Cranborne Audio 500ADAT

Full Description

The speed you need

Using ADAT technology you can effortlessly send eight 24bit channels down a fibreoptic cable. This unit allows you to utilise this speedy connectivity with your computer's ADAT interface. The Cranborne Audio 500ADAT uses high-end converters with 121dB dynamic range and ultra-low jitter internal clocking. The very essence of your analog signal is kept intact, allowing your 500 series modules do their work without interruption. Thanks to ADAT, your job just got easier.

Endless possibilities

Since the introduction of the 500 series, an endless sea of powerful modules are available. From great-sounding preamps to tight compressors, to nuance boosting EQs. Adding them to your studio system has never been easier. The 500ADAT provides you with eight input slots for these modules - the easiest way to add these powerful tools to your signal chain. So no matter what kind of music you make, it will now sound better than ever.

Please Note: Modules not included.

Mix with confidence

Get back into the mix using the zero-latency Artist Mixer. This tool means you can move away from clicking and dragging in your DAW to becoming more hands-on with your music. Create sparkling analog artists mixes which can be used in tandem with your DAW controls - meaning your performers get the sound they deserve.

When mixing, you can get add more of that great sounding analog character and send instrument groups back through your 500 series modules. Meaning you can get that analog sheen in your DAW quickly and effortlessly - your audio work has never sounded so good.

All the connectivity you need

On the rear of the unit you will find a massive range of inputs and outputs. These integrate with different components in the studio or a live setting. This means you always can utilise the 500ADATs performance in a range of contexts - you can even patch outboard gear into the different 500 series slots to get even deeper into your final mix.

Incredible performance in a tough housing

Cranborne Audio have committed themselves to design not only incredibly powerful tools but tough tools too. When you add a 500ADAT to your studio system you are guaranteed safe and secure 500 series integration in a tough housing. Meaning you can easily take the 500ADAT - with modules inside - out on to external recording. Travel safe with the ADAT500.

Features

• ADAT connectivity
• Eight channels for 500 series modules
• High current digital conversion
• Zero latency artist mixer
• Discrete summing mixer
• ADAT, SMUX II/IV expander
• Master reference-quality clocking
• A wide range of inputs and outputs

Specifications

A/D conversion

• Test Signal Path: XLR Input - 500 Series A/D Converter - APx555 (ASIO)
• Frequency Response:
• -1dB, 2.2Hz to more than 80kHz
• -0.05dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
• THD+N:
• less than 0.00032% (-110dB) @ -4dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• less than 0.00065% (-104dB) @ -1dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• THD:
• less than 0.00014% (-117.5dB) @ -8dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• less than 0.00023% (-113dB) @ -4dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• less than 0.0006% (-105dB) @ -1dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• Dynamic Range: 121dB A-weighted, AES17 method, 20Hz - 20kHz
• Max Input Level: +24dBu

D/A conversion

• Test Signal Path: 500 Series D/A Converter - Insert Send - APx555 (ASIO)
• Frequency Response:
• -1dB, less than 1Hz to more than 61kHz
• -0.05dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
• THD+N:
• less than 0.0003% (-110.5dB) @ -4dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• less than 0.0004% (-108dB) @ -1dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• THD:
• less than 0.00014% (-117.5dB) @ -8dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• less than 0.00018% (-115dB) @ -4dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• less than 0.00036% (-109dB) @ -1dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted
• Dynamic Range: 121dB A-weighted, AES17 method, 20Hz - 20kHz
• Max Output Level: +24dBu

System performance

• Test Signal Path: XLR Input - Empty 500 Series Slot - Summing Mixer Bus (unity) - Mix Output - APx555 (Line In)
• Phase: less than 1.5° @ 20Hz, less than 11° @ 20kHz
• Test Signal Path: XLR Input - Camden 500 Preamp (Mic Mode, 6dB Gain) - Summing Mixer Bus (unity) - Speaker A Output - APx555 (Line In)
• Phase: less than 3° @ 20Hz, less than 13.5° @ 20kHz (Preamp mic mode, 6dB Gain)
• Test Condition: 500 Series D/A Converter - 500 Series A/D Converter - APx555 (ASIO)
• Dynamic Range: 118dB A-weighted, AES17 method, 20Hz - 20kHz
• THD+N: less than 0.0004% (-108dB) @ -4dBFS, 20Hz - 40kHz, 1kHz, A-weighted

Power

• AC Requirements: 100V – 240V AC, 50 – 60 Hz
• Total Power Consumption: 24v, 5A DC, 120w
• 500 Series Slot Current: 250mA per rail
• Total Available 500 Series Slot Current: 2A

Dimensions

• Width: 481mm(19"), Rackmount
• Height: 185mm(7"), 4u
• Depth: 219m(8.6")
• Unit Weight: 7kg