Burl Audio
Burl Audio B80 Mothership Digilink
Best pristine audio conversion for elite recording studios.
The Burl Audio B80 Mothership Digilink is a highly configurable 24-channel AD/DA converter system designed to bring analog warmth and musicality to digital recordings. It features a 4U chassis with 10 card slots that can accommodate various analog, AES/EBU, MADI, and BCLK cards, allowing for up to 80 analog channels. This particular configuration includes 3 BAD8 8-Channel A/D Converters, 3 BDA8 8-Channel D/A Converters, and a BP-300 Remote Power Supply, all connected via DigiLink for direct Pro Tools integration. The system utilizes Burl Audio's proprietary BX1 transformer on A/D channels and BOPA2 discrete op-amp on D/A channels, aiming to preserve the source's integrity without sterilizing it. It offers robust internal clocking and can be expanded with multiple units for larger channel counts.
$16193.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
88
/ 663
#88 in Audio Converters
Price vs Category Average
+271%
Above average
Chassis
4
/ U
Who it's for
- Professional audio engineers seeking premium, character-rich analog conversion.
- Studio owners requiring adaptable, future-proof I/O solutions for evolving projects.
- Audio professionals prioritizing long-term reliability and consistent performance from their gear.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious producers or home studio owners with limited financial resources.
- Engineers preferring pristine, uncolored signal paths over character-rich analog warmth.
- Beginners or those preferring plug-and-play simplicity in their audio interfaces.
Key Specs
Chassis
4U
Card Slots
10
Supported Cards
AD/DA, AES, MADI, BCLK
Analog Card Channels
2, 4, and 8
Digital Interconnect (BMB1)
2 DigiLink ports for 64 channel operation
Word Clock Outputs (BMB1)
2 BNC
Word Clock Input (BMB1)
1 BNC
Power Supply
BP-300 Remote Power Supply (250-watt continuous capability, +/- 24-volt rails)
Features
- Analog Class-A Circuitry
- Configurable Card-Based System
- Proprietary Transformers and Op-Amps
- High Bandwidth Backbone
- Integrated Master Clock
- Direct Pro Tools Integration
- High Power Supply
- Modular Design
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Burl B80 Mothership for its exceptional sound quality, often describing it as warm, detailed, and analog like. Users frequently highlight its robust build and reliable performance, making it a cornerstone in professional studios. The investment is seen as justified by the sonic improvements and long term stability it provides, elevating recording and mixing experiences significantly. This unit delivers a noticeable upgrade in clarity and depth, solidifying its reputation among top tier audio professionals.
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