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Ferncast Audio Codec Server for Broadcast IP Workflows

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https://www.ferncast.com/product/audio-codec-server

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Description

Ferncast Audio Codec Server is a rackmount platform based on the company’s aixtream software. It is presented as a server-based alternative to traditional audio codecs, multiplexers, studio-transmitter links, and related broadcast audio devices.

The product is described as a customizable 19-inch system with 1 to 3 rack units. Available hardware options include analog, AES/EBU, MADI, AES67, Ravenna, Dante, SMPTE ST 2110, Livewire, USB, DAB and FM reception, and ASI input.

Ferncast positions the platform for a range of audio transport and conversion tasks, including streaming, communication, multiplexing, and DAB-to-streaming workflows. Example configurations shown on the page include streaming encoder, MCR hub, DVB encoder and multiplexer, and DAB format converter setups.

The page also notes options such as redundant power supply, silent cooling, Wi-Fi, and scalable CPU, RAM, and storage. The offering is aimed at broadcast and radio environments that need flexible IP audio handling in a hardware appliance format.