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Rossini apex , i had the unit upgraded by authorised dealer and a copy of this invoice will be provided To aid the purchase happy to p/x something!
Timing matters here because this is the later Rossini generation and it remains a serious digital front end, but the asking price is still on the firm side rather than a steal. At £16,000, it sits above the £11,856 median and just under the £16,014 75th percentile, so this reads as upper-market fair rather than cheap.
That said, it’s a well-regarded piece for a reason: dCS does spacious, precise, highly resolved digital with great timing and long-term upgrade support, and the Rossini line is still considered a sweet spot in the brand’s range. In excellent condition, with the right accessories and clean provenance, this is a strong buy for someone wanting reference-level performance without jumping to the very top tier.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
dCS: British Digital Audio Pioneer
dCS (Data Conversion Systems) was established in Cambridge, England in 1987, emerging from a background in advanced signal processing and radar systems for aerospace applications including RAF Harrier and Typhoon aircraft. This foundation in hard science and digital engineering has defined the company's trajectory from electronics consultancy to specialist audio manufacturer. The company transitioned to consumer audio in 1989 with the 900 ADC, an analogue-to-digital converter for professional studios, and by 1996 launched the Elgar, claimed to be the first 24-bit high-resolution DAC for the domestic hi-fi market.
dCS specializes exclusively in digital audio conversion technology, with their product range centered on DACs (digital-to-analogue converters) and associated digital processing components. Every product incorporates the company's proprietary Ring DAC technology, a hallmark of their engineering approach. Rather than diversifying into amplifiers, speakers, or other categories, dCS has maintained singular focus on mastering the conversion and playback of digital audio signals with maximum fidelity.
The brand occupies the ultra-premium, high-end segment of the audio market, positioning itself among the world's most respected specialist manufacturers. All products are hand-assembled in-house at their Cambridge facility by a dedicated team of designers and technicians. dCS commands significant respect among professional recording engineers and discerning audiophiles seeking uncompromising digital audio performance, representing a rare example of a British hi-fi company that has sustained innovation and manufacturing excellence over nearly four decades.
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