ALVA MADI Duplex Optical Cable — 20m — 2x SC to 2x SC

The ALVA MADI Duplex Cable is a professional fiber optic cable designed for transporting MADI audio signals between equipped devices in recording studios, broadcast facilities, and live sound installations. MADI (Multichannel Audio Digital Interface) transmits up to 64 channels of digital audio over a single optical connection — making it the standard for high channel count digital audio routing.

This duplex cable carries both input and output signal paths simultaneously using two SC fiber optic connectors on each end. It is the correct choice for connecting two MADI-equipped devices bidirectionally. If you are daisy-chaining MADI devices and only need a one-way signal path, use the ALVA MADI Simplex cable instead.

Why optical over copper for MADI? Optical MADI cables are immune to electromagnetic interference, ground loops, and RF noise — problems that plague copper-based digital cables in complex studio and broadcast environments. Over longer cable runs, optical fiber maintains signal integrity where coaxial copper starts to degrade. If your studio has significant cable runs between machine rooms, patch bays, and control rooms, optical MADI is the reliable choice.

Manufactured in Germany by ALVA Audioware & Cableware, these cables are built to professional installation standards. The multimode 62.5/125 µm fiber optic construction delivers reliable digital signal transmission over the full cable length. The distinctive orange outer jacket and 2 x 2.5mm cable diameter make it easy to identify and manage in complex rack and installation environments.

Compatible with all RME products with optical MADI I/Os, as well as any device conforming to the AES10 MADI standard including converters, interfaces, and consoles from Lynx, SSL, and other major manufacturers.

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