Brand: Chord
The Chord SPM 4000 is a high-end digital audio streamer and transport manufactured by Chord Electronics, a well-known British audio equipment company. The SPM 4000 is designed to provide a reference-standard digital signal to a DAC (digital-to-analog converter) or amplifier, delivering exceptional sound quality. Its key features include:1. Advanced Streaming Platform (ASP) architecture: This advanced signal processing technology utilizes a FPGA (field-programmable gate array) to create a new level of clock and data control, resulting in outstanding sound quality and timing accuracy.2. Upsampling and Reclocking: The SPM 4000 upsamples incoming signals to 768kHz, then re-clocks them using its advanced clocking system, delivering a pristine, jitter-free digital signal.3. Nov Aleksander Multi-Stage Mathematical Filters: These multi-stage, low-phase response filters help to reproduce the most detailed, natural sound possible, free from phase distortion and artefacts.4. Network Interfaces: The SPM 4000 is compatible with popular network protocols such as UPnP, RAVENNA AES67, and MQA. It can directly connect to a NAS (network-attached storage) device, stream from internet sources such as Tidal and Qobuz, and also act as a MQA Renderer.5. Remote Control: The device can be controlled via an intuitive web-based interface using any internet browser, making configuration and setup a breeze.6. Connectivity Options: The SPM 4000 offers a variety of inputs and outputs, including USB (Type B and Type A), Ethernet, AES/EBU (XLR and BNC), coaxial and optical SPDIF (RCA and BNC), RS232 (DB9), and word clock (both BNC and TOSLINK).The Chord SPM 4000 is a versatile and high-performance device designed to cater to serious audiophiles looking for the best possible digital audio experience. Its advanced technology, exceptional sound quality, and extensive connectivity options make it a top choice in the high-end audio market.