The Prism Sound ADA-8XR Audio Interface with 8-Channel A/D-D/A for Pro Tools HD is a 24-bit / 192 kHz modular audio interface offering flexible inputs and outputs, versatile clocking, and configurable routing for demanding music and film production scenarios. It includes two I/O modules, a Pro Tools HDX interface card, a utility module for eight balanced analog line-level inputs and outputs via XLR 3-pin jacks, a 1/4" stereo headphone output, and more. Two DigiLink Mini ports enable compatible connectivity to Pro Tools HDX systems. With selectable input limiters, adjustable levels, and low distortion and noise, this audio interface delivers high-quality audio performance that is easily customized using the onboard display and comprehensive controls.
Prism Sound ADA-8XR Frame Audio Interface Chassis (No I/O Modules)
The Prism Sound ADA-8XR Frame is a rack-mountable 2 RU audio interface chassis designed to deliver versatile clocking and configurability for producers, musicians, and audio engineers in home, project, and commercial studios. Its modular design yields flexible I/O arrangements thanks to four I/O module slots— two analog and two digital. A variety of modules (available separately) can be installed for access to multichannel analog/digital inputs and outputs as well as Pro Tools or FireWire workstation connectivity.
The ADA-8XR Frame supports resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz, and can clock internally or to external AES3, AES11, word clock, or Pro Tools Loop Sync. The built-in Utility Module provides stereo analog RCA and digital BNC audio outputs, BNC word clock and XLR AES11 sync I/O, and a DB9 serial communications port. Additionally, the front panel has a 1/4" stereo headphone output along with assignable 8-channel bargraph meters. An onboard display and comprehensive controls enable efficient adjustment of parameters, which can be quickly stored and recalled via factory and user presets. The ADA-8XR Frame comes with no I/O modules, ready for custom configurations.
Modular architecture accommodates special configurations and provides future-proofing with individually upgradeable A/D conversion, D/A conversion, DSP, digital interfacing, and utility hardware
Supports sample rates up to 192 kHz
2-channel monitor section follows channel pairs or a mix of all channels
8-channel assignable bargraph meter array with over-detection
Renowned Prism Sound jitter-rejecting PLL technology and low-jitter master clock
Flexible synchronization options including sync to AES11, word clock, or video sync
Flexible routing allows creation of digital-to-digital processing paths for processing or format conversion
SNS noise-shapers preserves dynamic quality during 16-/20-bit transfers
MR-X bit-splitting allows extended bit depths and sample rates on 16-bit media
DRE (Dynamic Range Enhancement) enables 24-bit performance on 16-bit stereo media without sacrificing tracks
Optional DSP expansion facility for extended processing features including synchronous sample-rate conversion
Comprehensive store system for fast-access factory and user presets
Unique " Access button" layout combines the flexibility of menus with the speed of dedicated controls
Internet-upgradeable software loads from your computer into flash memory inside the ADA-8XR
Rack-mountable enclosure occupies 2 RU of rack space
Prism Sound 8C-AD 8-Channel A/D Module for ADA-8XR Interface
The Prism Sound 8C-AD is an 8-channel A/D module offering uncompromising analog-to-digital conversion for producers, musicians, and audio engineers using a Prism Sound Dream ADA-8XR audio interface in a variety of studio environments. Exhibiting low noise, minimal distortion, and high dynamic range, it features eight balanced XLR 3-pin female inputs, which accept line-level signals and feed them to 24-bit/192 kHz A/D converters.
Input level and trim are adjustable per channel for precise calibration and gain optimization. Prism Sound s Overkiller limiters are individually selectable for each of the eight inputs, allowing protection against clipping on a channel-by-channel basis. The 8C-AD easily installs into an analog I/O slot of a Dream ADA-8XR (available separately).
Adds eight analog line-level inputs to your Prism Sound Dream ADA-8XR audio interface
Supports resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz
Selectable per-channel Overkiller limiters utilize automatic threshold configuration according to the specified input level, and catch fast transients to minimize A/D clipping
Input level (0.5 dBu increments) and trim (0.05 dBu increments) are adjustable via the host ADA-8XR s menu system
Eight balanced XLR 3-pin female input jacks
Prism Sound 8C-DA 8-Channel D/A Module for ADA-8XR Interface
The Prism Sound 8C-DA is an 8-channel D/A module offering uncompromising digital-to-analog conversion for producers, musicians, and audio engineers using a Prism Sound Dream ADA-8XR audio interface in a variety of studio environments. Exhibiting low noise, minimal distortion, and high dynamic range, it features 24-bit/192 kHz D/A converters, which feed analog line level to eight balanced XLR 3-pin male outputs.
For precise calibration and gain optimization, each channel offers output level adjustments in 0.5 dBu increments and output trim tweaks in 0.05 dBu steps. The 8C-DA easily installs into an analog I/O slot of a Dream ADA-8XR (available separately).
Adds eight analog line-level outputs to your Prism Sound Dream ADA-8XR audio interface
Supports resolutions up to 24-bit/192 kHz
Output level (0.5 dBu increments) and trim (0.05 dBu increments) are adjustable via the host ADA-8XR s menu system
Eight balanced XLR 3-pin male input jacks
Prism Sound 8C-PTHDX Pro Tools HDX I/O Module for ADA-8XR Interface
The Prism Sound 8C-PTHDX is a Pro Tools HDX I/O module offering flexible digital input and output configurations for producers, musicians, and audio engineers using a Prism Sound Dream ADA-8XR audio interface and Pro Tools HD software. It emulates one Avid HD I/O, and supports eight channels of I/O at up to 192 kHz or 16 channels in or out at up to 192 kHz. Two DigiLink Mini ports ensure compatible connectivity with Avid HDX and HD Native cards. The 8C-PTHDX easily installs into the upper or lower digital I/O slot of a Dream ADA-8XR (available separately).
Supports eight channels of I/O at sample rates up to 192 kHz or 16 channels of inputs or outputs at up to 192 kHz
Emulates one Avid HD I/O interface
Allows remote control of ADA-8XR interface settings via Pro Tools HD software (available separately)
Supports daisy-chaining multiple interfaces
Easily installs in either digital I/O slot (DIO1 or DIO2) of an ADA-8XR (available separately)
Prism Sound ADA-8XR Frame Audio Interface Chassis (No I/O Modules) Specs
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Channels of I/O | None |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Microphone Preamps | None |
| Expansion Slots | 2 x Analog I/O Slot 2 x Digital I/O Slot 1 x Utility Slot 1 x Internal DSP Slot |
Connectivity
| Analog Audio I/O | 1 x Stereo RCA Balanced Output 1 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output |
| Digital Audio I/O | 1 x BNC Coaxial AES-3id / S/PDIF Output |
| Sync I/O | 1 x BNC Video Sync/Word Clock Input 1 x BNC Word Clock Output 1 x XLR 3-Pin AES11 Input 1 x XLR 3-Pin AES11 Output |
| MIDI I/O | None |
| Other I/O | 1 x DE-9/DB-9 RS-232/RS-485 In/Out |
Performance
| 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) |
Digital Audio
| 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) |
Power
| AC Input Power | 90 to 125 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz 180 to 250 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 60 W |
Physical
| Rackmount Size | 2 RU |
| Dimensions | 19 x 15.4 x 3.5" / 483 x 390 x 88 mm |
| Weight | 16.5 lb / 7.5 kg |
Prism Sound 8C-AD 8-Channel A/D Module for ADA-8XR Interface Specs
| Inputs | 8 x XLR 3-pin female (balanced) |
| Input Impedance | 21.005 kOhms |
| Input Range | +5 to +24 dBu |
| Gain Accuracy | ±0.05 dB |
| CMRR | 60 Hz: < -100 dB 1 kHz: < -90 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz: < -65 dB |
| Limiter | Software selectable on/off |
| THD + N | -105 dB (0.0006%) at 997 Hz, -1 dBFS |
| Dynamic Range | 112 dB at 997 Hz, -60 dBFS |
| Intermodulation Distortion (SMPTE) | < -100 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 20.1 kHz (-0.05 dB), <1 Hz to 22 kHz (-3 dB) 48 kHz: 5.5 Hz to 22.8 kHz (-0.05 dB), <1 Hz to 24 kHz (-3 dB) 96 kHz: 6.1 Hz to 43.3 kHz (-0.05 dB), <1 Hz to 48 kHz (-3 dB) 192 kHz: 6.2 Hz to 50.2 kHz (-0.05 dB), <1 Hz to 77.7 kHz (-3 dB) |
| Passband Ripple | 48/96 kHz: <0.015 dB |
| Inter-Channel Differential Phase | <0.03° |
| Channel Separation | 1 kHz: >125 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz: >117 dB |
| Latency | 44.1 kHz: 20 samples / 0.45 ms 48 kHz: 20 samples / 0.42 ms 96 kHz: 20 samples / 0.21 ms 192 kHz: 20 samples / 0.10 ms |
| Dimensions | 7.9 x 7.1 x 1.2" / 20 x 18 x 3 cm |
| Weight | 0.7 lb / 0.3 kg |
Prism Sound 8C-DA 8-Channel D/A Module for ADA-8XR Interface Specs
| Outputs | 8 x 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° |
| 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 3 cm |
| Weight | 0.7 lb / 0.3 kg |
Prism Sound 8C-PTHDX Pro Tools HDX I/O Module for ADA-8XR Interface Specs
| I/O Connections | 2 x DigiLink Mini |
| Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz |
| Dimensions | 4.3 x 6.7 x 1.6" / 11 x 17 x 4 cm |
| Weight | 0.2 lb / 0.1 kg |
In the Box
- Power Cable
- BNC to RCA Connector
- 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
- 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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