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RME, in the context of audio technology, most commonly refers to RME Audio GmbH, a German manufacturer of professional digital audio equipment. The company designs and produces high-quality audio interfaces, converters, MADI and ADAT devices, and related software used in recording studios, broadcast, and live sound. RME is known for its focus on accurate conversion, robust drivers, and low-latency performance.

RME's product lines include Fireface and Babyface families of audio interfaces, as well as PCIe/USB/FireWire-based devices equipped with multichannel I/O and digital connections such as ADAT, SPDIF, AES/EBU, and MADI. A hallmark of the brand is TotalMix FX, a software mixer and router that provides DSP-based monitoring and control. RME interfaces typically include advanced clocking technology, such as SteadyClock, designed to reduce jitter and improve stability across sample rates.

The company emphasizes cross-platform driver support, with drivers and control software available for Windows and macOS, and in some cases Linux support via ALSA. RME products are widely used in professional studios, educational facilities, and broadcast environments due to their reliability, long-term driver updates, and clear monitoring options. While premium-priced, RME has maintained a reputation for sound quality and stable operation among audio professionals.

The term RME can also refer to other uses outside audio technology, but in common discourse RME most often denotes the German manufacturer RME Audio GmbH.