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Roland OCTA-CAPTURE Overview

Roland OCTA-CAPTURE Overview

Roland

Description

Combining ten inputs, ten outputs, and eight VS PREAMPS with transparent 24-bit/192 kHz audio quality, the Roland OCTA-CAPTURE sets a new standard for portable USB 2.0 audio interfaces. High-level audio production is made possible with this fusion of premium components, Roland-quality engineering, and proprietary preamp and streaming technology. OCTA-CAPTURE is not only a great interface for multi-channel computer-based production, but also a perfect solution for expanding the I/O capability of the V-STUDIO 700 and V-STUDIO 100.

Eight Premium Mic Preamps
OCTA-CAPTURE boasts eight premium-grade digitally controlled mic preamps (VS PREAMPS), built with the same high-grade components as the preamps in the V-STUDIO 700 and M-400 V-Mixer. Eight XLR inputs are provided for the preamps, plus independent phantom power, low-cut filter, phase invert, and digital compression for each channel.

Auto Input Level Adjustment
Simply activate the AUTO-SENS feature with the push of a button, play your connected instruments, and OCTA-CAPTURE automatically sets the ideal recording level for each input. It's great for quick, fail-safe audio capture when recording either a fully mic'd drum kit or an entire band.

Extreme Low-Latency Driver
OCTA-CAPTURE offers stability and industry-leading low-latency USB performance via Roland's proprietary VS STREAMING technology. All current Mac and PC DAW platforms are supported through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers. Thanks to VS STREAMING, you can use multiple devices (two OCTA-CAPTURE units or one OCTA-CAPTURE plus a V-STUDIO 100 or V-STUDIO 700) on the same USB bus without compromising stability, performance, or audio quality.

Four Flexible Monitor Mixes
OCTA-CAPTURE offers four independent Direct Mixers for creating software-controlled monitor mixes. Each mix can be routed to any of the analog outputs and can take advantage of the internal 40-bit DSP processing - perfect for sending custom monitor mixes to headphones, speakers, or recording devices.
Roland Octa-Capture 10X10 USB Audio Interface
Roland Octa-Capture 10X10 USB Audio Interface
Roland Octa-Capture 10X10 USB Audio Interface

Features

  • Eight premium mic preamps built in (VS PREAMP)
  • AUTO-SENS function intelligently sets optimal input levels for all preamps
  • Extremely stable low-latency VS STREAMING driver
  • Four independent software-controlled Direct Mixers for creating custom monitor mixes
  • Supports all major DAW platforms on Mac or PC, including OSX 10.6 and Windows 7, through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers
  • Rackmount ears included
  • Bundled with Cakewalk Production Plus Pack

Specs

Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels
  • :
  • 44.1/48/96 kHz
  • Record: 12 channels
  • Playback: 10 channels
  • 192 kHz
  • Record: 4 channels
  • Playback: 4 channels
Signal Processing
  • :
  • PC interface
  • 24 bits
  • AD/DA Conversion
  • 24 bits
  • Internal
  • 40 bits
Sampling Frequency
  • :
  • AD/DA Conversion
  • 44.1/48/96/192 kHz
  • DIGITAL (IN/OUT)
  • 44.1/48/96 kHz
Nominal Input Level
  • :
  • Input Jack 1”6 (XLR type)
  • -56 to -6 dBu
  • Input Jack 7”8 (XLR type)
  • -50 to +0 dBu
  • Input Jack 1”8 (1/4 inch TRS phone type)
  • -46 to +4 dBu
Nominal Output Level
  • :
  • OUTPUT 1”8
  • +0 dBu (balanced)
Head Room
  • :
  • 16 dB
Input Impedance
  • :
  • Input Jack 1”6 (XLR type)
  • 5 k ohms (balanced)
  • Input Jack 7”8 (XLR type)
  • 10 k ohms (balanced)
  • Input Jack 1”8 (1/4 inch TRS phone type)
  • 17 k ohms (balanced)
Output Impedance
  • :
  • OUTPUT 1”8
  • 1.8 k ohms (balanced)
  • PHONES
  • 47 ohms
Frequency Response
  • :
  • 192.0 kHz
  • 20 Hz to 90 kHz (+0/-8 dB)
  • 20 Hz to 60 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
  • 96.0 kHz
  • 20 Hz to 40 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
  • 48.0 kHz
  • 20 Hz to 22 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
  • 44.1 kHz
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/-2 dB)
Residual Noise Level
  • :
  • MAIN OUT
  • -87 dBu typ. (GAIN:min., INPUT 1 ” 2 terminated with 600 ohms , IHF-A)
  • * Internal Direct Monitor Mixer setting
  • Stereo Link: ON, Input channel fader: Unity
Dynamic Range
  • :
  • AD block
  • INPUT 1”8: 104 dB typ. (GAIN: min.)
  • DA block
  • OUTPUT 1”8: 113 dB typ.
Display
  • :
  • 128 x 64 dots Graphic LCD (backlit LCD)
Connectors
  • :
  • Input Jacks 1”8 (XLR type / 1/4 inch TRS phone type)
  • XLR type (balanced / phantom power +48 V)
  • 1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced)
  • Coaxial Input Connector
  • Coaxial Output Connector
  • Headphones Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
  • Output Jack 1”8 (1/4 inch TRS phone type (balanced))
  • MIDI Connectors (In, Out)
  • USB Connector
Others
  • :
  • Power Supply
  • DC 9 V (AC adaptor)
  • Current Draw
  • 1.45 A
  • Accessories
  • Rack Mount Angle x 2
  • Owner's Manual
  • Cakewalk Production Plus Pack DVD-ROM
  • Driver CD-ROM
  • AC Adaptor
  • USB cable
Size and Weight
  • :
  • Width
  • 284 mm
  • 11-3/16 inches
  • Depth
  • 158 mm
  • 6-1/4 inches
  • Height
  • 50 mm
  • 2 inches
  • Weight
  • 1.3 kg
  • 2 lbs. 15 oz.

Reviews

5

2 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  • Roland. Believe the hype. This is pro equipment.

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMike

    fromLA, CA

    Roland just works. Quite amazing low latency performance. Super easy and fast driver and mixer application. Crystal clear playback. Auto sens function is the cherry on top. Ignore the age, its phenomenal with latest Windows 10.

  • Wow

    5

    submitted13 years ago

    byGreg Simon

    fromSan Francisco, CA

    I replaced a Edirol/Roland FA-101 (Firewire 10x10) with this box. Great decision! This box is built like a tank (all metal), and fairly easy to use. It's great having a volume knob for the monitor speakers *and* the phones, which was missing on most previous models. The digital patch bay and 4 mix profiles mean you can route the audio any way you like.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byMark

    fromPA

    Are the drivers updated to work with Windows 10?

    Open Reply - Charles
    This is compatible with Windows 10.
    Open Reply - Charles
    This is compatible with Windows 10.
  • asked byChris

    fromLos Angeles

    Does this work with protools?

    Open Reply - Charles
    This works with Pro Tools.
    Open Reply - Charles
    This works with Pro Tools.