The RME M-32 AD - 32-Channel Analog to MADI Converterfrom RME M-32 AD - 32-Channel Analog to MADI Converteris an extremely high-quality 32-channel A/D converter. It utilizes MADI (Multi-channel Audio Digital Interface) technology, which allows up to 64 channels of audio to flow freely without the shortcomings of multi-core cable-based digital audio technology. Not only does the M-32 AD provide pristine audio circuitry, the great converters, and RME's famous SteadyClock technology, but the MADI protocol also enables incredibly long cable runs of over 1 mile (2000 meters)!

In order to put the M-32 AD to use, you need to have a computer with either an internal RME MADI card (such as the HDSP MADI), or an external RME MADI interface (like the HDSPe MADIface). If you're setting up a system where you'll need MADI D/A conversion on the other end, you can use the 32-channel M-32 DA or the 16-channel M-16 DA.

The additional MADI port on the rear of the M-32 AD facilitates stacking multiple units together, which makes it possible to take advantage of the full 64-channels that this system is capable of delivering. With that magnitude of power, combined with the ability to send these signals great distances, makes this system a powerful tool for a wide range of professional applications. Live location recording, recording studio facilities, and installed systems in stadiums and theaters can all benefit from the excellent caliber of sound quality that RME is known for and that the M-32 AD will provide.

Capable of Extremely Long Cable Runs    Excellent Converters, Circuitry, & Clock    Easy Operation with Extensive Features    MADI Technology Capable of 64 Channels    32 LED Meters, 6-Segments Each    Made in Germany

32-channel A/D converter, symmetrically designed in a 2 rack-space enclosure

Utilizes MADI (Multi-channel Audio Digital Interface) technology which allows up to 64 channels of audio to flow freely without the shortcomings of multi-core cable-based digital audio technology

Digital audio protocol enables cable runs of up 1.25 miles (2000 meters)

Fully MIDI controllable by sending MIDI messages over the MADI connection

During power on and power off, all noise is suppressed in the analog section

Zero delay compensation is necessary when stacking multiple units

32 6-segment LED meters

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. 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: 2. What is the DSD sampling rate?

A: The RME ADI-2/4 Pro SE 2-AD/4-DA 768 kHz, High-Performance Converter supports sample rates between 44.1 kHz and 768 kHz and DSD will not become active at sample rates below 176.4 kHz. The DSD rate changes with the chosen sample rate. Sample rates higher than 192 kHz and DSD128/256 are only available in 2-channel mode. At a sample rate of 768 kHz, which is the highest available sample rate, the DSD rate is 256.

Q: 3. Can this be hooked up to my RME UFX Plus to add 16 more input channels at 96Khz?

A: Yes it can.

Q: 4. When will the product start shipping?

A: We are expecting this item to ship beginning mid-January 2016.

Q: 5. Can the recorder view and record analog and IP cameras simultaneously?

A: The Hikvision iDS-7332HUHI-M4/S TurboHD 32-Channel 8MP Analog HD DVR (No HDD) BH #HIHUHIM4S can record and view both IP and analog cameras simultaneously.

Q: 6. What is the latency? How do we get clock if using both madi in/ out. How do I get a demo of this product?

A: This is a high quality audio interface with extremely low latency. The MADI input would be the master clock in your set up, and you would have almost zero percent latency. RME does not provide an exact number for latency.

Q: 7. What inputs does this have and do I need an AD/DA converter?

A: Analog inputs on XLR and dB-25 connectors. This is an analog product. It accepts analog inputs and provides analog outputs. connections to a patchbay is recommended.

Q: 8. Can you use this as the main switch to connect 4 more devices to the "network"? I only have 5 machines that need Dante.

A: Yes the RME Digiface Dante can connect to 4 devices.

Q: 9. 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: 10. Is it possible to route an input to two inputs? (e.g. analog 1-8 to MADI 1-8 as well as Dante 1-8 at the same time)

A: According to Ferrofish, the internal matrix allows the free routing and splitting of all 176 Inputs to all 176 Outputs in blocks of 8 channels, so you would be able to split out analog inputs to MADI and Dante.