Sidebar 1: Specifications
Description: Upsampling Network D/A processor with volume control and remote control. Roon Ready and compatible with AirPlay, Spotify Connect, and UPnP. Streaming from Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, and internet radio. File playback of PCM, DSD, and MQA from NAS, external drive, or USB stick via dCS Mosaic Control app or other playback software. Automatic upsampling to DXD, DSD64, or DSD128. Filters: 6forPCM,4forDSD,1for MQA. Digital inputs: Network (Ethernet RJ45) accepts up to PCM 24/384 and DSD128 in DFF or DSF format; USB-B 2.0 accepts up to 24/384 and DSD128 in DoP format; USB-A accepts up to 24/384 and DSD128 in DFF/DSF format; 2 × AES3 inputs on 3-pin female XLR connectors accept up to 24/192 PCM and DSD128 in DoP format; one Dual AES pair accepts from 24/88.2–384 and DSD128 in DoP format; 1 × S/PDIF (RCA) accepts up to 24/192 and DSD64 in DoP format; 1 × S/PDIF (BNC) accepts up to 24/192 and DSD64 in DoP format; 1 × S/PDIF optical (TosLink) accepts up to 24/96 PCM. Full decoding and rendering of MQA from network and USB2 ports. RS232 interface. Analog outputs: 1 pair balanced (XLR), 1 pair single-ended (RCA). Output levels: selectable 0.2V, 0.6V, 2V, 6V RMS. Output impedance, XLR: 3 ohms. Output impedance, RCA: 52 ohms. Minimum load: 600 ohms (10k–100k ohms recommended). Word Clock inputs: BNC, accepts standard Word Clock at 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192kHz; data rate can be the same or an exact multiple. Word Clock output: BNC. Upsampling to DXD, DSD64, or DSD128. Residual noise for 24-bit data: Better than –113dB, 20Hz–20kHz unweighted at 6V output setting. L/R crosstalk: –105dB, 20Hz–20kHz. Power consumption: 23W (typical), 28W maximum.
Dimensions: 17.5" (444mm) W × 5"(125mm) H × 17.2" (435mm) D. Weight: 34.3lb (15.6kg).
Finish: Silver or Black.
Serial number of unit reviewed: RSD59579. Manufactured in the UK.
Price: $32,800. dCS-installed Apex upgrade: $9000. Approximate number of dealers: 24. Warranty: 3 years, parts & labor, for original owner, from date originally shipped from dCS.
Manufacturer: dCS (Data Conversion Systems), Ltd., Unit 1, Buckingway Business Park, Anderson Rd., Swavesey, Cambridge CB24 4AE, England, UK. US distributor: Data Conversion Systems Americas, LLC, PNC Bank Bldg., 300 Delaware Ave., Suite 210, Wilmington, DE 19801. Tel: (302) 473-9050. Web: dcsaudio.com.
Dimensions: 17.5" (444mm) W × 5"(125mm) H × 17.2" (435mm) D. Weight: 34.3lb (15.6kg).
Finish: Silver or Black.
Serial number of unit reviewed: RSD59579. Manufactured in the UK.
Price: $32,800. dCS-installed Apex upgrade: $9000. Approximate number of dealers: 24. Warranty: 3 years, parts & labor, for original owner, from date originally shipped from dCS.
Manufacturer: dCS (Data Conversion Systems), Ltd., Unit 1, Buckingway Business Park, Anderson Rd., Swavesey, Cambridge CB24 4AE, England, UK. US distributor: Data Conversion Systems Americas, LLC, PNC Bank Bldg., 300 Delaware Ave., Suite 210, Wilmington, DE 19801. Tel: (302) 473-9050. Web: dcsaudio.com.
