RME Digiface AES 14x16 MIDI Interface

Portable 14x16 Digital Audio Interface

The RME Digiface AES is a compact, bus-powered interface offering 14 inputs and 16 outputs for studio and mobile recording. It handles 24-bit audio at up to 192 kHz with a built-in sample rate converter for clock management. The unit provides extensive digital I/O including ADAT, S/PDIF, AES/EBU, and MIDI alongside two analog mic/line inputs with phantom power. It suits engineers needing flexible routing in a portable USB 2.0 device.

USB Class-Compliant Setup and Routing Depth

Connection is straightforward via USB 2.0 with class-compliant drivers for immediate recognition on supported systems. Configuration relies on the front-panel LCD and the TotalMix FX software for the 30x16 matrix router. The sheer number of digital formats and routing options creates a learning curve; mispatched channels or incorrect clock source selection are the most common setup errors. Standalone operation adds another configuration layer.

Verify Host USB Port and Digital I/O Requirements

Confirm your computer provides a standard USB 2.0 port for both data and bus power. Ensure your outboard gear matches the available digital connectors: optical ADAT, optical or coaxial S/PDIF, and XLR AES/EBU. The two analog combo inputs serve mic or line sources with 48 V phantom power, while four analog outputs use XLR and a stereo headphone jack. No external power supply is included or required.