Hi,
 I picked up the Classic Wed.  It sounds much better than the 24/96.
 I wrote a review on Audio Asylum:

 http://www.audioasylum.com/audio/digital/messages/66131.html
 
Cheers,
johnh
 
 
 

Date: Wed, 30 Apr 2003 13:31:23 -0700

Ming,
One final question, what is the difference between the new DIP Classic and
the model it just replaced, the Monarchy DIP 24/96 - Digital Interface Processor?
Thanks for all your help via email.

I am nearly ready to place an order.

MTD
 

Mark T. Denholm
Norcross, GA 30092 USA
Mark.Denholm@AkzoNobel.com

P.S.

Will a 24-bit/96 kHz or 24/192 DAC be offered?

reply:

1: The DIP 2496 outputs the same sampling as the input.
     The DIP Classic outputs a precision 44.1KHz clock.

2: 24/192 DAC's are in the works. Should be ready by summer.
 
 

At 11:28 AM 4/28/2003 -0700, you wrote:
Ming,

Thanks for your reply.  Is the version of the DIP that you offer for $249,
the "Classic" the latest, most current version?  Also, can you explain the
"user upgradeable" option in # 5 and 6 from your email.  The "Classic"
outputs a fixed 44.1Khz signal (to the DAC?)  Is this the portion that can
be upgraded to output a 96 Khz signal.  If so, which is preferred and why.

reply:
Some users need to use the DIP Classic to mate with the newer generation of DAC's.
We provide this option at a cost effective price.

I am using a MSB Link III Gold DAC that up-samples to 96 and 132 Khz.

Am I correct that the new Classic accepts input signals from the CD or DVD
up to 96Khz without upgrading?
 

reply:
The Classic accepts  all signals from 32 to 96KHz.
But the output is fixed at 44.1Khz unless the upgrade kit is installed
(for 96 KHz output)
 

Thanks.  At the time I am ready to place an order, do I call or send an
email?

MTD

Mark T. Denholm
Norcross, GA 30092 USA