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RME ADI-2

Item ID: ADI2

2-channel AD/DA-converter from/to SPDIF, AES and ADAT, up to 192 kHz

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Extraordinarily Flexible 2-channel High-end AD/DA Converter

The RME ADI-2 is a both compact and extremely flexible 2-channel Hi-End AD/DA-converter. The small 9.5" RME ADI-2 offers top notch AD/DA-conversion from/to SPDIF, AES and ADAT, at up to 192kHz. Its ability to use SPDIF, AES and ADAT format provides outstanding compatibility.

RME ADI-2 at a Glance:
  • Balanced inputs and outputs, and monitoring via headphone out.
  • SteadyClock for optimal converter quality, 24-bit/192kHz.
  • Digital Connectivity
  • Clear layout makes the ADI-2 easy to use out of the box.
  • Runs on a wide range of power supplied.


Balanced inputs and outputs
The ADI-2 is equipped with a balanced stereo line input via two Neutrik XLR/phones combo jacks, a balanced stereo line output with XLR plus separate and simultaneously active phone jacks, as well as an adjustable headphone output.

SteadyClock
The analog inputs and outputs use the same circuit design as RME's famous ADI-8, guaranteeing outstandingly low noise and distortion. Three different settings for the input and output levels each provide perfect compatibility on analog domain. A further highlight is SteadyClock, a proprietary clock technology for maximum jitter suppression. SteadyClock guarantees superb sound quality completely independent from the quality of the current reference clock. The ADI-2 uses the latest generation of AD/DA-converters capable of up to 192kHz sampling frequency at a S/N ratio of 110dB.

Digital Connectivity
The RME ADI-2 has more to offer than tremendous sound, it also gives you exciting digital connectivity. The RME ADI-2's transformer-balanced coaxial (RCA) SPDIF I/O has switchable Channel Status to make it fully AES/EBU compatible. The optical TOSlink I/Os can handle up to 192kHz and also serve as ADAT I/Os with up to 96kHz sample rate. You can even use the RME ADI-2's SPDIF input and ADAT output or vice versa in AD/DA mode.

Clear Layout and Distinct Labeling
The clear layout and the distinct labeling of the RME ADI-2's front panel with its functional buttons, the informative status displays, a six-LED level meter as well as the tidy functional back panel make the RME ADI-2 easy to operate the ADI-2 right out of the box. Protective rack handles and a strain-relief for power cord and audio cables are further useful details that make the ADI-2 even more unique.

Wide Range Of Power
Following the 'Universal Power Supply' philosophy of RME's Digiface, Multiface, QuadMic and OctaMic, the ADI-2 comes with an external switching power supply. Its additional internal switching power supply has been specially designed and optimized for audio applications. It accepts any voltage from 7 to 30 V, be it AC or DC, and even runs on batteries and rechargeable batteries.

RME ADI-2 Features:
  • 192kHz sampling frequency at a S/N ratio of 110dB.
  • Balanced inputs and outputs
  • Monitoring via headphone out
  • SteadyClock for optimal converter quality
  • 3-stage hardware input and output level control
  • Runs on a wide range of power supplied.
  • 3-stage hardware input and output level control.
  • Neutrik XLR/phones combo jacks
  • Balanced stereo line output with XLR
  • Separate and simultaneously active phone jacks
  • Transformer-balanced coaxial (RCA) SPDIF I/O
  • AES/EBU compatible.
  • Six LED level meter
  • Protective rack handles
  • External switching power supply
  • Accepts any voltage from 7 to 30 V, AC or DC, runs on batteries and rechargeable batteries.

Whatever it is - simply get connected with the RME ADI-2!
Specification Detail
Channels 2
A to D Yes
D to A Yes
Sample Rate 192kHz
Bit Depth 24-bit
Analog Inputs 2 x XLR/TRS combo
Analog Outputs 2 x XLR, 2 x TRS, 1 x Heaphones
Digital Inputs 1 x S/PDIF, 1 x ADAT optical
Digital Outputs 1 x S/PDIF, 1 x ADAT optical
Clock Inputs No clock inputs
Clock Outputs No clock outputs
Other I/O No other I/O
Expansion Slots No expansion slot
Rack Spaces 1/2U
Height 1.75"
Depth 6.1"
Width 8.6"
Weight 3.3 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number ADI2

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Reviews

based on 11 reviews

Amazing product

by from
December 11, 2011
Music Background: Producer/Sound Engineer/Professional Singer
I give this 5 stars. I was using a neve portico with a brauner phanthera, into a digi002. And since upgrading my converter to this the sound has improved so much. I felt like all the digital grain and... read more [+] harshness just vanished on the a/d and on the d/a no more mud and grainyness coming from the speakers. This thing really does blow away the digi 002 in terms of converters. close [-]

What an amazing little box.

by Phillip from Arlington Tx.
June 7, 2011
Music Background: Experimental, indie, rock
I can't say enough good things about this converter. If you mix outside your DAW and want to bypass your on-board converters then the ADI-2 is a must have. Even at 48k it sounds unbelievable. I've mad... read more [+]e a million mixes without a high quality converter but no more. Go outside your box to your analogue gear and back without losing anything. You also get 2 channels of high quality tracking to your DAW. close [-]

CLEAR, OPEN, FANTASTIC

by Jordan Hack from Provo, UT
May 5, 2011
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer
I will never get rid of this piece of gear, unless I end up purchasing something 5x as expensive. This is fantastic--such warm and expansive sound. I bought this paired with my Focal Solo6 Be monitors... read more [+] and the quality change kept me in my studio for HOURS listening to my favorite jams. If you can't afford the big guns, this is the best bang for your buck--PERIOD. close [-]

Warm sounding

by Steve Wells from Nashville,TN
April 11, 2011
Music Background: recording engineer/producer
After working with a host of low and medium priced converters, I am really glad I bit the bullet and purchased this unit. I have it paired with a 9652 REM card (PC) and it sounds great. This is a warm... read more [+] sounding unit. It reminds me of monitoring with tube type power amps. It has real nice low end with silky highs and it is easy on the ears in long sessions. Thumbs up RME! close [-]

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Carson McClain
The RME ADI-2 is one of the best convertors available today.
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