DiGiGrid MGO - Optical Dual MADI to SoundGrid converter

At its core, the DiGiGrid MGO is designed to extend the capabilities of existing Optical MADI infrastructures by introducing them to the flexibility of the SoundGrid environment. Through its optical MADI interface and single Gigabit Ethernet connection, the MGO enables up to 128 channels of audio transport at 48kHz, or up to 64 channels at 96kHz, allowing established MADI equipped consoles, stage racks and routing systems to become part of a modern networked workflow.

Unlike conventional point-to-point MADI connections, SoundGrid provides the ability to distribute audio across multiple devices and computers simultaneously, opening opportunities for recording, playback and real-time processing without disrupting the existing signal path.

The result is a practical migration path for organisations that rely on MADI but require the scalability and flexibility expected from contemporary audio networks.

For live sound, broadcast and production environments, the ability to capture and process large channel counts reliably remains a critical requirement. The MGO addresses this by supporting simultaneous recording and playback of up to 128 channels while maintaining SoundGrid's exceptionally low latency of approximately 0.8ms.

Combined with a SoundGrid DSP server, engineers can access extensive real-time plugin processing directly from MADI-connected consoles, enabling virtual soundcheck, broadcast enhancement and live production workflows without placing additional load on the host computer.

The unit also supports dual-computer recording, allowing one system to handle primary multitrack capture while a second provides redundancy or playback duties.

In mission-critical applications, this level of flexibility can significantly enhance both operational confidence and workflow efficiency.

What makes the MGO particularly attractive is the way it combines high-performance audio transport with a remarkably compact form factor. Weighing less than a kilogram and occupying minimal space within a fly-pack or control rack, it is equally suited to touring systems, outside broadcast vehicles and permanent installations. Support for multiple clocking options, including Word Clock, MADI and SoundGrid synchronisation, ensures seamless integration into complex audio ecosystems, while optional single-mode optical transceivers allow longer fibre runs where infrastructure demands it. In practice, the MGO functions as far more than a simple format converter; it becomes a gateway between the proven reliability of Optical MADI and the processing power, recording capability and network flexibility offered by the SoundGrid platform. For engineers seeking to maximise the value of existing MADI investments while embracing networked audio workflows, it remains a highly effective solution.