24Ai Audio Interface vs 848
The 24Ai Audio Interface costs about $400 more than the 848 and buys you DB25 and RJ45 (Ethernet).
MOTU
848| Spec | 24Ai Audio Interface | 848 |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 6.0 lbs | 4.0 lbs |
| Power draw | 25W | 18W |
| Depth | 229 mm | 178 mm |
| I/O count | 9 | 11 |
| Price | ~$1,995 | ~$1,595 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
24Ai Audio Interface
- DB25
- RJ45 (Ethernet)
- USB-C
- BNC
848
- Combo XLR/TRS
- TRS 1/4"
- TOSLINK (Optical)
- Thunderbolt
- etherCON
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.