Classe audio dac 1 brochure

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7: FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS: DAC-l

The digital data stream is decoded
by Ultra Analog 20-bit dual DACs
per channel. This allows the DAC <1
to operate in true balanced confi-
guration. and the output signalfiom
tlte converters is fed into a
gentle filter to remove any unwanted
artifacts outside the audible
fl'equency range. Ourfilter uses only
the highest quality cotttponents.
including extremely tight tolerance
polypropylene capacitors anti IV:
ntetal film resistors. and its gentle
slope prevents any phase
shift. Like our ampli-
fiers. the analog
stages use different
transistor types
such as J-FETS
and MOS/51:73. to
benefit from eaclt
one's sonic and
electrical advantages.
Music retains its original
harmonic structure. while
possessing an e.\'traordinar_\'
transparency and realism.

The DAC-l comes standard with
HDCD decoding capability.
Standard inputs include coaxial.
AES/EBU. AT&T. and Toslink. while
both regular and balanced outputs
are also provided. In addition,
absolute phase is selectable. and a
digital display shows all user
settings. Build quality reflects the
Classe look. feel and individuality.
from its advanced technology to its
simple. elegant appearance.

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No other D-to-A converter is built like it.

No other l)-to-;| converter sounds like it.

Classe' Audio lttc.. 9414 Cote de Liesse Road. Montreal, Quebec. Canada H8T IA] Tel; (514) 636-6384 Fax: (5/4) (236 I428