Clara A
16 analog signals in HD for the digital recording environment
- 24 Bit / 192 kHz Resolution
- 8 Analog In- and Outputs (16 Channels)
- Auto-Mute of analog inputs on system start
- 2 MIDI In- and Outputs (MWX Version)
- Balanced XLR or TRS Connectors
- Beast DSP Mixer with EQ
- 64-Channel DSP Mixer with EQ-functions
- Cascadeable (via TDM SyncBus)
- Compatible with current Thunderbolt PCIe Adapters
- Wordclock / Superclock In- and Output (MWX Version)
- Ultra Low Jitter
- Family Driver Combines multiple Clara sound systems into one audio platform with a shared ASIO driver for all channels.
- Mac driver (currently no BEAST Mixer & Routing)
- free life-long quality support
Features
The Beast
Analog-Style Mixing
The Beast DSP mixer is integrated into the hardware of every Seraph and Clara sound system. This provides latency-free routing, EQ processing, pre/post aux summing and many other functions for all input signals and also the playback signals from the DAW, just like in an analog mixer.
Balanced TRS and XLR connections ensure seamless integration of this 16-channel sound system into any recording studio. Master keyboards and external sound generators can also be connected via the two MIDI inputs and outputs of the Clara A+ version. With resolutions of up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, real-time DSP functionality, and the ability to cascade multiple systems, the Clara A represents a long-term investment for any studio environment. During computer startup and system initialization, the analogue outputs are automatically muted. This auto-mute function reliably protects both connected equipment and the user’s hearing from sudden level spikes.
Realtime Routing, Mixing and EQ
Each input signal of the sound system can be level-adjusted individually and routed to any output with zero latency. The BEAST DSP Mixer can also sum up to 64 signals into eight independent buses and distribute them to any number of outputs without delay. In addition, playback signals from any DAW can be integrated directly into the mixer. All mix buses can be routed back into recording applications, enabling flexible monitoring and recording workflows. For tonal shaping, every channel in the BEAST Mixer features four fully parametric EQ bands. more…
Precision Clock
The internal clocking of the Clara sound system delivers exceptionally low jitter of less than one nanosecond. As a result, it often provides a significantly more accurate clock source than many connected studio devices, allowing it to reliably synchronize external hardware without the need for costly standalone master clocks. more…
Expansion options
If multiple Clara units are installed in a single computer, they are synchronized via the TDM SyncBus and appear to ASIO applications as one unified audio system. Within the Beast Mixer, up to 32 audio signals can be exchanged directly between the connected Clara systems. more…
Sound system with a +
The “+” version includes an expansion module that adds a word clock input/output as well as two MIDI inputs and outputs to the sound system. The expansion board connects to the audio interface via a ribbon cable and can be flexibly installed in any free slot of the computer chassis. more…
Fast and Reliable Multi-Client Treiber Suite
The continuously enhanced driver provides multi-client support for ASIO 2.2 as well as multichannel WDM audio and WASAPI, delivering ultra-low latency across all software environments. This enables multiple audio applications to access the sound system simultaneously, either through the same or through different driver interfaces. more…
Powerful and Future-Proof
This sound system is a quality product developed 100% in Germany and manufactured according to DIN EN ISO 9001. This is guaranteed by its warranty period of 5 years.
Funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
Technical specifications
- PCIe Audio Interface
- 1 Lane (PCIe 1x) according to PCI Express Base Specification 1.1
- Power Consumption: +3,3 V: 0,77 A und +12 V: 0,3 A
- Temperature Range: -25 °C bis +60 °C
- PCIe Busmaster DMA with Direct ASIO Support
- Samplerates 6 to 192 kHz (Analog)
- Sample Resolutions of 8 to 32 Bit towards the Audio Application
- 64 Freely configurable DSP Channels: Input, TDM- and Playsignals
- Flexible Routing of Input- and Playback Signals to Outputs
- TDM SyncBus
- Multi-Card Support
Analog Inputs
- 8 Channels via TRS or XLR D-Sub Adapter Cable
- Max. Level: +15 dBu
- Impedance: 10 kOhm
- SNR @ -60dbFS: 113 dB(A)
- Frequency Range: 5 Hz to 96 kHz
Analog Outputs
- 8 Channels via TRS or XLR D-Sub Adapter Cable
- Max. Level: +15 dBu
- Impedance: 75 Ohm
- SNR @ -60 dBFs : 113 dB(A)
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 74 kHz
- THD+N: -104,5 dB
- Crosstalk: <-110dB
Digital Inputs
- Up to 32 Channels via TDM SyncBus
- BNC WordClock (MWX Version)
- 2x MIDI (MWX Version)
Digital Outputs
- Up to 32 Channels via TDM SyncBus
- BNC WordClock (MWX Version)
- 2x MIDI (MWX Version)
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