JCF Audio Latte User Manual - Banter
A fun tip:
The Sample Rate Conversion function can be used to make “D to D” copies at the
same sample rate but with asynchronous clock sources. This can sometimes be useful in post-
production environments where CD players (or any digital audio source without the ability to
slave to a reference) can be digitally brought into the fold on-the-fly.
Banter
The Latte is the culmination of all of my work to date with converters, mic pres, transformers,
transistors, and all of the other pieces that go into the unit. After exhaustive listening tests and
prototypes galore over the course of 7 years with such great ears as Doug Sax, Bill Schnee, and
others (who’s names may appear here once I get their permission), I have arrived at this device.
Many of the features of the unit may confuse the average user. Many of the selections of parts
may confuse the tech savvy. Many of the specifications will disappoint those who look to num-
bers to judge a device's merit. Everything in the Latte is as it is for a reason. Thank you very
much for taking the time to read this manual.
FAQ
1. Q: How come no fancy PLL's
A: Multi-stage PLL's does a wonderful job of attenuating time base problems from the out-
side world. We at JCF Audio believe that all of the hype surrounding well-designed, more
complex, more expensive multi-stage PLL's is true and they will do exactly what is said and
proved of them time and time again. We at JCF audio also believe that this is not important in
this unit. The simple 1 stage device that is part of the CS8416 AES receiver is absolutely ade-
quate.
2. Q: How come no word clock connections
A: Doing a good job with WC inputs is difficult and for the application just didn't seem use-
ful enough to implement. The addition of WC inputs to the device would also further compli-
cate an already complex, user definable clocking setup. In addition, we hope to avoid it's being
placed in a rack along with some popular clocking products. WC outputs, while much easier to
derive, didn't seem useful either.
If a Latte or Lattes need to be chained such as that they all receive the same AES clock source,
please contact JCF Audio and we will give you some tips as to how one may accomplish that
task.
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