Magewell Pro Convert Audio DX

Magewell Pro Convert Audio DX: Bidirectional IP Audio Converter

The Pro Convert Audio DX is the more capable sibling of the Pro Convert AES67. Where the AES67 converts in one direction only (IP audio to analogue and AES3), the Audio DX works in both directions simultaneously. It converts between AES67 or Dante IP audio and analogue or AES3 at the same time, making it a genuine two-way bridge between IP and traditional audio worlds.

At £431, it costs more than the one-way AES67 unit, but for workflows where bidirectional audio conversion is needed, it replaces two separate devices and simplifies infrastructure considerably.

What Bidirectional Means in Practice

A typical broadcast or live production environment has audio flowing in multiple directions. Microphone and analogue signals need to be sent into an IP audio network for routing and distribution. At the same time, IP audio from that network needs to come back out to analogue outputs, monitoring equipment, or AES3-connected gear. The Audio DX handles both flows through a single unit, managed from a single web interface, using a single PoE network connection.

This is particularly relevant in hybrid facilities where an IP audio network sits alongside a traditional analogue infrastructure that cannot be replaced all at once. Rather than buying an IP receiver and a separate IP transmitter, the Audio DX covers both directions from one device at one position.

Protocols Supported

The Pro Convert Audio DX supports AES67 and Dante on the IP side, and analogue line level and AES3 (AES/EBU) on the traditional side. AES67 is the open IEEE and AES standard for IP audio transport. Dante is Audinate's commercial implementation, widely used across professional broadcast and live production equipment from major manufacturers including Yamaha, Shure, QSC, and many others. Full compatibility with both means the Audio DX works across the broadest possible range of IP audio environments.

Who Needs the Audio DX

• Broadcast facilities in transition between IP and traditional audio infrastructure, where signals need to flow both ways at conversion points
• Live production environments using Dante or AES67 network audio that also require analogue or AES3 input and output at multiple locations
• Post-production and audio facilities bridging IP audio routing with analogue outboard equipment or AES3 monitoring chains simultaneously
• Houses of worship and corporate AV installations where a mix of IP and legacy gear requires two-way conversion without doubling device counts
• OB trucks where compact, PoE-powered audio conversion in both directions is needed at stage and rack positions

Practical Advantages Over Two Separate Units

Compared to buying two unidirectional converters, the Audio DX is more compact, uses fewer network ports and rack positions, draws less total power, and provides a single management point for both conversion directions. For a permanent installation, that simplicity reduces ongoing maintenance overhead. For mobile use, it reduces kit weight and connection complexity.

Buying from StreamKit

• Authorised UK Magewell reseller
• 3-year manufacturer warranty included
• Free delivery to UK addresses
• UK-based technical support