Transporter

About the Transporter

The Slim Devices Transporter is a premium network music player and digital-to-analog converter designed for audiophiles seeking superior sound quality. It features a 325 MHz eight-way multi-threaded RISC processor, 64 MB high-speed RAM, and 16 MB program flash memory. The Transporter supports WiFi (802.11g) and Ethernet connectivity, with bridging capability and dual external antennas for improved wireless range. It uses an AKM AK4396 multi-bit delta-sigma DAC with 24-bit/192kHz capability and dedicated super voltage regulators designed by Walt Jung, ensuring a virtually flat noise floor and low distortion. The device offers multiple digital inputs (TosLink, coaxial, BNC S/PDIF, AES/EBU, and word-clock) and outputs, as well as balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA analog outputs with volume control. It supports linear PCM audio formats at 16 or 24 bits per sample and sample rates of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, and 96kHz. The Transporter includes a large, configurable dual display and a tactile control knob (TransNav) for easy navigation. It runs on firmware upgradeable via flash and supports various operating systems including Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux. The chassis is made of aircraft-grade anodized aluminum, available in black or clear finish, with dimensions 17" W x 3" H x 12.25" D and a shipping weight of 11 lbs. It was