Ferrofish Pulse 16 AE Compact AD/DA Converter

Overview

The Ferrofish Pulse16 AE is an affordable analog to ADAT converter. There is no other 16 channel AD/DA converter with such high-quality balanced analog inputs and outputs and features for this price. Period.

Unique: The Pulse16 AE provides full visual control via two vibrant front-panel displays, simplifying real-time monitoring and configuration. You can always see, what is going on, what is going in and out.

The Ferrofish Experience: Designed and built to accommodate professional workflows, the device packs all of the latest high-end electronics into the compact housing. Robust clocking options and compatibility with standard studio connections create an essential tool for engineers, seeking reliable performance in a flexible, space-saving form factor.

The optional DSP stick slot allows for future processing power upgrades, protecting your investment while offering a path to enhanced functionality.

Developed on the same premium conversion technology as its bigger siblings, this compact powerhouse delivers 16x16 balanced analog I/O with 32-bit converter technology, alongside comprehensive ADAT connectivity with up to 192 kHz!

Routing: channel by channel for all inputs and outputs!

Full control: crystal-clear high-resolution display with intuitive controls and the typical Smart Ferrofish workflow, direct at the front of the unit. Plus remote control via MIDI and USB for studio and live setups.

Every detail, from the high-stability clock to the premium ESS converters, ensures… read more uncompromising audio quality in a versatile, space-efficient design.

Features:

- Premium Conversion Architecture
- High-resolution Display
- Internal Routing Matrix
- Advanced Headphone Monitoring
- Visual Monitoring and Metering
- Full Software Remote Control
- Analog, ADAT, World Clock and MIDI I/O

Specs

- Analog I/O:
8 balanced TRS inputs (1/4-inch)
8 balanced TRS outputs (1/4-inch)
- Headphone Out:
1 x 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS jack, stereo.
Selectable mono or stereo source.
Amplification power adjustable in four stages.
Digital volume control with 1 dB resolution.
Dedicated monitoring path via a separate ESS DAC.
- ADAT I/O:
2+2 optical ports (8 channels each with 48 kHz):
16 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
8 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz (SMUX/2)
4 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz (SMUX4)
- MIDI I/O: 2 x Mini TRS connector for firmware updates and future features (Adapter to 5Pin standard MIDI port available)
- Wordclock I/O:
BNC: 1 x input, 1 x output 75 Ohm Termination switchable for input
125 MHz oscillator with high precision
Initial accuracy: 1.5 ppm
Drift over the temperature range: 2.5 ppm
Aging: 1 ppm
- Power Supply:
- Voltage:
12 V at a maximum of 1 A
Connector: 2.54 mm barrel jack with locking screw
- Power Adapter: 12 V, 3 A (or 12 V, 1 A), Positive pin, Included with the device
- Power Consumption: Nominal: 12 VA, Standby: Below 1 VA
- Remote Control: via USB port for Ferrofish RemoteFish software
- Converter info:
analog outputs:
SNR 120dB (typ.)
THD+N -115dB (1kHz, 48kHz SR, a-weighted, typ.)
analog inputs:
SNR 112dB (typ.)
THD+N -108dB (1kHz, 48kHz SR, a-weighted, typ.)
- DSP: Expandable via optional DSP stick
- PLL (Phase-Locked Loop): Digitally controlled PLL with active jitter reduction
- Fuse: Polyfuse, internal, self-resetting
- Operating Temperature Range: +5 degreesC to +45 degreesC
- Humidity Maximum: <75 %, non-condensing
- Weight: 1 kg
- Size: 13.5 cm (D) x 22 cm (W) x 4.4 cm (H) (1U) (Dimensions exclude knobs and connectors)

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Base Item

Shipping Weight: 12 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 25 x 15 x 4 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): PULSE16 AE

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: +49-2644-6030605
Email: info@ferrofish.com
Web: https://www.ferrofish.com/register-products/