ApplePi DAC - Highest Performance Raspberry Pi DAC

A project in Succasunna, NJ by Leonid (Leo) Ayzenshtat
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Turn your Raspberry Pi into the ultimate media player, costing thousands less than high performance DACs.
Backers: 35
Average Pledge Per Backer: $248

Funded: $8,678 of $5,000
Dates: Apr 10th -> May 13th (33 days)
Project By: Leonid (Leo) Ayzenshtat
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Latest News

Project Success with 174% Funding!!!

May 13th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

ApplePi DAC Tour - Crisscrossing the Country

May 5th - via: kickstarter.com
The ApplePi DAC went on a tour around the country. Here is what people who have tried it, have to say: Wayne - Littleton, CO "This is a very well engineered and built DAC. I again suggest folks sign up for the tour and listen yourself." and "I spent... (Read More)

ApplePi DAC Additional Specs

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
I have had multiple requests for the output voltage and output impedance of the ApplePi DAC. Here is the info for those who may be interested: Balanced Output Voltage: 5 Vrms (0dBFS)   Balanced Output Impedance: 200 ohm   Single Ended Output... (Read More)

It's here - ApplePi Volume-Clocker

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
The ApplePi Volume-Clocker allows you add hardware volume control to any RapsberryPi I2S DAC.   Volume is controlled by a potentiometer R15. Volume is adjustable from 0 dB to -127.5dB, in 256 steps.   In addition to HW volume control this board... (Read More)

Live Demo Reminder.

April 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Don't miss the ApplePi DAC and CRISPIN amplifer live demo today at 2pm EST:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0FhXLD05AY Spread the word.  (Read More)

Live Demo, Live on Youtube -- 4/28/18, 2pm EST

April 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello, I will be doing a live demo of both the ApplePi DAC and CRISPIN Ultra amplifier. The demo will be streamed live on Youtube for whomever is interested. Here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0FhXLD05AY Regards; Leo  (Read More)

Yay! Project Funded.

April 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Great news! The Kickstarter project is fully funded! I would like to thank all of the backers who have helped to make this project a reality. Meanwhile, there are still more than 20 days left on the clock. I would like to ask all of you to please... (Read More)

New Reward Level - ApplePi DAC System w/ 7" Touchscreen - $549

April 18th - via: kickstarter.com
You get an ApplePi DAC System w/ 7" touchscreen ready to go out of the box. Just connect Ethernet, audio and power. It comes with the power supply and glossy acrylic stand. Here is a picture: Here is a video of how it works: The project page has also... (Read More)

Support by piCorePlayer and DietPi.

April 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I have great news. In addition to Volumio, Rune Audio, and moOde Audio, the ApplePi DAC will also be supported by: piCorePlayer -- Starting in version 3.5.0 DietPi -- Starting in version 6.5  (Read More)

FREE LIVE DEMO!!!

April 15th - via: kickstarter.com
I will be demoing the ApplePi DAC and CRISPIN amplifier in Long Island, NY on April 28th. There is room for a few more people. If you are interested in attending, message me for full info.  (Read More)

Hardware Volume Control

April 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Its 6am here in NJ. I am hard at work doing some final testing of the ApplePi DAC. I wanted to make this update because I had multiple people asking me about hardware volume control for the ApplePi DAC.  It makes me happy to announce that HW volume... (Read More)

We are 50% there!!!

April 13th - via: kickstarter.com
I was not expecting to make this update so early on. 50% is great just two days into the project. I have received multiple questions from people and will be updating the FAQ shortly. With your help we can make this project a success.  (Read More)

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