Neumann MT 48 Audio Interface

The Neumann MT 48 Audio Interface is the reference audio interface that ensures best possible quality throughout the entire signal chain, from input to output.

Built in partnership with Merging Technologies and aimed at serious musicians, engineers, and producers, the Neumann MT 48 is a desktop 12x12 reference USB-C audio/MIDI interface that ensures pristine sound quality throughout your entire signal chain—from input to output—so you get the very best out of your Neumann microphones, monitors, and headphones, or any other mic.

With four times the resolution of similar interfaces, the MT 48’s high-precision AD converters deliver a staggering dynamic range of 136 dB-A, providing exceptional clarity and detail when recording with professional microphones. Two premium-quality mic/line preamps and two line/instrument inputs offer a remarkable 78 dB of gain, ideal for clean, ultralow-noise recording with condenser, tube, and dynamic microphones, or even low-output ribbons.

For ease of use and simpler workflow, the MT 48 features a high-resolution, color touchscreen with an intuitive user interface. No more switching between hardware and software—all settings are made on the device itself. The built-in digital mixing console offers four separate monitor mixes with integrated talkback. Onboard DSP includes a fully parametric 4-band EQ and a 3-way dynamics processor (gate/compressor/limiter) per channel as well as a high-quality reverb for inspiring monitor mixes. As a unique feature, the MT 48 offers Pre-FX and Post-FX recording, both at the same time. To accommodate larger setups, the interface can be expanded via ADAT / S/PDIF and AES67/RAVENNA, and also works as a bridge from USB to AES67. A MIDI interface is also integrated.

Neumann is pleased to announce that the MT 48 is now Dante Ready™! The MT 48 has seen overwhelming success in the
market and has established itself as a new benchmark for desktop audio interfaces – and beyond! Now it’s time to add even more capabilities and enter new markets. All units with serial numbers 10000 and up (sold after 12/12/24) are Dante Ready Natively. Units sold before this date will need a firmware update to unlock Dante Functionality.

The MT 48 Monitor Mission! - This is a Paid Software Upgrade. Contact us for details!
The Monitor Mission transforms the MT 48 into a freely configurable monitoring controller & multichannel audio interface. In addition to mono and stereo, the Monitor Mission can also handle surround formats such as 5.1 as well as highly sought-after immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos 7.1.4. This opens up a whole new field of applications, particularly in the mixing and mastering sector.

Neumann MT 48 Audio Interface Features

• Compatibility with more than 4000 Dante devices from 600 manufacturers
• New use cases e.g. in Live and installation markets
• MT 48 can become a hub and mixer in Dante networks
• Routing of Dante streams within MT 48
• USB Bridge for RAVENNA/AES67 and Dante streams, plus remote control
• Fully functional in standalone and class compliant operation
• Remote Control via App and Web Control support
• No additional cost for users who do not need Dante
• Unmatched AD-converter resolution with a dynamic range of 136 dB
• 2 premium-quality mic/line preamps, 2 pristine line/instrument inputs
• 4 line/monitor outputs
• 2 ultra-low impedance headphone outputs with adjustable crossfeed
• ADAT / S/PDIF optical I/O, AES67, MIDI/GPIO
• Two driver outputs per input channel for pre-FX and/or post-FX recording
• Intuitive touchscreen user interface

Neumann MT 48 Audio Interface Specifications

• Mic Inputs 1 -2
  • Dynamic Range: 136 dB-A
  • Equivalent Input Noise: (150 Ohm) -128 dBu-A
  • Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
  • Gain Range: 12…+78 dB in 0.5 dB steps or 0.1 dB (fine)
  • Pad: 12 dB/24 dB
  • Max. Input Level: 0 /+12/+24 dBu (without Pad/with Pad)
  • THD + N Preamp + ADC @ 1 kHz, 0 dBFS: < -110 dB (0.0003%)
• Line Inputs 1-2
  • Dynamic Range: 138.5 dB-A
  • Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
  • Gain Range: 0…+66 dB
  • Sensitivity: +24 dBu…-42 dBu
  • Max. Input Level: +24 dBu
  • THD + N Preamp + ADC @ 1 kHz, 0 dBFS: < -105 dB (0.0006%)
• Instrument/Line Inputs 3 - 4
  • Dynamic Range: 135 dB-A
  • Input Impedance: 2 MΩ (balanced) / 1 MΩ (unbalanced)
  • Gain Range: 0…+66 dB
  • Sensitivity: +18 dBu … -48 dBu
  • Max. Input Level: +18 dBu
  • THD + N Preamp + ADC @ 1 kHz, 0 dBFS: < -112 dB (0.0003%)
• Line/Monitor Outputs
  • Output Impedance: < 70 Ω
  • THD+N@ 1 kHz, 0 dBFS: < -110 dB (0.0003%)
  • Dynamic Range: 123 dB-A
  • Max. Output Level: +24 dBu
  • Headphone Outputs
  • Output Impedance: 0.035 Ω
  • Dynamic Range: 122 dB-A (high) / 117 dB (low)
  • Max. Output Level: +16 dBu (high) /+8 dBu (low)
  • AES67/Ravenna: Standard RJ-45 Gigabit-Ethernet-Anschluss
  • Expansion Connectivity: ADAT/S/PDIF optical I/O, MIDI I/O via 1/4” jack
  • Computer Interface: USB-C, 2.0 High Speed (480 MB/s) or higher

Neumann MT 48 Audio Interface Includes

• Neumann MT 48 Audio Interface
• USB-C Cable
• USB-A Cable
• Power Supply w/ USB-C Cable
• Soft Case
• Manufacturer Warranty