RME M32 AD Pro 32-Channel High-End 192 Kilohertz AD Converter

RME M32 AD Pro: The Ultimate 32-Channel High-End 192 Kilohertz AD Converter

In 2010, RME introduced the M-32 AD and M-32 DA, two independent 32-channel converters that quickly became the industry standard due to their exceptional quality, reliability, and channel count. Since then, both converter technology and the demands of professional audio users have advanced in various fields, including professional studios, immersive sound installations, live sound systems, and even industrial applications requiring high analog channel counts.

Features:

• • 32 x Analog In/Out (25-pin D-sub, up to +24 dBu): Enjoy seamless connectivity with multiple analog inputs and outputs.
• • 2 x MADI I/O (separate optical SC and coaxial BNC, up to 128 Ch.): Benefit from high-speed data transfer with MADI interfaces.
• • 1 x RJ45 1 GigE AVB, four streams with 4/8/12/16 Ch. each: Experience efficient audio streaming over Ethernet.
• • (optional) MIDI I/O for legacy MIDI Remote: Connect to legacy MIDI devices for added flexibility.
• • Word Clock I/O (BNC): Ensure precise synchronization with other audio equipment.
• • USB 2.0 (for remote control): Control the device easily from your computer.
• • 2 x monitored fully redundant internal PSUs: Enjoy reliable power supply with redundancy.
• • 32-channel AD converter, fully symmetrical design, 120 dBa: Benefit from high-quality audio conversion.
• • 19' enclosure 1 unit height: Compact and easy to install.
• • Large, tri-color backlit channel indicators with Peak/RMS metering: Monitor audio levels with ease.
• • Magnetic cover with customizable channel labels: Personalize your setup.
• • SteadyClock III - audio quality not susceptible to input jitter: Ensure consistent audio performance.
• • SyncCheck and ICC - detects when a clock source is not in sync and falls back to other available signals: Keep your audio in sync.
• • MADI Auto-Input - seamless redundancy: Enjoy uninterrupted audio operation.
• • 2' display with control knob for full device control: Control the device intuitively.
• • 15 Preset storage, firmware upgrade persistent: Save your settings and keep the device up-to-date.
• • Lock (optional code) and dark mode: Protect your settings and customize the display.
• • Internal routing of up to 224x192 M-32 AD Pro / 192x224 M-32 DA Pro channels in 4 channel blocks (32 x Analog, 64 x MADI Opt, 64 x MADI Coax, and 64 x AVB): Maximize your audio routing capabilities.
• • Remote control via HTTP, JSON, IEEE 1722.1 AVDECC, MIDI over MADI and optional MIDI: Control the device from anywhere.

Specifications:

• • Resolution: 24 bit: Enjoy high-resolution audio conversion.
• • Input level: switchable per channel +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu @ 0 dBFS: Customize the input level for each channel.
• • Inputs: AC coupled, fully symmetrical signal path (servo-balanced): Ensure accurate audio input.
• • Signal to Noise ratio (SNR) @ +24 dBu, 44.1 kHz: 117.0 dB RMS unweighted, 120.7 dBA: Experience low noise and high audio quality.
• • Signal to Noise ratio (SNR) @ +19 dBu: 116.3 dB RMS unweighted, 119.9 dBA: Enjoy excellent audio performance.
• • Signal to Noise ratio (SNR) @ +13 dBu: 114.7 dB RMS unweighted, 118.3 dBA: Benefit from reliable audio conversion.
• • Frequency response @ 44.1 kHz, -0.1 dB: 5 Hz – 20.5 kHz: Ensure accurate audio reproduction.
• • THD @ -1 dBFS: < -111 dB, < 0.00029%: Experience low distortion.
• • THD+N @ -1 dBFS: < -108 dB, < 0.00039%: Enjoy high-quality audio with low noise and distortion.
• • Channel separation: > 110 dB: Ensure clear audio separation between channels.

The RME M32 AD Pro is a high-end 32-channel AD converter designed for professional audio applications. It's perfect for use in professional studios, immersive sound installations, live sound systems, and industrial applications that require a high number of analog channels. The converter features 32 x Analog In/Out (25-pin D-sub, up to +24 dBu), 2 x MADI I/O (separate optical SC and coaxial BNC, up to 128 Ch.), and 1 x RJ45 1 GigE AVB, four streams with 4/8/12/16 Ch. each. It also has optional MIDI I/O for legacy MIDI Remote, Word Clock I/O (BNC), USB 2.0 for remote control, and 2 x monitored fully redundant internal PSUs. The converter is housed in a 19' enclosure 1 unit height and features large, tri-color backlit channel indicators with Peak/RMS metering, a magnetic cover with customizable channel labels, SteadyClock III for audio quality not susceptible to input jitter, SyncCheck and ICC for detecting when a clock source is not in sync and falling back to other available signals, MADI Auto-Input for seamless redundancy, a 2' display with control knob for full device control, 15 Preset storage with firmware upgrade persistent, Lock (optional code) and dark mode, and internal routing of up to 224x192 M-32 AD Pro / 192x224 M-32 DA Pro channels in 4 channel blocks (32 x Analog, 64 x MADI Opt, 64 x MADI Coax, and 64 x AVB). It can be remotely controlled via HTTP, JSON, IEEE 1722.1 AVDECC, MIDI over MADI and optional MIDI. The converter has a resolution of 24 bit, input level switchable per channel +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu @ 0 dBFS, AC coupled, fully symmetrical signal path (servo-balanced), signal to noise ratio (SNR) @ +24 dBu, 44.1 kHz of 117.0 dB RMS unweighted, 120.7 dBA, SNR @ +19 dBu of 116.3 dB RMS unweighted, 119.9 dBA, SNR @ +13 dBu of 114.7 dB RMS unweighted, 118.3 dBA, frequency response @ 44.1 kHz, -0.1 dB of 5 Hz – 20.5 kHz, THD @ -1 dBFS of < -111 dB, < 0.00029%, THD+N @ -1 dBFS of < -108 dB, < 0.00039%, and channel separation of > 110 dB.