Echo's End R2R vs Linear Tube Audio Aero
The Aero's output voltage is 2.2V RMS against the Echo's End R2R's 1.4V RMS and its weight 6.8 kg (15 lbs) against 9 kg (20 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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DigitalDACs
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$5,342
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About the Echo's End R2R
The LessLoss Echo's End Reference R2R DAC is a premium audio component that offers superior sound reproduction. It features a solid Panzerholz enclosure, a grounded custom-made carbon fiber transformer shroud, and a cryogenically treated, solid copper, gold-plated power inlet. The DAC supports USB, S/PDIF, and AES/EBU digital inputs and provides both unbalanced RCA and balanced XLR analogue outputs. It can handle PCM audio up to 24/192 kHz and DSD 1x and 2x via USB. The device includes dual power supplies and dual Soekris R2R boards, reprogrammed for dual mono configuration to enhance stereo separation and spatial presentation. Additionally, it incorporates advanced Firewall technology for improved signal conditioning.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD128
- MQA Support
- No
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 1.4V RMS
- Max Output Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Digital Inputs
- USB, S/PDIF, AES/EBU
- Analog Outputs
- Unbalanced RCA, Balanced XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 375 × 55 × 230 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 9 kg (20 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions