Digital Processor Reviews

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Description: Fully discrete, single-bit upconverting two-channel D/A converter with volume control and remote. Inputs: AES3 (XLR), coax (S/PDIF RCA), TosLink optical, USB Audio, USB Media (2) Type A, Network/Ethernet interface (RJ45), and RS-232 for Remote and Service. Performs 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, and DSD conversion through all digital inputs. Converts 352 DXD, 384 DXD, 2×DSD, and full MQA decoding via USB Audio and network interface (RJ45) only. Outputs: Balanced (XLR) and Unbalanced (RCA). Roon-certified, with streaming from Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify, and vTuner internet radio. File playback from NAS, external drive, or USB stick using Roon, MConnect. Audio formats supported: AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, WAV, WMA, and MQA. Power consumption: max 50W. Output voltage: XLR outputs, 6V (+17.8dBu); RCA outputs, 3V (+11.8dBu). Output impedance: 300 ohms balanced (XLR), 150 ohms unbalanced (RCA).
Dimensions: 17.3" (435mm) W × 3.62" (92mm) H × 15.75" (400mm) D. Weight: 16.4lb (7.42kg); remote 0.22lb (0.1kg).
Finishes: Silver and Black.
Serial number of unit reviewed: B419. Manufactured in Canada.
Price: $11,500. Approximate number of US dealers: 30. Warranty: 3 years.
Manufacturer: Meitner Audio, 119 - 5065 13th St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 5M8. Tel: +1 (403) 225-4161. Web: meitner.com and emmlabs.com/meitner.html. US distributor: Audioshield Distribution, New Jersey. Email: info@ myaudioshield.com. Web: audioshield-distribution.com.