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C.E.C. DA-5 DAC
CEC DA 5 - D/A Converter- USB Sound System32bit/384 kHz PCM - DSD 256/11.2 MHz.
The new CEC DA 5 sits at the center of the audio listening stage weather you enjoy music via CD Transport, reproduce high resolution music source at its highest level of DSD 256 through PCs, try to adjust the sound volume by the digital volume control, or to just listen with your headphones.
CEC DA 5 - D/A Converter- USB Sound System32bit/384 kHz PCM - DSD 256/11.2 MHz.
The new CEC DA 5 sits at the center of the audio listening stage weather you enjoy music via CD Transport, reproduce high resolution music source at its highest level of DSD 256 through PCs, try to adjust the sound volume by the digital volume control, or to just listen with your headphones.
The new CEC DA 5 provides music inspiration and impression by the ability to reproduce the highest resolution digital music source. Digital signals supplied by the CD transport are fully converted to analogue without any distortion.
As a high quality D/A converter, the CEC DA 5 works as the high precision USB-DAC compatible with PCM 384 kHz and DSD 256/11.2 MHz. A highly capable OP amplifier confirms easy listening through headphones even at high level and digital control volume adjustment enables to place CEC DA 5 as the center of your audio system.
The conversion from digital to analogue signal is performed by the ESS Hyper stream DAC chip ES9018K2M compatible with 32bit - 384kHz PCM and 11.2MHz - DSD 256. Exceptional channel separation and wide dynamic range result in reproducing music with unbelievable breath and depth of sound stage. CEC DA 5 offers two different digital filters. "FLAT", a standard filter with super linear frequency response to 20kHz, and "PULSE", a ringing-free pulse-optimized filter with a softer roll-off below 20kHz.
Digital Inputs: SPDIF: Balanced type AES/EBU, Coaxial and Toslink are compatible with 24bit/192kHz. USB: PCM 32bit/384 kHz and Native reproduction of DSD256/11.2MHz are available.
Both conventional type RCA and balanced type XLR connections are available. We recommend the balanced connection to make CEC DA 5 balanced circuit superiority perform at its fullest.
Incorporating it's high performance headphones amplifier circuit the DA5 can be used even as a high performance headphone amplifier.
Digital volume control can adjust the analog output level at the digital domain. Adjustments from -99dB up to 0dB without deteriorating sound quality are possible. You may even connect directly to a power amplifier and/or active loudspeakers, and adjustments are done via remote control. Once output level has been set it is memorized even after power is off. LED monitor indicates the input status, input sampling frequency and filter condition. You may select the light condition out of three steps of brightness according to your listening condition.
Test reports in international magazines as well as the testimony of our satisfied customers worldwide confirm that we have achieved our musical objective:music reproduction on its highest level.
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DAC: ESS ES9018K2M
Power Supply: AC 100 V /120V/230V/ 50-60Hz
Analog Outputs:
Balanced XLR (2pin: hot) x 1: 4Vrms(digital variable)(- 99 dB to 0 dB)
Unbalanced RCA x 1: 2Vrms (- 99 dB to 0 dB)
Digital Input
AES/EBU x 1: PCM up to 24bit/192kHz
COAXIAL x 1: SPDIF 24bit - 192kHz
TOSLINK x 1: SPDIF 24bit - 192kHz
USB 2.0 x 1: 32bit/384kHz, DSD 256 up to 11.2896MHz
Headphone: 6.3mm - digital+analog volume controls
Frequency: 20 Hz to 20 kHz/±0.1dB
S/N Ratio: 105dB, 1kHz/0dB
Cross Talk: 105dB, 1kHz/0dBTHD0.014%, 1kHz/0dB
Power Consumption: 10W
Dimensions: 435 (B) x 335 (T) x 104 (H) mm
Weight: 8 kg
Color: Silver or Black
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The Audio Note (UK) DAC1.1x/II Digital to Analogue converter has been specifically engineered for sonic performance rather than technical specification, and fulfils all Audio Note (UK) Level 1 criteria: -
Materials and component quality
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The Audio Note (UK) DAC2.1x Digital to Analogue converter has been specifically engineered for sonic performance rather than technical specification, and fulfils all Audio Note (UK) Level 2 criteria: -
Valve rectification
Materials and component quality
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The Audio Note (UK) DAC3.1x Digital to Analogue converter has been specifically engineered for sonic performance rather than technical specification, and fulfils all Audio Note (UK) Level 3 criteria: -
Valve rectification
Materials and component quality
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In 2014, our design engineer Darko Greguras began exploring the possibility of dispensing with the conventional Digital To Analogue converter chip. Instead, his aim was to create a discrete R2R Ladder DAC, using only the finest quality analogue circuit components.
Following twelve years of meticulous research and development, we give you the IZVOR DAC, a groundbreaking, breathtaking revelation.
Curious how it sounds? Visit us at THESS and hear Audio Note DAC 4.1x IZVOR in action!
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In 2014, our design engineer Darko Greguras began exploring the possibility of dispensing with the conventional Digital To Analogue converter chip. Instead, his aim was to create a discrete R2R Ladder DAC, using only the finest quality analogue circuit components.
Following twelve years of meticulous research and development, we give you the IZVOR DAC, a groundbreaking, breathtaking revelation.
Please contact us for pricing information.
In 2014, our design engineer Darko Greguras began exploring the possibility of dispensing with the conventional Digital To Analogue converter chip. Instead, his aim was to create a discrete R2R Ladder DAC, using only the finest quality analogue circuit components.
Following twelve years of meticulous research and development, we give you the IZVOR DAC, a groundbreaking, breathtaking revelation.
CEC DA 5 - D/A Converter- USB Sound System32bit/384 kHz PCM - DSD 256/11.2 MHz.
The new CEC DA 5 sits at the center of the audio listening stage weather you enjoy music via CD Transport, reproduce high resolution music source at its highest level of DSD 256 through PCs, try to adjust the sound volume by the digital volume control, or to just listen with your headphones.
CEC's proprietary digital signal transmission system "SUPERLINK" D/A converter compatible with CD transports and players equipped with a D-SUB-9 or four BNC terminals.
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CEC DA 0 3.0 - Universal DSP controlled discrete resistor ladder 32bit/384kHz Audio DAC.
The brand new CEC DA 0 3.0 is the original multibit DAC concept with the most sophisticated implementation and highest precision. We based the solution on the best technology available and applied our knowledge and experience taking the design to the extreme.
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Qutest is a What Hi-Fi? Award-winning DAC with a performance that belies its compact dimensions. With DAC architecture based on our class-leading FPGA tech, Qutest offers unrivalled sound quality gains.
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Hugo 2 is a powerful DAC and headphone amp that builds on the ground-breaking original. Designed for both home and mobile use, Hugo 2 transforms headphones and audio systems’ sound quality with its cutting-edge proprietary DAC technology.
Key Features: Chord Custom FPGA DAC - 49,152 Taps - 6 hours + Battery Life - 768kHz Micro USB Input - 384kHz Coax Jack Input - 768kHz Dual Data Mode Jack Input - 96kHz Optical Input - Bluetooth® wireless technology - 1x ¼” Headphone Output - 1x 3.5mm Headphone Output - Unbalanced RCA Outputs - Supports up to 768kHz - DSD512 (8x) Native - Native DSD Support - 4x Playback Filters - 3x Crossfeed Function - Supports up to 800Ω - IR Remote Control Included - CNC Aluminium Chassis - Roon tested.
Developed from the multi-award-winning transportable Hugo 2, the Hugo TT 2 is bigger, better and more advanced in every way. TT 2 sets a new benchmark for table top DACs, eclipsed only by our flagship DAVE.
Key Features: Roon tested.
Using technology first seen in the flagship BLU MKII digital/CD transport, the Hugo M Scaler is a standalone upscaling device containing the world’s most advanced digital filter. When used with a dual-BNC-input Chord Electronics DAC, it is capable of redefining digital audio sound quality.
Key Features: Chord Custom Coded FPGA - 1,015,808 Taps - Upsampling to 768kHz - USB Input - 2x BNC S/PDIF Input - Optical Input - Dual Data Mode BNC O/P - BNC S/PDIF Output - Optical Output - Solid Aluminum Chassis - Convection Cooled - IR Remote Control Included - Roon tested.
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A reference-class digital audio upscaler featuring groundbreaking proprietary Blackbird WTA filter technology for unprecedented timing accuracy. Powered by 5x Xilinx FPGAs, the Quartet upscaler also benefits from an integrated Pulse Array ADC to upgrade analogue sources, too. Supplied with a sophisticated RF-rejecting power supply.
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DAVE is our flagship DAC, a reference-level device containing the latest-generation FPGA technology. Put simply, it is the most advanced DAC in the world.
Key Features: 164k tap FPGA DAC - 768kHz Type B USB Input - 4x 768kHz BNC Coax Inputs - 2x 96kHz AES/EBU Inputs - 2x 96kHz Optical Inputs - Expandable DXO Inputs - 1x Unbalanced RCA Outputs - 1x Balanced XLR Outputs - 1x ¼" Headphone Output - Supports 800Ω Headphones - Configurable Crossfeed - Standalone Preamp Function - Galvanically Isolated USB - Supports up to 768kHz - Native DSD Supported - DSD 512 (8x) Capable - Solid Aluminium Chassis - Roon tested.
Giving new life to digital sources A new command center, opening up your listening experience to the future.
Major evolution in the Digital Sharing range, Métronome presents the DSC mini, the converter designed to be paired with the DSS 2.
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Le DAC 3 represents a new milestone in the evolution of Métronome devices. Available with optional streaming module.
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c|AQWO 2 is the second generation of this most sophisticated converter from the Métronome brand. Now equipped with two conversion lines (ESS and AKM), it retains the famous Métronome feature that allows you to choose your output mode (transistor or tube) at any time according to your listening preferences (optional).
The Soulnote D-1N ver.2 is an updated version of the D-1N DAC, maintaining its discrete non-NFB output stage and dual-mono design while introducing circuit and mechanical refinements for improved stability and musical flow.
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D/A CONVERTER – available in Premium Silver/Premium Black.
The greatest feature of the D-2—and the key to its exceptional sound quality—was its large-scale, non-feedback discrete amplifier, comparable to that of a power amplifier. The D-2 Ver.2 incorporates the latest version of this circuit, the New Type-R, developed for the E-3 and refined specifically for use with the DAC. This design achieves true twin-mono construction, with the power supply and other components arranged symmetrically on the left and right sides.
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D/A CONVERTER – available in Premium Silver/Premium Black.
The ultimate D/A converter with ZERO asynchronous circuits.
CLOCK GENERATOR – available in Premium Silver/Premium Black.
Born out of discovery of World-first designing principle. It's an incredible breakthrough in designing Clock generator.
The DAC-4 offers a well judged alternative to the plethora of other DAC’s available in the current market. With sound quality top of the list, our watchword ‘Rescuing music from technology’ could not be more appropriate. Instead of accepting and using the latest digital trends, we have produced a product meticulously engineered to play music. With our own conversion circuits and data reformatting, a near analogue experience can be enjoyed. The DAC-4 is without limitations and has no over sampling or digital filtering.
Ultra-precise, high-performance DAC. Featuring dual mono SABRE DACs, dual linear power supply, and MEMS clock for ultimate audio purity.
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DAC0.1x converter uses a Philips TDA1543 stereo D/A converter chip and features a 6111WA valve zero feedback output stage.
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