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-- Aldous Huxley

We are a passionate audiophile company. We make DAC audio converters (D/A audio signal converters) of the highest quality possible. Our converters are handcrafted. Having studied audio DAC technology over more than ten years, we have developed a high level of sophistication in this field. Our clients seek the best possible, not the most expensive, audio playback from a digital source.

LessLoss is conscious that all marketing is inherently prone to hype and cynicism. In return for your intelligence, we pledge to avoid, where possible, argument based on subjective perception. We shall remain scientific, and shall never succumb to mere emotional persuasion. There is much factual information about our unique DAC solution here. There is no competition in this price range, as you shall see.

DAC 2004 :: Features Overview

Distortionless Volume Control Option Available
Parallel multibit converters, not the inferior sigma/delta type.
Hybrid power supply: two rechargeable batteries in balanced configuration, independent filtered power for digital.
Two galvanically isolated grounds, one for digital, one for audio.
Unrivalled, non-traditional ultra-low-jitter oscillator with superclock (256F) output.
192 kHz sampling rate supported.
Built in automatic battery charger.
Over 400 Parts, all top of their class.
Unusual handcrafted topology.
Practically immeasurable cross-talk between components.
Jitter suppression via multi-staged(*) synchronous re-clocking.
Separately filtered and regulated power supplies to each individual power leg of each microchip.
4.5 cm signal path from analogue signal source to external audio jack via solid silver conductors.
Customizable.
Laser-engraved stainless steel and aluminum housing.
Faceplate available in black or silver.
Introductory Price: 2995 Euros, at your doorstep.

What the DAC 2004 most definitely is:

Completely handmade, hand-soldered, hand-assembled, tested, and personally cared for.
An almost completely non-distorting masterpiece of sound electrical engineering.
The best our knowledge allows us to create.
Extremely underpriced as a method of marketing without running high debt.

What the DAC 2004 most definitely is NOT:

Mass-produced.
A trendy and well-marketed piece of average quality audio gear.
Price marked up artificially to allow seasonal "rebates".
Distributed by marketing specialists.

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