The Ferrofish PULSE16 AE is a powerful yet space-saving 19″/1U AD/DA converter built for both studio and live environments. It delivers 16 balanced TRS analog inputs and 16 balanced TRS outputs, plus a dedicated ¼-inch headphone output, ensuring pristine, transparent audio conversion for complex setups.
Four ADAT input and four ADAT output ports support SMUX operation for high-resolution audio: 32 channels at 48 kHz, 16 channels at 96 kHz, or 8 channels at 192 kHz. Clocking is rock-solid thanks to an internal high-stability clock or external sync via Word Clock and ADAT, with BNC connectors for easy integration.
Front-panel high-resolution displays and multi-colored LED meters provide clear visual feedback, while a control knob and navigation buttons streamline configuration. Flexible per-channel routing lets engineers adapt to any workflow on the fly.
For modern connectivity, the PULSE16 AE includes USB-C for remote configuration via Ferrofish RemoteFish software, plus MIDI control and a dedicated MIDI port for firmware updates and future enhancements. Optional DSP expansion further extends processing power, making this converter a future-proof choice for professionals who demand uncompromising performance and versatility.
- Digital-to-Analog Conversion: DAC ESS ES9017, 32-bit / 192 kHz, DNR 120 dB, THD+N –110 dB, Output impedance 110 Ω
- Analog-to-Digital Conversion: ADC ESS ES9840Q, 32-bit / 192 kHz, DNR 116 dB, THD+N –108 dB, Input impedance 6 kΩ
- Headphone Output: 1⁄4-inch / 6.3 mm jack output, Amplification adjustable in four stages, Digital volume control with 1 dB resolution, Supported impedance range 15–600 Ω, Dedicated monitoring path via separate DAC ES9023
- Internal Word Clock: 125 MHz high-precision oscillator, Initial accuracy ±1.5 ppm, Temperature drift ±2.5 ppm, Aging ±1 ppm
- PLL (Phase-Locked Loop): Digitally controlled PLL with active jitter reduction
- Power Supply: Voltage 12 VDC/3 A, Power consumption 12 VA nominal <1 VA standby, Connector 2.54 mm barrel jack with locking screw, Center-positive connector, Included in the package
- Fuse: Internal polyfuse self-resetting
- Operating Conditions: Temperature range +5 °C to +45 °C, Humidity <75 % non-condensing