ESI Dr. DAC prime - USB Digital to Analog Converter and Audio Interface
ESI Dr. DAC prime - USB Digital to Analog Converter and Audio Interface
B&H # ESDRDP MFR # DR.DAC PRIME
Product Highlights
- 2 Channel 192kHz DAC
- USB for Plug n' Play Computer Connection
- Coaxial and Optical S/PDIF I/O
- Analog Input
- Sample Rate Conversion
- Headphone Amplifier
- Mac OS X
- Windows XP/Vista/7
ESI DR.DAC PRIME overview
- 1Description
The Dr. DAC prime from ESI/Ego-Sys is a two-channel, USB digital to analog converter (DAC) and audio interface that allows you to listen to digital music with pristine audio quality, on the road or in the home. The unit features 3 modes of audio input and output - analog, digital S/PDIF and USB.
The converter supports up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution while the USB interface functions at a full 24-bit/96kHz rate for bit-perfect audio transfer. The S/PDIF inputs will accept both coaxial and optical S/PDIF (optical via included mini-plug to TOSLink adapters), and the incoming signal can be optionally up-sampled to 192kHz.
The analog output signal is generated by a DAC with 123dB dynamic range, featuring a full differential output, and the line output volume can be varied or fixed to send out the maximum dynamic range. The built-in headphone amplifier provides 1/8" and 1/4" connectors.
The Dr. DAC prime also provides line, as well as optical and coaxial S/PDIF inputs, allowing you to record your own signals with excellent audio quality. The analog to digital converter delivers a dynamic range of 110dB. The USB device functions plug and play under Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7, as well as Mac OS X, without the need to install any specialized driver software.
- Two channel digital to analog converter and USB audio interface
- 24-bit/192kHz S/PDIF input receiver module with combo coaxial and optical connectors
- 24-bit/96kHz bit-perfect S/PDIF output with combo coaxial and optical transmitter module
- High-end sample rate converter supporting 32kHz to 192kHz input
- 24-bit/192kHz up-sampled S/PDIF output (optical and coaxial)
- Includes two miniplug-to-TOSLink optical adapters
- 2 channel analog line input and output on RCA phono connectors
- Stereo headphone amplifier with 1/4" and 1/8" headphone jacks
- Volume control knob
- Line output switch for fixed or variable output volume
- 3 position toggle switch with LEDs for source selection
- Line output mute on/off switch (does not affect the headphone output)
- S/PDIF and USB input bypass switch
- Multi-colored, multi function LED display
- Power on/standby switch
- Wide range power input (9VDC to 12VDC) with 12VDC/1.5A power adapter included
- 1Description
ESI DR.DAC PRIME specs
| Inputs |
2 x RCA phono Line 1 x RCA coaxial/optical combo S/PDIF |
| Outputs |
2 x RCA phono Line 1 x RCA coaxial/optical combo S/PDIF |
| Other Connectors | USB |
| Power Requirements | 9VDC to 12VDC with 12VDC/1.5A power adapter included |
| Packaging Info | |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 2.6 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 12.0 x 8.0 x 3.5" |
