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DA converter & preamp with 32 bit / 768 kHz for PCM, DSD4 or DSD256, tape monitor circuit, VU meter & 10 stereo input sources.  All product info

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SPL Director MK2 Silver

SPL Director MK2 Silver Product Image
  • Manufacturer: SPL Electronics
  • Converter build: DA
  • Number of channels: 2
  • Format: Desktop
  • Inputs analog: 3-Pole XLR, RCA
  • ...
£ 3,014.00

SPL Director MK2 Red

SPL Director MK2 Red Product Image
  • Manufacturer: SPL Electronics
  • Converter build: DA
  • Number of channels: 2
  • Format: Desktop
  • Inputs analog: 3-Pole XLR, RCA
  • ...
£ 3,014.00
£ 3,014.00
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Product information - SPL Electronics Director MK2 Black

Preamplifier and DA converter

  • High quality digital / analog converter and stereo preamplifier
  • Integrated Velvet sound DA converter
  • Resolutions of up to 32 bit / 768 kHz for PCM, as well as DSD4 or DSD256
  • For up to ten stereo input sources (6 analog / 4 digital)
  • Two balanced stereo XLR inputs and four stereo RCA inputs
  • Four digital inputs for AES/EBU, USB, COAX (RCA), OPTICAL (Toslink)
  • Balanced stereo XLR output and unbalanced RCA output
  • Tape monitor circuit for integrating tape machines
  • AMP-CTL output for switching standby mode of devices with 12V trigger input on and off together
  • Volume control via the massive 45mm milled aluminum volume knob with "spoon in the honey" rotary feel
  • Source selection and volume control remotely controllable with any infrared remote control
  • Dot-matrix LED display to indicate source selection
  • Operates on 120 V operating voltage (SPL's renowned VOLTAiR technology)
  • High operating voltage provides significantly better dynamic range, signal-to-noise ratio and clipping resistance
  • Precise VU meters with retro look each for left and right audio channel
  • VU switch for optimized display of different signal levels
  • DLP120 (Dual Low-Pass) - two respectively matching low-pass filters for PCM and DSD
SPL Electronics Director MK2 DA converter and preamp

Modern high-end in a timeless design

The SPL Director MK2 in black is the further development of the Director reference preamplifier and now works with up to 32-bit and sampling rates up to 768 kHz as well as DSD4 and DSD256. It allows fans of analogue tape machines or external sound processing to loop into a tape monitor path, while six stereo analog inputs - two of which are balanced with XLR jacks - are available. On the digital level, optical and coaxial S/PDIF signals, AES/EBU signals, and PCM and DSD audio signals can be converted via USB. After about two seconds, the dot-matrix LED display shows the detected sample rate when a digital source is selected. For example, U768 = USB input with 768 kHz sampling rate. The Director MK2 has also grown a bit in height and features a large 45mm aluminium rotary knob with position LED and two mechanical VU meters, while the design still impresses with its simple, elegant style.

SPL Electronics Director MK2 Black Back

Controllable with any infrared remote control

The Director MK2 Preamp can be controlled remotely with any commercially available infrared remote control. For this purpose, it can be quickly and easily programmed to the respective remote control via the"Learn IR-Remote" switch on the back. The respective buttons of the infrared remote control can be freely assigned to the 4 functions louder, softer, next source and previous source. Please note that the source selection can only be operated remotely if the rotary switch is set to the "Remote" position.


The VOLTAiR technology

120V technology is SPL's reference technology. It is unique in the world of audio because it operates at a DC voltage of 120 volts. This is equivalent to four times the operating voltage of IC-based semiconductor operational amplifiers. This sophisticated technology has been christened "VOLTAiR Technology" by SPL. It achieves exceptional technical specifications and sonic benefits. Technically, in terms of dynamic range, signal-to-noise ratio and clipping resistance. Sonically, in terms of richness of detail and an absolutely relaxed listening experience.

Most audio devices work with an internal operating voltage of +/-15 volts and can thus handle a maximum input level of +21.5 dBu. If a DA-converter, for example, has an output level of +22 dBu at 0 dBFS, level peaks of the music material would already cause overloads in the input stage of the device. All components in the audio device often operate at their limits. The result is an unsteady sound that causes stress and faster ear fatigue.

SPL Voltaire technique graph on dynamic range, maximum level and distortion factor (THD&N)

Devices from SPL with VOLTAiR technology can handle input levels of +32.5 dBu thanks to the higher internal operating voltage of +/- 60 volts - thus offering 12 dB more headroom. Consequently, all components operate continuously in the optimal operating range. The result is a very pleasant, natural and relaxed sound experience. So you can enjoy your music in every detail.

The SPL Director MK2 in combination with suitable SPL devices

SPL Director MK2, SPL Performer s800 and SPL Phonos


Features:

  • Manufacturer: SPL Electronics
  • Converter build: DA
  • Number of channels: 2
  • Format: Desktop
  • Inputs analog: 3-Pole XLR, RCA
  • Outputs analog: 3-Pole XLR, RCA
  • Headphone Connection: No
  • ADAT In: no
  • ADAT Out: no
  • S/PDIF coaxial In: 1
  • S/PDIF coaxial Out: 0
  • S/PDIF optical In: 1
  • S/PDIF optical Out: 0
  • AES/EBU In: 1
  • AES/EBU Out: no
  • MADI: no
  • Wordclock: No
  • Clock 10MHz: No
  • Network connections: none
  • USB Update Slot: No
  • Other interfaces: USB
  • THD+N in %: 0
  • Dynamic range in db: 132
  • Equivalent input noise in db: -99
  • Redundant power supply unit: No
  • User: High-End
  • Maximum sampling rate in kHz: 768
  • Maximum sampling rate in bit: 32
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£ 3,014.00

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