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    118 Digital Pre-Amplifier • 8 inputs: 4 analogue and 4 digital • High resolution 18 bit/48kHz sampling fr equency A to D converter for analogue sources • High resolution 20 bit main D to A converter • Automatic sampling rate selection (32, 44.1, 48kHz) • 5 User selectable DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes • V olume, Balance, Polarit[...]

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    Any of the DSP functions can be recorded onto tape by selecting "Process to T ape". For instance, by selecting the Compressor mode, this can be used to decrease the dynamics of the music for tapes to be used with in-car systems, where ambient noise can be high and otherwise soft passages are masked by engine and road noise. For analogue t[...]

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    Specifications - NAD Model 118 Overall analogue IN, analogue OUT Max. sensitivity for 1V o/p150mV Input impedance100k / 450pF Input attenuator0, -5, -10, -15dB Frequency response20Hz-20kHz± s 120.25dBS/N IHF 202 (500mV IN, 500mV OUT)symbol 179 f "Symbol" s 1286dB Max. i/p for 100% FS5.6V Max. o/p for 100% FS (High Gain)3.2V THD 1kHzat[...]