Burl Audio B16 Mothership 3 BMB3 Dante

The Burl Audio B16 Mothership 3 BMB3 Dante is a cutting-edge audio interface designed for seamless integration into Dante networks, offering expanded channel counts, automatic configuration, and flexibility for studio professionals needing high-performance digital-to-analogue and analogue-to-digital conversion.

Expanded Channel Capacity

Mothership 3 introduces significantly increased channel capabilities. With the latest update, each daughter card slot can support up to 32 channels at 44.1kHz and 48kHz, 32 channels at 88.2kHz and 96kHz, and 16 channels at 176.4kHz and 192kHz. The new architecture unlocks the full potential of the system for larger and more complex setups, maximising efficiency for high-end professional audio environments.

Automatic IO Configuration

The B16 Mothership 3 eliminates the need for manual jumper settings by introducing a new intercommunication protocol. This feature enables the system to detect and automatically configure the daughter cards, allowing users to mix and match different cards without the hassle of manual configuration. Whether using input or output cards, the system assigns channels dynamically, offering total flexibility in how you organise your setup.

Seamless Dante Integration

With the BMB3-Dante motherboard, the B16 Mothership 3 connects directly to Dante audio networks, making it ideal for larger, multi-room studios. Dante integration ensures high channel counts and efficient data routing, delivering the flexibility and scalability required for complex studio environments.

Compatibility and Future-Proofing

The B16 Mothership 3 is fully compatible with the BURL GREEN line of 4- and 8-channel daughter cards. New GREEN daughter cards shipped after 7 October 2024 will include a "D Jumper" setting for Mothership 3 compatibility. Mothership 3 offers compatibility with all new BURL BLACK daughter cards, ensuring that professionals investing in the system today remain future-proofed for years to come.

Upgrade Options and Considerations

Mothership 2 users can continue using their systems with full functionality. However, Mothership 3 is not field-upgradable, and any upgrade requires sending the unit back to Burl Audio for reprogramming. Importantly, there is no difference in sound quality between Mothership 2 and 3, making it possible to stay with Mothership 2 without compromise if full compatibility with the latest features isn’t required.

The Burl Audio B16 Mothership 3 BMB3 Dante offers a comprehensive and flexible solution for modern studios, integrating high channel counts, automatic configuration, and seamless Dante networking to meet the demands of professional audio production.

• 16x16 AD/DA converter with Class-A analogue circuitry.
• Discrete, transformer-coupled analogue input for ADCs.
• Discrete op-amp, Class-A analogue output for DACs.
• High channel counts at a more affordable price point.
• Compatible with MOTHERSHIP 3 for expanded channel capacity.
• Integrated Dante network connectivity for seamless studio integration.
• Ideal for project studios, professional recording setups, and large scoring stages.

At KMR, we provide exceptional support for all your audio studio requirements. Our committed team is ready to help you with setup, troubleshooting, and optimizing your gear for peak performance.

If you face any challenges, our customer service team is just a phone call away, prepared to offer expert assistance.