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DAC 3.5mkII

Name: Bel Canto Design DAC 3.5mkII
Brand: Bel Canto Design

Bel Canto Design

DAC Series

DigitalDACsPre-AmplifiersDiscontinued

Estimated price (community-sourced)

$1,500

About the DAC 3.5mkII

The Bel Canto Design DAC 3.5mkII is a sophisticated digital-to-analog converter that also functions as a preamplifier. It supports a wide range of digital inputs, including AES/EBU on XLR, S/PDIF on BNC and RCA, ST fiber, and TosLink, with resolutions up to 24-bit/192kHz. It features analog outputs via both RCA and XLR, with a balanced output of 5.5V and unbalanced output of 2.5V. Additionally, it includes a single analog input that can digitize signals at 24-bit/192kHz using an AKM 5386 A/D converter, allowing it to connect to legacy analog sources. The DAC3.5mkII incorporates Bel Canto’s Master Reference Ultra-Clock circuitry to minimize jitter and uses high-quality components like Caddock resistors. It is designed to be used directly with a power amplifier, thanks to its built-in digital volume control.

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