Digital Processor Reviews

e.One DAC3.5VB: DC-powered digital-to-analog converter (needs 12V DC supply). Inputs: AES XLR, S/PDIF BNC/RCA, ST fiber-optic, TosLink, RCA analog. Maximum data input rate: 24-bit data at 192ks/s. Master clock jitter: 2 picoseconds RMS. Maximum output level: 5.5V RMS (balanced XLR), 2.5V RMS (RCA). Output impedance: 200 ohms (balanced XLR), 100 ohms (RCA). Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.25dB. THD+N: <0.0015%, 5.5V RMS, balanced out, 1kHz. Output noise: 3µV RMS, A-weighted, 20Hz–20kHz. Dynamic range: 126dB, A-weighted, 20Hz–20kHz. Power usage, on: 8W.
Dimensions: 8.5" (216mm) W by 3.5" (88mm) H by 12.5" (318mm) D. Weight: 14 lbs (6.5kg).
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: D35-054.
Price: $3495.

e.One VBS1: power supply. Maximum output: 12V DC at 3A. Output voltage: 12V DC, ±5%. Output voltage noise: <6µV RMS, unweighted, 20Hz–30kHz. Power usage, on: 5–20W typical, 1–3 devices powered.
Dimensions: 8.75" (223mm) W by 3.5" (88mm) H by 12.5" (318mm) D. Weight: 13 lbs (6.2kg).
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: VBS-108.
Price: $1495.

e.One REF DAC Control System: (DAC3.5VB plus VBS1): $4945.
Light Link 24/96: $349 with 2m optic-fiber cable.
VB-REF: power cable: $495.

All: Approximate number of dealers: 60.
Manufacturer: Bel Canto Design, 221 N. First Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Tel: (612) 317-4550. Fax: (612) 359-9358. Web: www.belcantodesign.com.