Prism Sound

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Overview

Prism Sound manufactures professional-grade digital audio converters and interfaces for recording studios, broadcast, and voice logging. The company focuses on professional recording products and test & measurement tools, with its music and post-production division operating under Audio Squadron following a 2019 restructuring. Its products are used in top studios and by engineers for their audio transparency.

History

Founded in 1987 by Graham Boswell and Ian Dennis in the UK, initially providing digital audio consultancy. Shifted to product manufacturing in 1993 with studio-grade A/D and D/A converters. In 2019, the test & measurement division became Spectral Measurement under Prism Media Products Limited, while the core audio division joined Audio Squadron.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
ADA Series Converters	Studio reference A/D and D/A conversion	$5,000 - $20,000
Atlas Audio Interfaces	Multi-channel recording interfaces	$4,000 - $8,000
Titan Audio Interfaces	Professional desktop interfaces	$2,500 - $5,000
Lyra/Lyra 2 Interfaces	Desktop interfaces for producers	$1,500 - $3,000
dScope Audio Analyzers	Test and measurement solutions	$10,000 - $30,000

Manufacturing

Products are developed and manufactured in the UK at facilities in Ely, Cambridgeshire. The company handles in-house design and production for its professional audio equipment.

Notable Products

Prism Sound ADA-8XR - Modular multi-channel A/D and D/A converter used in professional studios worldwide.
Atlas - USB audio interface with 32 channels for recording and monitoring.
Titan - Multi-channel USB interface for professional audio production.
Lyra 2 - 2-channel desktop interface for music producers and engineers.
dScope III - Audio analyzer for test and measurement applications.

Reputation

Prism Sound is regarded by professionals as a benchmark for audio converter transparency and low-noise performance in high-end studios. Enthusiasts and engineers praise its reliability and sound quality, though the high price point limits it to professional rather than consumer markets. Some note the niche focus excludes broader home audio applications.

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