Lynx HILO 2 AD / DA Interface
Hilo 2 is our most transparent interface ever.
Key features
Pristine, independently coupled 2 in, 6 out, AD/DA conversion with digital expansion up to 16×16.
Unique touchscreen interface. Forever upgradable through our free firmware updates.
Future-proof LSlot design with swappable USB, Thunderbolt and DANTE cards.
Real-time meters and analysis tools, hyper-flexible routing and monitor control.
Powered by mains or 9-18v DC battery packs for location recording.
Lynx’s class-leading transparent audio quality.
Hilo 2: Upgraded conversion technology provides even more transparent performance.
Hilo 2: SynchroLock 2 sample clock provides faster locking and better tracking of external clocks with 7ppm absolute accuracy.
Hilo 2: In-plane switching LCD with capacitive touch provides significant increase in brightness, uniform off-axis viewing, and improved touch responsiveness.
Hilo 2: Upgrade path to higher sample rates above 192kHz and DSD on input and output.
Hilo 2: Selectable linear and minimum phase filters on line I/O.
Who it’s for
Hilo 2 is for professionals who demand the purest audio quality. Engineered to be a true all-in-one device, Hilo offers class-leading AD/DA conversion, built-in metering and analysis, multiple ins and outs, hyper-flexible routing and monitoring control — all easily saved and recalled via touchscreen, whatever work you do.
Here are some examples:
Mastering with an analog chain
Mixing with multiple speakers
Location sound recording
Voice recording and overdubbing
Audiophile listening
Archiving
The software
- Metering:
- Hilo provides real-time, accurate metering and analysis.
- Features dual horizontal, VU analog, all I/O, and spectrum analysis to cover all tasks.
- Routing:
- Offers the capability to route anything, anywhere.
- Allows setting independent input levels, channel modes, and mute states for each output.
- Enables unique level offsets for each output for truly flexible routing.
- Monitoring:
- Facilitates one-to-one monitoring.
- Independently level-match your 4×4 selected sources.
- Global control through the master volume.
- Scenes:
- Device-wide settings recall is available.
- Save custom scenes for different tasks and easily switch between them with a single click.
- Settings:
- Eliminates the need for extra computer software.
- Change any setting directly on Hilo, including sample rate, clock source, or trims.
Connected apps
With Hilo 2, you get free connected applications. Hilo Remote for iPad and desktop offer you full control with extended features.
LSlot connectivity options (Select in the product options)
We don’t restrict how you choose to connect your devices. With LSlot, you can change your connection whenever you need. We have you covered now, and in the future when new standards are made available.
Technical specification
Analog Performance
Line in L/R (Preliminary):
- THD+N: -116dB at 1kHz, 20kHz filter, +22dBu trim
- Dynamic range: 122dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
- Frequency response: ±0.01dB, 20–20kHz
- Crosstalk: -140dB maximum at 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
- Full-scale trim settings: +0dBV, +2dBV, +4dBV, +6dBV, +18dBu, +20dBu, +22dBu, +24dBu
- Connectors: Female XLR
Line out L/R (Preliminary):
- THD+N: -116dB at 1kHz, 20kHz filter, +22dBu trim
- Dynamic range: 122dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
- Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20–20kHz
- Crosstalk: -135dB maximum at 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
- Full-scale trim settings: +0dBV, +2dBV, +4dBV, +6dBV, +18dBu, +20dBu, +22dBu, +24dBu
- Connectors: Male XLR
Monitor out L/R:
- THD+N: -107dB at 1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter, volume at max
- Dynamic range: 121dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
- Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20-20kHz
- Crosstalk: -135dB maximum at 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
- Output level at max: +24dBu or +10dBu, jumper selectable
- Connectors: 1/4″ TRS
Headphone out:
- THD+N: -107dB at 1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter, volume at max
- Dynamic range: 121dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
- Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20-20kHz
- Crosstalk: -130dB maximum at 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
- Output level at max: +19dBu
- Connectors: 1/4” headphone jack
Digital I/O
- AES/EBU: Transformer-coupled on XLR connectors
- S/PDIF I/O Coax: Transformer-coupled on RCA jacks
- S/PDIF I/O Optical: Available on optical connectors
- ADAT I/O: Supports 8 channels at 48 kHz, available on optical connectors
Other
- Sample Rates: Supports all standard rates up to 192 kHz using SynchroLock sample clock generator.
- Synchronization Sources:
- Internal.
- External word clock I/O with a 75ohm TTL signal on BNC connectors, AES/EBU, or S/PDIF inputs.
- Computer Connectivity:
- Windows: 64-bit drivers provided by Lynx.
- Macintosh macOS: USB drivers provided by Apple.
- Macintosh macOS: Thunderbolt drivers provided by Lynx.
- LSlot™ Expansion Port: Supports Lynx LSlot expansion cards with up to 16 inputs and outputs simultaneously.
- LCD Display: Features a 480 x 272 LCD Touch Screen.