Prism Sound ADA-8XR Audio Interface with 16-Channel 8C-DA Output and 8-Channel 8C-AES AES3 Digital I/O Modules

SKU: PSAD8XR16DES MFR: ADA-8XR-16DA-AES
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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio fidelity with this Prism Sound audio interface.
  • Achieve ultra-low latency for seamless recording and mixing sessions.
  • Enjoy versatile connectivity with 16-channel analog output and AES3 digital I/O.
  • Capture every nuance with up to 192 kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio quality.
  • Integrate effortlessly into your studio with flexible expansion slot options.
  • Rely on the robust build quality for years of dependable performance.
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Prism Sound ADA-8XR Specifications

ADA-8XR Audio Interface

ADA-8XR Audio Interface

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  • Form Factor

    Rackmount

  • Channels of I/O

    None

  • Max Sample Rate/Resolution

    192 kHz / 24-Bit

  • Number of Mic Preamps

    None

  • Expansion Slots

    2x Analog I/O Slot
    2x Digital I/O Slot
    1x Utility Slot
    1x Internal DSP Slot

  • Analog Audio I/O

    1x Stereo RCA Balanced Output
    1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output

  • Digital Audio I/O

    1x BNC Coaxial AES-3id / S/PDIF Output

  • Sync I/O

    1x BNC Video Sync/Word Clock Input
    1x BNC Word Clock Output
    1x XLR 3-Pin AES11 Input
    1x XLR 3-Pin AES11 Output

  • MIDI I/O

    None

  • Other I/O

    1x DE-9/DB-9 RS-232/RS-485 In/Out

  • Impedance

    RCA Outputs: 50 Ohms
    1/4" Outputs: 115 Ohms
    XLR Outputs: 110 Ohms
    BNC Sync Outputs: 75 Ohms
    XLR Mic Inputs: 110 Ohms
    BNC Sync Inputs: 75 Ohms

  • Dynamic Range

    RCA Outputs: 105 dB (-60 dBFS, 1 kHz)

  • THD+N

    RCA Outputs: -101 dB / 0.0009% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)

  • Channel Separation

    RCA Outputs: > 120 dB (1 kHz)

  • dBFS Reference Level

    +15 / +18 / +21 / +24 dBu = 0 dBFS (Selectable)

  • Sample Rates

    Up to 192 kHz

  • Bit Depths

    Up to 24-Bit

  • Clocking

    Accuracy: +/-25 ppm
    Jitter Suppression: > 60 dB (above 700 Hz)

  • OS Compatibility

    macOS
    Windows

  • AC Input Power

    90 to 125 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
    180 to 250 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

  • Power Consumption

    60W

  • Rackmount Size

    2 RU

  • Dimensions

    19 x 15.4 x 3.5" (483 x 390 x 88mm)

  • Weight

    16.5 lbs (7.5kg)

8C-DA 8-Channel Output Module

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  • Outputs

    8x XLR 3-pin male (balanced)

  • Output Impedance

    50 Ohms

  • Input Range

    +5 to +24 dBu in 1 dBu steps, trims in 0.05 dBu steps

  • Gain Accuracy

    +/-0.05 dB

  • Balance

    Output Balance: 54 dB

  • THD + N

    -102 dB (0.0007%) at 997 Hz, -1 dBFS

  • Dynamic Range

    108 dB at 997 Hz, -60 dBFS

  • Intermodulation Distortion (SMPTE)

    < -94 dB (60 Hz at -3 dBFS, 7 kHz at -12 dBFS)

  • Spurious

    Maximum Aharmonic Spurium: < -130 dBFS (997 Hz at -1 dBFS)

  • Frequency Response

    44.1 kHz: 5 Hz to 20.8 kHz (-0.05 dB), 1.4 Hz to 22 kHz (-3 dB)
    48 kHz: 5.1 Hz to 22.6 kHz (-0.05 dB), 1.4 Hz to 23.9 kHz (-3 dB)
    96 kHz: 5.1 Hz to 38.9 kHz (-0.05 dB), 1.4 Hz to 47.4 kHz (-3 dB)
    192 kHz: 5.2 Hz to 37.2 kHz (-0.05 dB), 1.4 Hz to 74.4 kHz (-3 dB)

  • Passband Ripple

    <0.005 dB

  • Inter-Channel Differential Phase

    <0.02 Degree

  • Channel Separation

    1 kHz: >115 dB
    20 Hz to 20 kHz: >110 dB

  • Latency

    44.1 kHz: 49.5 samples / 1.12 ms
    48 kHz: 49.5 samples / 1.03 ms
    96 kHz: 49.5 samples / 0.52 ms
    192 kHz: 49.5 samples / 0.26 ms

  • Dimensions

    7.9 x 7.1 x 1.2" (20 x 18 x 3cm)

  • Weight

    11.2 oz (317.5g)

8C-AES 8-Channel AES3 Digital I/O Module

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  • I/O Connections

    1x DB25 female (transformer coupled)

  • Impedance

    AES3 Mode: 110 Ohms
    S/PDIF Mode: 75 Ohms

  • Output Signal Amplitude

    AES Mode: 3.2 V p-p (loaded)
    S/PDIF Mode: 0.5 V p-p (loaded)

  • Sample Rates

    Up to 192 kHz
    One-wire or two-wire (Split96) input and output modes are supported at 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, and 192 kHz

  • Bit Depth

    16-bit, 20-bit, 24-bit

  • Channel Support

    Consumer (S/PDIF) or professional (AES3)

  • Jitter Tolerance

    Below 200 Hz: 15 UI p-p
    Above 8 kHz: 0.5 UI p-p x1 (UI = 163 ns at 48 kHz)

  • Latency

    44.1 kHz: 34 samples / 0.77 ms
    48 kHz: 34 samples / 0.71 ms
    96 kHz: 34 samples / 0.35 ms
    192 kHz: 34 samples / 0.18 ms

  • Dimensions

    4.3 x 6.7 x 1.6" (11 x 17 x 4cm)

  • Weight

    3.2 oz (90.7kg)

  • UPC Code

    669014270634

About Prism Sound ADA-8XR

Where unparalleled audio performance meets flexibility and precision, the ADA-8XR Audio Interface stands as a legendary modular AD/DA converter. This British-engineered marvel has been a cornerstone in the world's most prestigious recording facilities, including Metropolis and British Grove, and has played a pivotal role in high-profile projects such as Star Wars and Lord of the Rings.

The ADA-8XR's superior A/D and D/A conversion offers an ultra-detailed, accurate audio experience. This allows for a complete focus on sound, ensuring no distraction from coloration and enabling every nuance of a performance to be heard.

The modular design of the ADA-8XR offers the flexibility of an 8 input/8 output, 16 input, or 16 output converter, complete with digital I/O cards for AES. This modular system provides immense flexibility when creating systems with larger numbers of channels, making it a perfect fit for both small-scale high-quality conversions and large multi-track setups.

The ADA-8XR is not just an audio interface; it's a master clock for your entire system. It provides rock-solid stability and jitter rejection for crystal clear imaging, ensuring no external clock source can enhance the performance of the ADA-8XR. Moreover, it allows for different sample rates to be sent and received simultaneously, thanks to its independent paths.

This audio interface is the industry's converter of choice in the most exacting applications in music and sound recording, mastering, broadcast, and post-production. It's ideal for producers, engineers, and songwriters aiming for the best results in recording, tracking & overdubbing, mixing to stereo or surround, mastering, and monitoring.

The ADA-8XR is equipped with the 8C-DA 8-Channel Analogue Line Output Module and the 8C-AES 8-Channel AES3 Digital I/O Module. The 8C-DA provides eight electronically-balanced analogue output channels, with variable output line-up level for each channel. The 8C-AES offers eight channels of digital audio input and output, with completely independent input and output sections that can be assigned to different paths with different sample rates, sync sources, and other options.

In conclusion, the ADA-8XR Audio Interface is a testament to Prism Sound's no-compromise approach to audio, offering the cleanest and most transparent conversion available. Whether you're recording vocals, single instruments, drums, or an orchestra, or providing multiple outputs for external analogue summing, the ADA-8XR is the ultimate choice for achieving perfect transparency in your recordings.

Prism Sound ADA-8XR Features

  • Modular Design for Flexible I/O Setups
  • Up to 24-Bit / 192 kHz Resolution
  • Versatile Clocking and Routing Options
  • Selectable Input Limiters

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio fidelity with this Prism Sound audio interface.
  • Achieve ultra-low latency for seamless recording and mixing sessions.
  • Enjoy versatile connectivity with 16-channel analog output and AES3 digital I/O.
  • Capture every nuance with up to 192 kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio quality.
  • Integrate effortlessly into your studio with flexible expansion slot options.
  • Rely on the robust build quality for years of dependable performance.

What's in the box:

  • Prism Sound ADA-8XR Audio Interface
  • 2x 8C-DA 8-Channel Digital to Analogue Line Input Module
  • 8C-AES 8-Channel AES3 Digital I/O Module with AES Breakout Loom
  • Power Cable
  • BNC to RCA Connector
  • 4.9' DB25 to XLR AES3 Breakout Cable
  • Prism Sound 3 Year Limited Warranty