DAC2

About the DAC2

The Weiss DAC2 is a high-performance digital-to-analog converter designed for professional and audiophile use. It supports sampling frequencies of 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz with a maximum input word length of 24 bits. The DAC2 features multiple digital inputs: XLR (AES/EBU), RCA (S/PDIF), Toslink optical, and two Firewire 400 connectors allowing daisy-chaining. It outputs analog audio via balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA connectors, with low output impedance and excellent distortion figures thanks to THAT line driver chips. The unit includes digital outputs on XLR and RCA for format conversion or signal insertion. The DAC2 employs advanced jitter suppression using a dual PLL scheme in the Firewire interface chip, making it virtually immune to jitter across a wide bandwidth. It also supports bit transparency checking via special test patterns. The front panel has controls for power, input selection (Firewire, AES/EBU, S/PDIF), digital volume control with fine and coarse adjustments, and an insert mode to include external digital devices in the signal chain. The chassis measures 30 cm deep, 18.8 cm wide, and 6.6 cm high (1.5 rack units). Power supply is a non-switching type with local regulators for sensitive voltages, and the unit can be powered on via Firewire link. The DAC2 is known for its Swiss engineering quality and versatility as a multipurpose converter for digital audio sources.