{"product_id":"audiobyte-super-vox-multibit-dsd-dac","title":"Audiobyte Super Vox Multibit DSD D\/A Converter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Audiobyte Super Vox is a D\/A converter that translates a digital source signal – from USB, I2S or S\/PDIF – into an analog music signal, deliberately forgoing a classic off-the-shelf delta-sigma chip. Instead, an FPGA converts the signal using a specially developed multibit DSD process, fifth order, with 36-bit computational precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the kind of technical solo effort rarely expected of manufacturers – and exactly why you can hear the Super Vox's effort: clean, calm, without the slightly acidic timbre of some chip DACs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Super Vox?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it does two things at once that often exclude each other: pure converter quality and the flexibility of a preamplifier. The digital 256-step volume control (0.5 dB increments) lets you connect the Super Vox directly to a power amplifier – entirely without an additional preamp in between, if that's what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear \/ get \/ experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fully balanced circuit from the digital inputs all the way to the XLR outputs, amplified with low loss via a discretely built output stage – no operational amplifier IC in the signal path. Add to that Femtovox clock technology against jitter and a linear, low-noise power supply with silver-plated copper wiring inside. The result: 120 dB dynamic range and a signal-to-noise ratio that doesn't swallow even quiet passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Super Vox suited for? (and who isn't it for)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone looking for a converter with its own character and wanting to run it either as a pure DAC or directly as a digital preamplifier ahead of a power amp. Honestly: if you need a headphone output on the device itself, the Super Vox is the wrong choice – for that, the same lineup offers the Super Head, which handles exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA DAC that makes the effort of its own development path audible instead of just claiming it on the spec sheet. Anyone next looking for a headphone amp or power amplifier finds the logical next step in the Audiobyte stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 310 × 64 × 290 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: anodized solid aluminum block, CNC-machined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte black or matte silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital inputs: USB, I2S (LVDS via HDMI connector), S\/PDIF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog outputs: XLR balanced, RCA unbalanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConversion principle: FPGA-based multibit DSD conversion, 5th order, 36-bit, 33-level delta-sigma modulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: 120 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion (THD): −110 dB at 0 dB, −120 dB at −12 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum output level: 2.9 V RMS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput level: adjustable, digital volume control in 256 steps of 0.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: not present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: internal linear power supply, low noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturing: handmade in Romania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the Super Vox directly to a power amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Thanks to the built-in digital volume control with 256 steps, the Super Vox also works as a preamp and drives a power amplifier directly – a separate preamplifier isn't strictly necessary for this, but depending on your chain and cable length it can still make sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich formats does the Super Vox play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Super Vox converts PCM and DSD signals via its specially developed multibit DSD engine, fed via USB, I2S or S\/PDIF. The maximum supported resolution depends on the specific interface – ask us for the exact format list for your particular playback chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Super Vox have a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the Super Vox doesn't bring its own headphone output; it's designed as a pure converter and preamplifier. For headphones in the same housing look and with matching amplifier power, the Audiobyte Super Head from the same series is the obvious complement – same look, same standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Super Vox pair with the Audiobyte Super Hub MKII?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, both devices are designed as a joint stack and connect directly via I2S through an HDMI connector – the Super Hub MKII provides the transport, the Super Vox handles the conversion. Same housing concept, nearly identical dimensions, consistent look in the rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Audiobyte Super Vox at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause our experienced team knows the combination of streamer, converter and amplifier chain inside out and advises you on the right combination, instead of just selling you a single device. Call us, send us a message or simply ask on WhatsApp – we listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a source, a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/streamer\"\u003enetwork streamer\u003c\/a\u003e like the Super Hub MKII fits well, as a headphone solution a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kopfhorerverstarker\"\u003eheadphone amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e. For the complete stack, it's worth a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/hifi-racks\"\u003eHiFi rack\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Audiobyte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53543836844368,"sku":null,"price":3590.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audiobyte-super-vox-dac-frontansicht_d3760fb9-484e-4d88-b0fb-c30a3a3e5996.png?v=1788532053","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/audiobyte-super-vox-multibit-dsd-dac","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}