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XLogic Alpha-Link Analogue I/O
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24-channels of transparent analog AD/DA with ADAT lightpipe I/O and SSL's analog magic.
The Alpha Link AX shares an almost identical feature set to the Alpha Link MADI AX (see # 180183) but strips away the MADI functionality to deliver a super ADAT Lightpipe-based SSL enhanced AD/DA solution that hits an impressive price-to-performance ratio ” giving you 24 channels of analog AD/DA and 24 channels of ADAT lightpipe I/O simultaneously. The Alpha Link AX can also be used as a standalone format converter.
Setup Guide
The Alpha Link AX does not have internal DSP mixing, which means you can't mix all 24 inputs to a single stereo output with the Alpha Link AX alone. For that kind of functionality, you'll need a PCIe card such as the RME HDSPe RayDAT (see #500413), which gives you 4 x ADAT I/O or 36 channels ADAT audio at 24-bit/48kHz (more than enough for the Alpha Link), and it also gives you RME's TotalMix DSP software. This will give you an extremely powerful and professional solution for your digital audio workstation.
Another recommended setup would be for those want to use a mixing console with their DAW, such as the Toft ATB-24A (#580040), which would provide a complete AD/DA-analog recording and mixing setup. Another unit that we recommend with this setup would be a D-Sub/TT patchbay such as the Switchcraft 9625 TT Patchbay (#501601) with Planet Waves Modular Snakes (#334007 & 334008) for quick and easy setup.
Features
- 24 analog inputs and outputs with SSL enhanced AD/DA at up to 96kHz on D-Sub connectors (for use with D-Sub to XLR looms)
- Word/SuperClock input and output
- Video Sync input functionality for the WordClock input: the Video Sync. signal can be converted to WordClock internally and transmitted via the WordClock output
- MIDI input and output
- All input and output channels can be used simultaneously in any configuration
- Comprehensive input/output routing and mode selection matrix
- Analogue input/output metering via 24 tri-color LEDs
XLogic Alpha-Link Analogue I/O Specifications:
Digital- Quantization: 24-bit
- Sample rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
- Number of channels: input: 24, output: 24
- Number of ports: input: 3, output: 3 (8 channels per connector)
- Connector type: Sub-D female
- Electrical: balanced, +4dBu nominal, +22dBu maximum
- Number of channels: Input: 24, Output: 24
- Number of ports: 3 (8 input channels per connector and 8 output channels per connector)
- Connector type: Toslink
- Number of channels: Input: 24, Output: 24
- Number of ports: 3 (8 input channels and 8 output channels per connector)
- Connector type: Sub-D
- Number of channels: 64
- Connector type: MiniD 68 poles
- Connector Style: BNC
- Video Sync input and conversion functionality for the WordClock input: a Video Sync signal received via the WordClock input connector can be converted to WordClock internally and transmitted via the WordClock output.
- Number of ports: 2 (1 input port and 1 output port)
- Connector style: 5-Pin DIN
- On/Off, In (routing), Out (routing), Sample Rate (when Clock=INT), Clock, Meter
- Phones : 1/4" JACK
- In (routing), Out (routing), Sample Rate, Clock, Meter: Analogue In or Out
- -30dBFS (green)
- -3dBFS (orange)
- -0.1dBFS (red)
- Operating Voltage: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Height: 88mm (2RU)
- Width: 19.0"
- Depth: 310mm
- Weight: 6.0kg
- Free Standard Ground shipping (48 contiguous states, some overweight and Used/Vintage items excluded).
- Orders placed before 3 p.m. ET usually ship the same business day.
Every guitar or bass you purchase from Musician's Friend (electric or acoustic, New or Open Box) includes two years of protection from manufacturer defects.
Our Gear Advisers are available to guide you through your entire shopping experience. Call or Chat for expert advice and to hear the latest deals.