Digital Processor Reviews

Description: 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. Sample rates supported: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96kHz. Input bit depth: 16–24. Output bit depth: 24. Supplied accessory: 9" Stereovox XV2 BNC/BCN S/PDIF datalink with one BNC/RCA adapter.
Dimensions: 2.2" (56mm) W by 1" (25.4mm) H by 4.2" (107mm) D (including BNC jack). Weight: coupla ounces, tops.
Finish: aluminum, black plastic.
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: L-018.
Price: $495 (2009, including cable); $295 (2010, without cable). Approximate number of dealers: 65.
Manufacturer: Bel Canto Design, 221 N. First Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Tel: (612) 317-4550. Fax: (612) 359-9358. Web: www.belcantodesign.com.