RME ADI- 2/4 Pro SE
2x AD/ 4x DA Converter
The ADI-2/4 Pro SE (Special Edition) will be the latest addition to the award winning ADI-2 Series and comes with a newly developed circuit board, improved specs and faster DSP for an outstanding transparent sound signature, extreme power headphone amplifiers including super low noise 4,4 mm Pentaconn balanced connection and trigger out function for powering on/off external devices.
Features
- 2 Channels Analog / Digital Converter
- 4 Channels Digital / Analog Converter
- AES / ADAT / SPDIF Interface
- 32 Bit / 768 kHz Digital Audio
- USB 2.0 Class Compliant
- 2 Extreme Power Headphone Outputs
- Digital Signal Processing
- Advanced Feature Set
- Remote Control Included
Shipping - December 2022 Order while Supplies Last
The ADI-2/4 Pro SE is a 2-channel analog input to digital and 4-channel digital to analog output converter in a half-rack (9.5") enclosure of 1 U height. Latest 32 bit / 768 kHz converters offer up to 123 dBA signal to noise ratio. This value is not only printed in the brochure – it is what the unit achieves in real-world operation.
Reference class tech specs throughout are combined with an unprecedented feature set. A powerful DSP adds all kinds of useful audio processing, including 5-band parametric EQ, fast Bass/Treble adjustment, Crossfeed, and a new concept in Loudness sound control.
Operation is quick and easy through 3 encoders with push button function and 4 more buttons to access dedicated menus. The unit remembers all current settings, even the menu position. Additionally the unit’s whole setup as well as equalizer settings can be stored under individual names.
A high resolution IPS panel for the graphical operation surface eases operation even more, and displays further functions provided by the DSP, namely Peak level meters, a 30-band analyzer in DIGICheck biquad filter technology, and a State Overview screen listing the current states of SPDIF, AES, USB and clock.
The digital inputs SPDIF coaxial (or optical) and AES operate simultaneously. An additional Sample Rate Converter decouples the SPDIF or AES clock for even simpler setups, and also supports up- and down-sampling of the input signals. SPDIF optical also supports 2 channels of ADAT operation, at up to 192 kHz.
When used as USB interface, the Class Compliant UAC 2 mode can be set to Stereo or Multichannel. Multi-channel mode turns the ADI-2/4 Pro SE into a 6 channel (Analog 1/2, AES, SPDIF) record and 8 channel (Analog 1/2/3/4, AES, SPDIF) playback audio interface, that even works as iPad front-end up at up to 192 kHz sample rate. In stereo mode sample rates up to 768 kHz are supported, for high resolution recordings or PCM, DXD and DSD record/playback.
The servo balanced analog inputs and dedicated balanced and unbalanced outputs are fitted with both XLR and 1/4" TRS jacks. The unit uses a fully balanced and DC-coupled circuit design, for highest phase accuracy at lowest roll-off. The only capacitors in the whole signal path, non-polar MUSE audio capacitors from Nichicon, reside directly at the input of the unit (external DC protection).
The two Extreme Power headphone outputs provide reference sound and headroom. RME’s True Balanced mode, one more of an endless feature list, realizes balanced phones operation independent from the XLR outputs.
To maintain the full dynamic range within the best operating level, discrete 5-stage reference level settings were realized for maximum dynamic range (+1, +7, +13, +19, +24 dBu). Also available are 0 to +6 dB digital trim for fine input sensitivity adjustment in steps of 0.5 dB.
The ADI-2/4 Pro SE supports sample rates between 44.1 kHz and 768 kHz. Furthermore, RME's SteadyClock FS guarantees exceptional performance in all clock modes. Thanks to a highly efficient jitter suppression, the AD- and DA-conversion always operates on highest sonic level, being completely independent from the quality of the incoming clock signal.
The ADI-2/4 Pro SE shines in both studio and home usage. Its click- and noise-free on/off operation and a comfortable, illuminated standby button add to the soft, modern desktop design.
Mobile and galvanically separated usage is possible through a 12V connector for easy battery connection.
In the Box:
- ADI-2/4 Pro SE
- Remote control with battery (MRC)
- Manual
- External switched power supply with IEC socket, lockable connector, DC 12 V 40 W
- Power cord
- Digital breakout cable AES/SPDIF (BO968)
- USB 2 cable, 1.8 m (6 ft)
- Quick start guide
