DirectOut SG.MADI SoundGrid Converter
SG.MADI is a SoundGrid / MADI converter linking Waves SoundGrid® and MADI
(AES10), offering extra features tailored for broadcast, live and studio
applications. Housed in a robust 1U 19“ casing it makes economical use
of valued rack space.
SoundGrid® is a layer2-based network
protocol offered by Waves for Audio-over-Ethernet networking and
real-time processing solutions for live, broadcast and music production
facilities, using SoundGrid® technology to deliver uncompressed,
multi-channel, low-latency digital audio over Ethernet networks.
Quick overview
The front panel provides status LEDs for sync, sample rate and level metering of the microphone inputs.
Interfacing
Analog I/Os allow for immediate interfacing with the network audio and the MADI signal:
- 2 x microphone inputs with switchable PAD and phantom power
- 2 x balanced line outputs
- 1 x headphone output
SoundGrid® includes drivers for Windows® (ASIO) and
macOS® (Core Audio). Thanks to SG.MADI’s integrated switch two
computers can be connected to the device at the same time for redundant
recording setups.
All-Round Functionality
SG.MADI offers highest
flexibility as it provides two module based MADI ports. The customer may
choose from modules of three different interface types:
- optical SC (single-mode or multi-mode)
- coaxial (BNC)
- SFP
The Small Form Factor Pluggable cage can be fitted with any SFP module suitable for the customer’s application.
Control signalsTwo GPIs allow for integration of control signals via the network or MADI link.
Two GPOs may be configured individually in order to monitor critical system events or to trigger a recording light.
Clocking
Selectable
clock sources are word clock, MADI, SoundGrid® or the internal clock.
The current system clock is provided at the word clock output at any
time.
SG.MADI meets a rich set of challenging applications:
- multi-stage venues connecting MADI and SoundGrid® consoles
- monitoring SoundGrid® and MADI signals
- inserting SoundGrid® DSP Server with Waves plug-ins into a MADI environment
- integrating outboard equipment and DAWs to a SoundGrid® environment
- remote control of external components via SoundGrid® / MADI