Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX

16 x 16 AD/DA Converter (ADAT/MADI)

The Pulse 16 MX is a high-quality and affordable AD/DA converter from German manufacturer Ferrofish, offering 16 x 16 studio-grade balanced analogue inputs and outputs up to 192kHz to and from ADAT and MADI – probably the most widely used digital audio interfaces available.

Up to 64 x 64 channels (or 16 x 16 channels at 192kHz) can be transmitted over a single optical MADI cable pair, making high-end multichannel recording simple. Alongside the MADI I/O, numerous ADAT channels are also provided: At 96kHz, 4 x 4 ADAT ports transfer 16 x 16 channels.

Packed in a compact 1U enclosure, the Pulse 16 MX delivers studio levels of up to +20dBu (individually adjustable in 1dB steps) via its 32 TRS connectors, whilst the low-latency converters - accompanied by a temperature-compensated clock and jitter reduction PLL - guarantee crystal-clear, transparent sound.

Configuring the device from the front panel is a breeze thanks to the two TFT screens. No need to consult the manual - all information is displayed clearly and easily found via the Pulse 16 MX’s menu system, all of which can also be remote-controlled via MIDI using Ferrofish’s RemoteFish control software.

The headphone output can be set to monitor any analogue or digital input or output: ideal for monitoring and troubleshooting.

Internal Routing Matrix

All 112 x 112 analogue and digital channels of the Pulse 16 MX are brought together in groups of 8 using the internal routing matrix. For easy monitoring, any channel, mono or stereo, can be selected for the headphone output.

Dual TFT Screens

Keep track of all 32 analogue channels at any time, with all input and output levels visible via the front panel’s two TFT screens. Status information and other functions are presented clearly and intuitively via the onboard menu system, so no need to consult the manual.

MADI Interface

The Pulse 16 MX has a modular MADI interface: The MADI SFP slot is equipped with an optical LC multimode module (included), which can be replaced, for example, by a Singlemode module, or a BNC connection (sold separately). In addition to the 64 x 64 audio channels, a MIDI signal is also embedded, which can be used for device control and for routing to the MIDI I/O connections.

Exceptional sound quality

The most recent converter generation from Cirrus Logic combines with an active digital jitter reduction circuit, resulting in highly detailed resolution and exceptional overall sound quality.

Whether you're working in 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz or 192 kHz – the Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX can deliver a full complement of 16 x 16 channels at the highest quality.

Remote Control via RemoteFish (Mac/PC)

Remote control your Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX via MIDI with Ferrofish’s RemoteFish software, available as a free download for both Mac and PC.

RemoteFish provides an extended user interface for control over all input and output gains, channel routing, adjusting settings, and saving and loading presets, including control over multiple Ferrofish devices.

Features

16 x analogue inputs (TRS)
16 x analogue outputs (TRS)
4 x ADAT I/O (32 x 32 channels)
1 x MADI I/O (64 x 64 channels)
2 x TFT screens display for control over all levels and system settings
Wordclock I/O (BNC)
 1 x MIDI I/O
Sample Rates up to 192 kHz / 24 Bit
Remote control via MIDI
Proprietary circuit for active jitter reduction
Headphone Output
Fan-less design – no noise!
1HE, 19“ solid metal chassis
Software Control via RemoteFish (Mac / PC

Specification

MADI I/O (AES10):

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

ADAT I/O:

4 x 4 optical ports
32 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
16 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
Latency: 2 samples

Word Clock I/O:

BNC: 1 x input, 1 x output
75 Ohm Termination switchable for input

MIDI I/O:

2 x DIN5 connector for remote control of the unit
Conversion MIDI <> MIDI over MADI possible (MADI MX option required.)

A/D converter:

2 x CS5368 (Cirrus Logic)

D/A converter:

2 x CS4365 (Cirrus Logic)

Inputs (analogue):

16 x TRS ¼” (6.3mm), female
Digital sensitivity: +20dBu...-8dBu in single steps of 1dB
Latency: @48kHz: 7.8/fs, 0.16ms, @96kHz: 5.4/fs, 0.06ms, @192kHz: 6.6/fs, 0.03ms

Outputs (analogue):

16 x TRS ¼” (6.3mm), female
Digital gain: +20dBu...-8dBu in single steps of 1dB
Latency: @48kHz: 12/fs, 0.25ms, @96kHz: 9/fs, 0.09ms, @192kHz: 5/fs, 0.03ms

Op-Amps:

RC4580

LCD Displays:

2 x TFT Colour Screens for the complete control of all analogue 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

Headphones:

1 x ¼” (6.3mm) TRS jack, stereo
Selectable mono or stereo source
Digitally controlled volume level

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)

PLL:

Digitally controlled PLL with active jitter reduction
Output jitter: 50ps ... 100ps typ.

Internal Clock:

TCXO (temp. compensated oscillator) with high accuracy.
Initial accuracy: +/-1.5ppm
Over temperature range: +/-2.5ppm
Aging: +/-1ppm

Fuse:

Polyfuse, internal, self-resetting

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

Dimensions:

Width 1RU (19” rack unit)
Height 1RU
Depth: 19cm (7.5”) (jack dimensions included)

Weight:

2 kg (4.4lbs)

Temperature:

+5° to +45° celsius

Humidity:

< 75%, non-condensing

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