PULSE16 vs ALPHA 8
The ALPHA 8 costs about $0.99 more than the PULSE16 and buys you IEC C14 and USB-C.
| Spec | PULSE16 | ALPHA 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | 1U |
| Weight | 4.4 lbs | 7.9 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 190 mm | 294 mm |
| I/O count | 46 | 27 |
| Price | ~$899 | ~$899.99 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
PULSE16
- DC Barrel
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
ALPHA 8
- IEC C14
- USB-C
- RCA
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.