Apogee Electronics Groove - 24-Bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier For Mac and PC
Features
- ESS Sabre 32-Bit Hyperstream DAC
- 4x Quad Sum DAC Convertors per Channel
- Constant Current Drive
- Time Domain Jitter eliminator
- Volume Up and Volume Down/Mute Buttons
Description
Designed for the discerning audiophile, mixing, and mastering engineer alike, the Apogee Groove is a 24-bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for both Mac and PC computer systems. The DAC is powered by your computer's USB bus and can be used with either headphones or powered monitors using a Y cable from the unit's 1/8" stereo output.
Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and built in the USA from premium aluminium, the device leverages an 8-convertor ESS Sabre 32-Bit DAC chip in a novel Quad Sum arrangement. Both the left and right channels of the stereo feed utilise four digital to analogue convertors which are summed together to lower distortion and improve dynamic range. The device also implements a Constant Current Drive design which provides ample power at any impedance and ensures a smooth and balanced frequency response.
Simply connect the unit to your Mac or PC computer via the included USB micro B cable to enhance the listening experience of your favourite DAW or music programme such as iTunes, Spotify, Tidal, Pandoura, and more. LED illuminated volume up and volume down/mute buttons provide hands on control of your listening experience. An integrated leash loop allows you to attach a leash to the unit to help keep it safe. It also comes with a convenient carrying pouch.
Key Features:
Quad Sum DAC
Utilises four digital to analogue convertors per channel for reduced distortion and improved dynamic range
Constant Current Drive
Ensures ample power and a smooth frequency response to headphones of different impedance
Recommended Headphones
- Sennheiser HD 800
- Sennheiser HD 650
- Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
- Sennheiser Momentum
Specifications
| Mac System Requirements | Computer: Intel Mac 1.5 GHz or faster Memory: 2 GB RAM minimum, 4 GB recommended OS: 10.8 or greater Connection and Power: Any available USB port Driver: Mac Core Audio. No download or installation necessary |
| PC System Requirements | PC or laptop manufactured after January 2006 Intel Core 2 @ 1.6 GHz or AMD equivalent Memory: 1 GB RAM minimum Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit) Windows 8 (32 and 64 bit) Windows 8.1 (32 and 64 bit) Connection and Power: Any available USB port Driver: Register to download from Apogee's website |
| I/O | 1x USB Micro B 1x 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo |
| D/A Convertor | |
| Resolution | Up to 24-bit at 192 kHz |
| Chip | 8-channel ESS DAC (4 DACs per channel) |
| THD+N | 600 ohm load at 16 dBu: -107 dB 30 ohm load at 10.5 dBu: -100 dB |
| Dynamic Range | 117 dB (a-weighted) |
| Frequency Response | 10 to 20,000 Hz ±0.2 dB |
| Max Output | Into 30 ohms: 225 mW Into 600 ohms: 40 mW |
| Power | 5 V, 500 mA, via USB 2.0 bus |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 95 x 30 x 16 mm |
| Weight | 45.35 g |
In The Box
- Apogee Electronics Groove
- USB Cable
- Carrying Pouch
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Details
- Product: Apogee Electronics Groove - 24-Bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier For Mac and PC
- Manufacturer: Apogee
- Model: GROOVE
- SKU: GROOVE
- RM Product #: 29956
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