Lynx Mesa

Lynx Mesa
$2,499.00

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Mesa: The Only Desktop Interface with Legendary Lynx Quality

Mesa is a high-quality Thunderbolt 3 audio interface and standalone converter designed for versatility across various recording environments.

The converters are the same as (n) series, just with a Hilo2 touchscreen!

Quick Features

  • Form Factor: Desktop-based, perfect for home, project, and professional studios due to its compact and portable design.
  • Connectivity: Four analog inputs, two balanced monitor outputs, and dual headphone outputs with individual level controls.
  • Interface: Features a high-contrast capacitive touchscreen like the Hilo 2, with additional control via Mesa Control software on Mac and Windows.
  • Storage: Includes a MicroSD card slot for direct recording and playback, ideal for live or remote recording scenarios.

Target Audience:

  • Musicians, recording, and live sound engineers seeking pristine audio quality.
  • Suitable for location recording like live performances or services, and for playback through MicroSD or Thunderbolt 3.

Input/Output Flexibility:

  • Combo input connectors support Mic, Line, and D.I. signals for direct instrument connection, microphones, etc.
  • Monitor outputs on ¼” balanced TRS, with additional S/PDIF coaxial I/O, optical I/O for S/PDIF/ADAT, and Word Clock for synchronization.

Compatibility:

  • Works with all major DAW platforms (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Cubase, GarageBand) on both Mac and Windows.

User Experience:

  • Pre-configured audio routing for immediate use, intuitive touchscreen interface, and quick-access buttons for Menu/Meters and All Mute functions.

Key Features:

  • Four low-noise microphone/line/Hi-Z inputs, 14 total I/O with 2 loopback channels.
  • Aurora(n) quality for audio transparency.
  • High-contrast touchscreen, flexible routing, and monitor control.
  • SynchroLock 2™ for low-jitter sample clock stability.

Analog Specifications:

  • Line In: THD+N -113dB, dynamic range 119dB A-weighted, frequency response ±0.010dB 20-20kHz.
  • Mic In: THD+N -111dB, EIN -129dBu, dynamic range 116dB A-weighted, with features like phantom power and high-pass filter.
  • Hi-Z In: THD+N -109dB, dynamic range 114dB A-weighted, suitable for direct instrument input.
  • Monitor Out: THD+N -107dB, dynamic range 121dB A-weighted, output level +19dBu.
  • Headphone Out: THD+N -107dB, dynamic range 120dB A-weighted, suitable for a range of headphone impedances.

Digital Specifications:

  • S/PDIF I/O: Coaxial on RCA, Optical on optical connectors.
  • ADAT I/O: Up to 8 channels at 48kHz on optical connectors.

Mesa combines legendary audio quality with modern usability, making it an excellent choice for anyone who demands the best in audio recording and playback.

Our ONE WITH EVERYTHING ZEN WARRANTY extends the standard manufacturer warranty by one year, see our ZEN WARRANTY page for details.
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