Cranborne Audio 500R8 8-slot 500 Series & Chassis USB Audio Interface

Cranborne Audio 500R8 8-slot 500 Series & Chassis USB Audio Interface

A complete hybrid recording studio combining an 8-slot 500 Series chassis, 28x30 USB audio interface, analogue summing and professional monitor control.

The Ultimate Hybrid Studio in a Rack

The Cranborne Audio 500R8 is more than a 500 Series chassis—it's the heart of a modern hybrid studio. Combining an 8-slot 500 Series rack, a 28-in/30-out USB audio interface, analogue summing mixer, monitor controller and zero-latency cue mixer into one unit, the 500R8 streamlines recording, mixing and monitoring without compromise. Whether you're tracking through boutique 500 Series preamps, mixing through analogue processors or expanding your studio around premium conversion, the 500R8 adapts to your workflow.

28x30 Professional USB Audio Interface

At its core, the 500R8 is a high-performance USB audio interface for Mac and Windows. With 28 inputs and 30 outputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI and Word Clock connectivity, it integrates seamlessly into professional recording environments while providing enough I/O for even the most demanding hybrid studios.

Build Your Perfect Analogue Front End

Load the 500R8 with up to eight of your favourite 500 Series modules to create a completely customised recording system. Choose vintage microphone preamps for drums, transparent preamps for vocals, analogue EQs, compressors or saturation processors—all routed directly into your DAW through premium A/D conversion.

Each slot features dedicated source selection, insert points and bypass switching, giving you complete routing flexibility without constant re-patching.

Integrated Analogue Summing

Bring depth, headroom and analogue character back into your mixes. The built-in 8x2 analogue summing mixer allows you to route stems through your favourite 500 Series processors before combining them into a rich stereo mix. Expand your summing capabilities even further by linking a Cranborne 500ADAT for 16-channel analogue summing.

Professional Monitor Controller

Control your monitoring system directly from the front panel. Switch between two sets of studio monitors, engage mono, mute or dim, activate talkback and monitor levels using the high-resolution 28-segment LED meter—all without requiring a separate monitor controller.

Zero-Latency Artist Monitoring

Create professional headphone mixes without relying on software monitoring. The integrated analogue cue mixer allows performers to hear live inputs blended with DAW playback at virtually zero latency, making recording sessions smoother and more enjoyable.

Two independent auxiliary buses and dedicated headphone controls make creating personalised cue mixes fast and intuitive.

Reference-Grade Headphone Amplifiers

Drive everything from in-ear monitors to demanding studio headphones with confidence. The two built-in reference-grade headphone amplifiers deliver exceptional clarity, ultra-low distortion and ample power for critical monitoring during recording and mixing sessions.

Premium Conversion & Clocking

The 500R8 features world-class A/D and D/A conversion with outstanding dynamic range, ultra-low distortion and an exceptionally stable master clock.

With up to 121dB dynamic range and less than 0.5 picoseconds of clock jitter, every recording maintains exceptional detail, stereo imaging and transparency.

C.A.S.T. Audio Distribution

Simplify your studio wiring with Cranborne Audio's innovative C.A.S.T. (Cat 5 Analogue Signal Transport) system. Route balanced analogue audio over standard Cat 5e, Cat 6 or Cat 7 Ethernet cable, dramatically reducing cable clutter while making remote recording spaces and live rooms easier to connect.

Built to Grow with Your Studio

The 500R8 is designed as the centrepiece of a scalable recording system. Expand your 500 Series capacity by connecting a Cranborne 500ADAT via ADAT, integrate external rack processors using dedicated insert points and customise every stage of your analogue workflow as your studio evolves.

Key Features

• 28-in / 30-out USB 2.0 audio interface
• High-current 8-slot 500 Series chassis
• Integrated 8x2 analogue summing mixer
• Professional monitor controller with talkback
• Zero-latency analogue cue mixer
• Two reference-grade headphone amplifiers
• Premium A/D and D/A conversion
• Up to 121dB dynamic range
• Ultra-low jitter master clock
• ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI and Word Clock I/O
• C.A.S.T. analogue audio distribution
• Per-slot insert points, source selection and bypass switching
• Expandable with the Cranborne Audio 500ADAT
• Designed and engineered in the UK

The Cranborne Audio 500R8 combines premium conversion, modular analogue processing and professional studio monitoring into one powerful centrepiece, making it one of the most flexible hybrid recording systems available.

Please allow 7–10 days for delivery.

STL Pro Audio is the exclusive distributor for Cranborne Audio in New Zealand.