"DVA Preamplifier" vs Bel Canto Design DAC 2.8
The DAC 2.8's output voltage is 4.5V RMS against the "DVA Preamplifier"'s 11.2V RMS and its output impedance 200Ω against 2000Ω. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,199
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About the "DVA Preamplifier"
Audio by Van Alstine’s DVA Digital Preamplifier is a DAC with a variable output level, designed to serve as a digital preamp or as a standalone DAC. It uses an AKM DAC chipset, discrete class-A output stages, and a touchscreen plus remote for control. The unit is positioned as a pure digital preamp with no streaming, no phono stage, and no analog inputs.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- AKM
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 11.2V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 2000Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 11.2V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB, Coaxial, Optical
- Analog Outputs
- XLR, RCA
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions