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From Ferrofish
The Pule 8 AE adds a smaller-scale AD/DA converter to the very popular line of Ferrofish converters that include the A 32 Pro, A 32 Pro Dante, and Pulse 16 Series.
The Ferrofish Pulse 8 AE is a versatile and compact AD/DA converter designed for seamless integration into studio or live setups. With 8 high-quality balanced analog inputs and outputs, it ensures precise and clean signal conversion. The Pulse 8 AE offers full visual control via its vibrant front-panel display, simplifying real-time monitoring and configuration. Built to accommodate professional workflows, its robust clocking options and compatibility with standard studio connections make it an essential tool for engineers seeking reliable performance in a flexible, space-saving form factor.
Analog I/O
- 8 balanced TRS inputs (¼-inch)
- 8 balanced TRS outputs (¼-inch)
Headphone Out
- 1 x ¼” (6.3mm) TRS jack, stereo.
- Selectable mono or stereo source.
- Amplification power adjustable in four stages.
- Digital volume control with 1 dB resolution.
- Dedicated monitoring path via a separate ESS DAC.
ADAT I/O
2+2 optical ports (8 channels each with 48 kHz)
- 16 channels @32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
- 8 channels @64kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz (SMUX/2)
- 4 channels @128kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz (SMUX4)
MIDI I/O
2 x Mini TRS connector for firmware updates and future features
(Adapter to 5Pin standard MIDI port available)
Wordclock I/O
- BNC: 1 x input, 1 x output
75 Ohm Termination switchable for input - 125 MHz oscillator with high precision
- Initial accuracy: ±1.5 ppm
- Drift over the temperature range: ±2.5 ppm
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Aging: ±1 ppm
Power Supply
- Voltage: 12 V at a maximum of 1 A
- Connector: 2.54 mm barrel jack with locking screw
- Power Adapter: – 12 V, 3 A (or 12 V, 1 A), Positive pin, Included with the device
- Nominal: 12 VA, Standby: Below 1 VA
Remote Control
- via USB port for Ferrofioh RemoteFish software
Converter info:
analog outputs:
- SNR 120dB (typ.)
- THD+N -115dB (1kHz, 48kHz SR, a-weighted, typ.)
analog inputs:
- SNR 112dB (typ.)
- THD+N -108dB (1kHz, 48kHz SR, a-weighted, typ.)
DSP
Expandable via optional DSP stick
PLL (Phase-Locked Loop)
Digitally controlled PLL with active jitter reduction
Fuse
Polyfuse, internal, self-resetting
Operating Temperature Range
+5 °C to +45 °C
Humidity
Maximum: <75 %, non-condensing
Weight
1 kg
Dimensions
Size: 13.5 cm (D) x 22 cm (W) x 4.4 cm (H) (1U)
(Dimensions exclude knobs and connectors)
Free 3-Year Warranty
Sound Pure stands behind our products. Free three-year warranty on this item. Coverage exclusions live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
Level of support and expertise that simply isn't available at big-box megastores. Read the warranty →
Returns
This item is not eligible for the Try-Before-You-Buy 48-hour audition. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.
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