Birdland Audio Ships New 24 Bit DAC

Birdland Audio is now shipping its latest 24 bit Digital-to-Analog stereo converter. The new odÈon-lite features the same electronics as the highly acclaimed odÈon-m1. While the odÈon-lite delivers 100 percent of the performance of its sibling, it is less that one third of the cost. The odÈon-lite is housed in a new compact lightweight case measuring only 1.6 x 8.9 x 6.5-inch (41x225x165mm) and uses Birdland Audioís latest research in digital filter which virtually recreates 24 bits of detail from 16 bit CDs. Additional features include: - Processing for 24bit / 96kHz DVD Audio. - Separate transformers for analog and digital power supplies - Over-sized power supply capacitors - Separate digital power supply and local VCO to virtually eliminate jitter - Birdland Audioís famous Solid-Tube(tm) transparent output stage. - Three digital inputs with RCA, BNC, Fiber and Balanced XLR AES/EBU - Highest quality components and gold-plated connectors. - Analog volume control permits direct connection to power amplifier or straight gain to pre-amplifier. ""Itís essentially a repackaging of our current OdÈon-m1, we have shed the expensive machined case of the odÈon-m1 for a smaller less expensive commercial case and added our latest developments in digital filtering."" says Gilles Gameiro, founder and designer of the odÈon series. ""Both feature our Solid-Tube(tm) output stage and provide enough gain to drive most amplifier/speaker combinations."" Birdland Audio is an American manufacturer of French designer Gilles Gameiro born and educated in France. He received his Electronic Engineering degree in Paris and also graduated from music conservatoire. The joint passion for music and electronics backed with formal study gives Gilles a unique approach to sound reproduction. The combination has given Gilles the ear to appreciate the emotion of music and at the same time, tools to recreate its essence. For more information on Solid-Tubeô technology or Birdland Audio products, email prcontact@birdland.com or contact Gilles Gameiro at 831 646 0168. More information can also be found on Birdland Audioís Web site http://www.birdland.com.