Stack Audio LINK [Template]

The LINK is a bridge between music files from all sources and a DAC with a USB connection. Music files can be on PCs and laptops, connected NAS drives on home networks with carefully archived CD libraries, internet radio and subscription services like Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify. The Link can take all these files and feed them into an existing hi-fi system.

Hardware Feature Summary

• Power circuitry is synchronized to the USB audio clock
• Ethernet input is synchronized to the USB audio Clock
• Multi-stage ultra-low noise linear regulated power circuit
• USB audio optimized output provides jitter free audio layback
• The advanced clock circuitry re-clocks any USB input

Mechanical Feature Summary

• Machined from a solid billet of aluminium
• Incorporates EMI absorbing material to remove internal EMI
• The mass of the case dissipates air-borne vibration
• Incorporates AVDC vibration trap

Software Feature Summary

• Control via a smart devices and PC/laptop
• Control through the Stack Audio web interface
• Multi-room enabled
• Software has a large user base and is frequently updated
• Plug a USB CD drive in and rip your disks bit perfectly to your network or external storage
• Plug in a USB disk drive and access your stored music
• Support for TIDAL , Qobuz and internet radio (Shoutcast)
• Multiple language options
• Roon Ready

Inputs

• 2 x USB inputs
• 1 x USB B detox input
• Ethernet input
• 18v 1amp- 1.5amp DC input

Outputs

• 1 x dedicated USB audio output
• HDMI output for connection to TV/video monitor/touch screens for control (not i2s)