Pulse 16 AE AD/DA Converter

Ferrofish Pulse 16 AE

Take your studio or stage rig further with the Pulse 16 AE AD/DA Converter from Ferrofish, a high performance converter with 16 channels of inputs and outputs for premium channel expansion. In a slim 1U rackmount enclosure, the Pulse 16 AE continues the legacy of Ferrofish's top-notch converters, providing 16 balanced analog inputs and 16 balanced analog outputs you can use to expand the connectivity of your primary audio interface via digital ADAT connections. Whether you're expanding the amount of input channels you can record simultaneously for instruments like synths and drum machines, incorporating outboard processors in your mixing and mastering workflow, or building out multiple monitoring options and spatial audio in your studio, the Pulse 16 AE does it all with premium audio quality you can rely on session after session.

At the center of the Pulse16 AE's powerful capabilities are Ferrofish's premium AD/DA converters, using carefully selected ESS converters with temperature-compensated clocking to deliver uncompromisingly clear and transparent conversion up to 192kHz with a healthy +20dBu of headroom. Especially when recording with high quality microphone preamplifiers and other professional gear, these converters ensure every detail of your music is captured, providing a robust representation of your recordings to make the most out of every performance. The onboard headphone output sports its own dedicated converter, providing precise 1dB-step volume control and compatibility with any headphone impedance. On the front panel, clear and vibrant multicolor display of all inputs and outputs make it easy to monitor levels during recording or live performance at a glance. With flexible clocking options via bidirectional Word Clock or ADAT, the Pulse 16 AE supports incredibly low latency operation, making it a perfect choice for both studio and live sound applications.

Using Ferrofish's RemoteFish software for Mac and PC, the USB-C connection on Pulse 16 AE enables effortless control of all parameters of the device. RemoteFish enables complex routing and clock synchronization options, making the Pulse 16 AE a fantastic centerpiece of studio and live sound set-ups. MIDI input and output offers integration into broader systems, and makes it easy to upgrade firmware when the need arises. Ensuring even more future-proof expandability, the included DSP Expansion stick slot allows for future upgrades to processing power down-the-line, making the Pulse 16 AE an investment your studio will appreciate well into the future. No matter your application, the Pulse 16 AE from Ferrofish is a premium converter that offers an uncompromising approach to studio or live sound expansion, empowering your set-up to create without limits.

Pulse 16 AE Features

• 16 x 16 channel AD/DA converter
• Enables expanded analog I/O via ADAT to your primary audio interface with 16 balanced analog inputs and outputs
• Premium ESS converters for transparent audio up to 192kHz with professional +20dBu headroom
• Vibrant display of all inputs and outputs for clear metering and monitoring in any environment
• Word Clock input and output
• 4x pairs of ADAT inputs and outputs
• Supports SMUX for higher sample rates, with 32 channels at 48 kHz, 16 channels at 96 kHz, 8 channels at 192 kHz
• Internal or external clocking via Word Clock or ADAT
• Dedicated headphone output with independent DAC for flexible, precise monitoring
• Headphone output supports virtually any impedance headphone with four-stage amplification design
• Digitally controlled PLL with active jitter reduction
• Remote control of all parameters via RemoteFish software for Mac or PC
• Future-proof DSP stick slot for upgrading processing power