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About the ADC1 USB
The Benchmark Media Systems ADC1 USB is a reference-quality, half-rack A/D converter designed for professional studio, mastering, and high-end home use. It converts analog signals to digital with exceptional transparency, using AKM AK5394 24-bit delta-sigma A/D chip, OP27/AD797/LME49860 op-amps, and Benchmark's UltraLock clocking for jitter rejection. Outputs include AES/EBU (XLR), AES/EBU or ADAT (BNC), TosLink, USB (up to 96kHz), and Word Clock. It supports simultaneous operation at multiple sample rates, ideal for backup recordings or live sessions. Gain staging offers fixed 0/10/20dB or variable -5 to +19dB adjustment. Housed in a compact chassis with internal toroidal PSU, available in black or silver finishes with rack ears option. Highly praised for superior measurements and sound quality over competitors.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- AKM AK5394
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- XLR
- Digital Outputs
- AES/EBU, ADAT, TosLink, USB Type-B, Word Clock I/O
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 249 × 44.5 × 237 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 1.6 kg (4 lbs)
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