Digital Processor Reviews

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Description: Network-connected 8-channel 32-bit DAC. Digital inputs: LAN (RJ-45 and Wi-Fi), USB 2.0 audio, S/PDIF coaxial, S/ PDIF TosLink, 2 × USB 2.0 (keyboard, mouse), 2 × USB 3.0 (external storage). Outputs: 8 channels unbalanced (RCA) and balanced (XLR), headphone (¼" TRS, SE), HDMI (video only). Supported services: UPnP, AirPlay, Roon RAAT, NAA (HQPlayer), OpenHome, Tidal, Qobuz. Supported formats: DSD, WAV, FLAC, AIFF. Supported sample rates: up to DSD256, up to 32/384 (8 channels), and up to DSD512 (stereo) via USB and LAN; up to 24/192 PCM via S/PDIF coax; up to 24/96 PCM via TosLink. Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: 0.00021% @ 1kHz, 0dBFS. Total Harmonic Distortion 0.00014% @ 1kHz, 0dBFS. Intermodulation distortion (2nd order): –128dB 0.00004% @ 19kHz+20kHz, 0dBFS. Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted): 123.8dB @ 4.6V RMS (balanced), 123.5dB @ 2V RMS (unbalanced). DAC master clock jitter: 0.082ps (82fs) RMS. Frequency response: 0Hz–20kHz (–0.15dB) @ 44.1kHz/48kHz; 0Hz–30kHz (–0.15dB) @ 88.2kHz and higher. Channel separation: 133dB @ 1kHz. Line output level: 4.6V RMS (balanced), 2V RMS (unbalanced). Line output impedance: 400 ohms (balanced), 200 ohms (unbalanced). Headphone amp output: 250mA peak, 0–6V RMS. Headphone amp output impedance: 1 ohm, 20Hz– 20kHz. Headphone amp distortion (1V RMS into 60 ohms): THD+N, 0.0012%; 19kHz + 20kHz 2nd order IMD, –120dB (0.0001%). Power consumption: 64w. Supplied accessories: IR remote control, external universal power supply, USB cable, Ethernet cable, Wi-Fi antennas, Quick Start Guide, AC power cord.
Dimensions: 17.5" (445mm) W × 2.6" (70mm) H × 9.6" (245mm) D. Weight: 13.7lb (6.2kg).
Finish: Black or Silver.
Serial number of unit reviewed: 041336. Made in Canada.
Price: $6500. Sold direct. Warranty: Limited one year.
Manufacturer: exaSound Audio Design, 3219 Yonge St., Suite 354, Toronto, Ontario Canada M4N 3S1. Web: exasound.com.