Crimson is an ultimate USB DAC with upgradable DAC module and DHT outputs.
The Crimson is unique in that it is completely programable from the USB side of the equation. Therefore the code for this process is housed on the dac module so that each dac module can completely change the characteristics of the Crimson. The DAC chips on the Crimson are run from an internal battery that is charged when the computer is a sleep or off. The Crimson also uses Directly Heated Triodes (71A, WE101L/M and RE134) as the output tubes. A 6V4 tube rectifier powers the high voltage.
Opinion on Crimson by Steve from his review on Computer Audio Asylum:
The most obvious virtue of the Crimson is an engaging pure midrange that grabs your attention. It has a greater sense of ease and bloom, being more forward in its presentation than the Cosecant midrange. It is if a veil has been lifted relative to the Cosecant. I have never heard such a grain-free midrange from any digital product I have owned. And folks, I have owned many big buck items. Not only is it grain-free, but it is highly detailed. CD after CD played from my hard drive resulted in a totally new listening experience.
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A statement by Peter Roth in his informative article on Computer Audio in Home Entertainment:
One audiophile with whom I corresponded actually replaced his DCS stack (the famed Verdi, Purcell, Verona, Elgar+, four-box CD/SACD player clocking in at just under $40,000) with a MacBookPro and a Wavelength Audio Crimson (starting at $7,500 in its basic configuration), and has never looked back.
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Crimson comes standard with Transcendental 16/44.1 DAC Module. It may also be ordered with optional Numerator 24/96 DAC Module or the ultimate - Denominator 24/96 DAC Module. DAC modules are easily replaceable so you may also want to order an extra DAC module to experiment and find the best for your musical taste and requirements.
Wood options are Walnut, Cherry and Figured Maple.
Package includes the converter itself, power supply unit and high grade USB cable.
