Vivaldi Upsampler

Operating as a digital to digital converter Vivaldi Upsampler accesses music from any digital source and converts the audio from its native sample rate to either high resolution DXD (24 bit data at 352.8 or 384 kS/s), DSD (1 bit data at 2.822 or 3.07 MS/s) or standard high resolution PCM (24 bit data up to 24/192 kS/s). The results gained from Vivaldi Upsampler are extraordinary – a more vibrant, 3-dimensional, transparent and effortless performance.

Vivaldi Upsampler features a wired network connection and can stream high resolution audio files stored on a computer or on network storage via UPnP™. The additional asynchronous USB input on Vivaldi Upsampler also allows direct connection of a PC and supports high resolution audio up to and including 192kS/s and DSD over USB. The USB interfaces run in true Asynchronous USB mode, which makes Vivaldi Upsampler immune to jitter from the typical computer’s noisy clock.

Vivaldi Upsampler is Apple Authenticated and supports playback of iPod/iPhone-stored digital media, bypassing the iPod/iPhone internal DAC to ensure optimal performance. USB memory hardware is also supported.

An array of independently selectable digital inputs (RJ45, USB, AES, SPDIF, SDIF-2, Toslink) completes the versatility of this powerful machine and elevates the performance of Red Book CD from CD Players or high resolution audio from digital streamers to a previously unsurpassed level.

dCS were pioneers in the use of external clocks in digital audio systems and the redesigned multi-stagePhase-Locked-Loop (PLL) system used in Vivaldi Upsampler sets world-beating standards for accuracy and control of troublesome jitter from the incoming audio stream.

Control of such a versatile product is extremely simple with the user having the choice of using the full colour front panel menu, dCS app for iPad and iPhone or the premium dCS remote control. The app also allows users to change DAC inputs and volume, simplifying the control experience further.

The dCS ‘soft’ approach to programmable logic makes it extremely easy for users to update Vivaldi Upsampler software, whether adding new features, installing performance upgrades or adapting to changes in digital formats.

Used as part of a complete Vivaldi digital audio playback system Vivaldi Upsampler gives a performance of effortless realism each and every time.

KEY FEATURES

• Utilising the latest generation dCS Digital Processing Platform which offers state of the art measured and musical performance
• Designed for maximum flexibility as input and output configuration can be optimised for systems with various digital sources.
• New auto clocking mode used in the Vivaldi range improves ease of use and minimises jitter.
• Improved power supplies give lower running temperature and improved tolerance to AC supply variations.
• Multi-stage regulation ensures sensitive analogue circuitry is not affected by digital interference.
• Aerospace grade machined aluminum chassis fitted with tuned acoustic damping panels reduce magnetic