Pacific vs Horizon
The Horizon's output voltage is 3.5V RMS against the Pacific's 3.0V RMS and its output impedance 600Ω against 0Ω. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
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The LampizatOr Pacific is a high-end digital-to-analog converter that represents the company's commitment to tube-based audio conversion. It features a unique single-ended triode output stage with directly heated triode (DHT) tubes, active dynamic tube anode loading, and zero feedback design. The Pacific supports multiple digital input formats and offers flexible output configurations. It is housed in a polished brass chassis and is available in various finish options including gold-plated, black anodized, and custom colors. The DAC is known for its impressive dynamic potential, speed, and organic sound character while maintaining high resolution and clarity. It can be configured with or without volume control and in single-ended or fully balanced output modes.
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The Horizon's output voltage is 3.5V RMS against the Pacific's 3.0V RMS and its output impedance 600Ω against 0Ω. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
The 560's bit depth is 24-bit against the Pacific's 32-bit, its max sample rate 384 kHz against 768 kHz, its output impedance 10Ω against 0Ω, and its output voltage 4.0V RMS against 3.0V RMS.
The SD 3100 HV's output impedance is 20Ω against the Pacific's 0Ω and its output voltage 2.5V RMS against 3.0V RMS. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (768 kHz).
The Formula xHD Rev. 2's bit depth is 24-bit against the Pacific's 32-bit, its output impedance 10Ω against 0Ω, and its output voltage 3.8V RMS against 3.0V RMS. Both share max sample rate (768 kHz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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