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Black Lion Audio Revolution EXP 8x8 AD/DA Converter with Wordclock and ADAT

BH #BLRVLTNEXP • MFR #REVOLUTION EXP
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Black Lion Audio Revolution EXP 8x8 AD/DA Converter with Wordclock and ADAT
Key Features
  • Expansion Module for Audio Interfaces
  • 44.1 to 192 kHz, 8 to 2 Channels
  • Dual TOSLINK ADAT Inputs and Outputs
  • BNC Wordclock I/O
Designed to expand both your audio interface channel count and studio creativity, the Revolution EXP from Black Lion Audio is a rack-mountable 8x8 AD/DA converter that adds up to eight channels to your interface I/O. With support for sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz, native sample rate conversion for all digital I/O, and three clock source options (internal, ADAT, and BNC), the Revolution EXP is an ideal add-on to any studio seeking greater control over digital signal flow and sample rates.
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Black Lion Audio Revolution EXP Overview

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Designed to expand both your audio interface channel count and studio creativity, the Revolution EXP from Black Lion Audio is a rack-mountable 8x8 AD/DA converter that adds up to eight channels to your interface I/O. With support for sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz, native sample rate conversion for all digital I/O, and three clock source options (internal, ADAT, and BNC), the Revolution EXP is an ideal add-on to any studio seeking greater control over digital signal flow and sample rates.

The Revolution EXP includes eight analog 1/4" TRS inputs and outputs, with a selectable pad on each input that toggles between +4 dB (pro-level devices) and -10 dBV (consumer-level devices). You also get BNC wordclock input and output for syncing your devices to the Revolution EXP or vice-versa. Four multi-segment LED meters let you keep an eye on your analog signal levels, while a single LCD screen keeps you informed of your current sample rate. The Revolution EXP includes a DC power cord.

Typical Usage Scenarios
The Revolution EXP can be used for various applications in the studio. You can set up four sets of stereo sends and returns for external reverbs EQs, and other processors, or create four sets of stereo headphone sends for monitoring applications.

You can route four mono stems and two stereo stems to an analog summing mixer via your Revolution EXP analog outputs, and use two stereo inputs to return from the summing mixer. You can even add eight mono speakers via the Revolution EXP outputs and create a 5.1.2 spatial audio mix environment. These examples just scratch the surface.

Black Lion Audio Mixer
With driver 5.70, Revolution interfaces now benefit from the addition of the Black Lion Audio Mixer, which offers low-latency routing with no CPU-eating DSP—ideal for direct monitoring applications. The Black Lion Audio Mixer features Simple and Advanced modes, giving you quick and easy access to your levels or complex routing options. The Mixer also lets you tap into the Revolution interfaces' powerful loopback feature, letting you route audio from one app to another. Thanks to the BLA mixer, you'll be able to:

  • Send DAW audio and talkback mic to Discord for a remote session
  • Live stream a digital DJ set from your DAW
  • Sample audio from your browser to your DAW
  • Record or stream a song to your phone with a backing track that is playing on your computer (Revolution 6x6 only)
  • Live streaming a guitar performance from your phone (Revolution 6x6 only)
Multiple ADAT Ports
The number of digital audio channels that can be transmitted or received by the ADAT I/O is dependent upon the selected sampling rate. Higher sampling rates consume more bandwidth, reducing channel count.

When using one ADAT port:

  • 44.1 kHz: 8 inputs and 8 outputs
  • 48 kHz: 8 inputs and 8 outputs
  • 88.2 kHz: 4 inputs and 4 outputs
  • 96 kHz: 4 inputs and 4 outputs
  • 176.4 kHz: 2 inputs and 2 outputs
  • 192 kHz: 2 inputs and 2 outputs

When using two ADAT ports:

  • 44.1 kHz: 8 inputs and 8 outputs
  • 48 kHz: 8 inputs and 8 outputs
  • 88.2 kHz: 8 inputs and 8 outputs
  • 96 kHz: 8 inputs and 8 outputs
  • 176.4 kHz: 4 inputs and 4 outputs
  • 192 kHz: 4 inputs and 4 outputs
UPC: 753459974940

Black Lion Audio Revolution EXP Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Rackmount
Converter Type
AD/DA Converter
Number of Channels
8x A/D (at 48 kHz)
4x A/D (at 96 kHz)
4x A/D (at 192 kHz)
8x D/A (at 48 kHz)
4x D/A (at 96 kHz)
4x D/A (at 192 kHz)
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Analog Audio I/O
8x 1/4" TRS Line Input
8x 1/4" TRS Line Output
Digital Audio I/O
TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input
TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output
General
Form Factor
Rackmount
Converter Type
AD/DA Converter
Number of Channels
8x A/D (at 48 kHz)
4x A/D (at 96 kHz)
4x A/D (at 192 kHz)
8x D/A (at 48 kHz)
4x D/A (at 96 kHz)
4x D/A (at 192 kHz)
Conversion Formats
ADAT
Display
4x Multi-Segment LED Meter
1x Monochrome LCD
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
8x 1/4" TRS Line Input
8x 1/4" TRS Line Output
Phantom Power
No
Digital Audio I/O
2x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input (S/MUX Support)
2x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output (S/MUX Support)
Host Connection / USB
No
USB (Non-Host)
1x USB-C (Update)
Sync I/O
1x BNC Word Clock Input
1x BNC Word Clock Output
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 to 192 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion
On Digital I/O
Sync Sources
ADAT, Word Clock
Power
Power Requirements
DC Input
Physical
Rackmount Size
1 U
Certifications
RoHS, WEEE
Dimensions
19" / 48.3 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
9.665 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
22.5 x 11.7 x 4.7"

Black Lion Audio Revolution EXP Reviews

I NEED 16 CHANNELS WITH DB25 CONNECTORS ASAP!!

By SID
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-07-31

BLA rocks! Great company. All I need now is a 16x16 ADAT (AD/DA) converter with DB25 connectors on the back. Im literally just waiting to hand you my money. Make it happen!!!

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