The Ti48 CD Transport reads CDs and outputs the digital data to any outboard digital-to-analogue converter (DAC).

It also has a software-enabled upsampling processor built-in that allows users to choose the sampling frequency and the digital filter to be set. When connected to Zero One DACs using our custom I²S link , the sampling frequency could be set at various rate (e.g. 48k,176.4k) up to a maximum of 192khz. If the S/PDIF (coaxial) link is used, the Ti48 can transfer data up to a maximum sampling rate of 96khz due to the limitations of the S/PDIF standard. Even if you already own a high end upsampling 24/96 DAC, you will find that the upsampled data from the Ti48 will help to extract the highest level of performance from your DAC.

The digital filter algorithms allow you to tailor the sound to your system or room to some degree. There are three filter options ranging from "minimal" to "brick wall". In addition, there are various dither options which help to optimise the performance of some DACs when the S/PDIF connection is used.

Last but not least, the Ti48 has 250Gb of hard-disk capacity which enables it to save nearly 400 hours of uncompressed CD data. The Ti48 can store either an entire CD or selected tracks. These can be organised according to artist or album name . Using these classifications, playlists can be created containing preferred tracks. The Ti48 has a database that recognises the album titles, track and artist names of nearly 2,000,000 CDs. This database can be easily updated with a CD-ROM (available from Zero One).


SPECIFICATIONS

Reads CD, CD-R, CD-RW 250Gb hard disk drive ; higher capacity HDDs available on request Digital output : 1 I2S (customised) / 1 S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) / 1 TOSLink optical I2S cable (customised) Remote control (no monitor or keyboard required for operation) Dimensions (max) : 450mm (w) / 350mm (d) / 170mm (h) Price : USD2980

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