USB.MADI

Turn DirectOut MADI Ports into a Computer Interface

UNCOMPROMISED PERFORMANCE IN AN SFP FORM FACTOR

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DirectOut introduces the USB.MADI, a compact SFP module developed with RME that integrates a full USB audio interface.
Installed directly in a DirectOut MADI SFP slot, it offers a USB-C connection with 64 channels of low-latency, reliable audio I/O for Windows and Mac, making it one of the smallest professional multichannel soundcards available.

 

Plug & Play Integration

Designed to be installed directly into any compatible DirectOut MADI SFP slot

Powered by
RME drivers

Providing low-latency drivers for both macOS and Windows

64 Channels
Input/output

Bidirectional audio at sample rates up to 192 kHz via a high-speed USB-C connection

Class compliant
firmware

For driverless operation, making it instantly compatible with iPads and other devices

Secure & Redundant Playback

USB.MADI transforms your DirectOut device into a rock-solid playback interface.

For mission-critical applications, the combination of EARS™ (Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching) and USB.MADI provides an unprecedented level of security. If the primary playback source fails, the system automatically switches to a backup, ensuring uninterrupted audio for concerts, theater productions, and broadcast.

By leveraging RME’s low-latency drivers, you can use the module as a high-performance VST host, integrating your favorite plugins directly into the live signal chain.

Recording & Conversion

USB MADI turns your DirectOut converter into a high-channel-count interface for your DAW. Benefit from the pristine AD/DA conversion of the PRODIGY or MAVEN Series while recording up to 64 channels of high-resolution audio.

The Class Compliant (CC) firmware allows for driverless operation, making it possible to record high-end audio directly to an iPad or mobile device.

DriveRack

Advanced Drive Rack Integration

USB.MADI is the perfect addition to a drive rack for comprehensive system management.

Use the module for Virtual Soundcheck by routing multi-track recordings back into the system without changing the patch.

The transparent integration with analysis tools like Smaart allows for precise system tuning.

Whether you are hosting corrective VSTs or managing complex signal paths, USB.MADI provides the bridge between your measurement software and the PA system.

One Device, Multiple Hosts

Any DirectOut device can now become a soundcard. With two or more SFP slots on most units (excluding EXBOX), you can connect two computers to the same device for parallel recording or processing.

TECHNICAL DATA:

  • USB 2.0: 64 channels (1 FS), 32 channels (2 FS), 16 channels (4 FS)
  • Driver Windows: ASIO, WDM
  • Driver macOS: Kernel Extension, Driver Kit Core Audio
  • USB class-compliant firmware
  • TotalMix FX (without DSP)
  • Sample rate: 44.1 kHz up to 192 kHz
  • Supported DirectOut Devices*: PRODIGY and MAVEN Series, ANDIAMO (3rd GEN), EXBOX.MD, EXBOX.RAV
  • Supported DirectOut Modules*: MADI2.SRC.IO, MADI4.IO, MADI4.SRC.IO, SFP.IO

* They will require an updated firmware. Dedicated firmware builds will be deployed in subsequent releases.