The best of everything you need, without the stuff you don't!
When we introduced the ULN-8, people raved about the sonic quality, the features, and the power of our architecture.
We also heard from the people that have their own "go to" mic pres, people that use analog consoles, and
those that edit but don't record. They love the ULN-8 too, but didn't need the mic pres.
We heard you. For you, we have the LIO-8.
The LIO-8 incorporates the same Metric Halo Audio technologies in the ULN-8 including:
- 192k sample rate support for both Analog and AES Inputs and Outputs
- New DC-coupled, zero phase distortion, servo balanced Line Inputs and Outputs
- Fully clickless remote controlled Monitor outputs. All LIO-8
analog outputs incorporate Metric Halo clickless remote technology
allowing for flexible monitoring applications from stereo to 7.1
surround.
Expandability
As with all Metric Halo products, the LIO-8 features an upgrade path. Or two.
While the base configuration of the LIO-8 doesn't include mic pres, you can opt to have 4 or 8
channels of the same ULN-R mic pres as the ULN-8 included in your unit. The LIO can be ordered this way
from the factory, or the pres can be installed later.
You can also choose to upgrade your processing by adding the +DSP license, which adds over 100 plug-ins
to your LIO and gives you the ability to create and save complex processing "graphs" as well as access to
factory supplied "macros" including processors, amp simulators and more. You can find out more about +DSP. Adding +DSP to your LIO is easy, just put the software license code into
MIO Console and your box is unlocked.
Suite Solution
With everything you need to record, mix, process, and master audio (just
add your DAW of choice, analog front end and transducers), the LIO-8 is
your one-stop solution for recording, edit, mix and mastering suites.
Even if you are using a DAW or recording system that does not support
the LIO-8 Firewire interface,
the unit’s standalone operation and standard AES and analog interface
allow you to use it as the
Audio Front End and Monitor Controller for Pro Tools, standalone and PC
based recording systems.
The Ultimate Digital Upgrade
The LIO-8 is a great way to upgrade your audio system. Put it between
your existing gear and your DAW to get all of the benefits of our
analog design, conversion technology and DSP without ripping your room
apart. Adding a LIO to an analog console is like buying new converters
and getting a digital mixer with total recall for free. Using our
ConsoleConnect technology you can insert EQs, compressors, gates,
reverbs and more into our v.5 Mixer and have all your routing and
settings recalled with your DAW session.
Key Benefits
- Exceptional, Best–In–World, Archival Grade Converter Quality
- Flexible, Integrated Analog-Domain Monitor Controller
- Universal Sample Rate Support
- Analog, AES and Firewire Interfacing
- Rock Solid Stability: Mature, Real-World-Tested Firmware, Software and Drivers
- Instant Access to Tactile Controls
- Fully digital control for total recall, remote control and control surface support
- Comprehensive Precision Metering — so you always know what is going on
- Works with or without a Computer
- Metric Halo’s Exclusive Per-channel selectable Character — from ultra clean to nice and gooey
- Integrated ultra-low-latency instantiable processing with plenty of DSP power to run it
- Most Compact, Lowest Weight, Lowest Power and Lowest Price in its Class
