RME Launches Analog Multichannel Converter Series
RME launches new analog multichannel MADI and ADAT converter series at Frankfurt Musikmesse 2009 RME's comprehensive MADI line is now extended by hi-class multichannel converters with 16 and 32 channels. The M-series converters have been conceived and optimized for professional studio, stage, and broadcast applications.
Packed into only 2U height the M-32 AD offers a 32-channel AD-conversion to MADI and ADAT in reference quality. The fully symmetrical analog circuit design guarantees excellent S/N and THD specs across a wide analog level range. Using up-to-date converter technology, the device not only works up to 192 kHz, but also reaches a real-world signal-to-noise ratio of 116 dBA — on all channels. Further features are analog limiters for an efficient protection of the analog inouts against overload, three hardware reference levels up to +24 dBu, MADI and ADAT I/O, analog inputs via 6.3mm TRS and D-sub connectors, remote control via MIDI and MIDI over MADI, and operation across a wide range of mains voltages.
Nearly identical features are found in the M-32 DA, which offers a 32-channel high-end DA conversion. It is easy to operate despite having a comprehensive feature set. The unit combines excellent analog circuit design with the latest converter chips and RME's superior SteadyClock into a state-of-the-art DA conversion, with outstanding THD and S/N specs of up to 118 dBA.
Both converters are also available as 16-channel versions. Except for the reduced channel count M-16 AD and M-16 DA are identical to their bigger brothers.
M-series converters have optical and coaxial MADI I/Os for fail safe redundancy operation. The MADI input serves not only as optional external clock source, but passes unused channels to the output undelayed. This way the signals of multiple units can be combined serially into one MADI stream of up to 64 channels. Thus RME's new M-series is an unsurpassed flexible base for the realization of multichannel setups. Combinations of the M-16 and M-32 converters allow setups with 16, 32, 48, or 64 channels, according to your individual application or budget. Up to four M-16 AD/DA and up to two M-32 AD/DA can be connected in series via MADI.
Due to the newly developed zero-delay MADI I/O the M-series converters can be used serially without problems with any other MADI devices and setups. A compensation of typical pass-through delays is not necessary as their MADI I/Os operate virtually transparent.
Included ADAT ports make the M-series not only first choice with MADI, but also a perfect solution for all other units having ADAT interfaces.
The converters of the M-series are expected to be available in May 2009.
Lynx L-Slot MADI Expansion Card for Aurora Converters
available September 2009.
Lynx Studio Technology: Aurora 16 & Aurora 8 AD/DA
The Aurora 16 and Aurora 8 AD/DA converters provide world-class analog to digital and digital to analog conversion in a compact one-rack space format. With sample rates up to 192 kHz, Aurora offers wide, open, uncompressed and unequalized audio for studios, mastering facilities, remote recording, broadcast and production. Lynx’s exclusive SynchroLock word clock offers extreme jitter reduction, providing clean digital audio signals for Aurora and other digital devices in the studio.
Grimm Audio AD 1
Operating directly at 1 bit, 2.8224MHz, the AD1 | Grimm is eminently suitable for creating SACD masters from analogue sources. Additonally, DSD processing DAW's will find no better front end. Combined with our DD1 digital converter, the AD1 offers the best CD rate converter performance available.
In order to get past the limitations posed by commercially available converter chips, the AD1´s converters are made with discrete parts. The input circuitry before the modulator consists of only two resistors. This strategy pays off with unparallelled low noise and distortion, while delivering data that can be directly pressed onto SACDs or processed in a DSD workstation.
RME ADI8QS
RME's ADI-8 QS is a new, highly flexible, and fully featured 8-channel AD/DA converter. The device combines excellent analog circuit design with outstanding low latency AD/DA converters. Along with SteadyClock, the QS redefines the reference class of analog/digital converters. The compact 19"/1U device has a host of features, including analog and digital limiters, 4 hardware reference levels up to +24 dBu, AES/EBU and ADAT I/O up to 192 kHz, optional MADI I/O, remote digital input trimming for full input calibration, remote volume control for all 8 analog outputs, either separately, globally and much more.
RME ADI192DD
The ADI-192 DD is the successor to the highly successful ADI-8 DD. The completely re-engineered device was designed to be the most powerful format and sample rate converter ever. Hence the ADI-192 DD not only features considerable improvements compared to the ADI-8 DD, but also adds a number of new and unique features. * Supports 192 kHz with ADAT, TDIF und AES * 8-channel sample rate conversion up to 192 kHz * Sample Rate Conversion can be selected for AES, TDIF or ADAT * 8-channel Sample Rate Conversion without phase errors (sub-sample synchronous) * SteadyClock for maximum jitter suppression and clock regeneration * Complete triple format converter AES/TDIF/ADAT with added SPDIF TOSLINK I/O * Direct support for Double and Quad Wire, S/MUX and S/MUX4 * Also when using SRC * Special TDIF word clock output * Simplified and easy-to-use user interface
RME Launches DMC-842 Digital Microphone Interface
RME launches DMC-842 - the first multi-channel interface for digital microphones. The introduction of digital microphone technology into the pro audio sector has afforded sound engineers a greater degree of flexibility. At the same time, it has created a demand for interfaces that can control and handle digital microphones.
RME MICSTACY - 8Ch Remote Preamp & AD with MADI-option
Micstasy is an 8-channel hi-end mic/line preamp combining typical RME features with a number of previously unseen features. It can be used analog (Mic/Line In to Line Out) and digital (Mic/Line In to Digital Out), with both signal paths operating simultaneously. Just passing on the amplified signals replaces the need for a splitter box on stage. The device is fully remote-controllable via MIDI or MIDI over MADI.
RME OctaMic II
The new OctaMic II Preamp - replacing the OctaMic D - provides a completely new electronic design with increased features. The new Preamp features 8-channel 192 kHz/24 bit AD conversion, hi-class microphone and line pre-amplification and includes some significant enhancements compared to his predecessors, like a maximum input level of +21 dBu with a convenient gain range from 0 dB up to 50 dB, an improved signal to noise ratio ADC of 107.5 dB, improved THD, especially at high gains and much more. Available from october.
TC Electronic Digital Konnekt x32 - Digital Patchbay, Format Converter & FireWire Audio Interface
Digital Konnekt x32 is every studio’s missing link, integrating digital equipment with computer-based recording setups. Digital Konnekt x32 is the utility product fitting the needs of project studios and other digital setups in need of a ‘Swiss army knife” in digital signal handling. It features FireWire connection to and from your DAW and it allows efficient routing and conversion between multiple digital formats and sample rates, as well as providing extra features such as analog outputs, scene recall, convenient monitoring and front panel lock.
All the Tools – One Toolbox
Up until now, the pro audio market has only seen single function units such as format and sample rate converters, patchbays and audio interfaces offering digital signal handling. Never before have these essential functions been incorporated in a single platform linking your entire fleet of digital devices to your DAW.
Digital Konnekt x32: Patchbay, Format Converter, Audio Interface and hardware integrator!
Apogee Rosetta 200
The Rosetta 200, Apogee’s successor to the PSX-100 and Rosetta AD namesake, delivers the quality of the popular Rosetta 800, in a 2-channel AD/DA solution. Like the Rosetta 800, the 200 features premium Apogee A/D and D/A conversion, 192k sampling rates (standard), optional Pro Tools HD, Mix and FireWire expansion cards and core Apogee technologies such as UV22HR, and SoftLimit.
Apogee Rosetta 800 192K!
IDeal Audio is pleased to announce that the Rosetta 800 96K version is discontinued and that the Rosetta 800 192K version now is reduced in price to that of the 96K version!
Apogee AD16X & DA16X
The AD-16X and the DA-16X, Apogee’s latest and most advanced conversion systems, take the legendary quality of Apogee a huge step forward. Features such as a redesigned power supply, standard 192kHz sampling rates, the C777 clocking technology found in Big Ben, and optional Pro Tools HD and FireWire expansion cards, make the AD & DA-16X the most powerful and flexible conversion combination ever.
New Apogee X-HD Option Card - Better Integration with Pro Tools HD
Apogee Electronics Corporation released an update to their X-HD option card to provide better integration with Pro Tools HD.
The X-HD v.2 option allows for direct connectivity between Pro Tools HD systems and Apogee’s AD-16X, DA-16X, and Rosetta 800 and 200 series converters, providing superior quality conversion to Pro Tools HD users without the need for an additional interface.
The X-HD v.2 release changes Apogee hardware emulation in Pro Tools to better support I/O setup and auto delay compensation without compromising channel counts or converter configurations.
For more information: http://www.apogeedigital.com/downloads/documents.php?show=xhd_card