Information

8-channel D/A converter with top-tier analog performance

One device, 3 modes, endless possibilities

Specifications

Digital connectivity

• USB
  • 8 output and 8 input channels
  • asynchronous, UAC 2.0 compliant
  • playback data formats
    • PCM, up to 192kHz / 32-bit
    • native DSD, 64x / 128x
    • DSD over PCM (DoP), 64x
  • recording data format
    • PCM, up to 192kHz / 32-bit
• AES/EBU
  • 4 AES/EBU inputs (SPDIF compatible)
    • up to 192 kHz / 24-bit
    • resampling-free (i.e. requiring a single signal source)
    • unique USB/AES input mode ensures a bit-perfect data flow from AES/EBU to USB, allowing for a real-time signal processing or simultaneous recording & playback with no resampling applied
  • 1 AES/EBU output
    • fixed to playback channels 1 and 2 (of USB or AES/EBU, depending on the selected input)

Analog connectivity

• Main outputs (back side)
  • 8 x Neutrik gold-plated XLR connector <
  • Output level: 4.1 V RMS differential full-scale
  • output impedance: 200 Ohms
• Headphone output (front side)
  • 6.3 mm (1/4”) TRS connector
  • Output level: 4.1 V RMS full-scale
  • 120 mA linear output current
  • fixed to output channels 1 and 2
  • output impedance <100 mOhm

Analog performance

• 0.000032 % / -130 dB THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) full-scale, 1kHz
• 0.00011 % / -119 dB THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise) or 119 dB SINAD full-scale, 1kHz
• 125 dB dynamic range
• 0.000224 % / -113 dB THD+N @ 100 mW into 32 Ohms headphone output

Menu functions

• Individual volume for each of the 8 output channels (relative to the master volume)
• Routing matrix (any input channel to a specific output channel)
• Upper volume limit
• Remote control learning
• Choice between 7 PCM reconstruction FIR filters
• Configurable display timer to dim or turn off the displays
• Configurable auto on / auto off with non-zero audio data detection

Other features

• Trigger output
  • 5 V voltage level
  • short-circuit proof with 15 mA maximum current
  • pulse or continuous
• Full control with either rotary or remote control
• Rack-mountable with optional 2U, 19” rack mounting brackets

Dimensions

• 448 mm x 183 mm x 50 mm, excluding user-removable feet
• Weight: 4.5 kg (10 lbs)

Power

• Mains voltage: 120 V AC or 230 V AC (depending on the country of order)
• Power rating: 15 W