Burl Audio B16 Mothership – Modular 2-Slot AD/DA Interface Chassis
The Burl Audio B16 Mothership is a compact, high-end 2-slot modular AD/DA interface chassis, designed to deliver the renowned analog sound quality of the flagship B80 Mothership in a portable and more affordable format. Ideal for project studios, mobile rigs, and mastering setups, the B16 offers unmatched sonic character, flexibility, and modular expandability with Burl’s class-leading analog circuitry and custom transformers.
At its core, the B16 supports up to 2 daughter cards — including the B4 Mic/Line ADC, B22 ORCA DAC, B26 Mothership Control Room Monitor, and others. It includes a built-in digital interface card of your choice, such as Dante, DigiLink, USB, or SoundGrid, depending on your workflow. With ultra-low jitter, wide dynamic range, and the signature warmth of Burl’s analog design, the B16 Mothership is a trusted solution for engineers seeking musical, open, and analog-rich AD/DA conversion.
Key Features
- Modular 2-slot chassis for Burl Mothership daughter cards
- Supports any combination of B16-compatible AD, DA, or monitor control modules
- Includes one digital interface card (Dante, USB, SoundGrid, or DigiLink)
- Massive headroom and ultra-low latency conversion
- All-analog signal path with custom BX1 and BX5 transformers
- Class A discrete analog circuitry for warm, musical tone
- Compact 1U rackmount form factor
Technical Specifications
- Chassis: 1U rackmount with 2 card slots
- Power Supply: Internal universal switching PSU (100–240 VAC)
- Digital Interface Options: DigiLink (Avid), USB, Dante, SoundGrid
- Modular Support: Compatible with all B80/B16 daughter cards
- Build Quality: Steel chassis with heavy-duty internal components
- Weight: Approx. 9 lbs (4.1 kg)
Ideal For
- Project and mobile recording studios
- Engineers looking for top-tier analog AD/DA conversion
- Hybrid setups requiring modular expansion and flexibility
- Mastering engineers who need compact high-end I/O
Bring the analog depth and color of the legendary Mothership into any studio with the Burl Audio B16 Mothership — a powerful and portable AD/DA solution built for discerning professionals who refuse to compromise on sound.