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Condition: Used, Excellent

From Mytek

Stereo96 ADC is a two channel hi-end Analog to Digital converter for recording and mastering applications. The main feature of this converter is its outstanding sound quality which makes it suitable for the most demanding projects when preserving the original signal quality is a required.
The MYTEK Stereo96 series consists of two 1/3 rack units- the Stereo96 ADC and the Stereo 96 DAC. They are also a part of extended family of 1/3 rack units which also includes 192kHz capable converters, SRC and Studio Clock. Stereo96 converters can be used as stand-alone devices for variety of studio applications such as mastering, recording and playback, whenever the highest quality conversion is required.
Users choose Mytek converters primarily for their outstanding sound quality. The sound of Mytek converters can be described as "transparent". We design our converters to be as faithful to the signal as possible, rather than follow philosophy of some other manufacturers who offer "analog" or "tube" sounding converters. Mytek converters are closest to a straight wire, which is especially evident when used at full 24/96 resolution. Sonically they are equal or better than the most expensive mastering converters. Even when used in 16 bit mode, the Stereo96 converters produce 20dB (10 times) less distortion than typical converters found in budget recording equipment. Mytek Stereo96 ADC is an ideal addition to low cost recording interfaces. When connected via SPDIF input it provides two high quality recording channels ideal for overdubs. In addition it provides the source of high quality clock which improves the sound of the remaining interface channels.

Features

- 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz internal sampling frequencies

- Ext. wordclock sync 25-100kHz or 256x Superclock(tm)

- 120dB Dynamic Range

- 24 bit resolution

- High performance SuperShaper-HR™ psychoacoustic noiseshaping algorithm for 16 bit output

- Switchable precision 10 turn-trimpots or input gain knob

- Wordclock output can be used as a hi-end house clock.

Conversion
Linear PCM, 128x oversampling at 44.1/48kHz 64x oversampling at 88.2/96kHz
External sync
Wordclock in and out. or 256x Superclock. Wordlock Out used as house clock: 15 LS TTL loads max.

Can be terminated.

Dimensions
1/3 rack space wide x 1U high x 8” deep. 3.5 pounds
Analog Inputs
+4dBm balanced or unbalanced, 10kOhm
Digital outputs
Hi-speed (25-100kHz) AES/EBU, SPDIF
Internal clock jitter
<10picoseconds
THD + Noise
-105dB (<0.0005%)
Sample rates
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz or wordclock 25-100kHz
Dynamic range
120dB A-weighted, 117dB Total
Mains
100/115V-220/240V 50/60Hz switchable
Resolution
24bit

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

Returns

Not eligible for Try Before You Buy or the 48-hour approval period. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.

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