Digital Processor Reviews

Description: Multi-input, two-channel D/A processor with optional remote control, digital-domain volume control, two switch-selectable digital reconstruction filters, and switchable upsampling of PCM data to 2x or 4x PCM or DSD. Digital inputs: 2 S/PDIF (2 RCA, 1 TosLink), 1 AES/EBU, USB 1.1, TTL word clock on 75-ohm BNC jack. Digital output: TTL word clock on BNC jack. Sample rates accepted: 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192kHz (S/PDIF, Optical, and AES/EBU); 32, 44.1, 48, and 96kHz (USB); XLR input can receive DSD data from Esoteric P-05 transport. Analog outputs: balanced (XLR), unbalanced (RCA). Maximum output level: 2.2V into 10k ohms. Output impedance: 100 ohms (per phase) balanced, 100 ohms unbalanced. Frequency range: 5Hz–40kHz. Channel separation: not specified. Signal/noise: 130dB. THD: 0.001% at 1kHz. Power consumption: 7W.
Dimensions: 17.4" (442mm) W by 4.75" (103.5mm) H by 13.7" (346mm) D. Weight: 20.9 lbs (9.5kg).
Finish: Sand-blasted natural aluminum.
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: 0040058.
Price: $4800. Approximate number of dealers: 30.
Manufacturer: Esoteric, a division of TEAC America, Inc., 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, CA 90640. Tel: (323) 726-0303. Fax: (323) 727-7656. Web: www.teac.com.