Name: Metric Halo LIO-8 mk IV
Brand: Metric Halo
Price: 3995 USD

High-End

$3,995

Metric Halo LIO-8 mk IV is an audio interface with MHLink (Gigabit Ethernet) x2 + USB-C connectivity. Inputs include 8 line inputs and 2 Hi-Z inputs. Outputs include 8 main outputs and 1 headphone output. It supports up to 192 kHz / 24-bit, loopback, onboard DSP, and direct monitoring. Reference price: $3,995.

Audio interface specs: Metric Halo LIO-8 mk IV
Spec	Metric Halo LIO-8 mk IV
General
Category	High-End
Reference Price (USD)	$3,995
Supported OS	macOS/Windows
Connection	MHLink (Gigabit Ethernet) x2 + USB-C
Inputs
Mic Preamps	—
Combo Inputs (XLR/TRS)	—
Line Inputs	8
RCA Input	—
Hi-Z Inputs	2
ADAT Input (ch@48kHz)	—
Optical Ports (Input)	—
S/PDIF (Coax) Input	—
S/PDIF (Optical) Input	—
AES/EBU Input	8
Outputs
Analog Main Output	8
Analog Line Output	—
RCA Output	—
Headphone Output	1
ADAT Output (ch@48kHz)	—
Optical Ports (Output)	—
S/PDIF (Coax) Output	—
S/PDIF (Optical) Output	—
AES/EBU Output	8
Features
Phantom Power (48V)	—
MIDI I/O	1 IN / 1 OUT
Loopback	Yes
DSP Effects	Yes (Built-in)
Direct Monitoring	Yes (surround)
Audio Performance
Max Sample Rate (kHz)	192
Max Bit Depth (bit)	24
Preamp Gain Range (dB)	—
DR Input (dB, A-weighted)	—
DR Output (dB, A-weighted)	—
DR (Unknown Conditions)	—
THD+N Mic Input (dB(%), 1kHz)	—
THD+N Output (dB(%), 1kHz)	—
THD+N (dB(%), Unknown)	—
EIN (dBu, A-weighted)	—
EIN (dBu, Unknown)	—
Measurement Reports	Manufacturer (external site)
Software & Other
Bundled Software	100+zero- latencyplug-ins
Notes	line level dedicated IF (optional: ULN-R preamp4ch blockadditional-capable), 1U rack, MHLink network, 7.1.4surround compatible

Metric Halo LIO-8 mk IV Specs

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