Neumann MT 48 U

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Neumann MT 48 U

Neumann

MT 48 U

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Product Info

Article Number: 603005
Brand: Neumann
Model: MT 48 U
Price: $1,978.90

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The MT 48 U is a serious piece of kit for professional studios needing a flexible, high-resolution interface. Neumann's legendary preamp quality combined with the integrated DSP and routing capabilities make this a powerhouse for recording bands, post-production, or immersive audio projects – if you need top-tier performance and extensive control, this is a strong contender.

Product Description

  • Neumann MT 48 U
  • 12 x 16 USB 2.0 Audio Interface
  • Individually configurable monitoring controller (mono
  • stereo
  • surround and immersive audio)
  • Prepared for DANTE - optional Audinate licence is required for DANTE operation (not included)
  • Microphone preamplifier with 136 dB(A) dynamic range
  • Preamplification up to 78 dB
  • Integrated DSP for EQ and dynamics processing on each channel and reverb effect
  • Touchscreen with intuitive user interface
  • Fully-fledged digital mixing console
  • Dual Output Technology (pre-FX and post-FX recording simultaneously)
  • +48 V phantom power
  • AES67/RAVENNA compatible
  • Tripod mounting possible
  • thread on bottom side
  • Two mic/line inputs: Combo XLR/jack 6.3 mm
  • Two line inputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Two line outputs: XLR
  • Two line outputs: 6.3 mm jack
  • Two stereo headphone outputs
  • MIDI adapter input and output: 6.3 mm jack (suitable adapter: Art.#569910# - not included)
  • Ethernet
  • ADAT / SPDIF input and output optical
  • USB-C port for data transfer
  • USB-C connector for external power supply
  • Format: Desktop
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 200 x 128 x 40 mm
  • Weight: 1.58 kg
  • Includes soft case
  • USB-A and USB-C data cable and external power supply with USB-C connection
PROS
  • • Exceptional preamps deliver pristine clarity with impressive headroom.
  • • Integrated DSP offers powerful, real-time processing, reducing external hardware needs.
  • • Intuitive touchscreen interface streamlines workflow and simplifies complex routing.
  • • DANTE readiness provides future-proof flexibility for networked audio environments.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for smaller studios.
  • • DANTE functionality requires a separate, additional license purchase.
  • • Size and weight make portability challenging; designed for studio use.

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Key Features

Inputs 14 (2 mic/line combo, 12 line)
Outputs 6 (2 XLR, 2 TRS, 2 stereo headphone)
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz
Bit Depth 24-bit
Preamps 2 Neumann-engineered mic preamps
Weight 13.2 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The DSP is excellent for core processing – EQ, compression, reverb – but lacks the sheer depth and complexity of high-end, specialized hardware units.
Yes, the MT 48 U functions as a fully-fledged digital mixing console, allowing you to route and process audio signals from external sources.
While convenient, the pre/post-FX recording can introduce latency when processing, so careful monitoring and gain staging are essential.

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