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Apogee Electronics Groove - 24-Bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier For Mac and PC

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Apogee Electronics Groove - 24-Bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier For Mac and PC
Key Features
  • ESS Sabre 32-Bit Hyperstream DAC
  • 4x Quad Sum DAC Converters per Channel
  • Constant Current Drive
  • Time Domain Jitter eliminator
Designed for the discerning audiophile, mixing, and mastering engineer alike, the Apogee Groove is a 24-bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for both Mac and PC computer systems. The DAC is powered by your computer's USB bus and can be used with either headphones or powered monitors using a Y cable from the unit's 1/8" stereo output.
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Apogee Electronics Groove Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Quad Sum DAC
  • 3Constant Current Drive
  • 4Recommended Headphones

Designed for the discerning audiophile, mixing, and mastering engineer alike, the Apogee Groove is a 24-bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for both Mac and PC computer systems. The DAC is powered by your computer's USB bus and can be used with either headphones or powered monitors using a Y cable from the unit's 1/8" stereo output.

Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and built in the USA from premium aluminum, the device leverages an 8-converter ESS Sabre 32-Bit DAC chip in a novel Quad Sum arrangement. Both the left and right channels of the stereo feed utilize four digital to analog converters which are summed together to lower distortion and improve dynamic range. The device also implements a Constant Current Drive design which provides ample power at any impedance and ensures a smooth and balanced frequency response.

Simply connect the unit to your Mac or PC computer via the included USB micro B cable to enhance the listening experience of your favorite DAW or music program such as iTunes, Spotify, Tidal, Pandora, and more. LED illuminated volume up and volume down/mute buttons provide hands on control of your listening experience. An integrated leash loop allows you to attach a leash to the unit to help keep it safe. It also comes with a convenient carrying pouch.

Quad Sum DAC
Utilizes four digital to analog converters per channel for reduced distortion and improved dynamic range
Constant Current Drive
Ensures ample power and a smooth frequency response to headphones of different impedance
Recommended Headphones
Sennheiser HD 800
Sennheiser HD 650
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
Sennheiser Momentum
UPC: 805676301419

Apogee Electronics Groove Specs

Form FactorPortable
Number of Headphone ChannelsSingle Channel
Headphone Output Power225 mW into 30 Ohms
40 mW into 600 Ohms
Digital ChipsetDAC:
8 x ESS
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Output
USB1 x Micro-USB
Performance
Frequency ResponseD/A Converters:
10 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB
Dynamic RangeD/A Converters:
117 dB (A-Weighted)
THD+ND/A Converters:
-107 dB (at +16 dBu, 600-Ohm Load)
-100 dB (at +10 dBu, 30-Ohm Load)
Digital Audio
Sample RatesUp to 192 kHz
Bit DepthsUp to 24-Bit
Compatibility
OS CompatibilityWindows 7
Windows 8
Windows 8.1 (32/64-Bit)
macOS 10.8 or Later
*As of November, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Supported Drivers/API & Plug-InsmacOS Class-Compliant (No Driver Needed)
Processor RequirementMac:
1.5 GHz Intel
PC:
1.6 GHz Intel Core 2
AMD
RAM Requirements2 GB, 4 GB Recommended
Required HardwareAvailable USB Port
Power
DC Input Power5 VDC at 500mA (USB Bus Power)
Physical
Dimensions3.74 x 1.18 x 0.63" / 95 x 30 x 16 mm
Weight0.1 lb / 45.4 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)5.4 x 3.1 x 2.3"

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