Audiobyte Hydra-Z

USB audio playback bridge and clock generator featuring FPGA technology and Crystek CCHD-957 clocking. Built around ARM3 processor for USB transactions and Xilinx Spartan6 FPGA for audio processing, supporting up to 384kHz PCM and DSD128. Features six outputs including S/PDIF coaxial, S/PDIF BNC, AES/EBU, I2S LVDS, Toslink, and BNC wordclock/masterclock. Includes adjustable I2S clock polarity and masterclock output options. Can be powered via USB, external 5V supply, or dedicated Hydra ZPM power supply. Firmware upgradeable over USB.

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