The Mini DAC FireWire from Apogee, is a two-channel professional quality 192kHz digital to analog converter. It is a portable and compact solution for studio playback, reference monitoring, FireWire connectivity to a DAW, or for use within a high-end home audio system.
The Mini DAC can function as a high level complement to any quality analog-to-digital converter, for the ultimate in pristine throughput. It accepts two channels of AES/EBU, coaxial and TOSLink S/PDIF, and outputs a high quality analog output over two XLR balanced connectors.
A volume control provides a compact solution for varying monitor levels, particularly for mixer-less situations, and for use with powered speakers. By connecting the appropriate outputs of a CD player to the Mini DAC, the home stereo enthusiast can achieve high levels of music reproduction. A high quality headphone output is also available.
Using the FireWire interface, the Mini DAC can provide a "digital through" function, whereby digital signals from other sources can be routed directly to a computer. Essentially, this feature provides FireWire connectivity for any analog-to-digital converters that do not have this interface themselves.