Antelope Pure2 - AD/DA Converter & Master Clockfrom Antelope Pure2 - AD/DA Converter & Master Clockis a two-channel, mastering-grade 24-bit/192 kHz analog-to digital/digital-to-analog converter and master clock utilizing the same technology found in the company's flagship Isochrone Trinity master clock and the Orion32 AD/DA. Acoustically Focused Clocking (AFC) technology is coupled with pristine analog circuitry and driven by a proprietary multi-stage linear power supply for digital clarity and analog realism.

To insure playback repeatability the unit features a relay-controlled analog volume attenuator. An intuitive software control panel for Mac or Windows provides the user with the ability to manage all facets of the unit's operation while also being configurable via the front panel using user-definable presets.

A/D with Optimized Overloads Handling    Dual DAC Architecture    Dedicated Headphone D/A Converter    Relay-Based Analog Volume Control    Multiple Wordclock Outputs    AES and S/PDIF I/O    4th Generation AFC Jitter Management

• Utilizes Burr-Brown (TI) A/D converter PCM4222

• Carefully optimized analog driver stage gently handles overloads, contributing to distinct analog sound and smoother clipping

• Main D/A conversion designed with a dual DAC architecture, providing separate DAC chips for the left and the right channels.

• The design significantly enhances the signal-to-noise ratio and greatly improves stereo imaging

• Conversion timing and the sync of all digital studio devices is kept stable by the 4th generation 64-bit AFC jitter management and oven-controlled crystal oscillator

• With several Wordclock outputs, Pure2 can function as the master clock for an entire studio and can also be locked to Antelope's 10M Atomic Clock for even greater clocking stability

• High-end headphone amplifier powered by a dedicated D/A converter allows for greater convenience and better routing flexibility

• The separate DAC provides the option for monitoring a secondary source independent from the main outs

• Analog volume control

• Stepped relay attenuator with 0.05 dB precision provides optimal monitoring transparency of the main outs

• Includes a highly intuitive software control panel (compatible with both Mac and PC) enabling users to manage all facets of its operation from a computer

• The front panel also includes user-definable presets for added routing convenience and efficiency

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the CD player connect to the Analog Inputs in the back panel? What type of cable connectors should be used? RCA?

A: The best way to connect a consumer CD player to this unit would be to utilize either the S/PDIF Coaxial or S/PDIF Optical digital inputs. The analog inputs are balanced 1/4-inch TRS or XLR, and usually connect to professional audio gear, such as a mixing board or a CD player, such as the Tascam CD-500B Single-Rackspace CD Player (Balanced), BH #TACD500B.

Q: 2. I'm planning use same speakers for HTPC and turntable. Can I use that device as some kind of pre / pro with turntable when my HTPC will be switch off? And if answer is yes then how can I set up volume?

A: The The Aurora 16 USB from Lynx Studio Technology will not operate in standalone mode. A more appropriate device for your HTPC setup would be the RME Fireface UFX II USB Audio Interface; B&H# RMUFX2.

Q: 3. What frequency? Square or sine wave output?

A: The Antelope Isochrone Trinity Master Clock Generator (B&H # ANISOTR) features three (3) independent and simultaneous audio generators up to 384kHz and varispeed control +/- 200 cents. It is a 10 MHz atomic master clock. There are no documents that address sine/square wave specifications.

Q: 4. Can the adi-2 pro FS be used as an audio interface to record analog input to Adobe audition and other DAW?

A: Yes this will act as an interface for direct input into your computer.

Q: 5. Will this unit work with a Mac using the M1 chip? Thanks.

A: The RME ADI-2 Pro FSR BE Reference AD/DA Converter with Extreme Power Headphone Amplifiers and Remote is a Class Compliant device and is compatible for use with M1 Apple computers.

Q: 6. Can I play an analog source and have it digital out via coaxial in real time?

A: Yes, the RME ADI-2 Pro FSR BE Reference AD/DA Converter with Extreme Power Headphone Amplifiers and Remote is able to route an analog audio source to its digital outputs in this manner.

Q: 7. good for mastering? I want to go DAW USB RME ADI ANALOG OUT some outboard gear RME ADI ANALOG IN - USB DAW

A: Yes, the RME ADI-2/4 Pro SE 2-AD/4-DA 768 kHz, High-Performance Converter (Black Edition) would be suitable for mastering.

Q: 8. How to get the front panel display out to a larger video display?

A: There is no way to connect the front panel display from the RME ADI-2/4 Pro SE High-Performance Converter to a larger video display, but you can run the free RME Digicheck app on a Mac or Windows computer to be able to view the same metering from the spectral analyzer, as well as more options, on a large monitor connected to the computer. Additionally, an ADI 2 Remote app will be available soon that will enable full control from a computer.

Q: 9. What are the differences between the pro and the non-pro version?

A: New Shark chipset, Black Face, extended remote better audio specs that match the ADI2 DAC FS.

Q: 10. Would this permit me to plug a microphone into one of the XLR ports or do I need a seperate mic pre?

A: No, the RME ADI-2 Pro FSR does not have any mic preamps built-in so it is not intended for connecting microphones. You would need to use a separate mic preamp. As another option, you may like the RME Babyface Pro FS 24-Channel 192 kHz Bus-Powered USB 2.0 Audio Interface (B&H #RMBABYFACEPF) which has two analog XLR inputs with mic preamps.