In this James takes a look at the new Audient ASP800, an 8 channel mic pre-amp with A/D. But what makes the ASP800 special is the 2 "Retro Channels " which allow you to roll in either the new HMX Mosfet Drive to add simulated valve warmth to the signal or the Iron Magnetic Drive which processes the signal through a custom designed transformer.
ASP800 is an audio powerhouse designed to transform your sessions into world class recordings, making it the perfect addition to your audio interface. ASP800 provides 8 channels of Audient’s renowned console mic preamps, class-leading Burr-Brown converter technology, two JFET D.I’s and two Retro channels with revolutionary tone control. Just plug in your mics, guitars, keyboards and drum machines and you’re ready to go, so get creative and start thinking big!

The Audient ASP800 features:
8 x World Class Audient Console Mic Pres
2 x Retro Channels with Dual Stage COLOUR Saturation Controls - HMX & IRON
2 x Discrete JFET Instrument Inputs
Pristine 118-dB Burr-Brown A-D Converters
Balanced Analogue Line Outputs
ADAT Output for Expandability
Word Clock Input
All-Metal Enclosure