Crane Song Interstellar AD Converter
Best high end converter for professional studio mastering and tracking.
This converter combines industry-leading, sub-picosecond clocking with versatile DSP-based harmonic saturation. It is a powerful tool for studios that need both pristine digital accuracy and the ability to inject subtle, tube-like analog character into their signal chain.
$3449.00
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Front End Audio
Who it's for
- Engineers seeking analog character within a high-end digital workflow
- Mastering professionals requiring absolute timing precision and stereo depth
- Studio owners needing flexible routing for diverse recording environments
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious producers looking for entry-level conversion solutions
- Beginners who prefer simple plug-and-play hardware interfaces
- Large-scale recording facilities requiring high-count simultaneous inputs
Performance breakdown
Conversion Accuracy
Sub-picosecond clocking delivers pristine, transparent capture with virtually zero jitter.
Harmonic Character
DSP saturation modes add authentic analog warmth without sacrificing digital clarity.
Connectivity Versatility
Comprehensive I/O options integrate seamlessly into any professional studio workflow.
Clocking Stability
Acts as a rock-solid master clock for complex digital audio systems.
Build Integrity
Rugged rackmount design built to withstand years of heavy studio use.
Ease of Integration
Straightforward setup, though professional routing knowledge is required for optimal results.
Key Specs
Analog Input
Transformerless balanced stereo input on XLR-fm connectors
Digital Output
AES (XLR), S/PDIF (RCA), Optical (Toslink)
Max Sample Rate
192 kHz
Max Bit Depth
32-bit
Word Clock Outputs
8 BNC connectors
Power
25 watts at 115 or 230 volts, 50 or 60 Hz
Shipping Weight
15 lbs (6.7 kg)
Form Factor
Rackmount
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