Alesis Master Control

MasterControl is the perfect solution for studio projects that demand a high–quality, all–in–one audio interfacecontrol surface. Providing up to 8 channels of 44.1–192kHz audio directly to your computer via ultra–fast, low–latency FireWire connectivity, the audio interface features 2 mic (XLR) inputs with phantom powerchannel s,6 line (TRS) inputs. An additional 18 inputs of digital audio are are possible with the MasterControl´s S/PDIFdual S/MUX ADAT Lightpipe options, for forward-thinking expansion. For monitoring your recordingssessions, the MasterControl features 6 analog outputs, configurable as discrete, 5.1 SurroundStereo x 3.

In addition, the MasterControl functions as a fully-featured, programmable control surface with full MIDI I/O, providing hands-on, dedicated control over your HUI-compatible DAWsexternal MIDI devices. Equipped with motorized faders, dedicated transport control, multifunctional jog wheel, assignable buttonsknobs, the MasterControl gives you flawless, convenient control over the parameters of your DAW.

The MasterControl is bundled with award-winning Cubase LE software, to suit all of your recordingediting needs,is compatible with most popular DAW software products on the market today.

Main Features:

• 8 Built-in analog inputs – 2 XLR mic preamp inputs with Phantom Powerchannel s, 6 TRS 1/4" line inputs
• 192kHz analog recording / playback capability
• 6 analog outputs – configurable as discrete, 5.1 Surround,Stereo X 3, with dedicated speaker switching
• Nine 100mm motorized faderseight 360° virtual assignable knobs (three banks each) Provides instant access to 28 different parameters on every DAW channel
• 2 banks of 8 fully-assignable buttons provide 16 different functions per preset (setting markersloop points, setting automation modes, cut/copy/paste)
• Expandable audio inputs for up to 26 simultaneous inputs. S/PDIFdual S/MUX ADAT Lightpipe inputs provide 18 additional recording inputs
• 16 channels MIDI I/O
• 2 X 16 character LCD provides instant controller feedbackenables customization of knobbutton functions
• Fully-editable presets allow for instantaneous, dedicated control over DAWs (HUI-compatible)external MIDI devices
• Removable, customizable templates provide total visual overview of preset operation
• Preview button shows knob, button,fader parameters before sending them out to DAW
• Built-in talk-back microphonecontrol-surface based cue mix setup
• Bundled with Cubase LE softwarecompatible with most digital audio workstation software products