Ferrofish Pulse16
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Ferrofish
Pulse16
Product Info
Article Number:
419545
Brand:
Ferrofish
Model:
Pulse16
Category:
Digital Converters
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pulse16 is a seriously clean and capable AD/DA converter. It's a great workhorse for project studios, smaller commercial facilities, or anyone needing a lot of analog I/O without sacrificing audio quality – Ferrofish's reputation for low noise shines here. Just be mindful of the ADAT limitations if you’re heavily reliant on that format.
Product Description
- Ferrofish Pulse16
- AD/DA Converter
- 24 Bit / 96 kHz converter
- Jack sockets for quick and easy wiring
- All I/Os (32 analog channels) can be used at 96 kHz
- Input gain of all analog channels switchable in 1 dB increments (-8dBu to +20dBu)
- Output level of all analog channels switchable in 1 dB increments (-8dBu to +20dBu)
- Active jitter reduction circuit
- Fanless
- 16 analog inputs and outputs (32 x sym. 6.3 mm TRS)
- 4 ADAT inputs and outputs
- 1 MIDI input and output
- 1 word clock input and output
- 1 headphone output
- 2 TFT displays for levels and settings
- for a complete overview of all levels and settings on the device
- 1 power supply connection A/B 12 V DC/3A
- Format: 19" / 1 U
PROS
- • Exceptional transparency; truly reveals source quality.
- • Flexible gain staging offers precise level control.
- • Robust build quality; feels solid and dependable.
- • Comprehensive I/O options cater to complex setups.
CONS
- • Limited ADAT channel count compared to rivals.
- • The 1U height can be restrictive in some racks.
- • Lack of AES/EBU connectivity is a noticeable omission.
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
32 analog, 4 ADAT
Max Sample Rate
96 kHz
Bit Depth
24 Bit
Connection
TRS, ADAT, MIDI, Word Clock
Clock
Word Clock
Weight
Approximately 7 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active jitter reduction is surprisingly effective, getting you close to the performance of converters costing significantly more – a real strength for its class.
Yes, the Pulse16 is designed to handle all 16 analog inputs and outputs at 96kHz, providing a high channel count for demanding recording scenarios.
The displays are reasonably bright, but direct sunlight can wash them out; consider adjusting screen brightness or angling the unit to minimize glare.
