
Description
Equipped with +24 dB Digital Gain option.
The PULSE16 DX is the high-quality solution to connect and route a wide range of Analog, MADI, ADAT and Dante equipment – with up to 192 kHz.
The high-density converter provides 16 x 16 balanced analoge TRS-I/Os. Combined with a temperature-compensated high-precision clock and an active jitter reduction hardware design, the 354-channel DX delivers an exceptional detailed sound.
On the digital side, the multi-format device provides an optical MADI I/O with 64 I/Os. 2 x 4 ADAT ports can convert all 16 analog I/Os – even with up to 96 kHz.
On top of it, the DX adds 64 x 64 channels of Dante/AES67 to an already impressive array of various I/Os – unique in this size and price range.
The Pulse16DX incorporates a Word Clock I/O and a MIDI I/O for embedding signals and remote control of the unit. Many popular features from the flagship A32 have been added as well: Preset Management, Panel Lock and the sophisticated routing matrix.
All in all the fan-less, small footprint device is a huge problem solver for studio and live sound applications.
An exceptional choice for live sound, recording, broadcast and house of worship. Wherever high-end, multi-format conversion, including network audio, is required.
High Quality AD/DA
The PULSE16 DX uses the most recent low-latency AD&DA generation from Cirrus Logic. The high performance converters capture and restore audio signals with all details, a highly neutral frequency response and low distortion. All analog inputs and output are using balanced TRS jacks, and can be set independently to levels between -8dBu and +20dBu in steps of 1 dB.
Dante Plug & Play Eco System
The PULSE16 DX fits directly into scalable network infrastructures of the Dante Eco System – with Plug & Play. The powerful Dante control software allows the routing of all channels freely within the network. Combined with the Virtual Dante soundcard, the PULSE16 DX turns into a powerful audio interface.
Optical MADI I/O
The PULSE16 DX provides a MADI SFP module with optical LC connector. The MADI I/O supports daisy-chain delay compensation and carries MIDI-over-MADI. The default Multimode module can be exchanged with a Singlemode module (order here).
Internal Routing Matrix
The PULSE16 DX provides a sophisticated internal matrix for the free routing and splitting of all 176 Ins to all 176 Outs in blocks of 8 channels. The headphone output on the front allows it to monitor every mono or stereo I/O directly on the unit.
Dual TFT Display
Two high-resolution TFT displays provide detailed level information for all 2 x 16 analog signals – allowing the overview of the signal flow in and out of the unit. The innovative on-board contextual help, much loved by Ferrofish users, allows it to use the high-tech device, without reaching for the manual.
Flexible Remote Control
The PULSE16 DX can be remotely controlled via MIDI, MIDI-over-MADI and the Dante Network. Dante and MADI audio streams can be used to send and receive embedded MIDI messages.
MADI I/O (AES10) | |
Type | SFP port for MADI optical Multimode or Singlemode SFP module |
Processing | 64 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz 32 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz 16 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz |
Support of MIDI over MADI | Yes |
Latency | 2 samples |
Analog Inputs (AD) | |
Processing | 2 x CS5368 (Cirrus Logic) |
Connectors | 16 x TRS _Ó (6.3mm), female |
Analog switches | +20dBu, +13dBu, +4dBu |
Digital gain | +20dBu ... -8dBu, 1dB steps |
Latency | @48kHz: 7.8/fs, 0.16ms @96kHz: 5.4/fs, 0.06ms @192kHz: 6.6/fs, 0.03ms |
OpAmps | RC4580 |
Level indicator | TFT screen, 28 levels |
Analog Outputs (DA) | |
Processing | 2 x CS4365 (Cirrus Logic) |
Connectors | 16 x TRS _Ó (6.3mm), female |
Digital gain | +20dBu ... -8 dBu, 1dB steps |
Latency | @48kHz: 12/fs, 0.25ms @96kHz: 9/fs, 0.09ms @192kHz: 5/fs, 0.03ms |
OpAmps | RC4580 |
Headphones Out | |
Connection | 1 x _Ó (6.3mm) TRS jack, stereo |
Controls | Selectable mono or stereo source. Digitally controlled volume level. |
ADAT I/O | |
Connection | 4+4 optical ports (8 channels each with 48 kHz) |
Conversion | 16 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz 16 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz 8 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz (SMUX4 - only with installed MADI MX option) |
Latency | 2 samples |
MIDI I/O | |
Connection | 2 x DIN5 connector for remote control of the unit |
Conversion | MIDI <> MIDI over MADI possible (MADI MX option required.) |
Wordclock I/O | |
Type | BNC: 1 x input, 1 x output 75 Ohm Termination switchable for input |
Power Supply | |
Rating | 12V, 3A 1 x power supply included |
Connection | 1 x input jack with screw lock. |
Power required | 12VA in operation, 0,1VA in standby mode (Efficiency Level VI) |
Circuit Protection | Internal resettable polyfuse |
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 | |
Type | TCXO (temp. compensated oscillator) with high accuracy |
Initial accuracy | +/-1.5ppm |
Over temperature range | +/-2.5ppm |
Aging | +/-1ppm |
PLL | |
Type | Digitally controlled PLL / Jitter reduction system |
Output jitter | 50ps ... 100ps typ. |
LCD Displays | |
Type | 2 x TFT Color Screens for the complete control of all analog I/O levels and all settings of the unit |
Control | One Key Control provides an easy control of all functions. Multi language help pages guides available (No need to study the manual.) |
Dimensions | |
Rack Space | 1RU |
Depth | 19cm (7.5Ó) (including connectors) |
Weight | 2 kg (4.4lbs) |
Ambient temperature | 41¡F up to 113¡F (+5¡C up to +45¡C) |
Equipped with +24 dB Digital Gain option.
The PULSE16 DX is the high-quality solution to connect and route a wide range of Analog, MADI, ADAT and Dante equipment – with up to 192 kHz.
The high-density converter provides 16 x 16 balanced analoge TRS-I/Os. Combined with a temperature-compensated high-precision clock and an active jitter reduction hardware design, the 354-channel DX delivers an exceptional detailed sound.
On the digital side, the multi-format device provides an optical MADI I/O with 64 I/Os. 2 x 4 ADAT ports can convert all 16 analog I/Os – even with up to 96 kHz.
On top of it, the DX adds 64 x 64 channels of Dante/AES67 to an already impressive array of various I/Os – unique in this size and price range.
The Pulse16DX incorporates a Word Clock I/O and a MIDI I/O for embedding signals and remote control of the unit. Many popular features from the flagship A32 have been added as well: Preset Management, Panel Lock and the sophisticated routing matrix.
All in all the fan-less, small footprint device is a huge problem solver for studio and live sound applications.
An exceptional choice for live sound, recording, broadcast and house of worship. Wherever high-end, multi-format conversion, including network audio, is required.
High Quality AD/DA
The PULSE16 DX uses the most recent low-latency AD&DA generation from Cirrus Logic. The high performance converters capture and restore audio signals with all details, a highly neutral frequency response and low distortion. All analog inputs and output are using balanced TRS jacks, and can be set independently to levels between -8dBu and +20dBu in steps of 1 dB.
Dante Plug & Play Eco System
The PULSE16 DX fits directly into scalable network infrastructures of the Dante Eco System – with Plug & Play. The powerful Dante control software allows the routing of all channels freely within the network. Combined with the Virtual Dante soundcard, the PULSE16 DX turns into a powerful audio interface.
Optical MADI I/O
The PULSE16 DX provides a MADI SFP module with optical LC connector. The MADI I/O supports daisy-chain delay compensation and carries MIDI-over-MADI. The default Multimode module can be exchanged with a Singlemode module (order here).
Internal Routing Matrix
The PULSE16 DX provides a sophisticated internal matrix for the free routing and splitting of all 176 Ins to all 176 Outs in blocks of 8 channels. The headphone output on the front allows it to monitor every mono or stereo I/O directly on the unit.
Dual TFT Display
Two high-resolution TFT displays provide detailed level information for all 2 x 16 analog signals – allowing the overview of the signal flow in and out of the unit. The innovative on-board contextual help, much loved by Ferrofish users, allows it to use the high-tech device, without reaching for the manual.
Flexible Remote Control
The PULSE16 DX can be remotely controlled via MIDI, MIDI-over-MADI and the Dante Network. Dante and MADI audio streams can be used to send and receive embedded MIDI messages.
MADI I/O (AES10) | |
Type | SFP port for MADI optical Multimode or Singlemode SFP module |
Processing | 64 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz 32 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz 16 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz |
Support of MIDI over MADI | Yes |
Latency | 2 samples |
Analog Inputs (AD) | |
Processing | 2 x CS5368 (Cirrus Logic) |
Connectors | 16 x TRS _Ó (6.3mm), female |
Analog switches | +20dBu, +13dBu, +4dBu |
Digital gain | +20dBu ... -8dBu, 1dB steps |
Latency | @48kHz: 7.8/fs, 0.16ms @96kHz: 5.4/fs, 0.06ms @192kHz: 6.6/fs, 0.03ms |
OpAmps | RC4580 |
Level indicator | TFT screen, 28 levels |
Analog Outputs (DA) | |
Processing | 2 x CS4365 (Cirrus Logic) |
Connectors | 16 x TRS _Ó (6.3mm), female |
Digital gain | +20dBu ... -8 dBu, 1dB steps |
Latency | @48kHz: 12/fs, 0.25ms @96kHz: 9/fs, 0.09ms @192kHz: 5/fs, 0.03ms |
OpAmps | RC4580 |
Headphones Out | |
Connection | 1 x _Ó (6.3mm) TRS jack, stereo |
Controls | Selectable mono or stereo source. Digitally controlled volume level. |
ADAT I/O | |
Connection | 4+4 optical ports (8 channels each with 48 kHz) |
Conversion | 16 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz 16 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz 8 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz (SMUX4 - only with installed MADI MX option) |
Latency | 2 samples |
MIDI I/O | |
Connection | 2 x DIN5 connector for remote control of the unit |
Conversion | MIDI <> MIDI over MADI possible (MADI MX option required.) |
Wordclock I/O | |
Type | BNC: 1 x input, 1 x output 75 Ohm Termination switchable for input |
Power Supply | |
Rating | 12V, 3A 1 x power supply included |
Connection | 1 x input jack with screw lock. |
Power required | 12VA in operation, 0,1VA in standby mode (Efficiency Level VI) |
Circuit Protection | Internal resettable polyfuse |
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 | |
Type | TCXO (temp. compensated oscillator) with high accuracy |
Initial accuracy | +/-1.5ppm |
Over temperature range | +/-2.5ppm |
Aging | +/-1ppm |
PLL | |
Type | Digitally controlled PLL / Jitter reduction system |
Output jitter | 50ps ... 100ps typ. |
LCD Displays | |
Type | 2 x TFT Color Screens for the complete control of all analog I/O levels and all settings of the unit |
Control | One Key Control provides an easy control of all functions. Multi language help pages guides available (No need to study the manual.) |
Dimensions | |
Rack Space | 1RU |
Depth | 19cm (7.5Ó) (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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