RME ADI8QS: The Ultimate 8-Channel AD/DA Converter
RME's ADI-8 QS is a high-end 8-channel AD/DA converter with a remarkable set of features. It combines top-notch analog circuit design with the latest generation of outstanding low-latency AD/DA converter chips. Along with the integrated SteadyClock, the QS delivers AD- and DA-conversion of the highest quality.
Features:
- • Exceptional 8-channel AD converter with a fully symmetrical design and 117 dBA
- • Impressive 8-channel DA converter with a DC-coupled signal path, double balanced output, and 120 dBA
- • Ultra-low latency conversion - only 8 samples of delay!
Specifications:
- Input AD: 1/4' TRS jack and 25 pin D-sub, servo balanced, completely symmetrical audio path
- Output AD: 4 x AES/EBU, 2 x ADAT optical, optional MADI
- Input DA: 4 x AES/EBU, 2 x ADAT optical, optional MADI
- Output DA:1/4' TRS jack servo balanced, up to +21 dBu. 25 pin D-sub, balanced, up to +24 dBu. DC-coupled audio path
- Dynamic Range AD: 117 dBA
- THD AD: < -110 dB (< 0.00032 %)
- THD+N AD: < -104 dB (< 0.00063 %)
- Crosstalk AD: > 130 dB
- Dynamic Range DA: 120 dBA unmuted
- THD DA: < -104 dB (< 0.00063 %)
- THD+N DA: < -102 dB (< 0.0008 %)
- Crosstalk DA: > 110 dB
- Input level for 0 dBFS: +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu, +4.2 dBu, each adjustable by 6 dB in steps of 0.5 dB via Digital Input Trim
- Output level for 0 dBFS: +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu, +4.2 dBu, each adjustable by +/- 6 dB in steps of 0.5 dB
- Output level global: 0 down to -96 dB in 48 steps
- Sample rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, variable (sync/word)
- Frequency response AD/DA, -0.1 dB: 10 Hz - 23.2 kHz (sf 48 kHz)
- Frequency response AD/DA, -0.5 dB: < 5 Hz - 44.6 kHz (sf 96 kHz)
- Frequency response AD/DA, -1 dB: < 5 Hz - 63.4 kHz (sf 192 kHz)
- Power supply: Internal switching mode ps, 100 V-240 V AC
- Dimensions (WxHxD) 483 x 44 x 200 mm


The RME ADI8QS is a must-have for audio professionals. It's perfect for recording studios, live sound setups, and any situation where high-quality audio conversion is needed. With its 8 channels, it can handle multiple audio sources simultaneously. The device has a width of 483 mm, height of 44 mm, and depth of 200 mm. It runs on an internal switching mode power supply that supports 100 V-240 V AC.