INTERFACE:

We are using a Motu 8 Pre ES. It connects via one of the two available Thunderbolt ports on our MacBook Pro. We really like the option of having XLR/TS/TRS connections on all 8 inputs.

The inclusion of an additional 8 Optical ADAT ins/outs was another selling point as it could integrate nicely with gear we already had.

If we need more than 8 inputs, we also have a Focusrite Saffire Pro 40 which we connect using those Optical Ins and Outs on the Motu.

This gives us 16 Pre amps in 2 rack units. It also gives us up to 18 Outputs (10 in the Focusrite + 8 in the Motu).

We utilize those outputs for re-amping to the Guitar and Bass amplifiers. They also feed our PA and In Ear Monitor Sends, and a rack mounted Tuner.