Cambridge Audio DacMagic XS

High quality DAC The DacMagic XS uses a high quality 24-bit Digital to Analogue Converter to provide far superior sound than your computer would ever be capable of. More power The built-in headphone amp puts out 150mW of serious power, for the bass and volume you need even in the noisiest environments. Analogue volume control Finger-tip volume control fully bypasses the soundcard and volume control of your computer. Not only does this improve sound quality, but also means no more combinations of button presses with two hands, or several mouse clicks to change volume. High resolution audio Most computers cant play high resolution audio through their headphone output. Featuring asynchronous USB audio clocking, and supporting both USB Class 1 and USB Class 2, the DacMagic XS can be used to play everything from MP3 to the highest quality 24-bit/192kHz studio master recordings from your computer, free from unwanted noise, jitter and distortion. USB Class 2 audio When running in Class 2 mode, the DacMagic XS can also use Cambridge Audios dedicated Windows USB Class 2 USB driver (driver not required for Apple computers). This allows you to bypass the computer operating systems poor audio path, preventing unwanted interference and re-sampling, guaranteeing a professional quality audio output. Versatile connections Micro USB and 3.5mm headphone connections mean the DacMagic XS isnt just easy to connect laptop to headphones, it can also be used to connect your laptop to your home hi-fi. LED sample rate indicator Ensures that you always know youre getting the best quality or when youve hit maximum/minimum volume. Micro USB cable included by plugging in via a cable, the DacMagic XS removes any risk of flex or movement damaging your computers USB port and also avoids adding a bulky and easily-bashed lump to the side of your laptop.