Apogee Electronics Groove USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier Bundle with Austrian Audio Hi-X65 Open-Back Reference-Grade Headphones

Designed for the discerning audiophile, mixing, and mastering engineer alike, the Apogee Groove Kit is a 24-bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier. 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 aluminum, the device leverages an 8-converter ESS Sabre 32-Bit DAC chip in a novel Quad Sum arrangement. Both the left and right channels of the stereo feed utilize four digital to analog converters which are summed together to lower distortion and improve dynamic range. 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. Paired with the Austrian Audio Hi-X65, a pair of over-ear, open -back headphones designed to meet the demands of mixing and mastering engineers. With proprietary high-excursion 44mm drivers, the headphones deliver a linear frequency response and low distortion as well as a frequency response of 5 Hz to 28 kHz. Box Contains Apogee Electronics Groove - 24-Bit 192 kHz USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier USB Cable Carrying Pouch Austrian Audio Professional Hi-X65 Open-Back Reference-Grade Headphones Cable (3.9') Cable (9.8') 3.5mm to 1/4" Adapter Carry Pouch