The SADiE PCM-H128 is a large scale multitrack digital recorder which is based on the PCM-H64, but features two processing cards to provide double the potential quantity of i/o. The PCM-H128 may be supplied as a MADI-X only system contained within a 4U rack case, or combined with up to two additional interface expansion units to house a range of modular i/o options.

The PCM-H128 benefits from the full range of SADiE editing and processing features which comprise SADiE 5.6 software and slots seamlessly into a range of traditional analogue or digital studios, with modular I/O available in multiples of 16 channels up to 128 in 128 out.

Two different software interfaces are provided according to the intended use: firstly, the MTR (MultiTrack Recorder) software is a streamlined, one-window interface which offers quick and easy control over stream and stem record enabling, locating, and drop in/out; secondly, the full SADiE 5 workstation software is available for more complex mixing, editing, processing, and post-production sessions.

Location recording using MTR software

For taking a multitrack recorder to a venue equipped with a digital desk, a PCM-H128 MADI system is the most compact and easily-rigged option. Offering 128 channels of MADI (and MADI-X) recording in a 4U rack, it is easily connected to the console and can record audio directly to the required format, whether WAV, AIFF or SDII, using primary and mirrored secondary disks. So whether you’re delivering the recording for post-production by SADiE, ProTools, Fairlight or any other workstation, as soon as the show is over, the audio drives may be removed and taken away without any delay. As a location recorder, SADiE is a highly efficient multi-format audio acquisition tool.

Music studio multitrack recorder using SADiE 5 software

Equipped with up to 128 channels of SADiE’s own design analogue I/O, the PCM-H64 and PCM-H128 systems will slot into a music studio in place of a multitrack tape recorder. All track arming, locating, and transport controls are controllable from a console via 9-pin, and SADiE will perform perfectly in a machine room without ever drawing attention to itself. When it comes to mixing and processing, the resolution and sound quality of SADiE’s onboard processing is a step above anything else which is usually used in a music studio. Imagine having mastering-quality sound and processing accuracy over all 128 channels – that’s just one of the benefits of using SADiE in a multitrack environment.

TV/film soundtrack post-production using SADiE 5 software

With the optional integrated non-linear video record and replay, and the most flexible audio conform and interchange facilities available on any workstation, the PCM-H64 is a formidable tool in a TV post-production facility. Controllable via mouse and keyboard, SADiE’s own hardware controllers, or a wide range of third-party controllers and consoles, the processing power of the PCM-H64 will easily handle the most complex editing and mixing tasks. The modular nature of the audio I/O allows it to be configured exactly, with the quantity of AES, A/D, D/A and MADI I/O all designed by you to suit your facility.