RME MADI Converter, 6x MADI Optical to BNC/BNC to Optical Converter

A versatile and essential tool for audio professionals, the MADI Converter seamlessly bridges the gap between optical and coaxial digital audio formats. Designed to fit neatly into a standard 19" rack with a slim 1U profile, this unit houses six fully independent bi-directional converters, making it a powerhouse for converting MADI digital audio streams.

The MADI Converter is the perfect match for RME's MADI Bridge, enhancing connectivity in complex audio setups. With its six robust coaxial inputs and outputs, the converter effortlessly adapts to optical signals, a feature particularly beneficial for live performances, permanent installations, and situations requiring extended cable runs.

Strategically engineered for convenience, the MADI Converter can be optimally positioned below the RME MADI Bridge, allowing for a clean and organized setup. Short patch cables can be used to connect the coaxial inputs and outputs of both devices, thanks to their vertical alignment, simplifying the cabling process and minimizing signal loss.

Front panel status LEDs provide immediate visual feedback for all 12 inputs, ensuring signal integrity and troubleshooting ease. The device's transparent signal conversion means that it supports any MADI format, whether it's a 56 or 64-channel signal, contains control commands, or operates at various sample rates, including those that deviate from standard MADI protocol specifications.

The MADI Converter's advanced design includes equalizing and highly sensitive input stages, which allow for the use of coaxial cables up to 100 meters in length, even when daisy-chaining multiple devices. This feature is invaluable for maintaining signal quality across extensive setups.

Moreover, the unit boasts a built-in 1 on 3 MIDI distributor, eliminating the need for external MIDI distribution hardware. This functionality enables one MIDI input signal to be replicated across three MIDI outputs, streamlining the MIDI integration process.

The rear panel of the MADI Converter is thoughtfully laid out, presenting six coaxial BNC inputs and outputs, six optical inputs and outputs, a MIDI input, and three MIDI Thru connections. This comprehensive array of I/O options ensures maximum compatibility and flexibility for various audio environments.

Internally, the MADI Converter is equipped with a specially developed high-performance switching power supply, which accepts a wide voltage range from 100 to 240 AC Volts. This power supply is designed to be short-circuit-proof, includes an integrated line-filter, and is fully regulated to protect against voltage fluctuations and eliminate mains interference, ensuring reliable operation under diverse conditions.

Crafted for audio fidelity and reliability, the MADI Converter stands as an indispensable component in any professional audio signal chain, delivering unparalleled flexibility and performance in digital audio conversion.