The ESI U108 PRE is a high-speed USB 2.0 audio interface offering ten mic preamps, eight line outputs, and 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution, making it ideal for recording bands in the studio, live performances on stage, or multi-guest podcasts at home. Connect instruments such as guitar and bass to the two front-panel combo jacks, then select the Hi-Z switches for optimal signal transfer. A total of ten XLR inputs (two via the combo jacks) are provided, and selectable phantom power ensures proper operation of condenser microphones as well as dynamic mics.
Utilize the eight 1/4" TRS line-level outputs to route submixes or individual tracks to a console, summing mixer, or multichannel headphone amplifier. Hook up a pair of monitors and headphones to the U108 PRE's 1/4" mix outputs and stereo headphone jack. LEDs across the front panel clearly indicate input levels, phantom power selection, and power status.
The U108 PRE is compatible with Mac and Windows computers and includes a power adapter and one USB cable. Bundled software and licenses from Bitwig, Stanton, and Audified open creative opportunities for musicians, DJs, and podcast producers.
- Per-input gain control and 3-stage level LEDs
- Ten microphone preamps—two with XLR-1/4" combo inputs and selectable Hi-Z operation
- 48 VDC phantom power selectable for channel 1, channel 2, channels 3-6, and channels 7-10
- Eight 1/4" TRS line outputs for routing to an external mixer
- Dedicated 1/4" stereo mix output jacks fed by an integrated monitoring mixer with controls for input 1-10 level, output 1-8 level, and mono/stereo mode
- Front-panel 1/4" stereo headphone output with source selector
- Supports Mac via CoreAudio, and Windows via ASIO 2.0, MME, WDM, and DirectSound (including DirectWIRE)
- High-speed USB 2.0 computer connection
- Includes Bitwig 8-Track DAW software, a license for Stanton's Deckadance LE DJ software, and a license for Audified's inTone 2 ESI Edition jamming tool