Ferrofish Pulse 16 AE

Ferrofish Pulse 16 AE 16x16 AD/DA ADAT Converter - Compact Studio Powerhouse

The Ferrofish Pulse 16 AE is a versatile 1U rackmount AD/DA converter designed for seamless integration in studios and live setups, offering 16 high-quality balanced analog I/Os and up to 32 ADAT channels. Featuring ESS ES9017 DACs and ES9840Q ADCs with ultra-low distortion and 130 dB dynamic range, it delivers crystal-clear conversion up to 192 kHz. With USB-C remote control, MIDI I/O, Word Clock sync, and a DSP stick slot for future upgrades, the Pulse 16 AE combines professional performance with intuitive operation, making it an essential tool for multi-channel routing and monitoring.

Premium Conversion and Connectivity

The Pulse 16 AE's ESS converters provide exceptional detail and resolution, supported by a temperature-compensated Word Clock (±1.5 ppm accuracy) and digitally controlled PLL for jitter reduction. Its four ADAT I/O ports (2x4 TOSLINK) handle 32 channels at 48 kHz, 16 at 96 kHz, or 8 at 192 kHz, with Port 4 switchable to S/PDIF. Balanced TRS I/Os offer +20 dBu headroom, ensuring clean integration with consoles and synths.

Intuitive Control and Expansion

Dual TFT displays show 28-level metering for all 16 in/16 out channels, with a rotary encoder and context-sensitive help for easy navigation. RemoteFish software (Mac/PC) via USB-C enables MIDI CC control and firmware updates, while the DSP stick slot prepares for future processing. MIDI I/O and GPIO (4 in/4 out) add remote preset switching and alerts, enhancing workflow efficiency.

Key Features of the Ferrofish Pulse 16 AE

• 16x16 balanced analog I/Os (TRS) with +20 dBu headroom
• 4x ADAT I/O (32 ch. at 48 kHz, 16 at 96 kHz, 8 at 192 kHz)
• ESS ES9017 DAC/ES9840Q ADC for 130 dB dynamic range
• Dual TFT displays for full I/O metering and control
• USB-C for RemoteFish app, MIDI I/O for CC commands
• Word Clock I/O with ±1.5 ppm accuracy and jitter reduction
• GPIO for preset switching and alerts
• DSP stick slot for future upgrades
• 1U rackmount, 2-year warranty

Technical Specifications

• Type: 16x16 AD/DA to ADAT converter
• Analog I/O: 16x TRS balanced (+20 dBu max)
• Digital I/O: 4x ADAT TOSLINK (32 ch. at 48 kHz), Port 4 S/PDIF switchable
• Converters: ESS ES9017 DAC/ES9840Q ADC
• Sample Rate: Up to 192 kHz
• Clocking: Temperature-compensated, ±1.5 ppm accuracy
• PLL Jitter Reduction: Digitally controlled
• Connectivity: USB-C, MIDI I/O, Word Clock BNC
• Power: External 12V DC
• Dimensions: 19 x 1.75 x 12.2 in (483 x 44 x 310 mm)
• Weight: 9 lbs (4.1 kg)
• Warranty: 2-year limited

Included Accessories

• Pulse 16 AE Converter
• Power supply
• USB-C cable