Burl Audio B80 Mothership - 80-Channel Modular AD/DA Converter System
The Burl Audio B80 MOTHERSHIP is a flagship modular multichannel AD/DA converter system designed to deliver the highest level of analogue-digital integration and sonic quality. Built around Burl's renowned Class A, transformer-balanced analogue circuitry, the B80 offers up to 80 channels of conversion in a fully customisable 4U chassis - making it the ultimate solution for high-end tracking, mixing, and mastering environments.
With up to 10 card slots for analogue and digital I/O modules and a wide range of configurable options - including mic preamps, line-level ADCs, DACs, monitor control cards, and digital interface formats (DigiLink, Dante, SoundGrid, MADI, etc.) - the B80 Mothership adapts to any professional workflow while maintaining Burl's signature warmth, headroom, and musical tone.
Key Features
- Modular 4U AD/DA converter chassis with up to 80 channels of I/O
- Houses up to 10 daughter cards (e.g., BAD4, BAD8, BDA4, BDA8, BMBx, BCLK, etc.)
- Class A, all-discrete analogue circuitry with custom BX1 and BX5 transformers
- Multiple digital interface options: DigiLink, Dante, USB, MADI, SoundGrid
- Ultra-low jitter master clock for precision digital synchronisation
- Flexible configuration for tracking, mixing, mastering, summing, and monitor control
- Hot-swappable card design for easy expansion and maintenance
- Compatible with both Mac and PC-based systems
Technical Specifications
- Chassis: 4U rackmount, supports 10 modular card slots
- I/O Capacity: Up to 80 analogue channels (depending on installed modules)
- Digital Interface Cards: BMB1 (DigiLink), BMB2 (MADI), BMB3 (Dante), BMB4 (SoundGrid), BMB5 (USB)
- Word Clock: Optional BCLK card for clock distribution
- Sample Rates: Up to 192 kHz, 24-bit resolution
- Power Supply: Internal universal switching PSU (100-240 VAC)
- Weight: Approx. 28 lbs (12.7 kg) fully loaded
Ideal For
- Professional studios needing large-scale, customisable conversion
- Mastering and mixing engineers demanding analogue character in digital workflows
- Hybrid analogue/digital production setups seeking modular flexibility
- Studios integrating high-channel-count audio interfaces and analogue outboard gear
The Burl Audio B80 MOTHERSHIP is more than a converter - it's the centrepiece of a world-class audio system. With unparalleled sound quality, modular versatility, and rock-solid reliability, it's the ultimate solution for professionals who demand the best in analogue-digital integration.
