Product Overview & Specifications
The DENAFRIPS Aether MCLK is the flagship master clock generator designed for high-end digital audio applications. Operating on the principle that clock purity, phase noise, and low jitter form the bedrock of digital fidelity, the Aether serves as a central precision reference clock for compatible DACs, DDCs, and digital transports.
At its core, the unit houses high-precision, dual Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillators (OCXOs) running at 45.1548 MHz and 49.152 MHz. These OCXOs are driven by a multi-stage linear power supply fed by an oversized, custom O-Core transformer engineered for high slew rates, low noise, and minimal crosstalk. Featuring four BNC outputs (MCLK1–4), the front panel allows intuitive manual configuration of fixed and adjustable clock frequency outputs across 75-ohm terminations.
KEY FEATURES & PROPRIETARY TECHNOLOGIES
- High-Precision Dual OCXOs: Enclosed Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillators (45.1548 MHz / 49.152 MHz) isolated against thermal drift and frequency variance.
- Linear O-Core Power Supply: Dedicated multi-stage linear power regulation utilizing an oversized O-Core transformer to deliver high current and ultra-low noise DC.
- Four Configurable BNC Clock Outputs: Independent output ports (MCLK1–4) configurable via the front panel to suit various DDC, DAC, and streamer requirements.
- Fixed & Adjustable Frequency Modes: Delivers base master clock frequencies as well as scaled multiplier rates (44.1/48 kHz, 11.2896/12.288 MHz, 22.5792/24.576 MHz).
- 75-Ohm BNC Output Impedance: Standardized 75-ohm BNC connectors ensure optimal impedance matching and minimal signal reflection over clock cables.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Product Category | Flagship Audiophile Master Clock Generator |
| Oscillator Type | Precision Oven Controlled Crystal Oscillators (OCXO) |
| Fixed Clock Outputs (MCLK) | 2 x 45.1548 MHz 2 x 49.152 MHz |
| Adjustable Clock Outputs | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz 11.2896 MHz, 12.288 MHz 22.5792 MHz, 24.576 MHz |
| Output Connectors & Impedance | 4 x BNC Outputs, 75 Ω Impedance |
| Power Supply Type | High-Current Multi-Stage Linear PSU with Oversized O-Core Transformer |
| AC Power Requirements | 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz (Manual Selector) |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 20 W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 340 x 260 x 66 mm (+18 mm feet) |
| Net Weight | 6.0 kg |
| Package Contents | Aether MCLK Generator (Power Cord & Remote Control Not Included) |
Customer Reviews
Denafrips
Guangzhou • Est. 2012
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