SPDIF into AES node recommended method

JonCyphers · Post by **JonCyphers** » Mon Mar 03, 2008 9:27 pm

What is the recommended method of putting SPDIF into the AES node?

Is there a favorite passive or active adaptor that adjusts impedance and signal level, and is the consumer/pro flag properly set necessary to make the node work properly?

I've used various methods with other gear, but I would like to know the one recommended method for Axia nodes that won't cause any issues.

We have 8 Denon 635 CD players that have SPDIF outs, and a few oddball pieces that have SPDIF also.

Thanks!
jon

clarknovak · Post by **clarknovak** » Mon Mar 03, 2008 9:33 pm

Hey Jon,

There's a StudioHub bit for this:

http://www.studiohub.com/MJ-SPDIFOUT.html

Takes SPDIF or TOSLink in and outputs AES. (They've got one that goes the other way, too.)

JonCyphers · Post by **JonCyphers** » Mon Mar 03, 2008 11:08 pm

Thanks Clark, that looks like the perfect fix!

jon

Andrew_KOOP · Post by **Andrew_KOOP** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 8:54 pm

FWIW, HOSA also makes a little SPDIF -> AES converter box. We used that with the Denon 635s and had no issues.

The StudioHub box might be more convenient, though.

Oh - one subtle non-Axia note. I believe the Denon's will only play MP3 output through their Analog outs for some reason. If that functionality is important to you, you might want to check.

JonCyphers · Post by **JonCyphers** » Wed Mar 05, 2008 7:27 am

Thanks Andrew.

I wondered about the Hosa...but I probably will go with the StudioHub just for ease of connections.

I think I'll try to use the Denon inability to play mp3's to my benefit, to help keep them off the air as much as possible. But that is a nice thing to know, I probably would have pulled my hair out trying to figure that out!