Прочие устройства — SOtM sCLK-OCX10

The sCLK-OCX10 is a reference master clock generator from SOtM, built as a specially designed analogue-only device bringing recording-studio-grade clock precision to a high-end home audio streaming system. In digital audio, SOtM describes the clock signal as the heart of the product - the higher its purity, the more accurate and better the resulting sound quality - and the sCLK-OCX10 represents ten years of the brand's accumulated know-how applied specifically to this one component.

Key specs that matter

Output clock signal frequency is 10.000MHz, produced as a pure analogue sine wave rather than the angled square digital clock signal most rival master clocks generate - SOtM specifically adopted this sinusoidal approach because it produces significantly less noise than a conventional digital square wave. Output level is 13dBm (2.825Vp-p at 50 ohms), plus or minus 2dBm. All four outputs are isolated, using 50 ohm BNC connectors as standard with 75 ohm optionally available, and different impedances can even be specified per output within the same unit on request. Typical phase noise is an exceptionally low -140dB/Hz at 10Hz, tightening to -165dB/Hz from 1kHz through 100kHz. Temperature stability is plus or minus 2E-9 across 0 to 50 degrees Celsius, referenced to 25 degrees. DC power input is 12V.

Sound and use context

Expect a very delicate, smooth and natural sound throughout all bandwidths without losing the inherent energy every instrument carries, particularly in the mid-low range - SOtM states this brings a clear, significant improvement normally only expected from the very best analogue devices, letting a listener experience not just the music a system plays but the essence and artistry within it.

Pairing

The sCLK-OCX10 connects to any device equipped with a BNC master clock input, and for SOtM's own products, a 10MHz master clock input connector can be optionally added to models fitted with the sCLK-EX internal clock, such as the sMS-1000SQ, sMS-200ultra and tX-USBultra, letting all four outputs feed multiple compatible devices simultaneously.

Alternatives

SOtM's broader network device catalogue, including the sNH-10G network switch, forms a natural partner for a system built around this master clock, worth pairing together for a coherently optimised digital front end aimed at extracting maximum performance from network-based playback. A single LED operating indicator confirms status at a glance, and BNC cable quality between this clock and the connected device remains worth considering given how sensitive clock signal transmission can be to cable characteristics.