Digital Processor Reviews

Description: Digital/analog converter with 24-bit/96kHz DACs, 8x-oversampling digital filter, and direct-coupled tube output. Digital inputs: S/PDIF on TosLink and RCA. Frequency response: 5Hz-22kHz, ±0.5 dB. Signal/Noise Ratio: 105dB (A-weighted). Total Harmonic Distortion: less than 0.005%. Maximum output voltage: 2.0V RMS. Output impedance: 2k ohms. Minimum load requirement: 10k ohms. Power Consumption: 18W.
Dimensions: 8.5" W by 4" H by 12.5" D. Weight: 10 lbs.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 22020.
Price: $750 (2000); no longer available (2004). Approximate number of dealers: 140.
Manufacturer: California Audio Labs, P.O. Box 1218, 113 Taylor Way, Blue Lake, CA 95525. Tel: (707) 668-1736. Fax: (707) 668-1923. Web: www.calaudio.com.