Pacific 6 Band Audio Processor

The Aqua Broadcast Pacific is far more than an audio processor—it is a complete broadcast audio control hub, designed for modern FM radio stations that demand clarity, flexibility, and reliability.

Built on precision DSP hardware and a customised Linux operating system, the Pacific delivers a  combination of exceptional audio quality, robust connectivity, and intuitive operation.

At its heart, the Pacific features a 6-band audio processing architecture, giving broadcasters full control over their station’s sound. Whether your programming calls for a smooth, natural tone or a bold, cutting-edge profile, the Pacific ensures crystal-clear, punchy audio that engages listeners and defines your station’s sonic identity.

The Pacific integrates effortlessly into any broadcast chain with a comprehensive suite of professional connectivity options. Dual LAN ports and a hardware power-off bypass provide reliable network redundancy and uninterrupted audio flow, ensuring your signal stays live even during unforeseen outages.

Optional MicroMPX is also available, giving you great connections, perfect when paired with a compatible COBALT transmitter.

The front-panel interface combines widescreen RGB displays, intuitive joystick controls, and durable buttons, making configuration quick and day-to-day operation straightforward. Whether managed by experienced engineers or first-time users, the Pacific offers a streamlined, professional workflow while enhancing the appearance of your rack.

With full remote control and monitoring, you can manage your station from the studio, transmitter, or anywhere in the world. A powerful automation and scheduling system allows presets to switch automatically based on time schedules, external triggers (GPI or SNMP), or system conditions—keeping audio consistent around the clock.

Engineers and operators can also stream audio directly from the Pacific to any web-enabled device, providing real-time assurance of both source integrity and processed output. Built-in support for Shoutcast and Icecast stream inputs allows these streams to serve as primary or backup sources, ensuring your station remains on-air even if the main studio or STL link fails.

The Aqua Broadcast Pacific is more than a processor; it is a fully integrated broadcast solution. By combining state-of-the-art DSP processing, intuitive design, extensive connectivity, advanced automation, and global monitoring, the Pacific empowers broadcasters to deliver consistent, professional-quality audio with total confidence—for stations of any size or scale.

  • 6 Bands
  • Optional MicroMPX
  • Precision DSP's

$ 3990 / € 3695 / £ 3095

STANDARD FEATURES

  • Linux OS
  • Dual RGB Screens
  • 6 Band Audio Processor
  • 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

  • MicroMPX
  • 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