M-1620 Pro

RME M-1620 Pro – 16-Channel A/D, 20-Channel D/A Audio Converter with Milan®, MADI and ADAT

The M-1620 Pro is a high-end audio converter designed for demanding professional environments, integrating ADAT, Milan® (AVB) and MADI technologies within a single-height 19’’ rack unit (1U). With its 16 balanced line inputs and 20 analog line outputs, it seamlessly integrates into any modern audio network, offering outstanding flexibility and pristine conversion quality.

Its newly designed front panel combines accurate LED indicators with an integrated display, and provides two independent headphone outputs for direct monitoring. Thanks to its flexible internal routing and next-generation converters, the M-1620 Pro establishes itself as a central hub for fixed installations, broadcast, and professional touring.

Built for reliability, it provides essential redundancy: dual network (AVB/Milan) connections and dual MADI, with an optional redundant DC power supply complementing the internal AC power supply. Milan certification enables transmission and reception of up to 128 channels at 48 kHz (96 @ 96 kHz, 64 @ 192 kHz) with deterministic, fixed latency. The standalone mode allows users to adjust settings directly from the front panel and recall user presets. SteadyClock FS technology ensures reference-grade clocking and maximum jitter immunity. Control is available via USB, through a web interface over the network, or directly from the front panel, combining ease of use with advanced integration.

Specifications:

• 16 balanced line inputs, individually switchable up to +24 dBu
  
  
• 16 analog line outputs, DC-coupled, low distortion and separation > 110 dB
  
  
• 2 independent headphone outputs (6.3 mm jack) with level control
  
  
• 4 ADAT I/O ports for 32 digital channels
  
  
• Dual MADI: coaxial + optical (optional SFP), redundant link
  
  
• Milan® (AVB) connectivity up to 128 channels @ 48 kHz (96 @ 96 kHz, 64 @ 192 kHz) via 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports (802.3)
  
  
• Word Clock I/O with SteadyClock FS
  
  
• USB for firmware updates and remote control
  
  
• Remote control via web interface over the network (including Wi-Fi through a network link)
  
  
• 19’’ rack format, 1U – robust and compact build
  
  

Key Points:

• 16 A/D and 20 D/A conversion with high-precision performance
  
  
• Network integration via Milan® (AVB), MADI and ADAT
  
  
• Redundancy: dual network, dual MADI, optional DC power
  
  
• SteadyClock FS for reference-grade clocking and jitter immunity
  
  
• Flexible control: front panel, USB, web interface and standalone presets