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Reference CD III Transport

The same transport used with the CD III but in a separate box. Exceptional quality playback on CDs and CDRs. Includes the blue cover, easy-to-read blue display, remote and ultra-stable clock. Availible in silver as well. (Ships one per carton, 24" x 20" x 12", 28 lbs)

$4995

USB Power DAC

Ultra performance in a simple package, the GOLD 4 is a Platinum in design and performance, without the many features, but with battery operation and a USB input. It contains single ended Platinum DACs, MSB DSP Digital Filter and integrated battery power supplies. (Optional remote controlled volume control also available) 17"x 14"x 1.75" 20 lbs. 120V or 240V charger. (Ships one per carton, 22" x 18" x 6", 24 lbs)

$4295
($4994 with volume control)

iLink Music System

A new way to listen to music. It's an iPod for audiophiles. Get iPod convenience with CD quality. Includes the iLink docking station, RF remote link and an 80 GB iPod. (6" x 6" x 7", 7 lbs each) 120V or 240V.

iLink Upsampling Upgrade

Upsampling upgrade for the iLink. Instead of outputing 44.1 kHz, output is upsampled to 176.4kHz with an amazing upsampling technology. User installable.

$2375 with iPod included
add $199 with upsampling)

USB Upgrade to older Power DACs

Add USB input to older Power DACs. Must be returned to MSB.

$385 upgrade

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Upgrades to Older MSB DACs

Signature DAC Upgrade Kit

This upgrade provides hand matched DAC modules for superior sound quality. These DACs can run at twice the speed (384 kHz sampling rate) with half the settling time. The noise level is cut to 1/3 the normal value and the signal-to-noise ratio is up to 140 db. They are user installable and come as a matched set of four, replacing the existing DACs. These DACs will work in all versions of the Platinum DAC or CD player. Trade-in required.

$6995

DAC III Diamond DAC Upgrade Kit

This upgrade provides our best DAC modules for the highest sound quality. These limited edition DACs are without question the finest DACs in the world. They are user installable and come as a matched set of four, replacing the existing DACs. Also included is a new Diamond Digital Filter and a power supply upgrade. These DACs will work in all versions of the Platinum DAC III or CD III player only. Price includes trade-in of standard second generation DACs and 16x digital filter.

$13995

DAC III Signature 384 kHz Upsampling Upgrade Kit

The 384 kHz upsampling upgrade replaces the input board and adds some amazing features to the Platinum DAC models I to III. All inputs can be upsampled using the front panel button. This upsampler sends the MSB digital filter a 32 bit signal at up to 384 kHz. Upsampled frequency is shown on the display. The SP/DIF inputs are also upgraded to accept up to 384 kHz signals. An optional USB input is also availible with this upgrade. It is installable in any Platinum DAC up to level III. DETAILS

DAC III Intersample Harshness Correction Upgrade

Firmware Upgrade for any Upsampler made before November 2009. A 'must have' upgrade that makes a huge difference. Included in all upsamplers sold after December 2009.

$1395
($1995 with USB)

$199
firmware upgrade for older boards

DAC III Signature 32x Digital Filter Upgrade Kit

The signature 32X digital filter is twice what the 16X filter is. Twice the processor and twice the memory results in more than twice the performance. The 16x filter supplied in the stock DAC III is a huge improvement over comodity digital filters like the Burr-Brown DF1704, but is now bested by the new Signature filter. Hours of careful design and hours of listening have resulted in another leap in performace and we are now proud to offer this user installable upgrade for any Platinum DAC.

$3495

2nd Generation DAC Upgrade Kit

This upgrade provides the newer 2nd Generation DAC modules for superior sound quality. They both measure and clearly sound better than the first generation Platinum DAC Modules. They are standard in all DAC III products. They are user installable and come as a matched set of four, replacing the existing DACs. These DACs will work in all versions of the Platinum DAC or CD player. Trade-in required.

$1595

DAC III MSB 16X Digital Filter Upgrade Kit

This upgrade for older DACs provides the newer 16X digital filter and clock upgrade modules for superior sound quality. They both measure and clearly sound better than the Burr Brown digital filter used in all previous generations of Platinum DACs. They are standard in all DAC III products. They are user installable but in order to work reliably, either the mother board or DAC modules must be upgraded. If you buy this upgrade for any older DAC, remove and return the DAC modules for this free upgrade, or consider a 2nd Generation or Signature DAC upgrade at the same time. This upgrade will work in all versions of the Platinum DAC or CD player.

$1395

DAC III 192K Input Upgrade Kit

This 192K input module is now shipped with the DAC III and CD III. It replaces the older input and upsampler board. This new board now accepts 24 bit 192k SP/DIFF signals from all digital inputs. Can be used with all Platinum Models.

$699

LINK III upgrades

192k Upsampling kit - This Platinum grade upsampler has been adapted for LINK use.
USB Input - Adds a high quality USB input to the Link DAC III. Automatically switched. Must be installed by MSB or a qualified dealer.
Virtual 3D Board - Upgrade board kit for all DACs and A-to-D products. Enhanced surround sound image with only two speakers! Manually switched.
MSB Network Option - Adds AES/EBU input and 192 kHz Input option to the Upsampling Upgrade. Includes XLR connector. Provides 192 kHz decoding with front panel indicator. User installable. (Price includes upsampling upgrade)
HDCD Upgrades - Upgrade board kit for the LINK DAC III. Provides automatic HDCD decoding with front panel indicator. User installable.

$899

$385

$199

$285

$199

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Nelson Link III

This long-time favorate is an extensively upgraded LINK III with replacement of the analog output stage, power supply improvement, upsampling and MSB Network option included. This is a great mid level DAC and now is availible with a USB input. Supplies are limited. Rack mount kit included. 17”x 14”x 1.75” 20 lbs. 120V or 240V.

$995

($1380 with USB Input)

Multiple Volume Control

High quality eight channel volume control with separate trims. A great preamp or home theater product. An exceptional value. This preamp competes with preamps 5 times its price. Remote included. External power supply. Rack mount kit included. 17”x 14”x 1.75” 18 lbs. 120V or 230/240V.

$799

Professional A-D Converter

Converts regular audio into 24bit / 96kHz digital. Includes phono, line and professional balanced inputs. Outputs digital audio with 24 bit resolution at 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz in coaxial, optical and professional AES/EBU formats. External power supply. Rack mount kit included. 17” x 14” x 1.75” 18 lbs. 120V or 240V.

$799

Professional Digital Director

Smart switching of multiple digital inputs. Provides up to 16 SP/DIF inputs of up to 192K, 24 bit. Switching is automatic or manual. Uses IR or RS-232 control as well. External power supply. Rack mount kit included. 17” x 14” x 1.75” 18 lbs. 120V or 240V.

$3995

Professional Digital Processor

The Digital Processor PRO offers great flexibility in providing complete control of levels and delays. All controls are done in the digital domain with minimal degradation in signal. It provides 8 SP/DIF inputs and 8 outputs of either RCA or BNC type. External power supply. Rack mount kit included. 17” x 14” x 1.75” 18 lbs. 120V or 240V.

$3995

Audio Director

Converts regular audio into 24bit / 96kHz digital. Includes phono, line and professional balanced inputs. Outputs digital audio with 24 bit resolution at 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz in coaxial, optical and professional AES/EBU formats. External power supply. Rack mount kit included. 17” x 14” x 1.75” 18 lbs. 120V or 240V.

$595

P1000 Power Base

Heavy duty power supply for any MSB product listed above. A popular upgrade for the Link DAC. A massive toroidal transformer and fast full wave bridges are used. Detachable power cord. Rack mount kit included. 17” x 14” x 1.75” 21 lbs. 120V or 240V voltage switchable.

$399

Gold MVC Volume Control

This two box set includes an internal 8 channel preamp with an extra 8 channel analog input. The second box is a separate dedicated power supply. This multi-channel system is ideal for home theater, multichannel music, bi-amping or tri-amping applications. The no comprimise audio quality of this volume control is second to none. Includes remote. 120V or 240V voltage switchable.

$3995

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MSB XPORT Upgrade

This upgrade kit allows any source material to be output in its highest resolution on the MSB network. Replaces all audio functions of the transport including clocks. Transforms even a low cost player into a high-end transport. All MSB DACs will accept this output. Installs in any digital transport like CD players, DVD players, Blue Ray and DVD AUDIO and SACD players. Works great on Universal Players.

$995

OPPO Universal Blu-ray XPORT Transport

This amazing transport includes custom digital processing and outputs each format in the highest resolution, including Blu-ray, SACD and DVD-Audio, as a proprietary stream on the MSB Network to any MSB DAC. You will be shocked with the performance of the unit, and if the Oppo dies, as DVD players do, the upgrade can be moved to a new one. We do both the US model and the international model. A zone free upgrade is also available.

$1500

Denon Universal Multichannel XPORT Transport

This amazing transport includes custom digital processing and outputs each format in the highest resolution, including SACD and DVD-Audio, as a proprietary stream on the MSB Network to any MSB DAC. You will be shocked with the performance of the unit, and if the Denon dies, as DVD players do, pick up another one on Ebay and move the upgrade over yourself. Complete instructions are on YouTube. It doesn't get any easier than this. The upgrade alone is $1995, so if you have a Denon 2930 or can pick one up for less than $800, send it in and just buy the upgrade. We do both the US model and the international model.

$2800

Other MSB Upgrades

For over twenty years MSB has been upgrading products. Most of these upgrades meet a special need of the moment and then are left behind by new products. If you have a vintage product you wish to keep in play, but are missing a key feature, we probibly have an upgrade in our archives for you. DTS, Dolby Digital upgrades, laser disc player upgrades all had thier day. A few are still requested pretty often.
6 Channel 192k output for DVD-A playersThis upgrade allows any source material to be upsampled to 192 kHz and output on the MSB network except SACD. Installs in any DVD Audio or Universal player.
SDI Output UpgradeThis upgrade allows a digital video SDI output to be added to many DVD players.
5.1 or 7.1 Automatic Input UpgradeThis upgrade allows a 6 or 8 channel DB-25 input to be added to most Prologic processors and receivers. Senses input and switches automatically. Allows DVD players with internal Dolby Digital decoders and all processors to be attached to input.
Digital Output UpgradeAdd a high quality digital output to most digital products: CD, Sattellite, network, DVD and DSS, etc. Choose coaxial, Toslink optical, or AES/EBU balanced format.

$595 192k Output

$385 SDI Output

$385 7.1 Input

$385 Digital Out

MSB Interconnects

MSB makes a range of very high value cables.
MSB Network CableCAT5 to CAT5 cables for Platinum applications and CAT5 to XLR for LINK DAC applications. Sold in standard 1 M length or custom made to any length.
7.1 CableConnects a DB-25 connector to 6 or 8 RCA connectors. Used for 5.1 or 7.1 inputs on MSB products as well as other receivers and processors. 1 M or 2 M long with color coded connectors.
Digital CableA very high quality 75 ohm cable suitable for digital audio or video. Sold in standard 1 M length.
Optical CableA very high quality Toslink optical cable with very nice end terminations.
Audio CableA nice cost effective cable with a good feel and nice connectors. Sold in standard 1 M length or custom made to any length.

    

MSB Network 1M $95
$95 plus $5 per foot

7.1 Cable 1 M $95
2 M $130

Digital 1 M $35

Optical 2M $55
15M $175

Audio 1 M $45

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