Aqua Tool - Powered by Stereotool
The Aqua Tool from Aqua Broadcast brings together world-class hardware and the industry-leading Stereo Tool software from Thimeo Audio Technology. The result is audio processing that is bold, clean, punchy, and dynamic—delivering premium performance without the premium price tag.
Built on a rock-solid DSP platform and powered by a customised Linux operating system, the Aqua Tool guarantees exceptional audio quality, reliable connectivity, and intuitive operation. At its core is a powerful 6-band processing engine, giving broadcasters complete freedom to define their station’s sound—whether smooth and natural or bold and aggressive. With crystal-clear, impactful audio, the Aqua Tool ensures your station stands out.
Designed for seamless integration, the Aqua Tool provides every connection a broadcaster needs, versatility ensures the Aqua Tool fits perfectly into any broadcast chain.
With integrated MicroMPX by Thimeo Audio Technology, the Aqua Tool delivers a full FM signal at bitrates as low as 320 kbps.
The Aqua Tool includes all the tools required for professional FM broadcasting. Every preset can be customised and fine-tuned, ensuring your station develops its own unique audio identity. A hardware power-off bypass ensures continuity during outages, while dual LAN ports provide redundant connectivity. The modern interface reduces setup time, speeds up configuration, and looks impressive in any rack. Stay in control from anywhere with a full suite of remote tools, Whether you’re in the studio or across the world, your audio is always under control.stream audio directly from the Aqua Tool for peace of mind, meaning full confidence in both source integrity and processed output.
As standard, the Aqua Tool supports Shoutcast and Icecast stream inputs, which can serve as primary or backup sources. Even if your studio link fails, your station stays on-air without interruption.
The Aqua Tool is more than an audio processor—it’s a fully integrated broadcast solution for today’s radio. With advanced DSP, intuitive design, global connectivity, and reliable automation, it delivers professional-quality sound and total peace of mind.
The Aqua Tool scales effortlessly with your needs, with regular software updates keep your station ensuring your sound is always sharp, consistent, and competitive.
- 6 Band Processor
- Stereotool by Thimeo
- MicroMPX
$ 3200 / € 2795 / £ 2395
STANDARD FEATURES
- Linux OS
- Dual RGB Screens
- 6 Band Audio Processor
- MicroMPX
- Audio confidence monitoring by web browser
- Dynamic, UECP Compliant RDS Encoder
- ITU-R BS412.9 Limiter
- Digital MPX (AES192)
- Dual LAN
- Ethernet Control with HTTPS
- SNMP v1, v2c, v3
- Advanced Automations and configurations
- Scheduler
- Audio Failover and Silence Detection
- Backup Audio player via USB
- Shoutcast / Icecast Stream input
- HDMI
OPTIONS
- 48V DC Power input
- Optional 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac wireless
- Optional Bluetooth 5.0, BLE
GENERAL
| Input ACV @ 50/60Hz | 100-240VAC, 50/60HZ |
| Power Connector | IEC13 3A filtered |
| Optional DC power input | 48V |
| Dimensions WxDxH (inch) | 19x10.5 x 1RU (1.75”) |
| Dimensions WxDxH (cm) | 48.3 x 27 x 44 |
| Weight | 2.5kg / 5.51lb |
ENVIRONMENTAL
| Maximum operating Altitude | 15,000 ft / 4,420m AMSL |
| Temperature range | Direct-to-channel (DDS) |
| Humidity | VHF Band II, 87-108MHz |
STEREO ENCODER
| Test Conditions | 400Hz/1kHz test tones at modulation level ≤75kHz |
| Modes | Stereo, Mono L+R, Mono L, Mono R |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-15kHz ±0.02dB |
| Pre-emphasis | 0, 50 or 75µs |
| Pilot tone | 19kHz, adjustable level 0-12% |
| Subcarriers suppression | ≤ -70dB |
| Stereo Suppression | ≥75dB AES/EBU input |
| Stereo SNR | ≥70dB Analogue input |
| ≥80dB with 75us de-emphasis | |
| ≥75dB without de-emphasis on both inputs <0.03% | |
| Crosstalk | ≥70dB, between L+R and L-R due to channel matching, both inputs |
MONO OPERATION
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 15kHz ±0.02dB |
| Pre-emphasis | 0, 50 or 75 µs |
| Mono SNR | ≥75dB AES/EBU input, ≥70dB Analogue input |
| Mono THD+N | ≤0.002% analogue input, ≤0.001% AES input, with 75us de-emphasis |
CONNECTIVITY
| 2x 1Gbit Ethernet (1 per CM5) | |
| 2x 100Mbit Ethernet with POE+ (1 per CM5, 1 shared with AES67 module) | |
| 4x USB 3.0 (2 per CM5) | |
| 1x USB 2.0 on the front panel | |
| 1x USB UART for primary CM5 | |
| 2x HDMI 2.0 (1 per CM5) | |
| Optional 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac wireless on CM5 | |
| Optional Bluetooth 5.0, BLE on CM5 |
USER INTERFACE
| Primary display | -90kHz ±0.005dB |
| Secondary display | ≥100dB, with 75us de-emphasis |
| THD+N | Analogue joystick with 3 x silicone backlit buttons |
ANALOG AUDIO INPUT
| Stereo analogue audio input | 2 x XLR female, 10kΩ impedance level adjustable 0-24dBu |
ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT
| Headphones Out | 2 x XLR female, 10kΩ impedance level adjustable 0-24dBu |
| Optional bypass relay module for power-off signal pass through |
DIGITAL AUDIO INPUTS
| 1 x AES/EBU Audio, RJ45 StudioHUB+, 48kHz, 24bits, 110Ω output impedance | |
| 1 x AES/EBU MPX, RJ45 StudioHUB+, 192kHz, 24bits, 110Ω output impedance |
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTS
| 1 x AES/EBU Audio, RJ45 StudioHUB+, 48kHz, 24bits, 110Ω output impedance | |
| 1 x AES/EBU MPX, RJ45 StudioHUB+, 192kHz, 24bits, 110Ω output impedance |
ANALOG MPX OUTPUT
| Type | 2 x BNC female, 10Ω output impedance, level adjustable 0-12dBu |
ANALOG MPX INPUT
| 2 x BNC female, 10Ω output impedance, level adjustable 0-12dBu | |
| Optional bypass relay module for power-off signal pass through |
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
| 1/4” (6.3mm) female stereo socket | |
| Software adjustable volume | |
| Minimum load impedance 16Ω |
