Digital audio and video equipment specialist Mutec is shipping its MC-6 digital stereo audio format and four-channel sample-rate converter. It is intended for interfacing in applications ranging from small studio set-ups up to broadcast installations.

The MC-6 enables to interconnect digital audio devices without the need for further clocking solutions. Conversions can be made between AES3, AES3id and SPDIF, with clock rates of up to 192kHz, both uni- and bidirectionally.

Every format is supported with dedicated inputs and outputs, including optical and coaxial interfaces for SPDIF. The internal, ultra low-jitter clock base in combination with two audiophil-optimised PLL synthesisers, secure best sound quality in all operation modes.

If a nonsynchronous device is to be integrated into a digital studio set-up, the SRC section can be quickly switched into the data stream to supply synchronised output signals. In conclusion, 26 different conversion modes between the four interface standards involved as well as various clocking options ensure that the MC-6 will handle any conversion issue in every studio environment.

Features include: AES/EBU, AES/EBUid and SPDIF interfaces in one box; format and sample-rate conversion from 32kHz to 192kHz; four-channel SRC engine for bidirectional conversion; AES11, Grade 1, internal reference clock (0.5ppm); and an international power supply.

Intended applications include: interconnection of consumer and professional digital audio devices; AES3, AES3id and SPDIF format and sample-rate conversion; upsampling and jitter elimination for DA conversions; clock recovery and signal regeneration.

More: www.mutec-net.de