{"product_id":"heritage-audio-super-8-eight-channel-mic-preamp-adc","title":"Heritage Audio Super 8 Eight Channel Class A Mic Preamp and ADC","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- Video Section with Keyword Title --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px auto 10px auto; text-align: center; max-width: 800px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eHeritage Audio Super 8 Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 800px; height: 450px; display: block; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 8px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2FbXYPZsIvI?si=KzcXRdW2ms8SqopG\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 1 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Heritage Audio Super 8 eight channel Class A mic preamp ADC\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/4031\/9643\/files\/Heritage_Audio_Super_8_scaled_right_view.png?v=1771378078\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEight Channels of 73-Style Class A Preamplification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting one excellent 73-style preamp into a signal chain is an achievement. Getting eight of them — along with premium 24-bit\/192kHz analog-to-digital conversion — into a single 2U rack unit is something else entirely. The Heritage Audio Super 8 uses Heritage's three-stage, fully Class A 73-style preamp design on all eight channels, each equipped with exclusively custom-designed Carnhill transformers on both input and output, tantalum and Styroflex capacitors, and greater than 80 dB of gain in stepped 5 dB increments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an equivalent input noise of less than -125 dBu and THD below 0.025% at 1 kHz, the Super 8 is remarkably quiet for a transformer-coupled Class A design of this pedigree. Maximum output exceeds +26.5 dBu into 600 Ω with an output impedance below 75 Ω transformer-balanced and floating. Whether you're tracking drums, overdubs, or a full live session, the Super 8 gives every channel the same treatment a standalone Neve module would receive — all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-section reverse\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Heritage Audio Super 8 JFET DI lo-Z sweepable lo-cut channels 1 2\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/4031\/9643\/files\/Heritage_Audio_Super_8_top_view.png?v=1771378082\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePer-Channel Pro Features With JFET DI on Channels 1 and 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery channel on the Super 8 includes switchable +48V phantom power, a Line button for line-level signals, a Phase button for polarity reversal, a -20 dB pad, and a Lo-Cut high-pass filter at 80 Hz. Channels 1 and 2 go further with a JFET direct input (greater than 2 MΩ input impedance), a Lo-Z button to switch mic input impedance between 1,200 Ω and 300 Ω for passive ribbon compatibility, and a fully sweepable Lo-Cut filter for precise low-frequency control on individual sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe per-channel switchable converter path adds a layer of workflow flexibility unavailable in most preamp-converter combinations. You can route the preamplified signal directly to the ADC, or switch to an alternate input source per channel — send a preamplified signal out to an external processor, then return it to the Super 8 for conversion. This transforms the Super 8 into a flexible front end that can accommodate outboard gear in the conversion chain without additional routing hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Heritage Audio Super 8 ADAT AES EBU SPDIF word clock digital outputs\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/4031\/9643\/files\/Heritage_Audio_Super_8_front_view.png?v=1771378069\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"par-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium 24-Bit\/192kHz ADC With Three Digital Output Formats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Super 8's built-in analog-to-digital converter delivers 24-bit resolution at selectable sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz including 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz. All three industry-standard digital output formats are available simultaneously: two ADAT optical ports (TOSLINK) with S\/MUX support, AES\/EBU via 9-pin breakout cable, and S\/PDIF via 9-pin breakout cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 44.1 or 48 kHz, both ADAT ports carry all eight channels — Port 1 carries channels 1 through 8 and Port 2 mirrors them. At 88.2 or 96 kHz in S\/MUX mode, Port 1 carries channels 1 through 4 and Port 2 carries channels 5 through 8. A BNC word clock input and output enables the Super 8 to operate as master or slave to any other word clock device in your studio. As an authorized dealer, Pro Audio Reserve ensures you receive a genuine Heritage Audio product backed by full manufacturer warranty and long-term support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight 3-stage Class A 73-style preamps in a 2U rackmount chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusively custom-designed Carnhill input and output transformers on all channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTantalum and Styroflex capacitors for authentic vintage British character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater than 80 dB of gain (stepped 5 dB increments) per channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquivalent input noise: less than -125 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum output: greater than +26.5 dBu into 600 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD: less than 0.025% at 1 kHz, less than 0.05% at 100 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 8 channels: +48V phantom, Line, Phase, -20 dB pad, 80 Hz Lo-Cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannels 1 \u0026amp; 2: JFET DI (\u0026gt;2 MΩ), Lo-Z switch (1,200\/300 Ω), sweepable Lo-Cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium 24-bit\/192kHz ADC with per-channel switchable converter path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADAT x2 (TOSLINK, S\/MUX), AES\/EBU and S\/PDIF (9-pin breakout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBNC word clock in and out (master or slave operation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput impedance: less than 75 Ω (transformer balanced and floating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput stage noise: less than -100 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage Audio Super 8 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc; width: 35%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e3-stage Class A, 73-style solid state\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransformers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eCarnhill custom-designed input and output (all channels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSlightly greater than 80 dB (stepped 5 dB increments)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent Input Noise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eLess than -125 dBu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Stage Noise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eLess than -100 dBu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e2U\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e19\" x 3.5\" x 11.02\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e20.83 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eSpain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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