Aero vs BorderPatrol ZOLA
The ZOLA's weight is 6.803 kg (15 lbs) against the Aero's 6.8 kg (15 lbs) and its height 114.3 mm against 76.2 mm. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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DigitalDACs
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$3,950
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About the Aero
The Aero is a non-oversampling R-2R ladder DAC based on the Analog Devices AD1865 chip, with no digital filters, feedback, or oversampling, voiced for an organic, analog-like presentation. It offers three digital inputs (USB, RCA coaxial S/PDIF, Toslink/optical) and two analog outputs (single-ended RCA, balanced XLR) with output impedances of 70 Ω (RCA) and 140 Ω (XLR). The output stage uses Linear Tube Audio's Class-A ZOTL vacuum tube topology with 12SN7/6SN7 tubes, providing a spacious 3D soundstage, strong dynamics, and low noise, while remaining free of coupling capacitors in the signal path. The Aero supports PCM up to 24-bit/192 kHz on all inputs, does not decode DSD or MQA, and is designed as a high-end audiophile DAC intended to deliver a smooth, natural, and highly resolving sound.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 192 kHz
- DAC Chip
- Analog Devices AD1865 R2R
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.540%
- Output Voltage
- 2.2V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 70Ω
- Max Output Voltage
- 4.4V RMS
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Digital Inputs
- USB, RCA Coax, Toslink
- Analog Outputs
- RCA, XLR
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 431.8 × 76.2 × 254 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 6.8 kg (15 lbs)
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions