Bel Canto Design – Black EX DAC / Control Preamplifier
$22,900.00
The Black EX DAC/Control Preamplifier is designed in a custom plated high-grade aluminum chassis that contains the highest-level DAC performance and source compatibility, including MQA, Roon, DSD, and an internal programmable phono stage. The EX DAC controls input selection, volume control, and manages all source formats with the highest quality detail and musicality from any source ensuring years of musical enjoyment.
The EX DAC/Control Preamplifier is built around our High Dynamic Resolution HDR-II core and high-speed Asynchronous Multi-Input Processor (AMiP) platform that defines the most versatile DAC preamplifier. Stream music through Ethernet or USB, a full suite of digital inputs, line level inputs, sub output and software controlled internal MM/MC analog phono stage.
The EX DAC is designed to manage the complexity of all audio source and control functions with ease and efficiency. The 32-bit volume and multi-processor system functions are controlled by manually pressing and rotating the control dial on the front of the unit, or by using the IR custom remote control, or with your iPhone/iPad and the custom iOS app. The fully programmable display is easy to read and illuminates system status indicating source and volume.
Manufacturer’s website BEL CANTO
Description
Specifications:
Maximum Data Input Rates: |
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| 24bit Data to 192ks/s: | AES, SPDIF, TOSLINK |
| 24bit Data to 192ks/s, MQA, and DSD64: | 10/100 Ethernet |
| 24bits to 384ks/s, MQA, and DSD64/128 (DoP): | USB2 Audio |
Low Level Outputs: |
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| Line Level Analog: | 4.5Vrms with Bass Management |
| Headphone: | 4.5Vrms maximum, 32ohm minimum load |
MM/MC Input: |
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| Input Sensitivity: | MM: 2.5mV to 5mV; MC: 0.25mV to 0.5mV |
| Input Load: | MM: 47K ohms; MC: 50, 100, 500, 1000 |
| RIAA Accuracy: | +/- 0.25dB, 50Hz-15kHz |
| THD+N: | <0.01% 1kHz A-Weighted |
| SNR: | >70dB A-Weighted |
Line Inputs: |
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| Maximum Input: | 2.2 Vrms RCA |
| Input Impedance: | 10k ohms RCA |
| THD+N: | 0.003%, 1kHz |
| Dynamic Range: | 110dB, A-weighted 20Hz-20kHz |
Main Outputs: |
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| Balanced XLR Output and Impedance: | 5.5Vrms, 100 ohms |
| RCA Output and Impedance: | 2.75Vrms, 100 ohms |
Performance: |
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| Dynamic Range: | 127dB A-weighted |
| THD+N: | <0.001% 1W, 1kHz, 4 ohms |
| IMD (CCIF): | <0.001%, 1W, 18.5:19.5kHz 1:1, 4 ohms |
General: |
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| Power Usage On: | 20W |
| Power Usage Off: | 0W |
| Internally Set Operating Voltages: | 100-120VAC, 220-240VAC 50/60 Hz |
| Dimensions: | 17.75 W x 15.5 D x 3.5 H inches, 451 x 394 x 89mm |
| Weight: | 25lbs. (12 kg) |
Review
“The Absolute Sound” magazine review Bel Canto Black EX DAC/Control Preamplifier and Black EX Amplifier








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