Heritage Audio OST-8 ADAT
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Heritage Audio
OST-8 ADAT
Product Info
Article Number:
545491
Brand:
Heritage Audio
Model:
OST-8 ADAT
Category:
500 Series Components
Price:
$1,197.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The OST-8 ADAT is a seriously solid foundation for a 500 series rack. It's a fantastic solution for engineers and producers wanting a compact, high-quality front-end for tracking or processing – especially those already invested in the 500 format. Just be mindful of the size and the external power brick.
Product Description
- Heritage Audio OST-8 ADAT
- Empty housing
- For up to eight 500 modules
- 8-Channel AD-converter 24-bit / 192 kHz
- On Slot technology (power regulation for each individual slot)
- Link function (each channel can be linked to the next channel at the push of a button)
- 400 mA power supply per module
- Phantom power (140 mA max. total requirement)
- Independent status LEDs per slot
- 8 XLR inputs
- 2 Sub-D25 inputs
- 8 XLR outputs
- 1 Sub-D25 output
- 2 ADAT outputs (SMUX)
- Word clock input and output: BNC
- Sheet steel housing with aluminium front panel
- Construction: 19" / 3U
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 482 x 134 x 200 mm
- Weight: 4.7 kg
- Includes external power supply unit
PROS
- • Robust sheet steel chassis ensures excellent durability for studio use.
- • On Slot technology provides clean, stable power to each 500 module.
- • Sub-D25 connectivity offers flexible routing options for complex setups.
- • ADAT outputs with SMUX allow for higher sample rates than standard ADAT.
CONS
- • Limited to 500 series modules, restricting format choices.
- • The physical size (3U) might be a constraint in smaller studios.
- • Power supply is external, adding to cable clutter and potential noise.
Product Video
Key Features
Module Type
500 Series
Channels
8
Controls
Status LEDs per slot, Link function, Word clock I/O
Compatible Format
ADAT (SMUX), Word Clock
Weight
4.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Linking channels essentially chains their processing; adjustments to one are mirrored on the next, great for subtle stereo widening or consistent gain staging.
400mA is ample for most common modules, but demanding preamps or EQs might need careful selection to avoid clipping or instability.
The steel chassis and aluminum front panel feel very well-built, a step above some of the lighter-duty plastic options you see; it's a pro-level build.
