Dante-enabled Products

PRODIGY.MX is a multiformat audio matrix with a capacity of 1664 x 1668 audio channels. Interfacing with the whole range of audio protocols offered by DirectOut and powerful DSP functions it addresses numerous applications in broadcast and installation. The hardware is modular and the available licenses are granular - offering to make the best choice to meet your requirements.  

DANTE.RAV.SRC.IO is a dual audio network module for the PRODIGY Series and MAVEN.A to interface with 64 channels each of Dante and RAVENNA streams. One module, two audio engines Hosting two audio network boards the module offers 2 x 64 of two different audio protocols - Dante and RAVENNA. This allows to interface with two audio protocols in a single A Slot of MAVEN.A or PRODIGY.MC. With the two A Slots of a PRODIGY.MP the coverage can be extended by a third or even fourth audio protocol. Sample Rate Conversion Individual HD SRC for bi-directional sample rate conversion is on board as a standard. The PRODIGY and MAVEN Series also offers low latency sample rate conversion (FastSRC) for input and output. The two audio network boards can be operated at different sample rates. Dual network modules ensure a seamless connection across clock boundaries and different audio protocols on a single module.

DANTE.DANTE.SRC.IO is a dual audio network module for the PRODIGY Series and MAVEN.A to interface 128 channels of Dante streams. One module, two audio engines Hosting two Brooklyn 3 boards, the module offers 2 x 64 channels of Dante input and output, resulting in 128 channels on a single module in the A Slot format. It can also be connected to two different Dante environments with 64 channels each. Sample Rate Conversion HD SRC for bi-directional sample rate conversion is on board as a standard. The PRODIGY and MAVEN Series also offers low latency sample rate conversion (FastSRC) for input and output. The two audio network boards can be operated at different sample rates. DANTE.DANTE.SRC.IO ensures seamless connection across clock boundaries - whether as a 1 x 128 channel or a 2 x 64 channel Dante interface.

DANTE.MILAN.SRC.IO is a dual audio network module for the PRODIGY Series and MAVEN.A to interface with 64 channels each of Dante and MILAN* streams. One module, two audio engines Hosting two audio network boards the module offers 2 x 64 of two different audio protocols - Dante and MILAN*. This allows to interface with two audio protocols in a single A Slot of MAVEN.A or PRODIGY.MC. With the two A Slots of a PRODIGY.MP the coverage can be extended by a third or even fourth audio protocol. Sample Rate Conversion Individual HD SRC for bi-directional sample rate conversion is on board as a standard. The PRODIGY and MAVEN Series also offers low latency sample rate conversion (FastSRC) for input and output. The two audio network boards can be operated at different sample rates. Dual network modules ensure a seamless connection across clock boundaries and different audio protocols on a single module.

PRODIGY.MP is a multifunction audio processor that is designed to address numerous applications in pro audio, broadcast, installation and studio applications. PRODIGY.MP provides flexible I/O, dual networked audio, DSP (EQ, Delay, Limiter, Matrix/Mixing, Inserts…), Sample Rate Conversion, multiple sync generation/handling/distribution and powerful hard- and software.

Housed in a 2U rack frame, it supports networking selectable from Dante, RAVENNA and SoundGrid, while remote options allow access to hardware settings, DSP, SRC, network and a channel-based routing matrix. Fully modular, the hardware can be configured to specific requirements, giving budget savings as well as the flexibility to address changes in the global media environment through future upgrades.

Modular Approach, Maximum Flexibility

I/O includes four local slots for analog line-level/mic input and AES3 modules. With eight channels per module and interface direction, PRODIGY.MP provides up to 32 local inputs and outputs.

The hardware additionally supports two MADI and two network audio options. MADI slots can be equipped with BNC, SC optical and SFP modules, while network audio boards add Dante, RAVENNA/AES67 or SoundGrid, and increase channel capacity to 416 inputs/420 outputs.

DSP, SR & Sync management

With FPGA-based processing, user-definable processing paths and pick-off points, analog and digital inserts, outputs and summing matrices, PRODIGY.MP boasts very low latency DSP for EQ (FIR and IIR filters), Time Adjust/Delays and Limiters. The internal DSP reference can be set to Word Clock or Video input, any network/digital input, or internally generated clock. Sample Rate Converters on AES inputs and free-running MADI and network I/Os are available, allowing simultaneous Media/Format/Sample Rate and Sync conversion, DSP and full routing at up to 192 kHz.

Control Is Key, Multiple Access Locally & Remotely

globcon remote control, a browser-based GUI, and a backlight front panel IPS touch display ensure ultimate usability. Where globcon software offers integrated control of multiple pieces of equipment in Mac/PC/Linux-based systems, an integrated web server supports remote access via HTML and JavaScript-based user interfaces.

The browser-based GUI allows immediate remote access without the need to install software. The management network port is independent of the audio network, and can employ a built-in switch for in-band management of the device.

Third-party remote control protocols can extend system integration further. Automated surveillance and red light control is possible through GPIOs, while standard MIDI input and outputs give communication and active/passive control via MIDI. USB ports on the front and rear panels for connection and control of legacy devices.

Networked Audio & Seamless Interoperability

PRODIGY.MP’s network audio modules accommodate audio formats including DirectOut’s AES67-compliant RAVENNA stack that supports SMPTE ST2110-30/31 and ST2022-7 for redundant streaming. With the 64-channel Dante option, the hardware can be a front-end for audio consoles, or a standalone converter, DSP, SRC and routing system.

Waves Audio’s SoundGrid offers extremely low latency, and 128 channels of audio processing for live sound, studio and broadcast. Waves servers can be connected via SoundGrid for plug-in inserts. Virtual soundcards for macOS and Windows can directly interface with any DAW for multitrack recording and virtual soundchecking.

Secure Operation, Monitoring

Two front panel headphone outputs provide monitoring of any I/O at the device. Two phase-redundant power supplies with separate IEC inlets and AC power switches support hardware redundancy. An internal switch on the network module also ensures redundancy for the network domain. While the Dante module supports Dante redundancy, the RAVENNA module offers stream redundancy in accordance with ST2022-7. EARS (Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching) is available for several combinations of inputs.

PRODIGY.MC is a modular audio converter that supports multiple formats, offering flexible I/O, networked audio, and extremely powerful hardware and software – in only 2RU of space.

PRODIGY.MC has been designed to address numerous applications in pro audio, broadcast, installation and studio applications, using a single hardware frame.

PRODIGY.MC supports the latest audio network technologies, including Dante, RAVENNA and SoundGrid. Its various remote options allow access to hardware settings, including a channel-based routing matrix. Since its design is fully modular, the hardware can be configured according to the real requirements of any application – results in budget saving as well as guaranteeing the flexibility to address changes in the global media environment through future upgrades.

Modular approach, maximum flexibility 

PRODIGY.MC provides a variety of I/O capabilities. The concept is based on its eight converter slots for analog line-level, microphone input and AES3 option modules. Equipped with eight channels per module and interface direction, PRODIGY.MC provides up to 64 inputs and outputs.

In addition, PRODIDGY.MC’s hardware supports MADI and a network audio option. The two MADI slots can be equipped with BNC, SC optical and SFP modules.

A network audio option board adds Dante, RAVENNA (AES67) or SoundGrid connectivity to this very powerful device, and increases its maximum channel capacity to 320 inputs and 324 outputs.

Control is key, multiple access locally and remotely 

The combination of unified remote control via globcon, a browser-based GUI and a 5-inch, user-friendly backlight IPS touch display on the front panel ensures ultimate usability.

As globcon software addresses the breadth of pro audio applications, PRODIDGY.MC offers consistent and coherent control of multiple pieces of equipment. It is available for Mac-, PC- and Linux-based systems.

In addition, PRODIGY.MC can be accessed via its integrated web server with remote access via HTML and JavaScript-based user interfaces.

The browser-based GUI allows remote access independent from the operating system. While the management network port is completely independent from the audio network connection, it can be patched into a built-in switch for in-band management of the device.

Third-party remote control protocols and plugins can be added for extended system integration.

Automated surveillance and red light control is also possible through GPIOs.

Networked audio and seamless interoperability 

PRODIGY.MC’s network audio module is designed to accommodate different network audio formats in order to increase flexibility and meet changing requirements in various applications.

DirectOut’s own RAVENNA stack is AES67 compliant, and supports SMPTE ST2110-30/31 and ST2022-7 for redundant streaming. Capable of processing up to 128 channels, it has proven itself to be a powerful, flexible and high-performance AoIP hardware solution in numerous sophisticated broadcast and studio environments.

With the 64 channel Dante option, the PRODIGY.MC hardware offers access to the most popular AoIP format on the market, and is able to act as front-end for Dante-enabled audio consoles, or as a standalone converter and routing system.

Waves Audio’s SoundGrid offers extremely low latency and 128 channel audio processing for live sound, studio and broadcast applications. Virtual soundcards for Mac OS® and Windows®, provided by Waves Audio, can directly interface with any DAW.

Safe operation, monitoring 

Two headphone outputs on the front panel of PRODIGY.MC provide monitoring of any I/O directly at the device.

The hardware provides maximum redundancy for a comprehensive professional operation, and is supported by two phase-redundant power supplies with separate IEC inlets and AC power switches on the rear panel. In addition, each single analog, AES3 and MADI module can be assigned to be redundant to a second. An internal switch on the network module also ensures redundancy for the network domain. While the Dante module supports Dante redundancy mode, the RAVENNA module offers stream redundancy in accordance with ST2022-7.

EXBOX.MD is a Dante / MADI converter which is equipped with three MADI ports (optical SC, coaxial BNC, SFP) and four network ports. It offers straight-forward conversion of 64 audio channels between MADI and Dante. The handy size of the popular EXBOX series (1/3 of 19’’), combined with the rock-solid housing and redundant power supplies, makes the EXBOX.MD a perfect connectivity tool for touring live shows, OB vans as well as studio applications. Audio Streaming Up to 32 streams with a total number of 64 audio channels are supported FastSRC™ The FastSRC™ is a low latency sample rate converter, switchable for the Dante I/O, and ensures seamless exchange between MADI and Dante I/O when both sources are not synchronised. EARS™ Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching™ is a system to prevent interruption of the output signal. Rack-Ready Each EXBOX can be mounted into a standard 19’’-rack by using the optional kit BOXMOUNT.XL.