Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX AD/DA Converter
- 16 x 16 balanced analog TRS I/O up to 192 kHz
- 4 x 4 ADAT ports: 16 x 16 channels at 96 kHz
- MADI up to 64 x 64 channels via modular SFP
- +20 dBu studio level, 1 dB steps
- Two TFT screens, fanless 1HU case
- 8.74 pounds
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact rack converter that bridges sixteen analog channels to ADAT and MADI, with swappable MADI modules and on-screen setup. The listed size figures look like shipping data, so check rack depth before buying.
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ASIN: B07BYSGN4TModel: Pulse 16 MXCategory: Digital Audio Converters
Overview
Ferrofish builds this Pulse series model as a one-unit rack converter that moves audio between balanced analog sockets and digital ADAT and MADI links. Cirrus Logic converters, a temperature-compensated clock and a jitter reduction PLL handle the conversion.
Studio-level analog, ADAT and MADI share one case, so a large multichannel recording system can be fed from a small rack footprint. The limitation is that usable channel counts shrink as the sample rate rises, so plan the session rate first.
Who it's for
Recording studios, live rigs and post houses that route large channel counts over optical MADI or ADAT. Small project studios with a few mics will not use most of the connections.
Pros and cons
- Sixteen balanced analog inputs and outputs
- ADAT and MADI both onboard
- Swappable SFP MADI module
- Two TFT screens for setup
- Listed dimensions look off
- No USB or computer connection described
- Channel counts drop at high sample rates
Performance notes
Higher sample rates carry fewer channels over a digital link, so sixteen channels pass at ninety-six kilohertz over ADAT but fewer fit at higher rates. The clock and jitter reduction circuit set how clean the conversion is. Analog levels adjust in small steps, which helps match the converter to other gear.
Specifications
| Brand | Ferrofish |
|---|---|
| Model | Pulse 16 MX |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 8.74 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Analog I/O | 16 x 16 balanced TRS |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Other details | |
| Max sample rate | 192 kHz |
| ADAT | 4 x 4 ports, 16 x 16 channels at 96 kHz |
| MADI | Up to 64 x 64 channels, modular SFP |
| Analog level | Up to +20 dBu, 1 dB steps |
| Display | Two TFT screens |
| Converters | Cirrus Logic, low latency |
| Remote control | MIDI and MADI |
Frequently asked questions
How do I change the MADI standard on the Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX?
MADI uses a modular SFP connection, and the description says to replace the MADI module with a different model.
Does the Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX need a fan?
No. The maker describes it as a fanless, compact one-unit device.
Can the Ferrofish Pulse 16 MX be set up without the manual?
The maker says two TFT screens display the information, so a manual is not needed for basic setup.