Output voltage of Chime DAC?

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united1

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Output voltage of Chime DAC?
« on: 28 Nov 2005, 11:22 pm »
Surprised this isn't a standard spec listed.

Anyone know what it is?

Thanks :D

hagtech

Output voltage of Chime DAC?
« Reply #1 on: 29 Nov 2005, 01:01 am »
You're right, I should add it.  Output voltage is about 1.2Vrmsfs.  I made it a little on the low side, as then it better matches the output from a phonostage, and uses less attenuation from a linestage.  It is still high enough to drive most amps to saturation when used directly.  I can crank it all the way up on my Cymbals.

jh :)

united1

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Output voltage of Chime DAC?
« Reply #2 on: 29 Nov 2005, 07:00 am »
Would it work in a system where the input sensitivity of the amp is 3V, or would a separate line stage with gain be needed (recommended)?

What was initially intriguing to me was the volume control, that the gain stage acted like a preamp with a higher max output.  Line in's would have been another bonus.  Though still very nice and attractive price too!

hagtech

Output voltage of Chime DAC?
« Reply #3 on: 29 Nov 2005, 10:27 pm »
You would not be able to achieve full volume.  Might be ok for most listening, but you couldn't really crank it up for those times that call for it.

jh