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Wavelet 2 DAC / Preamp / Processor
The Legacy Audio Wavelet 2 is a control preamp, a high-end DAC, a 2/3/4-way digital crossover with time alignment and a speaker correction system that will literally “learn” your room.
In an ideal world you would hear the music exactly as it was intended to be heard. But rooms are not perfect and resonances play havoc below 500Hz. The Wavelet processor will analyze your room and make the calculations to reduce resonant energy as late as 40msecs. The improvement in tonal balance and pitch definition is not subtle.
Already have a favorite DAC with a volume control? How about a big vinyl collection? Analog lovers can take advantage of balanced XLR or unbalanced RCA inputs without concern of digital artifacts. An apodizing circuit corrects for the the pre-ringing native to CODECs. Wavelet 2 has adequate headroom to handle these higher level signals while functioning as a crossover and compensating for room resonances. Wavelet processes at 64 bits of depth in a domain more than one trillion times finer in resolution than that of a standard CD.
The Wavelet 2 is by design upgradable. The unit can download firmware updates directly when you choose.
Setup is simple, and the Wavelet 2 is easily controlled with the included App that runs in your iPad/iPhone/Android or other smart device. Wavelet comes with a precision calibrated microphone and a Wi-Fi adapter that allows you to work wirelessly with the Wavelet.
Wavelet 2 easily integrates in any system.
Analog Inputs
Two pairs of Stereo balanced inputs on XLR connectors. Input sensitivity without attenuation 0 dBFS*1 = 1 dBV*2, input impedance 20 kOhm.
Two pairs of Stereo unbalanced inputs on RCA connectors.
Input sensitivity without attenuation 0 dBFS*1 = 1 dBV*2
Input impedance 100 kOhm.
Analog attenuation available in three steps of -3 dB, -6 dB and -12 dB for an input sensitivity of respectively 0 dBFS = 4 dBV, 7 dBV or 12dBV.
One XLR Measurement microphone input, 48 Vdc Phantom power.
Digital
Asynchronous USB audio, 32 bit, 44.1 – 384 kHz
AES/EBU & SPDIF, 24 bit, 192kHz
TosLink, 24 bit 96kHz
Processing
DSP: Analog Devices, internal processing sample rate 192kHz, bit depth 64 bits
Outputs Analog
8 balanced output channels on 8 XLR connectors. 0 dBFS*1 = 8 dBV*2 , 33 Ohm output impedance.
An analog output level increase of 6 dB is available through internal jumpers offering 0 dBFS = 14 dBV
8 unbalanced output channels on 8 RCA connectors. 0 dBFS*1 = 8 dBV*2, 33 Ohm output impedance.
Communication
REST control API over Ethernet, Control4 driver available, Trigger input and output, 12 Vdc on, 0Vdc off, WiFi
Physical Dimensions 445 mm W x 301 mm D x 95 mm H / 17.52” W x 11.85” D x 3.74 H Weight 6.1 kg / 13.5 lbs
The Legacy Wavelet 2 assures that all frequencies arrive with perfect timing and decay naturally, without lingering.
"You immediately hear more detail with virtually every recording, and a cleaner and more natural soundstage." - Anthony Cordesman, The Absolute Sound
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2022 The Absolute Sound Golden Ear Award Winner
Anthony Cordesman reviewed the Wavelet II with the flagship VALOR system. “The Wavelet II correction improves sound quality in the whole room, provides improved transient response, clarity, and soundstaging, and gives a relaxed sound without rough edges or any booming. You are not listening to key room resonances and room/speaker interactions. Instead, the bass detail and dynamics are much better defined. This description isn’t hype; it’s based on solid acoustic science and engineering." TAS January 2022
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Other select accolades include:
The Absolute Sound Editors' Choice Awards
The Absolute Sound Product of the Year, Breakthrough Technology
Secrets of Home Theater, Best of 2017
Best of Show/Gold Show Awards
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Analog Inputs:
Two pair Stereo balanced XLR inputs
Two pair Stereo unbalanced RCA inputs
One Measurement microphone XLR input -
Digital Inputs:
USB audio, 32 bit, 44.1 – 384 kHz
AES/EBU & SPDIF, 24 bit, 192kHz
TosLink, 24 bit 96kHz -
Analog Outputs:
8 balanced output channels on 8 XLR connectors. 0 dBFS*1 = 8 dBV*2 , 33 Ohm output impedance
8 unbalanced output channels on 8 RCA connectors. 0 dBFS*1 = 8 dBV*2, 33 Ohm output impedance. -
Analog Input Adjustments:
Balanced input sensitivity without attenuation 0 dBFS*1 = 1 dBV*2, input impedance 20 kOhm
Unbalanced input sensitivity without attenuation 0 dBFS*1 = 1 dBV*2, input impedance 100 kOhm
Analog attenuation available in three steps of -3 dB, -6 dB and -12 dB for an input sensitivity of 0 dBFS = 4 dBV, 7 dBV or 12dBV respectively - Processor: Analog Devices, Internal processing sample rate 192kHz, bit depth 64 bits
- Measurement Microphone: Included
- Control Interface: Legacy Wavelet app, included. Running on iOS, Android, iPad, Mac or PC device.
- Control Connections: Wi-Fi or Ethernet CAT5/CAT6 connection
- Dimensions (HxWxD, inches): 4.125 x 17.5 x 12
- Weight: 13.5 lbs
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