The Focusrite RedNet MP8R is an 8-channel remote-controlled microphone preamplifier and A-D converter for Dante audio-over-IP networks. Built for live sound, broadcast, and recording environments where reliability is critical, it features dual power supplies and dual etherCON network ports with automatic failover in a rugged 1U rackmount chassis.

Preamp Control and Digital Splits

Each of the eight preamps provides 10dB to 65dB of gain in 1dB steps, with switchable input impedance (2.4k ohm or 10k ohm) for flexibility when running multiple preamps in parallel on the same microphone. All eight channels include a gain-compensated auxiliary output for digital splits, delivering a constant level regardless of preamp gain changes. Controls include per-channel phantom power, 20dB pad, high-pass filter, and polarity inversion, all accessible remotely via RedNet Control, Pro Tools, MIDI, or compatible Yamaha CL/QL series consoles.

Connectivity

• 8 x female XLR mic inputs
• 16 Dante output channels (8 direct + 8 gain-compensated split outputs)
• 2 x etherCON Dante ports (redundant or switched mode, compatible with standard RJ45)
• 2 x IEC power inlets with retaining clips (dual redundant PSUs)

Specifications

• Gain range: 10dB to 65dB in 1dB steps
• Input impedance: 2.4k ohm or 10k ohm (switchable)
• Max input level: +29dBu (minimum gain with 20dB pad)
• EIN: -129dBu (A-weighted, typical)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 118dB (A-weighted, typical)
• THD+N: -98dB (0.0012%) at -1dBFS
• Frequency response: 20Hz to 40kHz, +/-0.1dB
• Phantom power: +48V, per channel
• Pad: -20dB, per channel
• High-pass filter: -6dB at 65Hz, 12dB/octave, per channel
• Sample rates: 44.1 to 192kHz at 24-bit
• Remote control: RedNet Control, Pro Tools, MIDI, Yamaha CL/QL
• Form factor: 1U rackmount