Converters & Synchronizers

This small digital SPDIF converter converts optical signals into electrical signals and vice versa. The direction of the conversion is set using a dip switch.

Supports uncompressed digital audio stereo input signals, e.g. PCM audio. Does not support compressed audio formats such as Dolby Digital, DTS, 5.1, etc. To operate this converter on your HDMI TV or on your digital home theatre system, you must set the sound output in its on-screen configuration menu to PCM or other uncompressed formats with the above-mentioned sampling rates.

The ML-16D is a compact, high-quality analogue to Dante analogue converter for the bidirectional transmission of 16 analogue audio channels via a Dante network. It has space-saving 25-pin D-sub connections which, in conjunction with optionally available connection modules, serve as balanced inputs and outputs for analogue signals with line level. Two Ethernet connections (Dante Primary / Secondary) enable redundant operation via two separate networks.The converter has indicators for the operating status and the current sampling rate as well as overload LEDs for each input and signal LEDs for each input and output. Switches on the rear panel allow you to set the required maximum input/output level. All other settings such as sampling rate, channel routing or latency are accessible via the free "Dante Controller" computer application.Dante is a network technology from Audinate for high-performance distribution of audio signals over standard IP networks. It supports the simultaneous transmission of hundreds of uncompressed audio channels with extremely low latency and precise synchronisation.

The ADI-2 FS is a compact and extremely flexible 2-channel hi-end AD/DA converter. The device offers first-class AD/DA conversion from/to SPDIF, AES/EBU and ADAT at up to 192 kHz in a half-19 inch housing. Its ability to handle SPDIF, AES/EBU and ADAT equally gives it outstanding compatibility. Whatever it is - just plug it in!Balanced analogue inputs and outputs, monitoring via headphone output, SteadyClock FS for optimum converter function, 3-stage hardware adjustment of input and output levels, as well as the additional D-D and A-A modes make the ADI-2 FS a universal tool and versatile problem solver, which with its exceptional sound quality is also ideal as a complement to other high-quality converters.The ADI-2 FS features two servo-balanced line analogue inputs via XLR/jack combo socket, balanced XLR and unbalanced jack outputs that can be used simultaneously, an adjustable high-power stereo headphone output on the front, an ADAT-compatible optical SPDIF I/O and a coaxial SPDIF (RCA, AES/EBU compatible). These extensive connection options allow high-quality and flexible signal transmission without compromise.The analogue inputs use the exquisite circuit technology of the award-winning ADI-2 Pro, offering excellent noise and distortion values as well as a very wide transmission range. Three different input and output levels are available to guarantee optimum adaptation at the analogue level. The ADI-2 FS also features SteadyClock FS, RME's latest clock technology with minimal inherent jitter and maximum jitter suppression. It guarantees the best sound characteristics of the AD/DA conversion, completely independent of the quality of the reference clock used. The ADI-2 FS also utilises technology from the ADI-2 Pro for the converters: the AK557x family and the AK4490 not only offer 192 kHz sample rate and low distortion, but also a signal-to-noise ratio of 120 dBA.However, the ADI-2 FS not only offers optimum sound, but also optimum digital connectivity. Its coaxial RCA SPDIF I/O is AES/EBU compatible thanks to switchable channel status (cable adapter required). The optical TOSLINK I/Os work up to 192 kHz, and can also be used as ADAT I/Os even at 192 kHz. It is also possible to use SPDIF input with ADAT output or vice versa in AD/DA and D-D mode at any time.The clear font panel layout with unambiguous labelling, functional buttons with informative status displays, a level indicator with 6 LEDs and the tidy rear panel make the device easy to use.

The Aurora defined the standards in transparency, reliability and value stability for professional A/D D/A converters and is at the centre of professional recording studios around the world. The completely redesigned Aurora(n) continues this legacy. The new member of the Lynx family builds on the features that made the Aurora famous. The innovative design means that the Aurora(n) sounds better, is more flexible, fits better into new applications and is therefore even more suitable as the centrepiece of your recording studio. The Aurora(n) delivers the detailed recording and playback you expect today, while being expandable and ready for whatever the future holds for your studio. We've designed Aurora(n) to be the last audio converter you'll buy! Simply because we've listened to you and built a precision audio tool that's exactly what you want.

Expand your studio with the Black Lion Revolution EXP. The high-quality AD/DA converter delivers 16 analogue TRS jacks (8-in, 8-out) and 16 channels of ADAT I/O. The precise Macro MMC clocking technology ensures exceptional clarity up to 192 kHz. For high-quality Black Lion Audio sound, the robust metal housing contains boutique components from Nichicon, Vishay and Wima. The eight-stage display of the inputs and outputs enables simple and precise level checking.

The Aurora defined the standards in transparency, reliability and value stability for professional A/D D/A converters and is at the centre of professional recording studios around the world. The completely redesigned Aurora(n) continues this legacy. The new member of the Lynx family builds on the features that made the Aurora famous. The innovative design means that the Aurora(n) sounds better, is more flexible, fits better into new applications and is therefore even more suitable as the centrepiece of your recording studio. The Aurora(n) delivers the detailed recording and playback you expect today, while being expandable and ready for whatever the future holds for your studio. We've designed Aurora(n) to be the last audio converter you'll buy! Simply because we've listened to you and built a precision audio tool that's exactly what you want.

The Aurora defined the standards in transparency, reliability and value stability for professional A/D D/A converters and is at the centre of professional recording studios around the world. The completely redesigned Aurora(n) continues this legacy. The new member of the Lynx family builds on the features that made the Aurora famous. The innovative design means that the Aurora(n) sounds better, is more flexible, fits better into new applications and is therefore even more suitable as the centrepiece of your recording studio. The Aurora(n) delivers the detailed recording and playback you expect today, while being expandable and ready for whatever the future holds for your studio. We've designed Aurora(n) to be the last audio converter you'll buy! Simply because we've listened to you and built a precision audio tool that's exactly what you want.

The Dante AVIO Bluetooth adapter provides wireless connections to Dante networks for mobile devices and computers.It is suitable for playback from smartphones to larger sound systems as well as for connecting networked speakers and microphones to conferencing software.Once configured, a user can rely on Bluetooth to switch from local smartphone audio to a full conferencing system to share voice with others.

Der Hilo Referenz A/D D/A Wandler von Lynx Studio Technology definiert das Konzept und die Funktionalität von Zweikanal-Wandlern vollständig neu. Hilo ist drei Geräte in einem: A/D Wandler, D/A Wandler, Kopfhörerverstärker. Hilo vereinigt hierbei mit seinen insgesamt 12 Eingängen und 16 Ausgängen Anschlußvielfalt, Leistung und Kontrollmöglichkeiten in bisher noch nicht gesehener Form.Hilo bietet zweikanalige A/D Wandlung in Masteringqualität, bis zu 6 Kanäle D/A Wandlung, einen Line Eingang und einen Line Ausgang mit jeweils 8 Trimeinstellungen, einen zweiten unabhängigen Monitor Ausgang sowie einen ebenfalls unabhängigen, qualitativ extrem hochwertigen Kopfhörerverstärker in einem attraktiven kompakten Gehäuse halber Rackbreite. Erstmalig bei einem Zweikanal-Wandler besitzt Hilo einen innovativen 10 x 7,5 Zentimeter großen und mit 480 x 272 Pixeln aufgelösten, berührungsempfindlichen Farbbildschirm, über den die komplette Bedienung aller Funktionen des Wandlers vorgenommen werden kann.

The Hilo reference A/D D/A converter from Lynx Studio Technology completely redefines the concept and functionality of two-channel converters. Hilo is three devices in one: A/D converter, D/A converter, headphone amplifier. With a total of 12 inputs and 16 outputs, Hilo combines connectivity, performance and control in a way never seen before. Hilo offers two-channel A/D conversion in mastering quality, up to 6 channels of D/A conversion, a line input and a line output with 8 trim settings each, a second independent monitor output as well as an independent, extremely high quality headphone amplifier in an attractive, compact half-rack width housing. For the first time in a two-channel converter, Hilo has an innovative 10 x 7.5 centimetre touch-sensitive colour screen with a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels, which can be used to operate all of the converter's functions. All controls and signal routing are accessible via easy-to-use menus. The main page shows two stereo input bar graphs and three stereo output bar graphs. Optional displays offer two further selectable displays and even VU pointer instruments. Additional metering options, diagnostic modes and personalisation will be made available in the future via downloadable FPGA updates.

The Hilo reference A/D D/A converter from Lynx Studio Technologycompletely redefinesthe concept and functionalityof two-channel converters. Hilo is three devices in one: A/D converter, D/A converter, headphone amplifier. With a total of 12 inputs and 16 outputs, Hilo combines connectivity, performance and control in a way never seen before. Hilo offers two-channel A/D conversion in mastering quality, up to 6 channels of D/A conversion, a line input and a line output with 8 trim settings each, a second independent monitor output as well as an independent, extremely high quality headphone amplifier in an attractive, compact half-rack width housing. For the first time in a two-channel converter, Hilo has an innovative 10 x 7.5 centimetre touch-sensitive colour screen with a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels, which can be used to operate all of the converter's functions. All controls and signal routing are accessible via easy-to-use menus. The main page shows two stereo input bar graphs and three stereo output bar graphs. Optional displays offer two further selectable displays and even VU pointer instruments. Additional metering options, diagnostic modes and personalisation will be made available in the future via downloadable FPGA updates. The digital connection section offers a wide range of inputs and outputs. The AES/EBU inputs and outputs have transformer-coupled, balanced XLR connectors. The S/PDIF inputs and outputs are available as either transformer-coupled coaxial or optical TOSLINK connections. The optical ports can also be used for 8-channel ADAT operation. The ADAT input and output channels are completely independent of the AES/EBU or coaxial S/PDIF channels. Also included are the Lynx Low Jitter SynchroLock word clock technology, as well as one word clock input and output each.

We have looked at many converter designs and asked ourselves why innovations take place almost exclusively on the digital level and only very rarely on the analogue side. Perhaps it is because most developers have their background in digital technology and therefore tend to develop analogue technology according to the 'cookbook'.We have 30 years of experience in analogue technology and we find cookbook designs rather boring, inefficient and in need of improvement.The output of the DAC IC (AK4490) is an analogue signal that needs to be filtered with a low-pass filter. This analogue circuit is typically operated with the same voltage as the DAC IC - for example 5V. Imagine that the first stage that finds the analogue signal has a dynamic range and signal-to-noise ratio limited by this voltage. What a bottleneck.In the Mercury, our 120V technology is used instead of the standard technology. And it does so twice in the newly developed DLP120 module. DLP stands for "Dual Low Pass". These are two separate analogue filters using 120V technology. Depending on the type of digital signal, the analogue signal passes through the PCM or DSD filter and can freely unfold into a huge dynamic range. This is audibly better.The DA converter (DAC) in the Mercury is the AK4490 Velvet Sound® converter chip from AKM. This offers a bit depth of 32 bits and a maximum sampling rate of 768 kHz for PCM digital signals and DSD4 or DSD256 for direct stream digital signals.

The Blustream DA11ADE converts two digital Dante® channels to two unbalanced or balanced analogue audio outputs. It is powered via PoE (Power over Ethernet) from any PoE network switch. Alternatively, it can also be operated via an external 12V power supply unit. The DA11ADE also supports AES67 RTP audio transport.

The Aurora defined the standards in transparency, reliability and value stability for professional A/D D/A converters and is at the centre of professional recording studios around the world. The completely redesigned Aurora(n) continues this legacy. The new member of the Lynx family builds on the features that made the Aurora famous. The innovative design means that the Aurora(n) sounds better, is more flexible, fits better into new applications and is therefore even more suitable as the centrepiece of your recording studio. The Aurora(n) delivers the detailed recording and playback you expect today, while being expandable and ready for whatever the future holds for your studio. We've designed Aurora(n) to be the last audio converter you'll buy! Simply because we've listened to you and built a precision audio tool that's exactly what you want.

The ADI-2 DAC offers an improved SteadyClock, analogue circuitry tuned to perfection, the new MRC remote control, an Extreme Power headphone output and a special IEM output. It has all the special features that have made the ADI-2 Pro famous, above all its completely transparent sound and the sophisticated DSP processing with bass, treble, loudness, parametric 5-band EQ, crossfeed and much more. With its simplified operation and breathtaking design, it is the ideal centrepiece for the listener at home through to reference playback in the studio.The ADI-2 DAC is the version of the ADI-2 Pro, a studio AD/DA converter of the highest quality, optimised and adapted for home and hi-fi users. Packed with fresh ideas, innovative features and numerous useful functions, the ADI-2 DAC quickly became a reference. Thanks to its combination of high-end DA conversion with two exceptional headphone IEM outputs and a remote control, it has received countless rave reviews for its sound, flexibility and technical capabilities.The latest version of the ADI-2 DAC comes with an extended remote control, a further improved DA conversion and an adapted analogue output stage for even better noise and distortion values. To better appeal to home and hi-fi users, RME replaced some of the studio features with typical features of hi-fi devices. Equipped with a customised and extended range of functions and simplified operation, RME now presents the ADI-2 DAC. It is based on the technology, concept and functions of the ADI-2 Pro, but focusses on DA conversion in highest high-end quality, combined with two exceptional headphone and IEM outputs.Packaged in a compact 9.5 inch format, this little gem is equipped with the finest high-end electronics and offers reference conversion from SPDIF coaxial, SPDIF optical (ADAT compatible) and USB to RCA, XLR, TRS and mini jack.As the most flexible DAC on the market today, the ADI-2 DAC offers balanced and unbalanced analogue outputs, an Extreme Power headphone output, an ultra-low noise IEM output, SteadyClock FS, 4-stage hardware output level adjustment, DSP-based signal processing, external power supply, Class Compliant USB compatibility, sample rates up to 768 kHz and DSD playback. The SPDIF input signal can even be recorded via USB - as you would expect from RME, the DAC is a true 2-channel full-duplex audio interface.Improved DA conversionThe updated ADI-2 DAC utilises ESS ES9028Q2M in a special circuit variant developed by RME engineers, which allows the chip to perform at its best. Be it a signal-to-noise ratio of 123 dBA, distortion lower than -120 dB, or THD+N of -116 dB, the device delivers outstanding measured values. The IEM output achieves a sensationally low noise floor of -121 dBu. In addition, there is 2.5 dB of digital headroom, so that inter-sample peaks do not produce any audible distortion. The device also offers a significant reserve in the volume setting. +2.5 dB still results in an undistorted analogue output signal.There are no significant changes to its predecessor in terms of operation, features and behaviour, which is why neither the appearance nor the name have changed. All differences are explained in the detailed ADI-2 DAC manual.Even lower noise for IEM loversThe ongoing trend towards headphones has brought increased attention not only to conventional headphones, but also to IEMs (in-ear monitors) among audiophiles and music lovers. Modern IEMs have a reference quality sound that can easily compete with bulky over-ear headphones, making them not only a mobile alternative but also an interesting solution for the home.Modern IEMs are extremely sensitive and operate at very low voltages. As a side effect, however, they often make the background noise of the player, DAC or headphone amplifier audible. During the development of the Extreme Power headphone circuit, care was taken to keep the noise floor as low as possible. This has been confirmed in many tests (deep black background...). Even when using IEMs.Nevertheless, RME wanted to ensure that even the most sensitive IEM would deliver the full dynamic range to the ears of the most sensitive music listener. Also, high-quality outputs like the Extreme Power are not immune to operating errors and could overstrain ears like IEMs.RME's solution: add the most advanced IEM output imaginable as a second headphone output on the front of the ADI-2 DAC. Its noise floor is an astonishing 10 dB lower than that of the Extreme Power output (black hole...), the output impedance is close to zero ohms and the THD value reaches new record lows. Click-free on/off switching is just as much a matter of course as volume ramp-up, and the sound quality with every IEM is simply incredible. We are sure you will be thrilled!

Consistent further development of the successful Micro Clock MK2, six BNC outputs with clock rates up to 384kHz, AES and S/PDIF outputs with clock frequencies up to 192kHz, extremely low jitter thanks to strictly selected quartz oscillators, high musicality with detailed harmonics, ultra-precise signal separation and effective noise suppression, galvanic isolation of the signal path thanks to high-quality transformer balancing, clear LED display for frequency display, 1U rack mounting via enclosed accessories.

The M-1620 Pro converts 16 analogue line levels to and from digital - sources can be separate coax and SFP MADI, ADAT or Dante. In addition, two headphone outputs are available for monitoring. All components are housed in a 19" chassis with a newly designed front panel that combines individual level meters with a display. An indispensable addition for immersive audio installations, but also a versatile extension for any audio network.

The Aurora defined the standards in transparency, reliability and value stability for professional A/D D/A converters and is at the centre of professional recording studios around the world. The completely redesigned Aurora(n) continues this legacy. The new member of the Lynx family builds on the features that made the Aurora famous. The innovative design means that the Aurora(n) sounds better, is more flexible, fits better into new applications and is therefore even more suitable as the centrepiece of your recording studio. The Aurora(n) delivers the detailed recording and playback you expect today, while being expandable and ready for whatever the future holds for your studio. We've designed Aurora(n) to be the last audio converter you'll buy! Simply because we've listened to you and built a precision audio tool that's exactly what you want.

The Blustream DA11AEN converts two unbalanced or balanced analogue audio inputs into two digital Dante® channels. It is powered via PoE (Power over Ethernet) from any PoE network switch. Alternatively, it can also be powered by an external 12V power supply. The DA11AEN also supports AES67 RTP audio transport.

The Blustream DA11USB encodes 2-channel USB audio into a digital Dante® signal or decodes a digital Dante® signal into 2-channel USB audio. The DA11USB has both USB Type-B and USB-C connectors, which can be selected via a switch, and is a plug & play device that is powered either via PoE (Power Over Ethernet) or with 5 V from the USB device. The DA11USB also supports AES67 RTP audio transport.

The Aurora defined the standards in transparency, reliability and value stability for professional A/D D/A converters and is at the centre of professional recording studios around the world. The completely redesigned Aurora(n) continues this legacy. The new member of the Lynx family builds on the features that made the Aurora famous. The innovative design means that the Aurora(n) sounds better, is more flexible, fits better into new applications and is therefore even more suitable as the centrepiece of your recording studio. The Aurora(n) delivers the detailed recording and playback you expect today, while being expandable and ready for whatever the future holds for your studio. We've designed Aurora(n) to be the last audio converter you'll buy! Simply because we've listened to you and built a precision audio tool that's exactly what you want.

The VERTO series format converters integrate the ADAT and MADI digital formats into a Dante audio network in the simplest possible way. All in a compact 9.5" / 1U housing. Each device in the VERTO series has word clock inputs and outputs for external clocking and can be controlled remotely via MIDI or MIDI-over-MADI. Regardless of whether it is our A16, A32, Pulse16 converters or devices from other manufacturers: Simply connect to a VERTO converter via ADAT or MADI - and you're done.Not only the VERTO series itself, but also all other connected Ferrofish devices can be completely remote-controlled via the Dante network.