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RME Digiface Ravenna 256-Channel USB Audio Interface

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RME Digiface Ravenna 256-Channel USB Audio Interface
Key Features
  • Portable Standalone/USB Audio Interface
  • 128-Channel Ravenna on Four RJ45 Ports
  • Two BNC Coaxial for 64-Channel MADI/Sync
  • 24-Bit / 44.1 to 192 kHz Sample Rate
Based upon RME's proven Digiface Dante, the Digiface Ravenna delivers 256 channels of pristine quality digital audio with both USB 3.0 and standalone operation. This highly portable interface sports four RJ45 ports for 128-channel Ravenna communication with networked devices, as well as two coaxial BNC ports that can serve as word clock sync points or provide up to 64 channels of MADI digital audio, all supporting high-resolution sample rates up to 24-bit / 192 kHz.
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RME Digiface Ravenna Overview

Based upon RME's proven Digiface Dante, the Digiface Ravenna delivers 256 channels of pristine quality digital audio with both USB 3.0 and standalone operation. This highly portable interface sports four RJ45 ports for 128-channel Ravenna communication with networked devices, as well as two coaxial BNC ports that can serve as word clock sync points or provide up to 64 channels of MADI digital audio, all supporting high-resolution sample rates up to 24-bit / 192 kHz.

A DC-coupled 1/4" headphone output feeds pro-quality stereo audio for monitors and can also be assigned as an analog line-level output source. The Digiface Ravenna is fully compatible with the free ARC USB interface drivers, TotalMix FX software routing/mixing program, and DigiCheck professional audio analysis tools. This audio interface can be powered via USB bus power or the included AC adapter, making it highly viable as the portable heart of complex digital audio rigs.

Mobile Ravenna Solution via USB
The combination of RME's renowned drivers (Mac/Windows) and DirectOut's Ravenna implementation offer a reliable and flexible networked computer audio interface. Equipped with the latest version of TotalMix FX it can not only route, but also mix, as many independent submixes as outputs are available. The included high quality phones output offers a quick listen to any audio channel, but can also be used as line output to provide an additional analog stereo mixdown.
Ravenna & MADI
RME made the two BNC sockets for word clock I/O switchable to MADI I/O, with up to 64 channels. The total sum of Ravenna and MADI, 128 channels, are transferred via USB 3.0 and handled via the included Ravenna web server or RME's TotalMix FX, for full and struggle-free control of all audio.

On the network side, the interface features a full-fledged Ravenna stack with AES67 and ST2110-30/31 support and redundant audio-over-IP streaming as per ST2022-7. In addition, the interface can also be used as a mobile 64-channel Ravenna/MADI converter without a USB connection to a computer. The coaxial MADI I/O connectors may also be configured to work as word clock sync I/O.

TotalMix FX and TotalMix Remote
Like all the latest RME interfaces, the Digiface Series also includes the powerful digital real-time mixer TotalMix FX. It allows for practically unlimited mixing and routing operations, with all inputs and playback channels simultaneously, to any hardware outputs. The Digiface Series includes a dedicated Control Room section with Talkback, Main/Phones, fader groups, mute groups, complete remote controllability via Mackie or OSC protocol, and much more.

Additionally RME's latest software, TotalMix Remote, enhances the power of RME interfaces by enabling remote control via iOS, PC or Mac. With a straightforward set up process—simply enter the IP address of the computer you would like to control with TotalMix Remote and get going—users can quickly adjust any aspect of TotalMix FX on a host system while walking around the studio with their tablet, or from a control room located elsewhere in the facility.

Note:
The Digiface Series does not support DSP based effects like EQ or reverb.
RME Software Features
TotalMix FX: Mixing/Routing for Studio and Live Work
Since 2001 TotalMix added unlimited routing and mixing to RME's audio interfaces. Its unique capability to create as many independent submixes as output channels available turned it into the most flexible and powerful mixer of its kind.
RME USB: Ultralow Latency Audio Transport
Use your RME audio interface on Mac and PC with reliable, stable, and regularly updated drivers for our products. RME Audio develops its own interface core, it's not dependent on 3rd parties for upgrades, modifications or bug fixes, so customers can use latest operating systems without interruption or delay."
DigiCheck: High Resolution Audio Measurements
RME Audio interfaces not only provide you with a professional digital audio interface, but also with a free available software tool: DigiCheck, for metering, testing, measuring and analyzing digital audio streams.

RME Digiface Ravenna Specs

Key Specs
Channels of I/O
Digital:
256 Inputs / 256 Outputs at 48 kHz
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Analog Audio I/O
1x 1/4" TRS Line/Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
BNC Coaxial MADI Input
BNC Coaxial MADI Output
Host Connection
1x USB-B (Class-Compliant, on Interface)
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included), USB Bus Power
General
Display
No
Channels of I/O
Digital:
256 Inputs / 256 Outputs at 48 kHz
Built-In DSP
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Built-In Microphone
No
Input Level Adjustment
via Software
Signal Processing
Pad
No
High-Pass Filter
No
Solo/Mute
Solo, Mute, PFL per Input Channel, Bus
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Line/Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Phantom Power
No
Digital Audio I/O
1x BNC Coaxial MADI Input (S/MUX Support, S/MUX4 Support, Word Clock Support)
1x BNC Coaxial MADI Output (S/MUX Support, S/MUX4 Support, Word Clock Support)
Host Connection / USB
1x USB-B (Class-Compliant, on Interface)
Host Connection Protocol
USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
1x BNC Word Clock Input (Shared with MADI)
1x BNC Word Clock Output (Shared with MADI)
Network I/O
4x RJ45 AES67 / RAVENNA (Gigabit)
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Frequency Response
Headphone, Digital:
0 Hz to 20.8 kHz -0.5 dB (at 44.1 kHz, 1/4" and BNC)
0 Hz to 45 kHz -0.5 dB (at 96 kHz, 1/4" and BNC)
0 Hz to 89 kHz -1 dB (at 192 kHz, 1/4" and BNC)
Maximum Output Level
Outputs:
+9.5 dBu at 0 dBFS (1 Kilohm Load)
Headphone Output Power
1/4":
50 mW
Impedance
BNC Coaxial MADI/Word Clock Outputs:
2 Ohms
Dynamic Range
Analog/Digital Outputs:
110 dB RMS (Unweighted)
113 dBA (A-Weighted)
THD
-96 dB / 0.0016% (At -1 dBFS)
THD+N
-95 dB / 0.0017% (At -1 dBFS)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 to 192 kHz
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Sync Sources
Internal, MADI, Precision Time Protocol (PTP), RAVENNA, Word Clock
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Computer: Windows / macOS
Mobile: iOS Only
Mobile Device Compatibility
No
Required Hardware
Ethernet Port, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Port, USB Cable
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included), USB Bus Power
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC/DC Power Adapter
100 to 240 VAC at 2 A (Included)
Physical
Certifications
CE, FCC, WEEE
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.7 x 7.2 x 3.9"

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