Ferrofish have launched a new ADAT-equipped A-D and D-A converter designed for both studio and live recording environments. The Pulse 8 AE offers eight channels of conversion in each direction, and introduces a powerful new single-channel routing system.
The new unit is housed in a compact enclosure that looks very much like a scaled-down A32 Pro, with a central display providing an overview of all eight input and output levels, and local control handled by a pair of function switches and a large rotary encoder. Conversion is taken care of by ESS chips, which are capable of operating at sample rates up to 192kHz and provide +20dBu of headroom. As with the Pulse 16, the unit’s analogue I/O is provided on quarter-inch TRS sockets, while digital (ADAT) connections are taken care of by a quartet of Toslink connectors. Word Clock I/O is provided on a pair of BNC connectors, and remote control functionality is provided by USB and MIDI connectivity.
The Pulse 8 AE's rear panel.
Ferrofish’s existing converters are renowned for their flexible routing system, but the latest arrival to the series takes things a step further than its larger siblings. While the likes of the Pulse 16 and A32 Pro allow channel assignments to be handled in blocks of eight, the Pulse 8 AE boasts a single-channel routing mode that allows users to assign any input to any output using a routing matrix display.
Take a look at the video below for an overview of the unit’s features.
Pricing & Availability
The Pulse 8 AE is available now, priced at $699£519.99 including VAT.
