 1 x Wordclock in & out (BNC)
- 1 x Loop Sync in & out (BNC)
- 2 x Thunderbolt 3
- 2 x Dante (RJ45)
- 2 x Mini DigiLink for Pro Tools HD
- Housing: 19" rack / 1 HE
- Monitor controller: Mono, stereo and multichannel up to 10 channels (incl. 7.1.2 surround)
- Displays: 3 x LC display for meter levels and status
- Power supply: Integrated power adapter (100–240V, 50/60Hz)
- Compatibility: macOS, Windows 10 (Thunderbolt driver required)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 44 x 343 mm
- Weight: 4.84 kg
- Included:
- 2x USB cable (USB-A + USB-C)
- Power supply
- Hitmaker Expansion software bundle
Included software – Hitmaker Expansion:
- DAWs & Licenses:
- Ableton Live Lite
- Pro Tools Artist (3-month subscription)
- Splice Sounds (3 months access)
- Plugins and virtual instruments:
- Antares Auto-Tune Access – Vocal tuning
- Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 – Amp simulation
- XLN Audio Addictive Keys – Studio Grand Piano
- XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2 – Studio Rock drum library
- Native Instruments MASSIVE – Synthesizer
- Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC – Channel strip
- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite – EQ & compressor
- Relab LX480 Essentials – Reverb
- FAST Balancer – Mix optimization tool
