Focusrite has announced RedNet TNX, a flexible Dante interface offering high channel counts, ultra-low latency to any PC or Mac with a Thunderbolt connection.
Designed to handle large recording sessions and postproduction work including Dolby Atmos and other immersive formats, RedNet TNX’s combination of ultra-low round-trip latency, straightforward set-up and scalable flexibility suits it to applications in recording studios, schools, venues and broadcast facilities. Out of the box, the new interface offers 128x128 channels of low-latency, 192kHz, 24-bit audio, with the optional Dante Ready payable upgrade expanding RedNet TNX to 256x256 channels at 96kHz.
‘This release marks the latest chapter in Focusrite’s four-decade-long history of pro audio innovation,’ says Jack Cole, Product Manager for Professional Solutions & Drivers. ‘RedNet TNX brings power, flexibility, and user-friendliness to studios, live rigs, broadcast environments and education spaces that are Dante-equipped, or looking to get started with building a Dante system. Users can expect the same robust performance and feature set from RedNet TNX as with RedNet PCIeNX, with the added bonuses of Thunderbolt daisy chaining and 15W charging, Sonnet ThunderLok support and mounting points on the underside for securing in a rack tray.’
RedNet TNX’s simple, single-cable connectivity makes it particularly valuable for high-channel-count workflows involving multiple users. Visiting engineers can easily patch into a Dante network, student laptops can be hot-swapped, and FOH or playback engineers can integrate desktop or laptop systems into live rigs with minimal setup. RedNet TNX also integrates with RedNet Control, allowing unified control and monitoring of all RedNet devices via a single application.
Its built-in network interface supports both audio and control data through a rear-panel Ethernet port, while a second RJ-45 port enables switched or redundant modes for flexibility and resilience in mission-critical environments.
For broadcasters, RedNet TNX offers support for Dante Domain Manager and the latest AoIP standards, including AES67, as well as compliance for SMPTE ST 2110 (DDM required). And, thanks to its compact form factor, it’s portable enough to use on location.
Key features:
- 128x128 channels at 24-bit/192kHz with ultra-low latency.
- Thunderbolt connectivity.
- Expandable to 256x256 channels with optional Dante Ready upgrade.
- Dual Ethernet RJ-45 connections.
- Broadcast-ready AoIP support.
- Works with Thunderbolt Windows (Intel) and macOS (Intel & Apple Silicon).
- Dual Thunderbolt ports (15W each) for daisy-chaining multiple devices.
- Rack shelf-mountable.
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