DAC1 PRE vs Hegel HD12
The HD12's max sample rate is 192 kHz against the DAC1 PRE's 195 kHz and its output voltage 2.5V RMS against 2.8V RMS. Both share thd (0.001%).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$650
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About the DAC1 PRE
The Benchmark DAC1 PRE is a versatile audio device that combines a digital-to-analog converter, preamplifier, and headphone amplifier. It features six stereo inputs, including an analog input, a USB computer input, an optical input, and three coaxial digital inputs. The output section includes stereo XLR balanced, RCA unbalanced, and two headphone jacks driven by Benchmark's HPA2 0-ohm headphone amplifier. It supports sample rates up to 195kHz via S/PDIF and AES/EBU, and up to 96kHz via USB. The device is known for its UltraLock clocking system, which reduces jitter, and its high-quality analog circuitry.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Max Sample Rate
- 195 kHz
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.001%
- Output Voltage
- 2.8V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 23.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- S/PDIF (RCA), S/PDIF (TosLink), USB
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, balanced XLR, ¼" stereo phone jacks
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions