Native Instruments AUDIO 8 DJ

Native Instruments AUDIO 8 DJ

DJs Delight

AUDIO 8 DJ is the powerhouse audio interface designed entirely for DJs. Supreme sound quality, 8-in / 8-out connectivity, and rock-solid build make this award-winning interface at home in the studio or the club. This hardware is destined to be the beating heart of your DJ set-up. The AUDIO 8 DJ provides a professional level interface for DJs who are serious about sound.

Make the Connection

This powerhouse interface has unrivalled potential for connectivity – eight inputs, eight outputs, MIDI I/O, 1/4" headphone jack and status LEDs for full visual control. Connect up to four hi-gain stereo outputs from your DJ performance software to your external mixer. Use the four stereo inputs to connect turntables, CD players, effects and more.

Class Act

Super high-end Cirrus-Logic™ AD/DA converters guarantee a sound quality that will impress even the most discerning audiophiles. Ultra low latency drivers along with hi-gain output levels providing up to 9,7 dBu on all channels affirm the AUDIO 8’s professional credentials. The uncompromising sound quality is bound to enthuse you and your audience.

Included Software:

AUDIO 8 DJ comes with a powerful selection of software to get you mixing and making music straight out of the box. The included software consists of the products below...

TRAKTOR LE

TRAKTOR LE makes it easy to mix your digital music files on Mac or PC. This convenient DJ software offers two playback decks, a 2-channel mixer, and a host of forward-thinking features and effects.

TRAKTOR PRO Demo Version

Try out Native Instruments' latest professional DJ software: TRAKTOR PRO sets the standard for power, reliability, and creativity in DJing. Mix digital files on 4 decks, using the high quality internal mixer or external hardware, and over 20 unbelievable effects.

Top Hardware Features

* Professional 24-bit/96 kHz audio interface with ultra-high quality Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters

* Eight 9.7 dBu outputs (RCA)

* Eight 12 dBu inputs switchable between line and phono

* High-power 1/4" headphone output with dedicated level control

* Low latency ASIO™/Core Audio™/DirectSound™ driver
* USB 2.0 bus powered

* 20 status LEDs for instant visual monitoring of entire signal chain

* Ultra-compact footprint

* Built tough with sturdy metal enclosure and heavy-duty components

Comprehensive Connectivity

AUDIO 8 DJ combines generous connectivity with brilliant audio quality in one sturdy, mobile design.

Setup Example 1 - MIDI setup

This setup shows the AUDIO 8 DJ used with a MIDI controller and external mixer to control the software.

Setup Example 2 - Two Decks

This is the classic DJ setup: A computer running TRAKTOR SCRATCH is connected to the AUDIO 8 DJ via USB. Two vinyl decks are connected to the AUDIO 8 DJ and to an external DJ mixer. The decks can be switched from controlling software to playing records via the Input Mode switch on the AUDIO 8 DJ.

Setup Example 3 - Four Decks Setup

In this set-up the computer running TRAKTOR SCRATCH is connected to the AUDIO 8 DJ via USB. The ouputs of the AUDIO 8 DJ are connected to the channel inputs of the mixer. The two vinyl and two CD decks are connected to the inputs of the AUDIO 8 DJ and to the mixer and can be switched between controling TRAKTOR and playing records and CDs. A microphone is connected to the Mic in of the AUDIO 8 DJ.

The most important features at a glance

* Professional 96 kHz, 24 Bit Audio Interface. Ultra high quality Cirrus Logic™ AD/DA converters
* Aluminium cased, super-robust, mobile design (slim size) specifically for DJs
* 8 hi-gain outputs (RCA)
* 8 inputs (RCA), 2 optional phono preamps with high impedance input mode
* 1 alternative microphone input with input gain control and input level meter (XLR)
* Headphone output with visual level control
* Low latency ASIO™ / CORE Audio™ / DirectSound™ driver
* USB 2.0 bus powered
* MIDI I/O
* Over 20 individual channel status LEDs for instant status monitoring and signal chain error detection
* Compatible with any digital to analog DJ set up, such as TRAKTOR PRO
* Includes TRAKTOR LE

Compatibility, System Requirements, Hardware Specifications

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Windows® XP (SP2, 32 Bit) or Windows Vista® (SP1, 32/64 Bit) or Windows® 7 (32/64 Bit), Pentium® IV or Athlon 1.4 GHz (SSE1), 1 GB RAM
Mac OS® X 10.5 or Mac OS® X 10.6 (32 Bit), G4 1.4 GHz or Intel® Core™ Duo 1.66 GHz, 1 GB RAM

Monitor with 1024 x 768 screen resolution, USB 2.0, DVD drive

DIMENSIONS

1.7"(45 mm) x 6.8" (174 mm) x 4"(103 mm)
Weight: 1.8lb (825 grams)

SUPPORTED DRIVERS

ASIO™, Core Audio™, DirectSound®

MIDI Interface

1 Input, 1 Output

POWER SUPPLY

Power Supply Via USB 2.0 interface, 5V 500mA bus power. No additional power supply or battery is needed.

HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS Input (A/D) Output (D/A)
Channels 8 8
Sampling Rate 44.1, 48, 96 KHz 44.1, 48, 96 kHz
Bit Resolution 24 24
Converter Cirrus Logic Cirrus Logic

INPUT SPECIFICATIONS Line Microphone Phono
Cross Talk -87 dBu -87 dBu -87 dBu
Impedance TBA Balanced TBA Balanced TBA
Full Scale Level (max. gain) 11.9 dBu -40 dBu -23,5 @ 100Hz
THD + N 0.007 % 0.007 % 0.062 %
SNR 101 dB (A-weighted) 100 dB >91 dB (A-weighted)
Frequency Response 10 - 40kHz ±0.5 dB 10 - 40kHz ±0.5 dB 10 - 40kHz ±0.5 dB

OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS Line Headphone
Cross Talk 87 dBu 87 dBu
Impedance 82 Ohm Unbalanced 8...600 Ohm (load)
Maximum Output Level 9,7 dBu 1,7 Veff@100 Ohms,9.3 dBu (unloaded)
SNR 100 dB (A-weighted) 95 dBu (A-weighted)
THD + N 0.007 % 0.012 %
Frequency Response 10 - 40kHz ±0.5 dB 10 - 40kHz ±0.5 dB

Native Instruments now boasts a strong range of audio interfaces made specifically for DJs. This table helps you identify the similarities and differerences between the AUDIO 2 DJ, AUDIO 4 DJ and the AUDIO 8 DJ.

AUDIO 2 DJ AUDIO 4 DJ AUDIO 8 DJ
SUMMARY
Channels 4 Channels 4 Channels 8 Channels
Max. audio resolution* 24 bit / 96 KHz 24 bit / 96 KHz 24 bit / 96 KHz
Converters Cirrus Logic ® Cirrus Logic ® Cirrus Logic ®
Build quality Ultra-compact, lightweight Robust aluminium Robust aluminium
CHANNELS
Stereo inputs - 2 4
Stereo outputs 2 2 4
High-quality phono preamps - 2 2
Additional headphone output No** Yes Yes
Max.# of decks sendable to external mixer (individually) 2 2 4
Max.# of decks when mixing internally in TRAKTOR 4 4 4

Mic Input No No Yes
MIDI I/O No No Yes
Number of status LEDs (visual control of signal chain) 2 8 >20
Ultra-low latency drivers Yes Yes Yes
ASIO™ / Core Audio™ / DirectSound® support Yes Yes Yes
Integrates with all DJ / audio / performance software? Yes Yes Yes
External power supply required? No (USB-powered) No (USB-powered) No (USB-powered)

TIMECODE CONTROL
Timecode control with TRAKTOR SCRATCH?*** No Yes Yes
Interface included in digital vinyl system? No TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO

Dimensions (height x width x depth) 26 x 60 x 91 mm 45 x 121 x 103 mm 43 x 174 x 103 mm
Weight 84g 511g 825g

* Other sampling rates available are 44.1 KHz, 48 KHz, 88.2 KHz
** 2nd output can be used for headphones
*** Vinyl / CD control is only possible via purchasing a TRAKTOR SCRATCH product (full version, update, crossgrade or upgrade kit). Each one of those products contains a TRAKTOR SCRATCH licence, necessary to enable DVS functionality. It is NOT possible to get DVS functionality by owning TRAKTOR and purchasing an audio interface such as the AUDIO 8 DJ or AUDIO 4 DJ.