Cranborne Audio 500ADAT

Description

Cranborne Audio 500ADAT ADAT Expander & 8-Slot 500 Series Rack Cranborne Audio 500ADAT transforms any ADAT-equipped audio interface into an analogue powerhouse by combining an 8-slot high-current 500 series rack, pristine A/D-D/A conversion, analogue summing, and zero-latency artist monitoring. With 121 dB dynamic range, sub-0.5 ps jitter, and world-class clocking, 500ADAT ensures your favourite 500 series modules sound their best in a modern DAW workflow. Expand by pairing with another 500ADAT or the 500R8, harness C.A.S.T. connectivity to reduce cabling, and enjoy a truly integrated hybrid studio solution. Key Features ADAT Expansion — 8-in/8-out at 44.1/48 kHz, 8-in/8-out at 88.2/96 kHz, 4-in/4-out at 176.4/192 kHz. World-Class Conversion — 121 dB dynamic range, <0.00032% THD+N, -1 dB from 2.2 Hz to >80 kHz, jitter <0.5 ps. Reference-Grade Clocking — internal clock with word clock I/O (BNC), sync via Word Clock or ADAT. High-Current 500 Series Rack — 8 slots with 250 mA per rail (2 A total), gold-flash contacts, bypass switches, and source select (analogue, USB, or C.A.S.T.). Analogue Summing Mixer — 8-into-2 summing with +26.5 dBu headroom, expandable to 16-into-2 via C.A.S.T. link. Zero-Latency Artist Mixer — per-channel level/pan controls, aux blends, and true analogue monitoring independent of DAW latency. Dual Headphone Amps — high-power, reference-grade headphone outputs with independent blend/level controls and linear response down to <1 Hz. C.A.S.T. Connectivity — balanced audio over Cat 5e/6/7 cables, integrates with N22/N22H breakout boxes, transports phantom power up to 100 m. Expandable — link with 500R8 or additional 500ADAT units for up to 16 channels of I/O, summing, and 500 series processing. Designed & Engineered in the UK — rigorously tested with APx555 for reliability and sonic consistency. Specifications Conversion A/D Dynamic Range: 121 dB A-weighted (AES17, 20 Hz–20 kHz) A/D THD+N: <0.00032% (-110 dB) @ -4 dBFS, 20 Hz–40 kHz, 1 kHz, A-weighted D/A Dynamic Range: 121 dB A-weighted D/A THD+N: <0.0003% (-110.5 dB) @ -4 dBFS, 1 kHz, A-weighted Frequency Response: -1 dB, 2.2 Hz to >80 kHz (A/D); -1 dB, <1 Hz to >61 kHz (D/A) Max I/O Level: +24 dBu Clock Internal reference-quality master clock Sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz Jitter: <0.5 ps Word Clock input and output via BNC Analogue Summing 8-into-2 summing mixer, expandable to 16-into-2 with C.A.S.T. link Headroom: +26.5 dBu Dynamic Range: 108 dB A-weighted THD+N: <0.0007% @ +23 dBu, 1 kHz Headphone Amplifiers Dual high-power, reference-grade outputs with discrete mixer Output Power: 250 mW ×2 @ 600 Ω; 650 mW ×2 @ 220 Ω; 1.21 W ×2 @ 100 Ω; 500 mW ×2 @ 32 Ω Frequency Response: -1 dB, <1 Hz to >70 kHz THD+N: <0.00085% (-101.4 dB) @ +20 dBu, 1 kHz, 300 Ω load Dynamic Range: 114.5 dB A-weighted 500 Series Rack 8 slots, 250 mA per slot (2 A total) XLR inputs/outputs, TRS inserts per slot Slot bypass switches and source select (Analogue, USB, C.A.S.T.) C.A.S.T. Connectivity Dedicated ports per channel for balanced analogue I/O over Cat 5e/6/7 Transports 48 V phantom to microphones Works up to 100 m cable runs Power & Environment External 24 V, 5 A locking PSU (120 W consumption) AC Input: 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz Operating Temperature: +1 to 30 °C Storage Temperature: -20 to 50 °C Dimensions & Weight Unit: 481 mm W × 185 mm H (4U) × 219 mm D — 19" × 7" × 8.6" Unit Weight: 7 kg Shipping Carton: 550 mm W × 280 mm H × 335 mm D — 21.7" × 11" × 13.2"; 7.5 kg Notes: Specifications typical unless otherwise stated. Tested with APx555 at 192 kHz internal sample rate/clock. Performance varies with sample rate.