828es Audio Interface vs M2 Audio Interface
The 828es Audio Interface costs about $899 more than the M2 Audio Interface and buys you BNC and IEC C14. It also costs you 1 more rack unit. Budget 20W more on the circuit.
| Spec | 828es Audio Interface | M2 Audio Interface |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | — |
| Weight | 5.5 lbs | 1.2 lbs |
| Power draw | 25W | 5W |
| Depth | 230 mm | 160 mm |
| I/O count | 8 | 8 |
| Price | ~$1,099 | ~$200 |
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
828es Audio Interface
- BNC
- IEC C14
M2 Audio Interface
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
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 plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.