The 88M, Neve’s first-ever dual mic preamp and audio interface, was released today.
The AMS Neve 88M is the first digital audio interface to bear the iconic Neve moniker and uses the same transformer-balanced technology as the flagship Neve 88RS large-format console, including two mic preamps and USB connectivity.
According to Neve’s press release, the 88M has been constructed to resolve the issue of high-quality, and high-end gear being bought and used in conjunction with low-quality audio interfaces. The aim is to introduce non-professionals to the “elite group of audio professionals”, Neve states.
Chief Analogue Designer Robin Porter has commented on the device: “During the development of the 88R, the significance of a precise and clinical preamp was not understated… We’ve developed the 88M as a faithful Reproduction of the 88R preamp. It houses the same characteristics, enabling home studios and upcoming engineers to experience the clear and pristine sound quality found in the 88R”.
