Yes, the Ultra 8R uses the same Octane Technology Preamps that are in the 2626. There will be some sonic differences since the converters and power supply are different but the general performance and sound should carry over.
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But why did they design the 8R as an USB-Interface
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The Ultra 8R was done as a USB 2.0 interface for two reasons. We had the technology available from the Fast Track Ultra development so making an 8 mike pre version was pretty straight forward. Also, USB 2.0 is on EVERY new computer (desktop or laptop) and typically doesn't run into some of the same issues that we've seen with FireWire. It was just part of growing our USB family of products.
RayT
Hardware Product Manager
M-Audio