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The Signatue DAC IV offers uncomprimised performance. It provides hand matched DAC modules for superior sound quality. These DACs can run at twice the speed (with a 384 kHz sampling rate source) with half the settling time as our standard DACs. The noise level is cut to 1/3 the normal value and the signal-to-noise ratio is up to 140 db. They come as a matched set of four. This DAC accepts
384KHz SP/DIFF inputs and includes our advanced 32x MSB Digital Filter as well as our whole filter suite. It includes 384 kHz upsampling as well. It outputs
single ended or balanced analog and has a clock sync for studio use. Inputs
include balanced or single ended analog inputs, Toslink, Coaxial, Balanced and
MSB network digital inputs. Voltage
switchable.
The Signature DAC IV is availible from stock in two colors:
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Matte White Color
Satin Black Color
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Pick Power Supply |
Each DAC must be attached to a Platinum Power Supply. Each power supply comes with an output, able to operate a DAC or ADC AND an optional output to operate an MSB transport. First we must select the Power Supply Chassis, a Standard, Signature or Diamond. See Power Base Comparisons.
The Signature Power Supply includes upgraded transformers, addtional magnetic and electrostatic sheilding and an upgraded Power Link Cable.
The Diamond Power Supply includes upgraded capacitors, silicon carbide diodes, addtional magnetic and electrostatic sheilding. It also provides twice the power output and an exceptional Power Link Cable.
None - I already have one. Subract $2995
Signature Platinum Power Base with Signature Power Cable (included)
Diamond Platinum Power Base with Diamond Power Cable(Add $1000.)
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Additional Power Supplies |
The Digital output option is highly reccomended as it will operate any of the new family of MSB transports, including CD and universal transports, and various computer server products. This is a factory option only. It can not be installed by a dealer or customer.
Digital Power Supply
None - I never plan to use an MSB Transport or Digital Processor. (Subract $499)
Adds Digital Output for Transport with Digital Power Cable (Included)
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Front Control Option |
The Power Base is controlled with a toggle switch on the rear panel for via a 12 V trigger connection also on the rear. This upgrade provides a front panel switch as well as remote receiver so the power supply can be turned on and off with the MSB remote.
Power Base Front Panel Control
None - I am happy with rear control.
Adds front and remote control to Power Base ($485)
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Pick Volume Control |
Our Preamp philosophy is based on the belief that from the
moment analog audio is created, every transition that is made degrades the
quality. This is why we have used a passive attenuator within the Platinum
DAC IV, to achieve the simplest, shortest possible signal path with
the least possible degradation of the true music. The Signature Volume Module is
controlled in 1 dB steps from +9 to -69 dB. The Volume Control is
completely bypassed when at 0 dB.
The volume control can be applied to the analog inputs or the inputs can bypass the volume control. Trim and balance can be selected in the DAC menus to match the DAC output to an external analog input.
None
Include Signature Stepped Attenuator (Add $2295)
Include Diamond Stepped Attenuator (Add $2995)
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Pick USB |
We have gone to great trouble to completely isolate the USB input for the expected computer noise and jitter. The USB receiver is actually powered from the USB computer power and the data buffered and optically coupled to our board for complete ground isolation and jitter rejection. Listening tests placed this input on an equal footing with other SP/DIF inputs, as a truly high performance audio source. The USB input is currently limited to 48k or 96K (depending on operating system) but does not require any special drivers, installation or preparation on the computer. Plug it in and go.
Up to Two USB inputs can be added.
None
Add USB Input (Add $495)
Add 2 USB Inputs (Add $895)
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Pick extra Input |
There are two possible upgrades to add an additional analog input. One adds another balanced input, the other a single-ended input.
The single-ended input upgrade converts the Alternate Analog Output into an additional single-ended analog input. Just as the balanced analog input, it can bypass or use the volume control and is fully selectable.
A second balanced input can be added by using the two AUX inputs for two more XLR inputs. Just as the first balanced analog input, it can bypass or use the volume control and is fully selectable. This upgrade uses up the AUX inputs so no other digital inputs can be added.
None
Include RCA Analog Input (Add $995)
Include XLR Balanced Analog Input (Add $995)
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Pick iLink II |
This upgrade provides an iPod input in the cover. This second generation MSB iLink will work with all unmodified iPods since the Generation 5 iPod Video used by the iLink.
It provides a high-quality digital link to the iPod and occupies one of the optional digital inputs. This is a field installable upgrade that only requires replacing the cover. iPod not included.
None
Include iLink II (Add $1995)
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