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The ART USB Phono Plus phono preamplifier / audio interface is the perfect solution for transferring your prized vinyl collection to your computer. It also makes an ideal audio interface. The USB Phono Plus sports a high-performance RIAA phono preamp with a low cut filter for pristine audio transfer. There's a healthy compliment of analog and digital I/O onboard, and front-mounted gain and signal/clipping indication let you optimize a variety of analog sources. The unit is sheathed in a tough, all-aluminum case. If digitizing your records is long overdue, pick up the ART USB Phono Plus. ART USB Phono Plus Features at a Glance: An easy, great-sounding solution for digitizing your vinyl! A/D-D/A: 16 bit, 44.1kHz or 48kHz, USB selectable from computer Digital Audio Interface: TOSlink Opto In to and Out from USB, S/PDIF coax In to USB Mac: OS9.1 / OS X computers with native USB support Windows: 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7
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ART Loudspeakers, founded in 1998 in Troon, Scotland, embodies a proud heritage of British audio craftsmanship. Emerging from the same innovative stable as the iconic Systemdek turntables, the brand has honed its expertise in precision engineering and musical fidelity for over two decades. Handcrafted in Scotland, ART continues this legacy, blending artistry with cutting-edge technology to create components that honor the nation's storied tradition in high-end sound reproduction.
The company focuses primarily on loudspeakers, renowned for their vintage-inspired aesthetics and advanced bass reflex designs, such as the early ART One and ART Two models, alongside Deco-style offerings. Complementing these are meticulously paired Systemdek turntables, forming a cohesive ecosystem for analog enthusiasts. While not venturing into amplifiers, DACs, headphones, or cables, ART's speakers stand out for their fusion of form and function, often showcased with select German drivers and Japanese transformers.
Positioned as a niche boutique player in the high-end market, ART Loudspeakers commands respect among discerning audiophiles for their exceptional build quality and emotive performance. Though relatively obscure outside specialist circles, models like the Stiletto 6 and Emotion Monitors earn praise for revealing musical nuances with elegance, appealing to buyers seeking handcrafted excellence over mass-market volume.
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