RME ADI-8 DS Mk III 24 Bit / 192 kHz, 8-channel ADAT & AES/EBU Converter & Digital Format Converter & Digital Patch Bay ADI8DSMK3

RME ADI-8 DS Mk III 24 Bit / 192 kHz, 8-channel ADAT & AES/EBU Converter & Digital Format Converter & Digital Patch Bay ADI8DSMK3

The ADI-8 DS Mk III eight-Channel High-End AD/DA Converter & Digital to Digital Format Converter from RME is an 8-channel AD and DA converter in reference quality. The device is providing several features like SyncCheck, SteadyClock, ICC (Intelligent Clock Control), 4 hardware reference levels up to +24 dBu, AES/EBU and ADAT I/O, 192 kHz sample rate, and a digital patch mode in a standard 19" box with 1U height. The ADI-8 DS Mk III Converter is an extremely flexible eight-channel AD/DA converter and digital to digital format converter. The device is combining good analog circuit design with low-latency AD/DA converter chips. Along with SteadyClock, the converter is offering AD and DA conversion.

The ADI-8 DS Mk III Converter uses a completely symmetrical signal path that offers low distortion and high signal to noise ratio in all level settings. To maintain full dynamic range within all operating levels, the ADI-8 DS Mk III Converter uses discrete gain stages that are switched electronically, so that no additional noise or distortion is introduced into the audio path. This AD/DA converter provides sample rates up to 192 kHz with a SNR of 120 dBA. On the digital side, SteadyClock, RME’s clock technology and jitter suppression ensures good sound quality regardless of the quality of the reference clock signal. This converter also offers other typical RME features such as ICC (Intelligent Clock Control), SyncCheck, and SyncAlign.

The ADI-8 DS Mk III Converter has separated driver stages for TRS and D-sub outputs. The servo-balanced TRS jacks will work up to +21 dBu. When selecting +24 dBu the balanced D-sub connector outputs will provide the higher output level, while TRS stays at +19 dBu. Two ADAT I/Os support up to 8 channels at 96 kHz (S/MUX) and 4 channels at 192 kHz (S/MUX4). A 25-pin AES/EBU interface features 8 channels at 192 kHz. All outputs can be used simultaneously, i.e., analog (balanced TRS and/or D-sub), ADAT, AES/EBU. The converter provides inputs via TRS or D-sub connectors. Both operate servo-balanced and accept levels up to +24 dBu.

A digital patchbay with free choice of source and destination setup can be used to convert ADAT to AES, AES to ADAT, cross-convert them at the same time, pass ADAT on to ADAT while monitored analog, etc. The ADAT outputs also feature copy mode for connection of 2 different ADAT devices. These powerful and easy to use modes add significant value to the conversion quality.

The converter features a specially developed internal high-performance switching power supply, which provides operation with voltages ranging from 100 to 240 VAC. It is short-circuit proof, has an integrated line filter, is fully regulated against voltage fluctuations, and suppresses mains interference.

RME ADI8DSMK3

• Input: AD:
  8 x 1/4" TRS jack
  1 x 25-pin D-sub
  Servo balanced, completely symmetrical audio path
  DA:
  4 x AES/EBU (25-pin D-sub connector)
  2 x ADAT optical
  Word Clock: 
  1 x BNC connector, push switch toggles 75-ohm internal termination
• Output: AD:
  4 x AES/EBU (25-pin D-sub connector)
  2 x ADAT optical
  DA:
  8 x 1/4" TRS jack, servo balanced, up to +21 dBu
  1 x 25-pin D-sub, balanced, up to +24 dBu
  Word Clock: 
  1 x BNC Connector
• Dynamic Range: AD: 119 dBA
  DA: 120 dBA unmuted
• THD: AD: < -110 dB (< 0.00032%)
  DA: < -104 dB (< 0.00063%)
• THD + N: AD: < -104 dB (< 0.00063%)
  DA: < -102 dB (< 0.0008%)
• Crosstalk: AD: > 110 dB
  DA: > 110 dB
• Input / Output Level: Input Level for 0 dBFS: +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu, +4.2 dBu
  Output Level for 0 dBFS: +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu, +4.2 dBu
  Input / Output Level at 0 dBFS @ -10 dBV: +2 dBV
• Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2 , 96, 176.4, 192 kHz, variable (sync/word)
• Frequency Response: AD/DA:
  -0.1 dB: 10 Hz to 23.2 kHz (@ 48 kHz)
  -0.5 dB: < 5 Hz to 43 kHz (@ 96 kHz)
  -1 dB :< 5 Hz to 85 kHz (@ 192 kHz)
• Power Supply: 1 x IEC power input receptacle
  Internal switching mode, 100 to 240 VAC
• Dimensions (W x H x D): With Rack Ears: 19 x 1.73 x 9.5" (48.3 x 4.4 x 24.2 cm)
  Without Rack Ears: 17.2 x 1.73 x 9.3" (43.6 x 4.4 x 23.5 cm)
• Weight: 4.4 lb (2 kg)

Packaging Info

• Package Weight: 10.3 lb
• Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 22.1 x 12.5 x 4.5"