Compact Elegance,
Benchmark Engineering
 
Emerson DIGITAL is Wattson's unique network bridge solution. It turns any DAC into a streaming DAC or improves the streaming performance of most streaming DACs. Wattson Audio's engineering philosophy: a relentless focus on essentials, including only what enhances performance and usability. This is high-end engineering distilled to its purest form. Delivering a pristine network signal to a DAC is a task rife with challenges, demanding precision to avoid countless potential errors. The Emerson DIGITAL tackles these complexities with innovative solutions that stand among the finest network bridges in the industry.
 
Every detail of the Emerson DIGITAL network bridge—from its carefully chosen components and advanced circuit topology to its solid billet casework and proprietary software—reflects our deep expertise and commitment to quality, honed through providing streaming solutions for some of the most respected brands in the industry. Its core is built around the Sitara processor from Texas Instruments and powered by our updatable software—technology found in some of the market’s most prestigious digital products. 
 
Pure Musicality,
Future-Proof Precision  
Wattson Audio's dedication to updatability ensures that the Emerson DIGITAL remains future-proof, effortlessly adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of network communication protocols. It delivers excellent audio data integrity, dependable transmission, and native Hi-Res file support while providing a smooth and intuitive user experience.
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The Emerson DIGITAL is a "bit-perfect" device designed to maintain signal integrity from its RJ45 input to its AES/EBU and S/PDIF outputs. Each output employs a dedicated modulator and is optimized for its specific format. Its circuitry revolves around a bespoke internal clock powered by two ultra-low-noise phase oscillators: one for base frequencies of 44.1kHz and multiples and the other for 48kHz and multiples. These oscillators are activated individually to minimize noise and jitter, while their clock signals are carefully distributed to reduce jitter throughout the digital signal path.
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The Emerson DIGITAL's is a versatile partner for any DAC or digital component, whether to add streaming capability or elevate existing performance. Delivering an elevated musical performance at an accessible price requires a resolute dedication to precision and purpose. It demands a sharp focus on what truly serves the music, choosing only the features that matter and implementing them with care and expertise. This is Wattson Audio's design philosophy: achieving the highest performance by doing everything with intention and nothing without meaning.