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The PS Audio NuWave Phono Converter is a sophisticated device that integrates a high-quality analog phono preamplifier with a state-of-the-art analog-to-digital converter (ADC). It supports inputs from moving coil and moving magnet cartridges with a gain range from 0.2mV to 220mV, accommodating a wide variety of cartridges with very low noise and hum. The analog section features a differential low-noise input stage, passive RIAA equalization, and a discrete Class A FET output stage. The digital section can convert analog signals to PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz and DSD at 2.8MHz or 5.6MHz (DSD 64, DSD 128). Outputs include balanced XLR and RCA analog outputs, as well as digital outputs via coaxial S/PDIF, asynchronous USB, and I2S over HDMI, designed for high-resolution jitter-free connections to compatible DACs. The unit also features a large power supply and separates analog and digital paths internally to preserve signal integrity. It has an OLED display with intuitive controls for mode selection and settings. Dimensions are 14" x 8.3" x 2.4" and it weighs 14 lbs. This device can function purely as a phono preamp or as a converter for digitizing analog sources like records and tapes.
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
Analog signal output specifications
Phono stage specifications
Input and output connections
Size, weight, and appearance
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The Phono Box DS2 USB's signal-to-noise is 94 dB against the NuWave Phono Converter's 87 dB and its thd 0.020% against 0.030%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The P-3000R's bit depth is 32-bit against the NuWave Phono Converter's 24-bit, its signal-to-noise 80 dB against 87 dB, and its thd 0.005% against 0.030%. Both share max sample rate (192 kHz).
The New Classic 200's signal-to-noise is 75 dB against the NuWave Phono Converter's 87 dB. Both share bit depth (24-bit), max sample rate (192 kHz), and thd (0.030%).
The PM6007's signal-to-noise is 83 dB against the NuWave Phono Converter's 87 dB and its thd 0.080% against 0.030%. Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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