Incorporating the company's Swiss expertise in high-end analog and digital technology, MERGING+ANUBIS SPS Ravenna/AES67 Audio Interfaceis a compact audio interface that can serve as a powerful Ravenna-network system controller and interface, with the added ability to link directly to a computer DAW. This Seamless Protection Switching (SPS) Premium variant has been developed specifically to address the demands of broadcast facilities that depend on an IP infrastructure. Featuring no-compromise ST2022-7 Class-C and NMOS compliance, it provides an extremely efficient and cost-effective solution for AoIP stream monitoring and management for demanding audio professionals.

MERGING+ANUBIS SPS Premium is unique in its configurability to perform your mission without changing the hardware. Included is the company's new 32-bit dual PreAmp topology, high-fidelity headphone amps, D/A converters derived from years of audiophile experience, all combined with a powerful low-latency mixing engine evolved from 25 years of DAW design. The interface is designed in Switzerland, where it is assembled and tested to the same exacting standards as the company's line of flagship products, and is intended to deliver the same exceptional level of performance and reliability.

For Broadcast Facilities    32-Bit / 44.1 to 352.8 kHz DXD    32-Bit / 44.1 to 384 kHz PCM, DSD256    Seamless Protection Switching    Ravenna/AES67, ST2110 and ST2022-7 Modes    PoE/DC Power, Mac/Windows/Linux    2 XLR Mic Pres, 2 1/4" Line / Hi-Z Ins    2 Headphone Outs, 4 Line Outs    Monitor Control Section    FPGA-Based DSP Mixer with Effects

• ST2022-7 Seamless Protection Switching: The interface features two network ports for ST2022-7 Seamless Protection Switching compliance.
• Sample Rates: From 44.1 to 352.8 kHz (DXD) and 384 kHz (PCM) at a 32-bit resolution, plus high-resolution DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256 formats.
• NMOS: MERGING+ANUBIS SPS is capable of registering itself onto an NMOS server and complying with connection requests from a compliant NMOS Network Manager such as VideoIPath from Nevion (NMOS IS-04 and NMOS IS-05).
• SMPTE ST2110: Merging Technologies has implemented ST2110 and AES67. MERGING+ANUBIS SPS meets the demanding requirements of JT-NM and is self-certified.
• RAVENNA / AES67 Built-In: Using Ravenna/AES67, MERGING+ANUBIS SPS is able to flexibly connect to every single input and output across standard networks, using off-the-shelf network equipment.
• DC- or POE-Powered, or Both: Protect your production with audio-network seamless switching and power switching. Connect MERGING+ANUBIS SPS to DC and POE power supplies. Should one fail, MERGING+ANUBIS SPS will switch to the other seamlessly.
• Switch Mode: MERGING+ANUBIS SPS can be used in switch mode instead of redundant ST2022-7 mode, removing the necessity to have a network switch in scenarios where a DAW simply needs to be connected to the interface for mobile recording.
• Accessible and Controllable Remotely: Anubis configuration, presets, and features are completely accessible remotely for very fast troubleshooting and deployment.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you simultaneously output to speakers while in stream mode connected to an iPhone, iPad or computer?

A: Yes, you can use the Zoom AMS-24 2x4 USB Audio Interface in Streaming mode while connected to an iPhone, iPad or computer and simultaneously output audio to speakers.

Q: 2. Can the inputs be from a line-level source and be Left/Right to create a stereo input?

A: The RODE AI-Micro USB-C Audio Interface (B&H # ROAIMICRO) is expecting a mic-level signal and may not accept a line-level signal from a device appropriately. If the device output you are using can be attenuated to mic-level, it stands a good chance of working with the AI-Micro as desired. Input 1 can be configured as a single stereo TRS input for use with stereo microphones.

Q: 3. I'm looking for a way to pipe the signal coming out of the Moto M2 into a streaming setup that accepts hdmi input. Any suggestions?

A: It would depend on what kind of device you want to connect it to. If you are referencing a streaming switcher, you would just plug this interface into the same computer that you are using to stream and designate the interface as your audio input source from your System Preferences or Settings on your computer.

Q: 4. Would this work with a pair of DPA 4060 microphones, adapted to 3.5mm, to record left/right stereo?

A: The DPA 4060 Lavalier Microphone requires 5 to 10V of power, so it is not an ideal candidate for use with the RODE AI-Micro USB-C Audio Interface, as the phone will not supply ample power for two 4060 mics. In order to use the DPA 4060, each mic would need to have its own phantom power supply, then be adapted for connection to the 3.5mm mic input on the AI-Micro. This means that if the 4060 mics have Microdot connectors, they would need to be adapted first to XLR male using the DPA Microphones DAD6001 Microdot to 3-Pin XLR Adapter (B&H # DPDAD6001BC), then connected to a phantom power supply such as the Rolls PB224 - 2-Channel Portable Battery Operated Phantom Power Supply (B&H # ROPB224), which would then be followed by a short XLR female to 3.5mm TRS male adapter cable like the Kopul XRSM 3-Pin XLR Female to 3.5mm RA Stereo Mini-Plug Cable - 1.5' (B&H # KOXRSM015B) to enable connection to the AI-Micro. The locking 3.5mm adapters for Sennheiser and Sony will not work with the AI Micro, which has non-locking 3.5mm inputs.

Q: 5. Wiil this work with Rodecaster pro 2 USB inputs?

A: The RODE AI-Micro USB-C Audio Interface will not work with the RodeCaster Pro 2's USB-C input.

Q: 6. Will this device work with a chromebook?

A: No, the Zoom AMS-22 USB-C Audio Interface (BH #ZOZAMS2) is not compatible with Google Chromebooks. It will only work with devices running macOS, Windows, iOS, or Android operating systems.

Q: 7. Can I use this on a smartphone to listen to in-call audio on the headphone output and input audio from a small shotgun mic?

A: With an app yes you should.

Q: 8. Can I connect XLR dynamic mic (Sennheiser 845 etc.) via Rode VXLR+ converter? Thanks.

A: Rode VXLR+ would not be compatible for this kind of solution. Rode VXLR+ is for converting 3.5mm connection microphones that require mic plugin power, going into XLR mic inputs with phantom power available. You can connect the Sennheiser e845 to the Rode AI Micro using a Kopul XRSM cable (KOXRSM15B).

Q: 9. I see that there's a "mix" control on the fron. Will this allow me to produce a mono mix of two microphones to both the USB feed and the line out to feed a single PA speaker?

A: The "Mix" control on the front of the PreSonus AudioBox GO Ultracompact 2x2 USB Type-C Audio Interface allows the user to blend of the zero-latency live input signal and the return signal from your computer as desired.

Q: 10. Can I use Pro Tools software with this?

A: I use it with Logic and Garage Band, so I assume you can. There maybe some info online about compatibility as well, I assume. Hope that's helpful.