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Focusrite ISA 828

8-channel Microphone Preamp with Variable Input Impedance, 8 line inputs, 4 Front-Panel Instrument Inputs, High Pass Filters, 25-pin Connector

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A High-quality, Affordable Mic Preamp with Signature Focusrite Sound!

The Focusrite ISA 828 microphone preamp puts eight of Focusrite's original ISA preamps into a compact 2U space, giving you amazing sound quality in a unit that's convenient for both your studio and your wallet. The ISA 828 gives you a variable impedance circuit with several settings, and also includes eight line/four instrument inputs with high and low impedance options. Using 25-pin D-type connectors, this preamp is easy to interface with Pro Tools HD rigs, as well as many other recording systems and mixing consoles. Get the best for less! Plug into an ISA 828.

Focusrite ISA 828 Microphone Preamp at a Glance:
  • A remarkable, affordable preamp
  • Line inputs, easy DAW integration
  • Variable impedance

A remarkable, affordable preamp
The ISA 828 features eight original ISA transformer-based pre amps in a single robust 2U chassis, and offers the Focusrite signature sound at the lowest cost per channel to date. The eight ISA-series transformer-based microphone pre amps feature exactly the same vintage microphone pre-amplifier design as the original ISA110 module from Focusrite's critically acclaimed Forte console (including the original Lundahl L1538 transformer).

Line inputs, easy DAW integration
The pre-amps are complemented by eight line inputs, four instrument inputs. Thanks to its convenient 25 pin D-Type connectors, the ISA 828 also integrates quickly and seamlessly with ProTools HD, as well as other popular hard disk recorders and mixing desks.

Variable impedance
The microphone input stage includes a variable impedance circuit, allowing the user to switch between four carefully selected input impedance settings. The original ISA 110 setting is supplemented by three further impedance settings to perfectly match/creatively mismatch the pre amp with any microphone collection. The four front panel instrument inputs also feature high and low impedance options to provide a comprehensive and accessible DI solution. Insert switches are also featured on every channel, should the need arise to place extra processing between the pre amp and converter. Vintage design high-pass filters are also provided on every channel.

Focusrite ISA 828 Microphone Preamp Features:
  • Eight original Focusrite ISA transformer-based pre amps in a single 2U space
  • Works seamlessly with ProTools, as well as other hard disc recorders and mixing consoles
  • Switchable input impedance (four settings per channel) provides a range of response flavors.
  • Eight line inputs with four front panel instrument inputs featuring high impedance options
  • Switchable Insert points on every channel
  • Vintage design high pass filters on every channel eliminate unwanted low frequencies without effecting the rest of the audio signal
  • Six LED Input meters on all eight channels provide clear input metering independent of the DAW
  • Sturdy 2U chassis


The Focusrite ISA 828 gives you signature Focusrite performance and a great value!

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Brad Lyons
I have always been a BIG fan of Focusrite having owned many of their products over the years. The ISA 828 is certainly one of my favorite pieces of gear in my Pro Tools HD studio and takes center stage for my drum tracks. I have this patched in as inserts into my 192I/O if I need a little more punch via the line inputs. The optional A/D card makes this great value an even better one by giving you PRO quality analog-to-digital converters into your DAW. As I said I've always been a big fan of Focusrite, the ISA 828 just re-affirms that all over again. I might even get a second one.
Carson McClain
A true industry standard in professional studio recording.

Straight up quality

by Peavey5150 from Calgary, AB, Canada
May 1, 2009
Music Background: Pro Musician/Intermediate Engineer
It's one thing to have 8 channels of preamps in two rack spaces, it's another to have 'pro' Focusrite gear in those same spaces at a reasonable cost. My Isa 828 gets used mainly for drums (sounds very... read more [+] solid), but with the flexibility it offers in inputs, gains, and resistances on input signal, it can adapt well to almost any task. Worth every cent. close [-]

A Great Solution for Recording Drums the Right Way

by D.J. from Canada
May 22, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Producer, Studio Owner
I was in need of 8 solid pres to raise the bar in recording quality sounding drums. Obviously, you need great drums and a great drummer for quality drums, but great mics and a great set of pres sure h... read more [+]elp. These pres sound very clean, warm, and transparent. The variable impedence settings allow so much flexibility in maximizing a mics positive characteristics. You would be searching for a long time and to no avail if you were looking for 8 channels that sound as good as these and that cost the same amount. I have a Great River ME-1NV, which is my go-to mic pre, but sometimes I find I need a cleaner sound, which always makes me smile that I have my ISA828.

Make your drums and your drummer smile. Get an ISA 828...unless of course you have tones of cash...like $4000 or more, because that's what it will cost you to find 8 channels that are better than the 828's. close [-]

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