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Lynx Hilo

Item ID: HiloUSB

A/D and D/A Converter with LCD Touch Screen, Headphone Amp, 3 Sets of Analog Outputs, and 32-channel Internal Mixer

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World-class Two-channel Converter

Want world-class conversion? The Lynx Hilo Reference A/D D/A Converter System gives it to you. Three high-performance components in one - an A/D converter, a D/A converter, and a high-end headphone amp (with its own dedicated D/A converter), Hilo serves up the pristine, transparent audio quality for which Lynx is famous. You also get a 32-channel internal mixer, along with other useful features - all controlled from an intuitive LCD touch screen. For mastering and critical listening, you want the best conversion technology available - the Lynx Hilo Reference.





Lynx Hilo Reference A/D D/A Converter System at a Glance:
  • Stunning signal quality
  • Robust I/O flexibility
  • Open-ended software platform

Stunning signal quality
The Lynx Hilo Reference A/D D/A Converter System upholds Lynx's reputation for pristine, transparent audio quality. Hilo's analog stages and converter topology designs raise the bar for low distortion and noise, while maintaining stunning transparency in A/D and D/A conversion.

Robust I/O flexibility
With 12 total inputs, 16 total outputs, plus 32 channels possible via its LSlot port, the Lynx Hilo Reference A/D D/A Converter System gives you beaucoup I/O. Throw in an internal 32-channel mixer to control it all, and you've got massive I/O flexibility.

Open-ended software platform
Lynx's Hilo Reference A/D D/A Converter System is built upon an open-ended software platform that allows for future measurement, metering, diagnostics, and personalization feature updates - all using the Hilo's intuitive touch screen LCD!

Lynx Hilo Reference A/D D/A Converter System Features:
  • 3-in-1 unit: AD converter, DA converter, and Headphone Amp with its own dedicated D/A converter
  • 3 unique sets of analog outputs: main analog out, monitor and headphone outs (both with volume)
  • Flexible digital I/O offers a choice of AES/EBU, SPDIF via coax or TOSlink, or ADAT formats
  • Innovative analog stage and converter topology design for ultra low noise and distortion
  • 480 x 272 pixel LCD touch screen for easy operation and monitoring
  • A 32-channel internal mixer in the updatable FPGA
  • 12 total inputs, 16 total outputs plus 32 channels possible via LSlot
  • AC powered with battery operation available
  • Open-ended software platform allows for future updates
  • Designed and manufactured in the USA

For mastering and critical listening, you can rely on the Lynx Hilo Reference Converter!
Specification Detail
Channels 2 x A/D, 6 x D/A
A to D Yes
D to A Yes
Sample Rate 192kHz
Bit Depth 24-bit
Analog Inputs 2 x XLR
Analog Outputs 2 x XLR, 2 x TRS, 1 x Headphones
Digital Inputs 1 x S/PDIF coax, 1 x S/PDIF/ADAT optical, 1 x AES/EBU
Digital Outputs 1 x S/PDIF coax, 1 x S/PDIF/ADAT optical, 1 x AES/EBU, USB
Clock Inputs 1 x Word Clock
Clock Outputs 1 x Word Clock
Other I/O No other I/O
Expansion Slots One expansion slot (ships with LT-USB expansion card preinstalled, other cards are available)
Rack Spaces Not rack mountable
Height 3.25"
Depth 9.5"
Width 8.5"
Weight 7 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number Hilo

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Reviews

based on 2 reviews

Stunning!

by Jared from Boise, ID
August 29, 2012
Music Background:
If you have a good mic & preamp, the hilo is worth its weight in gold! The sound is incredible! Vocals shine like nothing else! The sound is crystal clear and accurate. Make no mistake, no amount of e... read more [+]q or compression can make up for bad conversion. After owning this, I finally understand.
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The Convertors To Beat

by Rocco from Marlton, NJ
June 28, 2012
Music Background: Hobbyist, Remix/master, DJ
I purchased a UA - Apollo from a local gear store after hearing how great it sounded to me. Then, I had the opportunity to hear this unit in my friends studio and sold the unopened Apollo. I opted for... read more [+] the Hilo and a quad UA card; because that is the caliber of sound I was hoping for from the Apollo; I was personally disappointed. On to the Hilo, first the minor gripes. When the unit is connected to a USB hub on the same line as other peripherals (PC) there tends to be an issue in touch screen response and latency issues; easy fix if you require less port space, simply move other devices to ports further away. Honestly, I don't have much to complain about, but I felt I had to be thorough. Now for the positive aspects, the unit construction is very solid, the knob and housing are metal. From what I have read and (as communicated by Phil Moon of Lynx) the touch screen is constructed from a company that manufactures hospital equipment touch interfaces; so reliability and integrity should not be an issue. The most important aspect is sound quality and this is where the Hilo shines. The sound is pristine and very detailed with a 3 dimensional immersive quality that is unlike other interfaces I have experienced before. The Hilo sound is less colored with better detail than my friends Orpheus and Lavry Gold. I could go on and on about how fantastic it sounds, if you get a chance take a listen and you'll understand the hype. close [-]

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