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Best RME Digital Converters 2025

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Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Format Conversion For Clock Distribution For Digital Routing For Sample Rate Conversion
BRANDS: RME Ferrofish Dante Tascam Mutec DirectOut
RME M-32 DA Pro II-D - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

RME M-32 DA Pro II-D

by RME
Sample Rate Conversion Format Conversion Clock Distribution
Key Feature:
• Professional clocking options
✓ PROS
  • • High-quality digital conversion
  • • Essential for complex digital systems
✗ CONS
  • • Narrow market and support
  • • Expensive professional units

RME M-32 DA Pro II-D32-Channel high-end AD converter DANTE24 Bit / 192 KHzFully balanced circuit designSignal-to-noise...

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 570194
$4,168
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RME M-32 DA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

RME M-32 DA

by RME
Format Conversion Clock Distribution Sample Rate Conversion
Key Feature:
• Essential for complex digital systems
✓ PROS
  • • Format compatibility solutions
  • • High-quality digital conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive professional units
  • • Narrow market and support

RME M-32 DA32-Channel High End DA ConverterFully balanced design118 dBA1 x MADI input/output32 channels @ 96 kHz16...

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 248816
$3,585
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME ADI-2/4 Pro SE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

RME ADI-2/4 Pro SE

by RME
Format Conversion Sample Rate Conversion Digital Routing
Key Feature:
• Professional clocking options
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for complex digital systems
  • • High-quality digital conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive professional units
  • • Specialized technical knowledge required

RME ADI-2/4 Pro SEHigh-End AD/DA Converter and Headphone AmplifierSteadyClock FSRIAA equalisationHigh-resolution IPS...

⭐ 4.5/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 553194
$2,294
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME M-32 DA Pro II - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

RME M-32 DA Pro II

by RME
Format Conversion Digital Routing Clock Distribution
Key Feature:
• Digital routing capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for complex digital systems
  • • High-quality digital conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Complex setup and configuration
  • • Narrow market and support

RME M-32 DA Pro II32-Channel High-End DA Converter AVB24 Bit / 192 kHzFully balanced circuit designSignal-to-noise...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 570188
$3,838
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME M-1620 Pro D - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

RME M-1620 Pro D

by RME
Sample Rate Conversion Clock Distribution Format Conversion
Key Feature:
• Professional clocking options
✓ PROS
  • • High-quality digital conversion
  • • Essential for complex digital systems
✗ CONS
  • • May introduce additional latency
  • • Narrow market and support

RME M-1620 Pro DAD/DA Converter36-channel AD/DA converter with ADATMADIand DANTE64-channel Dante connectivity2.54"...

⭐ 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 593957
$3,629
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME M-32 AD Pro II - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

RME M-32 AD Pro II

by RME
Digital Routing Clock Distribution Sample Rate Conversion
Key Feature:
• Format compatibility solutions
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for complex digital systems
  • • Professional clocking options
✗ CONS
  • • Narrow market and support
  • • Expensive professional units

RME M-32 AD Pro II32-Channel High-End AD Converter DANTE24 bit / 192 KHzFully balanced circuit designSignal-to-noise...

⭐ 4.8/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 570171
$4,068
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME ADI-2 DAC FS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

RME ADI-2 DAC FS

by RME
Clock Distribution Digital Routing Sample Rate Conversion
Key Feature:
• Format compatibility solutions
✓ PROS
  • • High-quality digital conversion
  • • Professional clocking options
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive professional units
  • • Complex setup and configuration

RME ADI-2 DAC FSHigh-End DA Converter & Headphone Amplifier with ESS chip (from June 2021)Sample rates: 44.1 kHz up...

⭐ 5.0/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 478603
$934
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME M-1620 Pro - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

RME M-1620 Pro

by RME
Digital Routing Sample Rate Conversion Format Conversion
Key Feature:
• Digital routing capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • High-quality digital conversion
  • • Format compatibility solutions
✗ CONS
  • • Complex setup and configuration
  • • Narrow market and support

RME M-1620 ProAD/DA Converter36-channel AD/DA converter with ADATMADI and Milan-compatible AVBTransmits and receives up...

⭐ 4.9/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 593954
$3,179
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RME ADI-2 FS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

RME ADI-2 FS

by RME
Clock Distribution Digital Routing Sample Rate Conversion
Key Feature:
• Professional clocking options
✓ PROS
  • • Format compatibility solutions
  • • Professional clocking options
✗ CONS
  • • Narrow market and support
  • • May introduce additional latency

RME ADI-2 FS2-Channel Hi-End AD / DA ConverterAD / DA conversion from / to S / PDIFAES / EBU and ADAT up to 192...

⭐ 4.7/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 448721
$769
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME ADI-2 Pro FS R Black Edition - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

RME ADI-2 Pro FS R Black Edition

by RME
Format Conversion Sample Rate Conversion Clock Distribution
Key Feature:
• Essential for complex digital systems
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for complex digital systems
  • • High-quality digital conversion
✗ CONS
  • • May introduce additional latency
  • • Expensive professional units

RME ADI-2 Pro FS R Black EditionHigh-end USB AD / DA converter and headphone amplifierSample frequencies up to 768 kHz...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 483507
$1,759
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME M-32 AD Pro II-D - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

RME M-32 AD Pro II-D

by RME
Digital Routing Sample Rate Conversion Format Conversion
Key Feature:
• Digital routing capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Format compatibility solutions
  • • High-quality digital conversion
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized technical knowledge required
  • • Narrow market and support

RME M-32 DA Pro II32-Channel high-end AD converter DANTE24 Bit / 192 KHzFully balanced circuit designSignal-to-noise...

⭐ 4.6/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 570193
$4,719
Buy at Thomann View Details
RME ADI-6432R - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

RME ADI-6432R

by RME
Digital Routing Format Conversion Sample Rate Conversion
Key Feature:
• Professional clocking options
✓ PROS
  • • Format compatibility solutions
  • • Digital routing capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Narrow market and support
  • • Complex setup and configuration

RME i-6432R2 x 64 Channel MADI/AES ConverterRedundant power supplies24-Bit/192 kHzStatus displays for MADI and...

⭐ 4.5/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 298738
$3,518
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Digital Converters

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced digital converters typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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