ADI-2 Pro EX

Reference-Grade Conversion
Delivers high-quality analog and digital audio conversion for studio, mastering, and audiophile use.

Flexible Connectivity
Connects to analog, optical, coaxial, AES, ADAT, and USB-C setups for easy integration with different audio systems.

Dual Headphone Outputs
Provides two powerful headphone outputs for detailed, clean listening with a wide range of headphones.

Balanced Headphone Mode
Supports advanced balanced headphone operation for improved signal quality and consistent performance.

Class Compliant USB
Works with compatible devices through USB without complicated setup, making it useful for desktop and mobile workflows.

Built-In Sound Processing
Includes useful listening tools such as EQ, tone control, loudness, crossfeed, and monitoring features.

High-Resolution Display
Shows settings, guidance, and audio information clearly for easier control and operation.

Remote Control Support
Allows convenient control of volume, input selection, tone settings, mute, and programmable functions.

Improved Hardware Design
Features a redesigned chassis with better cooling, stronger protection, and a more refined desktop appearance.

Trigger Output
Can switch connected external equipment on and off together with the unit for a cleaner setup.

Reliable Power Protection
Helps protect the device from power issues with active safety circuitry and a lockable power connection.

Portable Use Support
Can be powered externally, making it suitable for mobile, isolated, or measurement-based applications.

General Specifications
Device Type: PCM/DSD AD/DA Converter
Compatibility: macOS, Windows, iOS Class Compliant Devices
Computer Interface Modes: Stereo 2 In / 2 Out, Multichannel 6 In / 8 Out
USB Class: UAC 2
Driver Support: WDM, ASIO

Conversion
Maximum PCM Sample Rate: 768 kHz
DSD Recording: Supported
Direct DSD Playback: Supported
Maximum DSD Rate: DSD256 / 11.2 MHz
ADC: AK5574
DAC: AK4493

Analog I/O
Analog Inputs: 2 x Servo-Balanced Combo XLR / TRS
Analog Outputs: 2 x Balanced XLR
Analog Outputs: 2 x Unbalanced TRS
Analog I/O Configuration: Stereo Analog I/O
Reference Levels: 4 Discrete I/O Reference Levels
Input Level Control: 4-Stage Hardware Control
Output Level Control: 4-Stage Hardware Control
Output Coupling: DC-Coupled Outputs

Digital I/O
ADAT I/O: 1 x Optical
SPDIF Optical I/O: 1 x Optical
SPDIF Coaxial I/O: RCA Via Breakout Cable
AES I/O: XLR Via Breakout Cable
Format Conversion: AES, SPDIF, ADAT

USB
USB Port: Lockable USB-C
USB Standard: USB 2.0
Bus Power: Not Supported
Cable Length: 1.8 m Included
Firmware Updates: Via USB-C

Headphone Outputs
Headphone Outputs: 2 x front Extreme Power
Balanced Headphone Mode: Advanced Balanced Mode
Power Modes: Low Power, High Power
Protection: Channel-Independent DC Protection

Clocking
Clock System: SteadyClock FS
Jitter Immunity: Supported
Clock Modes: Multiple Clock Modes Supported

DSP and Processing
Parametric EQ: 5-Band
Bass Control: Adjustable
Treble Control: Adjustable
Crossfeed: Binaural
Loudness Filter: Adjustable
AD/DA Filters: Selectable
M/S Processing: Supported
Stereo Width Control: Supported
Phase Reversal: Supported
Spectral Analyzer: 30-Band Biquad Filtered

Display and Control
Display Type: High-Resolution IPS
Warning Messages: Supported
Guidance Messages: Supported
Remote Control: Supported
Software Control: ADI-2 Remote
Programmable Remote Buttons: 4
Remote Functions: 52

Trigger and Power
Trigger Output: 12 V Switching Signal
Trigger Connector: 3.5 mm Mono Jack
Power Supply Type: External Switched Universal Supply
Power Connector: Lockable
Battery Operation: Supported
Galvanically Isolated Use: Supported
Power Protection: Fuse-Less Active Circuitry
Overvoltage Protection: Supported
Wrong Polarity Protection: Supported
Grounding: Semi-Grounded