Lynx Hilo 2 USB AD/DA Analog Digital Converter and Interface

Hilo 2 is our most transparent interface ever.

Key features

Pristine, independently coupled 2 in, 6 out, AD/DA conversion with digital expansion up to 16x16.

Unique touchscreen interface. Forever upgradable through our free firmware updates.

Future-proof LSlot design with swappable USB, Thunderbolt and DANTE cards.

Real-time meters and analysis tools, hyper-flexible routing and monitor control.

Powered by mains or 9-18v DC battery packs for location recording.

Lynx’s class-leading transparent audio quality.

Hilo 2: Upgraded conversion technology provides even more transparent performance.

Hilo 2: SynchroLock 2 sample clock provides faster locking and better tracking of external clocks with 7ppm absolute accuracy.

Hilo 2: In-plane switching LCD with capacitive touch provides significant increase in brightness, uniform off-axis viewing, and improved touch responsiveness.

Hilo 2: Upgrade path to higher sample rates above 192kHz and DSD on input and output.

Hilo 2: Selectable linear and minimum phase filters on line I/O.

Who it's for

Hilo 2 is for professionals who demand the purest audio quality. Engineered to be a true all-in-one device, Hilo offers class-leading AD/DA conversion, built-in metering and analysis, multiple ins and outs, hyper-flexible routing and monitoring control — all easily saved and recalled via touchscreen, whatever work you do.

Here are some examples:

• Mastering with an analog chain
• Mixing with multiple speakers
• Location sound recording
• Voice recording and overdubbing
• Audiophile listening
• Archiving

Metering

Hilo displays real-time, accurate metering and analysis. Dual horizontal, VU analog, all I/O and spectrum analysis cover all tasks.

Connected apps

With Hilo 2, you get free connected applications. Hilo Remote for iPad and desktop offer you full control with extended features.

Technical specification

Line in L/R (Preliminary)

• THD+N: -116dB @ 1kHz, 20kHz filter, +22dBu trim
• Dynamic range: 122dB @ A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
• Frequency response: ±0.01dB, 20–20kHz
• Crosstalk: -140dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
• Full-scale trim settings: +0dBV, +2dBV, +4dBV, +6dBV, +18dBu, +20dBu, +22dBu, +24dBu
• Female XLR connectors

Line out L/R (Preliminary)

• THD+N: -116dB @ 1kHz, 20kHz filter, +22dBu trim
• Dynamic range: 122dB @ A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
• Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20–20kHz
• Crosstalk: -135dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
• Full-scale trim settings: +0dBV, +2dBV, +4dBV, +6dBV, +18dBu, +20dBu, +22dBu, +24dBu
• Male XLR connectors

Monitor out L/R

• THD+N: -107dB @1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter, volume at max
• Dynamic range: 121dB, A- weighted, -60dBFS signal method
• Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20-20kHz
• Crosstalk: -135dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
• Output level at max: +24dBu or +10dBu, jumper selectable
• 1/4" TRS connectors

Headphone out

• THD+N: -107dB @1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter, volume at max
• Dynamic range: 121dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
• Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20-20kHz
• Crosstalk: -130dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
• Output level at max: +19dBu
• 1/4” headphone jack