ESS Reference audio (ES9018) 32 bit DAC
W4S proprietary discrete output stages for optimum sonics
ESS Time Domain Jitter Eliminator®
Automatic oversampling for precise output filtering
Fully balanced design with balanced and unbalanced outputs
Upgradable Digital, Output, and USB boards (designed for future improvements)
Oversized toroidal transformer for solid and noise-free power
88,000uF of filtering with W4S low ESR "super-cap" (same as used in the STP-SE)
VFD display for input, sample rate, volume control, and configuration viewing
Remote control with features such as balance control and phase inversion
Defeatable - 32 bit volume control
HT Bypass inputs (selectable via DC trigger)
2x Coax inputs
2x Toslink inputs
1x AES/EBU input
1x Balanced I2S input via HDMI cable (not standard HDMI cable format)
24-bit 192kHz Asynchronous USB input
Proprietary drivers for 32/64 bit Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Mac OS 10.4, 10.5 ,10.6
Factory selectable mains 115/230VAC
Compact size (8.5"W x 4.125"H x 13.5"D)
16 lbs.
Covered by a 3 YEAR WARRANTY