Neve StarNet DM256 MADI/Dante Digital Format Converter

For over six decades, Neve has transformed the audio industry with innovative designs and cutting-edge technology. That legacy continues with the Neve StarNet DM256, the first unit by the company to integrate Dante IP core technology. This rack-sized unit offers top-quality MADI to Dante and Dante to MADI conversion, as well as an I/O expansion of up to 256 channels. Whether you’re in a home studio or a full-fledged multi-room recording facility, the Neve StarNet DM256 is poised to elevate any setup.

Chris Bloor, Engineering Manager at AMS Neve says: "The DM256 not only redefines format conversion but sets a new standard for versatility and reliability in professional audio environments. With its extensive I/O capabilities, modern clocking system, and user-friendly features, the DM256 stands as a testament to our legacy of pushing the boundaries and shaping the future of sound engineering."

HIGH-QUALITY MADI TO DANTE CONVERSION

The StarNet DM256 accommodates up to 256 channels of MADI IN/MADI OUT across four MADI ports, each of which exceeds the MADI standards outlined by the Audio Engineering Society. Along with offering one of the largest I/O counts on the market, the DM256 also features Neve’s Maximum Channel Mapping (MCM) technology, which ensures seamless multiplexing of your I/O assignments and keeps your session running at maximum efficiency.

HIGH BANDWIDTH CAPABILITIES

The StarNet DM256 is designed to handle even the highest-bandwidth sessions with ease. The unit connects to Dante via dual Ethernet ports, giving you an extra contingency in the rare case of network failure as well as the option to daisy-chain units in Switched mode. The unit’s external PSU design also offers superior heat control and dispersion during use, keeping your sessions running smoothly for years to come.

SIMPLE CONTROL LAYOUT

The DM256 sports a simple control layout, high-precision clocking capabilities, and an easy-to-read OLED screen for checking your settings in a flash. Each MADI port has a clear layout and LED indicators for clocking and dither settings, ensuring that you’re always in control and working with confidence.

SMALL FOOTPRINT, MASSIVE OPPORTUNITY

Built to fit within any outboard rack, the StarNet DM256 exponentially grows and improves your setup while taking up minimal space. Check it out for yourself to take your studio space to the next level.

FEATURES:

• Converts up to 256 channels of Dante Rx to 256 channels of MADI Tx, and vice versa
• Harnesses Dante IP core technology for extensive I/O capability through a single Ethernet connection
• Accommodates a vast digital I/O count with 256 channels of MADI IN/MADI OUT
• MADI ports support duplex MADI SC optical connections and dual-BNC coaxial connections, meeting professional MADI standards
• Utilises a modern, low-drift crystal oscillator clocking system and PLL, making it an ideal master clock in any professional studio environment
• Provides Dante connections through dual ethernet ports for redundancy or daisy-chaining in switched mode
• Features Maximum Channel Mapping (MCM) for automatic multiplexing of MADI I/O assignments per port
• Supports 32-bit integer bit depths with multiple dithering options to prevent truncation-distortion
• Front-mounted OLED screen displays essential information for easy monitoring and control
• External PSU design ensures efficient heat dissipation, safeguarding internal components for a prolonged lifespan