RME M-1610 Pro

Product overview

The RME M-1610 Pro is a 16-channel AD, 8-channel DA converter in a 1U 19-inch enclosure, with 16 analogue inputs, 8 balanced line outputs, a separate stereo headphone output, four ADAT outputs, coaxial and optional optical MADI, redundant AVB and dual internal power supplies.

Every analogue channel can be switched to +24, +19 or +13 dBu, each with the full dynamic range of the converters. TRS jacks provide alternative connections for D-sub inputs 11-16 and outputs 1-2, and quick-access buttons handle source selection and volume for the headphone output. The internal routing matrix connects 272 inputs and 298 outputs: eight AVB streams (128 channels), two MADI ports with up to 64 channels each, all analogue I/O and the ADAT outputs.

Key features

• 16 analogue inputs and 8 analogue outputs, per channel +24 / +19 / +13 dBu at full resolution
• TRS jacks in parallel to D-sub inputs 11-16 and outputs 1-2
• Separate stereo headphone output with quick-access source and volume
• 4 x ADAT optical outputs, up to S/MUX4 at 192 kHz
• Coaxial and optional optical MADI, MADI Auto-Input redundancy
• Redundant AVB: two Gigabit ports, eight streams, 128 channels; network delay down to 0.3 ms
• Two monitored, fully redundant internal power supplies; DC-coupled outputs
• SteadyClock FS, SyncCheck and Intelligent Clock Control
• 2-inch colour display and control knob; remote control via web interface, JSON, IEEE 1722.1 ATDECC, MIDI over MADI

Built for engineers with analogue gear

Designed at the request of recording engineers using a variety of analogue effects and instruments in their sessions, the M-1610 Pro adds user-friendly features for studio, live and broadcast: TRS alternative connections, redundant network ports, a headphone output for monitoring and troubleshooting, and quick-access buttons.

Deterministic AVB networking

Lowest converter latencies and deterministic AVB networking with a configurable network delay down to 0.3 ms deliver samples, even from multiple devices, time-aligned with nanosecond accuracy across an entire network.

Transparent conversion

The AD and DA filters are optimised for each sample rate, with a focus on accuracy and RME's signature transparency. With SteadyClock FS the conversion to and from analogue is state-of-the-art at any level and across all digital formats.

In the box

• RME M-1610 Pro

RME publishes the latest manual online (docs.rme-audio.com); firmware updates are free on the RME product page.

RME M-1610 Pro: frequently asked questions

How many outputs does the M-1610 Pro have?

Eight balanced line outputs on D-sub (outputs 1-2 also on TRS) plus a separate stereo headphone output.

What is the routing capacity?

272 inputs and 298 outputs: eight AVB streams (128 channels), two MADI ports with up to 64 channels each, all analogue I/O and the ADAT outputs.

Is it suitable for live use?

Yes: two redundant internal power supplies, two redundant AVB ports and MADI Auto-Input keep the signal running.

Where can I buy the RME M-1610 Pro in India?

The RME M-1610 Pro is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Outboard and instruments in a studio

Patch analogue effects and instruments into a MADI or AVB system.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the D-sub or TRS cables.
2. Set each channel to +24, +19 or +13 dBu.
3. Route the channels in the matrix.
4. Store the setup.

Workflow 2: Redundant AVB on stage

Keep audio running if one network path fails.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect both network ports.
2. Set up the streams.
3. Set the network delay (down to 0.3 ms).
4. Check status on the display.

Workflow 3: MADI-AVB conversion for broadcast

Bridge a MADI system and an AVB network.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect coaxial MADI.
2. Route MADI channels to AVB streams and back.
3. Choose the clock source.
4. Check sync and lock.

Workflow 4: ADAT feed to an interface

Send channels to an ADAT-equipped interface, converter or headphone amplifier.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the optical cables.
2. Route the signals to the ADAT outputs.
3. Set the sample rate.
4. Check the receiver locks.

Tip: At 192 kHz the four ADAT outputs carry 2 channels each (S/MUX4).

Workflow 5: Headphone troubleshooting

Listen to any input or stream.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the headphones.
2. Press the PHONES button to select the source.
3. Set the volume with the knob.
4. Watch the meters on the display.

Workflow 6: Power redundancy

Keep the converter running through a supply or mains failure.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect both IEC inputs to different circuits.
2. Switch on.
3. Watch the supply state on the display.
4. Store the setup as a preset.