Burl Audio BAD16 – 16-Channel ADC Card for B16 Mothership

Name: Burl Audio BAD16 - 16-Channel ADC Card for B16 Mothership
SKU: BUR-B16-BAD16

Original price was: $6,498.00.Current price is: $5,848.20.

16-channel horizontal A/D converter card for the B16 Mothership chassis, featuring Class A circuitry and Burl’s NextGen input with a BX8 transformer. It offers high channel density and premium audio quality at a competitive price.

SKU: BUR-B16-BAD16 Categories: A/D Converters, Audio / MIDI Interfaces, COMPUTER MUSIC, Converters, OUTBOARD

Brands: Burl Audio

Description

Burl Audio BAD16 – 16-Channel ADC Card for B16 Mothership

OVERVIEW

The Burl Audio BAD16 – in horizontal orientation – is a 16-channel analog-to-digital daughter card designed for integration with the Burl Audio B16 Mothership chassis. Building on the success of Burl Audio’s BAD4 and BAD8, the BAD16 brings over 25 years of converter design expertise into a state-of-the-art analog circuitry and A/D conversion setup. This no-compromise design uses a Class A discrete transistor signal path for optimal sound quality. Equipped with Burl’s acclaimed NextGen analog input section, the BAD16 features the latest BX8 transformer, which enables a compact form factor and allows for higher channel density. With this setup, the BAD16 delivers Burl’s renowned audio quality at a competitive per-channel price.

*The B16 Mothership, a compact 2U chassis with two slots, incorporates the same cutting-edge technology as the flagship B80, delivering Burl’s legendary sound quality in a smaller, more portable format. Designed to accept any combination of optional I/O cards, the B16 is an ideal solution for budget-conscious recording musicians and project studios that aim to elevate their sound quality.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Acclaimed Converters with an Analog Sound

Burl Audio A/D converters are renowned for their analog-like sound and responsiveness, offering sonic qualities akin to an analog tape machine. This allows users to shape their tone based on input levels, benefiting from precision conversion that captures a rich, highly detailed sound. Designed for use with the Burl Audio B16 Mothership chassis, these converter modules feature a Class A signal path with discrete transistors for top-tier conversion quality. Each channel is transformer-balanced, and higher signal levels drive a pleasing saturation effect. With the combination of transparent, vibrant conversion and the analog vibe of classic recording systems, Burl Audio gear is ideal for tracking everything in your studio.

Burl Audio: Pro Gear Driven by Audiophile Sensibility

Burl Audio, based out of Paradise Recording – a professional studio in Santa Cruz, California – conducts extensive R&D that includes both real-world listening tests and stringent bench tests for uncompromising quality. Driven by an audiophile sensibility, Burl Audio designs and manufactures its gear in the US, ensuring years of dependable service for professional recording engineers. The company’s mission is straightforward: to deliver the highest-quality pro audio equipment that enhances recording, mixing, and mastering. Burl Audio’s innovative solutions not only sound exceptional but also address the unique demands of the digital era intelligently and effectively.