ADI-2 Pro EX vs Fireface 802 FS Anniversary Edition
The ADI-2 Pro EX costs about $200 more than the Fireface 802 FS Anniversary Edition and buys you DC Barrel and USB-C. It draws 22W less, which matters on a full rack.
| Spec | ADI-2 Pro EX | Fireface 802 FS Anniversary Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U half-rack | 1U |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs | 6.2 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | 22W |
| Depth | 160 mm | 242 mm |
| I/O count | 14 | 35 |
| Price | ~$2,499 | ~$2,299 |
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
ADI-2 Pro EX
- DC Barrel
- USB-C
- TRS 1/8"
- D-sub 9
Fireface 802 FS Anniversary Edition
- IEC C14
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
- USB-B
- USB-A
- BNC
- XLR Female
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.