Grace Design m908 Multichannel Reference Monitor Controller
Description
The Grace Design m908 Monitor Controller is a multi-channel monitor controller capable of handling everything from mono playback devices to full-on 22.2 surround sound stages. Equipped with cutting-edge AD and DA converters, next-generation s-Lock pll technology, and powerful DSP processors, the M908 delivers stunning sound with imperceivable latency.
Designed for audio professionals working in surround sound and immersive formats, the Grace Design m908 Monitor Controller offers top-of-the-line conversion, clocking, and monitoring. The m908 utilizes powerful DSP processing to achieve high-resolution volume control, advanced bass management, easily-calibrated channel delay, and comprehensive dowmixing functionality.
Monitor up to 24 channels of audio for immersive surround sound formats such as ATMOS, DTS:X and Auro 3D. Capable of managing playback systems from AM radio through next-gem Dolby theaters, the m908 has you covered with support for playback systems from mono through 22.2 surround.
The Grace Design m908 features inputs for up to 16 channels via ADAT or up to 24 channels via USB. Additional AES3, S/PDIF, and TOSLINK stereo inputs are included for added flexibility. Use the m908 to monitor massive systems with 16 analog outputs, and support for up to 24 channels of AES3 I/O.
Perfect for working with large sessions over long distances, the m908 supports optional Dante or DigiLink modules with up to 24 additional inputs and outputs. The m908 also supports optional ADC modules with 8 or 16 additional inputs.
Featuring a discrete 2U Audio Control Unit with an external 1U, ½ rack dual redundant linear power supply, and an ergonomic LCD/LED desktop monitor controller—the m908 looks just as good as it sounds. Equipped with a built in SPL meter, pink noise source you’ll never have to second guess your levels again. The on-board reference quality headphone amplifier and flexible talkback system make the m908 remote control more than just a monitor controller — it’s your new studio centerpiece.
Key Features:
• Standard digital inputs include: 24 channel AES3 digital, 16 channel ADAT Lightpipe, USB 24 channel inputs, AES3, S/PDIF, and TOSLINK stereo inputs
• Analog inputs are optional: 8 channel ADC module for 8 or 16 channel analog inputs – these modules are sold separately
• Standard outputs include: 24 channel AES3 digital out, 16 channel analog balanced out, 24 channels USB2 out
• Optional Dante™, DigiLink™, Ravenna / AES67 / st2110 modules for an additional 32 channels of I/O
• 4th generation s-Lock pll clocking system for vanishingly low jitter
• High resolution volume control
• Complete bass management capability
• 12 bands of parametric room correction EQ on every channel / variable numbers of bands per channel, 288 bands
• 64-bit fixed-point filters for room correction and bass management
• Channel level and delay calibration
• Comprehensive downmix control
• Built in real time SPL meter
• Powerful and intuitive remote control unit for access to all system controls and calibration
• Dual redundant external power supply
• Reference quality headphone amplifier with cross-feed
• Flexible talkback system with built-in mic on remote control and mic input for external talkback mics
• Up to 8 stereo CUE paths
• 4 General Purpose Input and Output pins for interfacing to external systems
Available with the following optional ad-ons:
• m908 with 8 or 16 Channels of analogue inputs
• m908 with 8 or 16 Channels of analogue inputs and Dante network card
• m908 with 8 or 16 Channels of analogue inputs and Digilink card for Avid Pro Tools HD Systems
• m908 with 8 or 16 Channels of analogue inputs and Ravenna network card
• m908 with Dante Card installed
• m908 with Digilink Card installed
• m908 with Ravenna Card installed