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Chord Electronics Qutest

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$1,625.005.0(2)

A compact, high-performance standalone DAC with advanced FPGA technology for superior digital-to-analog audio conversion.

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Highlights

  • Custom Xilinx Artix 7 FPGA with 49.152 taps delivers advanced digital-to-analog conversion for superior sound quality
  • Supports multiple input and output formats including USB, BNC, RCA, and optical for versatile connectivity
  • Selectable output voltage (3V, 2.5V, 2V, 1V) allows tailored audio performance for different systems
  • Driverless operation with support for Mac OS X, Linux, and Windows OS for seamless integration
  • Precision-machined aluminum casing with glass viewing portal and polycarbonate buttons for durability and aesthetics

Specs

Input
USB Type-B (44.1kHz–768kHz, 16/20/24/32-bit), BNC coaxial (44.1kHz–768kHz, 16/20/24/32-bit), optical (44.1kHz–96kHz, 16/20/24-bit)
Output
1x stereo pair of RCA left and right
PCM support
44.1kHz–48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz, 358.8kHz, 384kHz, 717.6kHz, 768kHz
DSD support
Native DSD64, single to DSD512 octa, DSD variable output (3V, 2.5V, 2V, 1V selectable)
Frequency response
20Hz–20kHz ±0.2dB
THD
0.0001% (1kHz, 3Vrms) at 300ohms
Output stage
Class A
Noise
2.6 dBuV (1kHz, 300ohms)
Dimensions
160 x 42 x 72 mm
Weight
787 g

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