MOTU AVB Switch (5/6-Port AVB Ethernet Switch)

Overview

The MOTU AVB Switch is a dedicated 5-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for professional Audio Video Bridging (AVB) networks. It is built to connect multiple MOTU AVB/TSN-compatible audio interfaces, mixers, and devices into a single, tightly synchronized audio-over-Ethernet system.

Unlike standard network switches, the AVB Switch ensures real-time, low-latency audio streaming with guaranteed bandwidth reservation and sample-accurate clock synchronization across all connected devices.

Key Features

• 5 × Gigabit AVB Ethernet ports
• 1 × standard Ethernet uplink port (internet/router connection)
• IEEE 802.1 AVB / TSN compliant networking
• Plug-and-play setup with automatic device discovery
• Guaranteed bandwidth with Stream Reservation Protocol
• Network-wide clock synchronization (sample-accurate timing)
• Supports CAT-5e / CAT-6 cables up to 100 meters
• 1 Gbps high-speed audio networking
• Low-latency, deterministic audio streaming
• LED status indicators for all ports

What It Does

The MOTU AVB Switch acts as the central hub of an AVB audio network. It allows multiple compatible devices (such as MOTU interfaces, digital mixers, and stage boxes) to communicate over Ethernet while maintaining perfectly synchronized audio streams.

It separates AVB audio traffic from normal network traffic and ensures stable performance even under heavy data loads, making it suitable for both studio and live sound environments.

AVB Networking Benefits

AVB (Audio Video Bridging) is a professional networking standard designed for real-time audio transport. The MOTU AVB Switch supports this by reserving bandwidth for audio streams and maintaining a unified network clock, ensuring zero drift and consistent timing across all devices.

System Integration

The switch is commonly used with MOTU AVB devices such as audio interfaces, stage boxes, and digital mixers. It can also bridge to standard Ethernet networks for internet access, control data, and software integration.

Ideal For

• Professional recording studios
• Live sound reinforcement systems
• Broadcast and production environments
• Large-scale multi-room audio systems
• AVB network expansion setups

Specifications

• Model: MOTU AVB Switch
• Ports: 5 × AVB Gigabit Ethernet + 1 × standard Ethernet
• Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Standard: IEEE 802.1 AVB / TSN
• Cable Type: CAT-5e / CAT-6
• Max Cable Length: 100 m
• Power: External DC adapter
• Front Panel: LED status indicators

Why Choose the MOTU AVB Switch?

The MOTU AVB Switch is essential for building reliable, scalable AVB audio networks. It provides deterministic, low-latency performance with sample-accurate synchronization, making it a core infrastructure component for professional audio environments that require stability and precision.