Ferrofish A32 Pro 32×32 AD/DA Converter Singlemode w/ MADI & ADAT

The A32pro is based on a new modular hardware platform and is packed with analog and digital interfaces. In addition to the 32? 32 balanced studio-quality analog inputs and outputs and the stereo main out up to 192kHz, the A32pro offers both ADAT and MADI. probably the most widely used digital audio interfaces available. In addition to the optical first MADI module, another SFP MADI module can be added. Different modes allow redundant operation of both interfaces: If one fails, the other one is activated automatically. Speaking of redundancy: If desired, two power supplies can be connected to the device. All power supplies and interfaces are permanently monitored: In the event of a failure, an error message is output on the TFT screens and the General Purpose Output (GPO) to connect it to additional hardware.

Packed into a compact 1RU, the highly integrated converter is equipped with 32 x 32 balanced analog channels, brought out on eight D-SUB connectors. They deliver studio levels up to +20dBu, individually adjustable in 1dB steps.

The sophisticated design, using the latest generation of ESS converters, accompanied with a temperature-compensated clock and jitter reduction PLL, guarantees the best crystal clear sound up to 192kHz. The A32pro is not just a converter, but thanks to its flexibility, using a sophisticated routing matrix, it is also a digital format converter for integrating your existing and future MADI and ADAT equipment.

Even operation of the A32pro is done without any compromise, almost self-explaining, as with all Ferrofish products: A total of four multitouch TFT screens show the levels of all 64 I/O channels, it can’t be done better. Controlling the unit also benefits from the screens due to its highly intuitive graphical user interface. The remote control is of course also possible via USB, MIDI, MIDI-over-MADI or GPI. Even a simple MIDI CC mode lets you control the most wanted parameters from distance.

The two headphone outputs let you monitor any analog or digital input or output. For more demanding tasks, the headphone monitoring matrix even features an M/S decoder mode and a balanced operation mode for high-end headphones.

You need more? Then the A32pro Dante ? a version with an additional 64 x 64 Dante channels ? is what you need. The A32pro brings 12 years of experience in converter technology to the point, uncompromising to the last detail. All packed in only 1HU rack housing, of course fanless!

Features

• Singlemode Model
• Redundant MADI I/O System
• Dual Slots for DSP Sticks
• 4 x Multitouch TFT User Interface
• Redundant Power Supply
• Internal Routing Matrix
• Flexible Remote Control
• 4 x 4 D-Sub25
• Singlemode MADI I/O: Dual SFP Slots
• USB Type-B
• 4 x 4 ADAT Toslink
• MIDI I/O
• 2x Phones stereo TRS (Front)
• Word Clock I/O
• 192 kHz operation (S/MUX up to 192kHz).
• GPIO Port for remote preset switching and alert monitoring
• DSP Plugin-ready
• A/D and D/A converters with switchable filters
• Dual Headphone output for easy monitoring
• MIDI over MADI Preset Management
• Extensive routing/mixing possibilities
• Redundancy (MADI I/O, Dante I/O, Power Supplies)
• Temperature-compensated oscillator, with high accuracy
• Initial accuracy: +/-1.5ppm
• Over temperature range: +/-2.5ppm
• Aging: +/-1ppm
• Digitally controlled PLL / Jitter reduction system
• Output jitter: 50ps? 100ps Typ.
• 4 x TFT Multitouch Screen User Interface
• Two-layer illuminated touch-sensitive high-resolution encoder
• Highly intuitive control of the unit
• SHARC ADSP-2148x series DSP
• Routing and processing of all 384 audio channels
• Source to headphone output
• Calculation of upcoming audio processing algorithms
• 1RU, fanless design
• Depth: 31cm (12.6?) (including connectors)
• Weight: 4.1kg (9 lbs)