The 896HD is a FireWire-based digital audio hard disk recording system for Mac OS and Windows.

The 896HD replaces the 896 at the same price and adds many new features, including more simultaneous outputs, 192kHz operation, 8-bus monitor mixing and stand-alone operation.The 896HD provides eight channels of balanced analog input and output using 24-bit converters with 117 dB dynamic range. Eight channels of 24-bit ADAT lightpipe and stereo AES/EBU I/O provide a grand total of 20 inputs and 22 outputs.

Each analog input uses Neutric combi XLR/Jack connectors and is switchable mic/line. In addition each input features a mic pre-amp with front panel gain and individually switchable 48v.

The 896 ships with MOTU's own AudioDesk 2 software plus drivers for Mac & PC - for all popular Macintosh and Windows audio software.