Headphone Amp

Benchmark’s DAC1 PRE is a reference-quality, stereo monitor controller featuring DAC1’s award-winning D-to-A conversion system, proprietary AdvancedUSB™ input, jitter-immune UltraLock™ technology, and HPA2™ headphone amplifier.  The DAC1 PRE delivers pristine, seamless monitor interfacing and volume control, and interfaces with almost every type of digital and analog source.

The Dynaudio BM 5A’s are small-footprint (7.3” x 12.5” x 12.5”) active, near-field studio monitors designed for professional recording studios.  Each monitor is bi-amplified with two independent 50 W amplifiers and a custom designed active crossover circuit. 

Dynaudio has become renowned for their progressive approach to designing drivers and speaker electronics.  After years of successful speaker development for the audiophile community, the company established a subsidiary, Dynaudio Acoustics, to offer their expertise to the world of professional audio.  Today, many major recording and production studios around the world employ and trust Dynaudio Acoustics monitors.

The Sennheiser HD headphones have become some of the most popular among headphone enthusiasts and audio professionals.  The HD650’s are the latest and greatest design in this lineage of high-resolution headphones.  The oversized ear pieces and open-back design enable comfortable listening for hours and hours.

Benchmark’s Canare Starquad balanced analog cables use professional grade components and hand-assembly to achieve superior performance.  Canare L-4E6S Starquad balanced analog conductor for ultra-low capacitance, superior noise rejection, and extended lifespan.  The XLR connectors are made by Neutrik, the accepted professional standard.  They utilize silver pins, and are soldered with silver solder.   

Home and/or Office System

The Complete Stereo Solution is an ideal playback system for those rooms that don’t require mid or far-field speaker systems.  The ease and simplicity of the Complete Stereo Solution allow even the technical novice to achieve high-definition audio with their DVD, CD, TV, radio, or computer system.  The elegant packaging of these components melds into the décor of any room.

Recording Studio; Video and/or Audio Editing Suite

Benchmark digital converters, Dynaudio loudspeakers, and Sennheiser headphones regularly see heavy use in major recording studios all over the world.  The Complete Stereo Solution offers this world-class performance in a form-factor that suits both recording studios and small-footprint editing suites.  The transparent, revealing nature of this system won’t let any audio glitches slip by unnoticed.  The jitter-free, low-distortion performance makes listening fatigue a non-issue – alleviating a real concern during hours of recording, editing and mixing.