Audioengine brengt de D1 en D2 Premium (wireless) 24 bit DAC's uit!

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6 Februari 2011 - Audioengine brengt de D1 en D2 Premium (wireless) 24 bit DAC's uit!

De Audioengine D1 Premium 24 bit DAC kost €169,-

De Audioengine D2 Premium 24 bit Wireless DAC kost €599,-


Bestel de Audioengine D1 of D2 op


De D1 en D2 worden gratis verzonden binnen Nederland!

Audioengine D1 Premium 24-Bit DAC (digital-to-analog converter) allows you to bypass your computer's soundcard or headphone output and send audio through USB or optical. D1 is the perfect digital interface between your computer and music system and will improve the sound of ALL your music.



Versatile
The D1 accepts inputs from both USB and optical and has outputs for any audio system or headphones. The D1 DAC is the perfect way to get great-sounding music not only from your computer but also from your TV, Apple TV, DVD/BluRay player or CD player. And since it's powered by USB, D1 is also a high-quality portable computer headphone amplifier.

Designed for the Computer Audiophile
D1 will process digital audio at any bit depth up to 24 bits and any sample rate to 192KHz. With it's high signal-to-noise ratio and low distortion the D1 delivers sound quality generally heard only in more expensive DACs. The high-performance headphone output was designed for a wide range of headphones and will satisfy even the most demanding headphone enthusiasts.

Easy Setup
Setup is easy and no special software is needed, making D1 a true plug-and-play solution. The D1 outputs connect to any audio system or powered speakers, such as the Audioengine A5+ or A2. Power for the D1 is provided via the USB bus so there is no external power supply to connect.



See and Hear the Difference
Audioengine designers, with their attention to audio quality as well as visual aesthetics, have created a feast for both the eyes and ears. The rounded anodized aluminum case of the D1 reflects traditional Audioengine design and the audio fidelity is typical of Audioengine's commitment to great sound at an affordable price. The Audioengine D1 continues to close the gap between your computer music and home hi-fi and even if you're not an audio enthusiast we guarantee your music will sound better!

•  Desktop or portable digital-to-analog converter (DAC)
•  Mac or PC plug-and-play, no drivers to install
•  High-performance headphone amp
•  USB and optical inputs
•  USB-powered
•  Stream bit-perfect 24/192 HD audio 
•  Based on high-performance AK4396 DAC


Audioengine D2 Premium 24-Bit Wireless DAC allows you to stream wireless HD audio from your computer to any music system, independent of your Wi-Fi network. D2 includes USB and optical inputs, a high-performance DAC, plus the isolation benefits of wireless. Setup is fast and simple, with no software to install and without the frustration of trying to connect to your network.


Game-Changing Computer Audio
The D2 offers audio fidelity and features of DACs costing several times more, but with one very important feature - it's wireless! D2 is a simple to use yet powerful digital-to-analog converter with performance and features generally found in much more expensive DACs. The D2 processes digital audio at any bit depth up to 24 bits and sample rates to 192KHz, then sends your music over-the-air at 24/96. It accepts USB or PCM-stereo optical and will automatically configure to match either of these inputs.

Easy Setup and Simple Operation
Bypass your computer's sound card or headphone jack and send wireless HD audio to any music system. D2 transmits all music file formats from any computer media player and can simultaneously transmit HD audio to up to 3 wireless receivers. The 100ft (30m) typical range, low latency, built-in DAC, and resistance to interference and dropouts makes D2 the best-sounding HD wireless system available.



Versatile
The D2 is actually three products in one - a high-quality USB wireless computer DAC, a wireless USB-to-SPDIF converter, and a wireless optical PCM-to-stereo link. The ability to stream HD audio wirelessly from your computer direct to your music system not only keeps your computer away from your audio gear, but also minimizes nagging problems such as ground loops, induced cable noise, and jitter. And if you already have a favorite DAC, the D2 can provide bit-perfect wireless USB-to-SPDIF conversion or serve as a wireless link for your PCM-stereo stream.

Join the Computer Audio Revolution
The D2 sends a 24bit/96KHz PCM stereo digital stream over-the-air in a "closed-system" Wi-Fi configuration. The system's proprietary RF technology ensures data integrity with no impact on existing routers or networks. The volume control on the D2 Sender is transmitted over an entirely separate channel so there is no impact on the digital audio stream.

See and Hear the Difference
Audioengine designers, with their attention to audio quality as well as visual aesthetics, have created a feast for both the eyes and ears. The rounded anodized aluminum case of the D2 reflects traditional Audioengine design and the audio fidelity is typical of Audioengine's commitment to great sound at an affordable price. The Audioengine D2 continues to close the gap between your computer music and home hi-fi and even if you're not an audio enthusiast we guarantee your music will sound better!

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De nieuwe DAC's van Audioengine zijn érg populair en inmiddels weer vanuit voorraad leverbaar!

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Alpha-Audio heeft een leuke review geschreven over de Audioengine D1


Heel veel muziekliefhebbers willen het gemak van de pc combineren met de geluidskwaliteit van een fatsoenlijk hifi-systeem. Dat was voorheen vrij lastig. Veel ingebouwde geluidskaarten bieden simpelweg niet de gewenste kwaliteit. Inmiddels zijn er heel wat usb d/a-converters te vinden die het niveau naar een heel redelijk niveau tillen. Of nog verder... Wij testen de Audioengine D1.

Als we lekker aan het spelen zijn, valt ons op dat de D1 lekker energiek presenteert. Het is helemaal geen flauw dacje. Hier blijkt ook weer 'size doesn't matter'. We gokken erop dat als we een blindtest zouden doen met wat andere dacs tot ongeveer 350 euro, dat het een lastige taak wordt – zo niet onmogelijk – om de Audioengine van 169 euro eruit te pikken.

Waarom durven we dit te zeggen? Simpel: de focussering is spot on, de beeldvorming is bijzonder goed voor deze prijsklasse en het geluidsbeeld voelt erg compleet aan. Natuurlijk speelt een dac van 1000 euro mooier, subtieler en detailrijker. Maar we hebben het hier over een dacje van nog geen 200 euro. En met dat in het achterhoofd is dit een erg goed product. Verrassend goed zelfs.


Lees de volledige review hier: http://www.alpha-audio.nl/2012/10/review-audioengine-d1/