The balanced output stage uses an inherently balanced, differential op-amp, whereas the SE stages use a single-ended op-amp. Wait a sec, you have two totally separate output stages on this DAC, one for single-ended and one for balanced? Size: Modi 3E is the perfect size for stacking with our Magni and Vali amps, and Modius E is the perfect size for stacking with Asgard, Jotunheim, Lyr, and Valhalla.SPDIF Inputs: Modi 3E offers coax and optical inputs, Modius E adds AES as well.Analog Section: Modi 3E uses the OPA1656 as an output stage, Modius E uses two separate output stages, one based on the LME49724 balanced op-amp for the balanced output, and one based on the OPA1656.D/A Converter: Modi 3E uses the ES9018 DAC, Modius uses the ES9028.What’s the difference between Modius E and Modi 3E?
DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER BOX FREE
Feel free to connect an optical, coaxial, and AES input as well. But Modius can also be used with a wide variety of digital sources, not just USB. It also makes using phones and tablets easier, though, because if you use the provided wall-wart and USB cable into its external power port, it will avoid the dreaded “draws too much power” error. Modius can be used with virtually any computer with no drivers: Windows, Mac, or Linux distros that support UAC 2.0. So, you’re saying you plug Modius E in and you’re ready to go? There’s no real magic–we just keep doing the same things we’ve always done-designing things for ease of production, and making a lot of them. How’d you deliver so much value in this package? Well, some people think Unison USB sounds very good, too.īut how can a USB interface sound different? It’s really just for getting PCM audio (still over 99% of all files) from your streamer or computer to this DAC.
DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER BOX DRIVERS
It doesn’t have drivers for now-obsolete Windows platforms. It’s a very good USB interface designed to do a single thing well: to interface seamlessly with modern UAC2-compliant devices. Modius E includes our own, proprietary USB interface (that is, not based on XMOS, it was developed by us with about 2 person-years of R&D).
It happily runs on a single USB connection from your computer (and many streamers), but you can also use the external power supply for devices that need low power draw from the USB port.Ĭorrect. It’s a great DAC that is super-versatile and very high-performance. Holy crap, a do-all balanced DAC, designed and built in Texas, for $229? What’s the catch? And, if you don’t like your Modius, you can still send it back for a refund, minus 15% restocking fee, within 15 days of receiving your DAC. Modius E is covered by a limited warranty that covers parts and labor for two years. Yes, the wall-warts are from Taiwan, but there's some give and take at this price point. Our PCBs are done in Nevada, Utah, or California. Our chassis are actually made in California (though the metal comes from Texas). Don’t have one of our amps? No worries, Modius works great with virtually anything!īy “designed and built in Texas" this is what we mean: the vast majority of the total production cost of Modius E-chassis, boards, transformers, assembly, etc-goes to US companies manufacturing in the US. If you’re looking for more connectivity than the internal cards provide, Modius is a perfect pair. Modius E has exactly the same footprint as our popular mid-sized amp series. Perfect Stack with Asgard, Jotunheim, and Lyr That’s right-Modius accepts pretty much any input you can throw at it! Or, if you want to connect your phone or tablet-something that needs very low power draw-again, use the included wall power supply to eliminate dreaded “draws too much power” errors. Or, choose optical, coaxial, or AES digital sources and use the included wall power supply. Plug Modius E into virtually any computer or streamer with the included USB A-C cable and you’re ready to go. Combined with the ESS ES9028 D/A converter and dedicated balanced and single-ended output stages with DC-coupled output, Modius provides exceptional performance for a very low price. Modius E features Schiit’s exclusive Unison USB™ interface, which provides plug-and-play compatibility with virtually any modern device. Connect to any computer or streamer-or tablet, TV, CD player, or many other sources-and Modius delivers exceptional sound. Modius? Yes, as in “Modius Maximus,” a bigger, balanced-output Modi with super-high performance-and even better versatility.
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