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Pre Box DS2 Digital (Phono Preamp, DAC, Bluetooth) - Black - (Open Box Special)

SKU bst-eq-1669-cert8

7 inputs, 4 outputs, 5 selectable filters + headphone amp
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Open Box / B-Stock Notes

  • exterior grade: 8.0 out of 10 - very good, some surface wear
  • item cosmetic note: n/a
  • item function: ✔️ tested
  • item exterior packaging: original, packaging may show damage
  • note: all open box / b-stock items are final sale

📌LAB POINTS

  • all-in-one phono preamp with built-in digital to analog converter and bluetooth input
  • converts digital audio signal to high quality analog signal (DAC), works especially well with computer audio + TV, also includes headphone amp
  • high quality AK4490 D/A converter from Asahi Kasai Microdevices, capable of extremely hi-res audio up to 32bit/768kHz
  • 4 analog outputs (fixed, variable, subwoofer, headphone) + 1x coax (S/PDIF) digital output
  • 7 inputs: Line In (RCA), Phono Line In (RCA), 2x optical (TOSlink), coax (S/PDIF), Bluetooth, USB
  • up to 24bit/192kHz sound for optical + coax inputs  
  • 5 digital filters allow you to customize the characteristics of the sound to your liking
  • front-panel headphone output
  • full metal casing
  • also available in silver

"The advanced Pre Box DS2 Digital is an universal and very flexible pre-amplifier and D/A converter of highest class. The built in D/A converter AK4490, from high end manufacturer Asahi Kasai Microdevices, has five different digital filters which let you shape the sound to your preference. It offers full DSD256 support and upsampling of all input signals to 768kHz from USB, coaxial and optical inputs. This realizes high-resolution sound playback with a rich sound field and bass representation with less distortion. It features five digital inputs as well as analogue line level input and phono line in. The BT receiver supports aptX for best wireless sound conversion. That makes it suitable for any source available. One variable, one fixed analogue output and also one to connect the Pre Box DS2 Digital to your subwoofer are available. The samplerate converter (AK4137) features three different settings (sound modes). All that makes the Pre Box DS2 Digital the most versatile audiophile pre-amplifier D/A converter in its price range!" - Pro-Ject

🔑KEY FEATURES

  • 2 analog inputs: 1x Line In (RCA), 1x Phono Line In (RCA)
  • 5 digital Inputs: 1x USB, 2x optical, 1x coax, 1x Bluetooth (aptX)
  • D/A converter: AK4490 32-bit PCM 768kHz / DSD256
  • Sampling rates: 32/44,1/48/88,2/96/176,2/192/352,8/384/768 kHz
  • DSD support: DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256
  • Filter settings: 5 different selectable on front
  • Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz (+0/-1dB)
  • Analog out: 1 x 6.3mm Headphone Out (front), 1 x Sub Out, 1 x Fix Out (RCA), 1 x Variable Out (RCA)
  • Headphone output power: 100mW/8ohms
  • dimensions: 8.1" x 2.8" x 8.7" / 206 x 71 x 220 mm
  • weight: 3.46 lbs / 1.57 kg

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