CDSD vs Accuphase DP-78
The DP-78's output voltage is 2.5V RMS against the CDSD's 2.0V RMS. Both share max sample rate (192 kHz), output impedance (50Ω), and dsd support (DSD128).
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About the CDSD
The EMM Labs CDSD is a high-end CD/SACD transport and converter that represents the company's commitment to digital audio excellence. Designed by Ed Meitner, the CDSD employs EMM Labs' proprietary Meitner Digital Audio Translator (MDAT) technology to upsample audio signals to DSD format. The unit features discrete dual differential DAC circuitry and aerospace-grade composite laminate circuit boards with microscopically smooth copper traces to minimize signal degradation. The CDSD is used extensively in professional SACD mastering studios and has been the choice of major recording labels and musicians. It can output both optical and BNC connections for DSD or PCM audio formats, with flexible internal or external clock synchronization capabilities. The device exemplifies EMM Labs' philosophy that superior digital audio reproduction depends on advanced algorithms and signal processing rather than mechanical complexity.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD128
- MQA Support
- No
- DAC Chip
- Proprietary Dual Differential DAC Circuit
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 50Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 7.2V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB
- Digital Outputs
- Optical, BNC
- Analog Outputs
- XLR, RCA
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