ADI-2 Pro EX vs Fireface UFX III
The Fireface UFX III costs about $700 more than the ADI-2 Pro EX and buys you 25 more I/O, plus MIDI 5-pin DIN and USB-A.
| Spec | ADI-2 Pro EX | Fireface UFX III |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U half-rack | 1U |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs | 6.2 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 160 mm | 240 mm |
| I/O count | 14 | 39 |
| Price | ~$2,499 | ~$3,199 |
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 UFX III
- MIDI 5-pin DIN
- USB-A
- IEC C14
- USB-B
- Duplex SC
- 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.