Digital Processor Reviews

Description: D/A processor with remote control of digital input and volume. Digital inputs (5): AES/EBU (XLR), S/PDIF (BNC, RCA, TosLink), USB. Sample rates handled: 32–96kHz (S/PDIF, AES/EBU), 32kHz–48kHz (USB). Analog outputs: RCA (1 pair), balanced XLR (1 pair). Maximum output levels: 4.5V RMS balanced, 2.25V RMS unbalanced. Output impedance: 200 ohms balanced, 500 ohms unbalanced. Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.5dB (CD data). THD+N: <0.0005%, 1kHz at 0dBFS, balanced output. IMD (CCIF): <0.0005%, 19+20kHz. Output noise: 3µV RMS, A-weighted. Dynamic range: 129dBA. Master clock jitter: 1 picosecond RMS, 5ps p–p. Power consumption: 15W.
Dimensions: 8.5" (216mm) W by 3" (76mm) H by 12.5" (318mm) D. Weight: 14 lbs (6.4kg).
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: D3-235. Software version: R1.06.
Price: $2495. Approximate number of dealers: 65.
Manufacturer: Bel Canto Design, 221 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Tel: (612) 317-4550. Fax: (612) 359-9358. Web: www.belcantodesign.com.