All items tagged with DAC (174)
CEntrance New DACmini 2 Adds Premium Sound Quality to Streaming Sources
June 13, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

CEntrance New DACmini 2 Adds Premium Sound Quality to Streaming Sources

CEntrance, the Chicago-based boutique manufacturer of recording and audio playback solutions, announced the launch of the DACmini 2, a USB-C powered, digital-to-analog converter (DAC), and headphone amplifier. The design is a stylish desktop model designed to conveniently stack with Apple’s latest Mac mini and Mac Studio, reducing clutter and adding premium sound to modern desktops and listening rooms.
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HEM Unveils Serce Digital Audio System on a Module
May 30, 2022 by Joao Martins

HEM Unveils Serce Digital Audio System on a Module

Following the launch of three Ferrum products, HEM now announces Serce, a completely new digital audio platform that contains everything needed for a wide range of new hi-fi product developments. HEM is the audio manufacturing company from Poland that recently launched its own brand, Ferrum, with products aimed at high end audio enthusiasts. With Serce, HEM reinforces its position as a one-stop-shop solution for ODM/OEM audio electronics.
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Nordic Semiconductor nRF5340 Audio DK Accelerates Bluetooth LE Audio Developments
May 20, 2022 by Cristina Costa

Nordic Semiconductor nRF5340 Audio DK Accelerates Bluetooth LE Audio Developments

The next generation of wireless audio projects is now getting on the bench, as developers get access to the first Bluetooth LE Audio evaluation platforms. Nordic Semiconductor has long been a reference in Bluetooth development platforms and has now released its nRF5340 Bluetooth LE Audio DK board, which includes everything required for developers to take advantage of the latest Bluetooth standard, including LC3 codec, low power consumption, and wireless stereo enhancements.
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Mcintosh Premieres MCD12000 Reference Level SACD Player and Reference Level DAC
May 12, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Mcintosh Premieres MCD12000 Reference Level SACD Player and Reference Level DAC

McIntosh updated its premium audio source with the introduction of the MCD12000 SACD/CD Player. While classified as a CD player, the MCD12000 serves as a reference level digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that includes reference level SACD/CD playback capabilities. Music played through MCD12000's digital inputs or compact discs is processed by professional grade 8-channel ESS Sabre Pro DACs, designed for premium performance.
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AKM Developed New Flagship Velvet Sound AK4499EXEQ Stereo D/A Converter
April 20, 2022 by Joao Martins

AKM Developed New Flagship Velvet Sound AK4499EXEQ Stereo D/A Converter

The new flagship DAC Velvet Sound | Veritas AK4499EX and the previously announced premium DAC AK4493S are two of the latest products developed by Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) to be unveiled for the first time at the High End Show 2022. AKM will exhibit at the International Parts+Supply (IPS) section of the show in Munich, Germany, showcasing all the new-generation products, as the Japanese company gradually resumes production and shipments.
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Vincent Audio Updates PowerLine Series With SV-228 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier
April 18, 2022 by Joao Martins

Vincent Audio Updates PowerLine Series With SV-228 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier

Vincent Audio is a designer and manufacturer of hi-fidelity stereo and multichannel components, headquartered in Germany with manufacturing in Asia, Germany or a combination of the two. This strategy allows the company to offer unique features and designs at affordable prices. Expanding Vincent Audio’s popular PowerLine series, the SV-228 is a new hybrid integrated amplifier that includes VU meters embedded in the front panel, a cool loudness switch, an integrated DAC and Bluetooth 5 input.
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ROHM Announces New 32bit D/A Converter IC for High-End Audio Products
March 2, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

ROHM Announces New 32bit D/A Converter IC for High-End Audio Products

ROHM Semiconductor announced that it has developed the new BD34352EKV digital-to-analog converter IC (DAC) and corresponding evaluation board (BD34352EKV-EVK-001), supporting playback of high-resolution audio sources in high-fidelity audio equipment. Complementing its latest MUS-IC BD34301EKV flagship DAC, the new product was designed to maximally extract and convert high resolution digital audio data to analog audio signals in new product designs.
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Fresh From the Bench: SPL Phonitor One d Headphone Amplifier System
February 17, 2022 by Stuart Yaniger

Fresh From the Bench: SPL Phonitor One d Headphone Amplifier System

Stuart Yaniger shares his impressions and measurements of the Phonitor One d Headphone Amplifier System, designed by SPL of Germany. This product uses the company’s unique 120V circuitry, and also features an acclaimed AKM premium USB DAC and balanced stereo line output, effectively enabling it to function as a combination DAC and preamp. An interesting design also because of its Phonitor Matrix, a unique feature designed to electronically create a crosstalk signal and generate something similar to the effect of acoustic crosstalk around our head when listening through headphones. This article was originally published in audioXpress, November 2021.
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Orchard Audio Updates The PecanPi Product Line with S/PDIF Input
February 10, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Orchard Audio Updates The PecanPi Product Line with S/PDIF Input

Good news from New Jersey. Orchard Audio has updated one of its original and best-selling products, announcing the release of PecanPi DAC, Streamer, and Streamer Ultra Rev 3.0. The major update for rev 3.0 devices is the addition of a S/PDIF (coax) input, which allows the DAC to be used standalone. The rev 3.0 devices also use lower noise linear regulators and give users the option to have RCA outputs built-in. The Orchard Audio website is being updated to reflect the new models, shipping from March 2022.
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McIntosh Announces Upgraded Versions of MA9500 and MA8950 Integrated Amplifiers
February 9, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

McIntosh Announces Upgraded Versions of MA9500 and MA8950 Integrated Amplifiers

McIntosh Laboratory continues to design new products. The company unveiled its MA9500 and MA8950 Integrated Amplifiers, which replace the existing MA9000 and MA8900 models, adding upgraded power supplies and performance enhancements to these already outstanding products. The updated circuits now deliver increased dynamic headroom, while the updated DA2 Digital Audio Module adds improved D/A conversion and connectivity.
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