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Ideal for harmonising digital formats and optimising the sound quality, the Denafrips HERMES12th DDC is your digital improvement hub.
Digital-to-Digital Converter for seamless sound
A DDC (Digital-to-Digital Converter) functions as a device that transforms a digital audio signal from one format or interface to another within the digital domain. Its primary purpose revolves around facilitating harmony between distinct audio systems, particularly when confronted with diverse digital interfaces.
Ideal for ensuring the highest quality USB signal
A popular use for the Denafrips HERMES12th is to convert and optimise USB digital signals. Take the input from your computer and let the DDC process it, before passing it on to your non-USB compatible DAC or digital amp. This conversion process not only enhances the audio quality but also involves the application of advanced processing techniques.
Your digital signal, optimised
Denafrips DDC features a FIFO buffer to store and manage the incoming digital input signal. This buffering process is enhanced and re-clocked by an internal high-quality Femto clock, ensuring precise timing and synchronisation. Additionally, the DDC incorporates galvanic isolation, protecting the signal from electrical interference and maintaining signal integrity throughout the conversion process.
High quality power supply
For the purest and most dynamic sound quality, the HERMES12th is fitted with a premium quality power supply. The oversized, 80VA O-Core power transformer delivers substantial current to the linear power supply. Made to Denafrip’s own specification, the bank of capacitors ensures seamless current for maximum operational efficiency.
Versatile connection options
For maximum system versatility, the HERMES12th works with a wide range of digital connections. As well as USB-B, you can input digital signals via AES/EBU balanced, and coaxial and optical digital. Outputs include coaxial, optical, AES/EBU, as well as network-friendly I2S HDMI and I2S RJ45.
Transform your digital sound, with the Denafrips HERMES12th.
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Digital-to-Digital Converter for seamless sound
A DDC (Digital-to-Digital Converter) functions as a device that transforms a digital audio signal from one format or interface to another within the digital domain. Its primary purpose revolves around facilitating harmony between distinct audio systems, particularly when confronted with diverse digital interfaces.
Ideal for ensuring the highest quality USB signal
A popular use for the Denafrips HERMES12th is to convert and optimise USB digital signals. Take the input from your computer and let the DDC process it, before passing it on to your non-USB compatible DAC or digital amp. This conversion process not only enhances the audio quality but also involves the application of advanced processing techniques.
Your digital signal, optimised
Denafrips DDC features a FIFO buffer to store and manage the incoming digital input signal. This buffering process is enhanced and re-clocked by an internal high-quality Femto clock, ensuring precise timing and synchronisation. Additionally, the DDC incorporates galvanic isolation, protecting the signal from electrical interference and maintaining signal integrity throughout the conversion process.
High quality power supply
For the purest and most dynamic sound quality, the HERMES12th is fitted with a premium quality power supply. The oversized, 80VA O-Core power transformer delivers substantial current to the linear power supply. Made to Denafrip’s own specification, the bank of capacitors ensures seamless current for maximum operational efficiency.
Versatile connection options
For maximum system versatility, the HERMES12th works with a wide range of digital connections. As well as USB-B, you can input digital signals via AES/EBU balanced, and coaxial and optical digital. Outputs include coaxial, optical, AES/EBU, as well as network-friendly I2S HDMI and I2S RJ45.
Transform your digital sound, with the Denafrips HERMES12th.
