RME
MADIface XT II

394-channel 192 kHz USB 3.0 audio interface

RME presents the MADIface XT II, a 394-Channel 192 kHz USB 3.0 audio interface with extensive connectivity and control features for live and studio applications. Compared to its predecessor MADIface XT, the MADIface XT II features an updated digital and analog circuitry and surpasses the first generation with significantly improved analog and digital performance.

At the time of its launch, the MADIface XT was the world's first USB 3.0 audio interface - and impressed with its combination of extremely high channel count, extensive connectivity and compact desktop housing. With two practical mic/line preamps (XLR/TRS combo inputs), two balanced XLR line outputs, a stereo line headphone output, a variety of digital signal options (MADI coaxial and optical, MIDI/AES, word clock) and an additional PCI Express connection, the MADIface XT left nothing to be desired in terms of connectivity.

New analog records

The successor MADIface XT II builds on this successful formula and outperforms the signal values of its predecessor in many areas. The MADIface XT II outperforms its predecessor in many ways, including a higher signal-to-noise ratio and a lower distortion factor during AD conversion.

Furthermore, the maximum balanced line output level of the XLR line outputs has been increased from +15 dBu to +24 dBu. The stereo headphone output of the MADIface XT II also delivers a significantly higher output level of +19 dBu and, with an output impedance of 1 Ohm, significantly more power than its predecessor. All outputs also have several switchable level options.

New digital board

The successor MADIface XT II builds on the successful formula of its predecessor, surpassing the signal values in many areas. The MADIface XT II impresses with a higher signal-to-noise ratio and a lower distortion factor during AD conversion.

The new digital board replaces the previous analog mini-DIN socket for remote control of individual functions with an ARC USB remote port, enabling complete control of the MADIface XT II with the optional ARC USB. The MADIface XT II also offers the Room EQ known from the Fireface UFX III with nine parametric bands for use in surround setups with up to 20 mono output channels.

It's in the femto range

With SteadyClock FS, the MADIface XT II is equipped with RME's latest clock and jitter suppression technology. Based on a femto clock, SteadyClock FS reduces the inherent jitter of the MADIface XT II to an absolute minimum, effectively filtering out clock jitter down to 1 Hz.

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DIGICheck

DIGICheck is an amazingly unique tool for testing, measuring, and analyzing the digital audio data stream. The software is so easy to use that anyone can understand it, but it still contains detailed online help if you get stuck. DIGICheck works in parallel with any other software and can currently display all input data. And the best thing about it is that it is provided free of charge to all owners of an RME audio interface!

USB 3 Class Compliant Audio

The MADIface XT II works in two different modes: driver-based USB 3 and Class Compliant. The Class Compliant mode is a standard natively supported by operating systems such as Windows, Mac OS X and Linux distributions. No proprietary drivers are required, the device is recognized directly when the CC firmware is loaded.

The new MADIface XT II focuses on USB 3.0, as PCI Express is no longer usable externally. Among other things, the Class Compliant mode of the new device has been significantly improved. Now all 394 channels can be transferred simultaneously without a driver. In addition, various formats and channel order settings are available to make the most of Class Compliant.

ARC USB remote control - Plug'n Play Plus

The MADIface XT II works in two different modes: driver-based USB 3 and Class Compliant. The Class Compliant mode is a standard natively supported by operating systems such as Windows, Mac OS X and Linux distributions. No proprietary drivers are required, the device is recognized directly when the CC firmware is loaded.

The new MADIface XT II focuses on USB 3.0, as PCI Express is no longer usable externally. Among other things, the Class Compliant mode of the new device has been significantly improved. Now all 394 channels can be transferred simultaneously without a driver. In addition, various formats and channel order settings are available to make the most of Class Compliant.