The DMI-8, an eight-channel version of the digital microphone interface, is now available from Neumann, which is designed to simplify setup for studio or live PA systems. The eight-channel version also offers AES 42 to EBU conversion, the ability to synchronize the mics without a sample rate converter, automatic word clock or AES 11 synchronization, an ability to handle sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz and control and storage of the settings via Mac or PC. (The DMI-8 is pictured here with a Mac.)
Other features offered by the DMI-8 include:
- The ability to cascade up to 128 channels
- Level meter and gain setting on the front panel, operable without a computer
- D-sub 25 outputs with Tascam and Yamaha pin assignments
- Optical ADAT interface
- Open architecture for later connection to other multi-channel interfaces and audio networks, such as EtherSound and MADI
The DMI-8, like the DMI-2, can be used with microphones from any manufacturer that complies with the jointly established AES 42 standard.
Wolfgang Fraissinet, President of Marketing/Sales at Neumann Berlin explains,
“The introduction of the new interface once again significantly reduces the cost per channel for digital microphones,” said Wolfgang Fraissinet, president of marketing/sales at Neumann Berlin. “Particularly since no additional converters or preamplifiers are required, there is a clear cost advantage in comparison to correspondingly high-quality analog configurations. In addition, of course, there are practical handling advantages, and an enhanced resistance to interference.”
For more information, please visit www.neumann.com.
