Focusrite ships RedNet studio network, adds RedNet 6

Focusrite’s RedNet Ethernet-based interface system will begin shipping at the end of January 2013, with RedNet units 1-4 and the RedNet PCIe card available worldwide. Later in 2013, Focusrite will be shipping RedNet 6, a 64-channel interface providing connectivity with Madi.

RedNet offers a range of remote-controlled interfaces that connect via standard Ethernet to a computer running music-recording software. RedNet units 1-4 provide multichannel analogue and digital I/O and Focusrite mic preamps. RedNet 5 provides a direct link to Pro Tools HD.

Featuring both coaxial and optical formats of MADI, RedNet 6 connects to any other compatible devices, such as large-format mixing consoles, standalone converters and PCIe cards. The MADI audio stream can operate simultaneously at a different sample rate to the RedNet network using ASRC (Asynchronous Sample Rate Conversion): a feature that’s particularly useful in post-production.

RedNet 6 key features:

· Existing large-scale digital I/O environments ( consoles, converters and cards) can be ported into the Focusrite RedNet system.

· Full Madi/AES10 compatibility 64-channel interface with both coaxial and optical formats.

· Sample rate can be independent of the connected RedNet network.

· Support for multiple units – multi-Madi systems may route a very large number of channels to and from the RedNet system.

‘RedNet brings a new era to studio installation and operation, combining the landmark move from expensive, interference-prone analogue multiway cabling to simple, convenient Ethernet cable runs, with Focusrite’s legendary expertise in mic preamp and digital audio conversion design,’ the company says.

More: www.focusrite.com

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