Digital Processor Reviews

Lindemann USB-DDC 24/96: Bus-powered USB-S/PDIF converter for use with PCs and Macs (no third-party driver software required). Input: USB 1.1–compliant, Type B. Output: S/PDIF electrical on BNC jack, S/PDIF optical on TosLink jack. Sample rates supported: 32, 44.1, 48, 96kHz. Input/output bit depth: 16 or 24.
Dimensions: 2.2" (55mm) W by 2.2" (55mm) D by 1" (25mm) H. Weight: 2.5oz (71gm).
Finish: aluminum.
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: 119060026.
Price: $650. Approximate number of dealers: 9.
Manufacturer: Lindemann Audiotechnik GmbH, Germany. Web: www.lindemann-audio/de/en/. US distributor: Aaudio Imports, 4871 Raintree Drive, Parker, CO 80134. Tel: (720) 851-2525. Fax: (720) 851-7575. Web: www.aaudioimports.com.

Stello U2: Bus-powered USB-S/PDIF converter for use with PCs and Macs (no third-party driver software required). Input: USB 1.1 and 2.0–compliant, Type B. Output: S/PDIF electrical on BNC jack, I²S on 5-pin mini-DIN. Sample rates supported: 8, 16, 32, 44.1, 48, 96kHz. Input/output bit depth: 16 or 24.
Dimensions: 3.9" (100mm) W by 2.2" (56mm) D by 1.1" (27mm) H. Weight: 8.5oz (240gm).
Finish: black.
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: U9380010.
Price: $349. Approximate number of dealers: 20.
Manufacturer: April Music, Korea. Web: www.aprilmusic.com. US distributor: May Audio Marketing, 2150 Liberty Drive, Unit 7, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. Tel: (800) 554-4517, (716) 283-4434. Fax: (716) 283-6264. Web: www.mayaudio.com.