Ferrofish Pulse 16 DX
Ferrofish Pulse 16 DX AD/DA Converter Dante - ADAT - MADI
SKU: FER-PULSE16-DX
The PULSE16 DX is much more than a 16 x 16 channel AD / DA converter. In addition to studio-grade analog inputs and outputs up to 192kHz, the PULSE16 DX offers an impressive number of digital interfaces, ready for any task. All equipment, whether analog, ADAT, or MADI is brought together into the device, and can be distributed over a sophisticated routing matrix in groups of 8 channels. And that’s not all: The Dante interface with 64 x 64 channels (also integrated into the routing matrix), redundantly implemented via two RJ45 sockets, connects the PULSE16 DX to the network: Dante opens up a new dimension of flexibility. No matter which analog or digital signals are to be connected: the PULSE16 DX does the job.
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Ferrofish have again delivered a fully featured, easy-to-use and affordable high-quality AD/DA converter in the shape of the new Pulse 16 DX. This is the natural progression from the Pulse 16 MX, but now with Dante through its two RJ45 connectors and expands any Dante audio network via its 16 AD/DA Cirrus Logic converters.
The new Pulse 16 DX offers the same sound quality, functionality and flexibility as the Pulse 16, and like the Pulse 16 MX offers a considerable channel count with the addition of MADI I/O; 16 x 16 balanced analogue inputs and outputs, 4 x ADAT I/O ports provide a full 16 x 16 channel operation even in 96 kHz SMUX mode, and 1 x MADI I/O (Optical) for transferring 64 x 64 discrete audio channels. MADI users are given the choice to operate in multimode or singlemode with easy-to-switch SFP modules that allow reconfiguration without the need of a factory modification.
The Ferrofish Pulse16 DX can also function as a format converter. For example, you are able to convert MADI to Dante or maybe add 16 analogue channels to an incoming MADI stream and route them onto your Dante network.
Full control and easy operation
The headphones output on the front panel of the Pulse 16 DX allows you to monitor every mono or stereo signal on the fly, and two TFT displays provide detailed level information for all 16 x 16 analogue inputs and outputs at a glance. The innovative on-board contextual help, much loved by owners of the Ferrofish Pulse 16, Pulse 16 MX, Ferrofish A32 and Ferrofish A32 Dante, can also be called up at any time making the Pulse 16 DX both intuitive and simple in use.
Exceptional sound quality
Using the most recent converter generation from Cirrus Logic combined with an active digital jitter reduction circuit results in an exceptionally detailed resolution and great overall sound. Whether you're working in 48 kHz, 96 kHz or 192 kHz – the Ferrofish Pulse 16 DX always delivers a full complement of 16 x 16 channels at the highest quality.
- 16 x 16 analogue I/O channels
- 32 x 32 ADAT I/O channels in 4 x 4 TOSLINK ports (16 x 16 @ 96 kHz)
- 64 x 64 MADI optical I/O - Multimode or singlemode with easy-to-switch SFP modules*
- 64 x 64 Dante (RJ45 connectors)
- Full 16 x 16 analogue channel count even at double sample rates (SMUX @ 192 kHz)
- 2 x TFT screens giving complete control over all levels and system settings
- Wordclock I/O (BNC)
- Remote control via MIDI (and MIDI over MADI - coming soon)
- Proprietary circuit for active jitter reduction
- Headphone Output
- Fan-less design – no noise
- 1HE, 19“ solid metal chassis
Dante I/O
- 2 x RJ-45 Ethernet connector (CAT5/6 cables),
- 64 x 64 channel Brooklyn II board built-in.
MADI I/O (AES10)
SFP Multimode included
SFP Singlemode optional
SFP port for MADI optical Multimode or Singlemode SFP module
- 64 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
- 32 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
- 16 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
Support of MIDI over MADI.
Latency: 2 samples
Analog Inputs (AD)
2 x 24 Bit A/D Converter
16 x TRS ¼” (6.3mm), female
- Digital gain: +20dBu … -8dBu, 1dB steps
- Digital gain (+24dBu Option): +24dBu … -4dBu, 1dB steps
OpAmps: RC4580
Level indicator: TFT screen, 28 levels
Analog Outputs (DA)
2 x 24 Bit D/A Converter
16 x TRS ¼” (6.3mm), female
- Digital gain: +20dBu … -8 dBu, 1dB steps
- Digital gain (+24dBu Option): +24dBu … -4dBu, 1dB steps
Latency
- @48kHz: 7.8/fs, 0.16ms
- @96kHz: 5.4/fs, 0.06ms
- @192kHz: 6.6/fs, 0.03ms
OpAmps: RC4580
Headphones Out
- 1 x ¼” (6.3mm) TRS jack, stereo
- Selectable mono or stereo source
- Digitally controlled volume level
ADAT I/O
4+4 optical ports (8 channels each with 48 kHz)
- 32×32 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz (SMUX/1)
- 16×16 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz (SMUX/2)
- 8×8 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz (SMUX/4)
(SMUX/4 – only with installed MADI MX option)
Latency: 2 samples
MIDI I/O
- 2 x DIN5 connector for remote control of the unit
- Conversion MIDI <> MIDI over MADI possible (MADI MX option required.)
Wordclock I/O
- BNC: 1 x input, 1 x output
- 75 Ohm Termination switchable for input
Power Supply
12V, 3A
- 1 x input jack with screw lock.
- Power required: 12VA in operation, 0,1VA in standby mode (Efficiency Level VI)
- Internal resettable polyfuse
- 1 x power supply included
Additional Features
- SMUX4 with 192 kHz operation (requires installed MADI option).
- Delay-compensation for MADI chain (requires installed MADI option)
- MIDI over MADI Preset Management (requires installed MADI option)
Internal Clock
- TCXO (temp. compensated oscillator) with high accuracy.
- Initial accuracy: +/-1.5ppm
- Over temperature range: +/-2.5ppm
- Aging: +/-1ppm
PLL
- Digitally controlled PLL / Jitter reduction system
- Output jitter: 50ps … 100ps typ.
LCD Displays
- 2 x TFT Color Screens for the complete control of all analog I/O levels and all settings of the unit
- One Key Control provides an easy control of all functions.
- Multi language help pages guides available (No need to study the manual.)
Dimensions
- 1HU
- Depth: 19cm (7.5”) (including connectors)
Weight
- 2 kg (4.4lbs)
Ambient temperature
- 41°F up to 113°F (+5°C up to +45°C)
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