miniDSP Flex HTx

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The miniDSP Flex HTx is the perfect solution for a modern compact processor for home theater and multichannel sound. The Flex HTx is a multi-channel processor with HDMI ARC/eARC and analog and USB audio capabilities. With its 120dB SINAD and 127 SNR, the Flex HTx sets the bar for multichannel ADC + DSP + DAC.

Eight-channel audio input is via analog audio (RCA and TRS), eARC linear PCM over HDMI, and USB Audio. Additional digital stereo input is supported over SPDIF and TOSLINK optical. The Flex HTx contains the full suite of miniDSP’s flexible routing and audio processing features:  bass management, parametric EQ, crossovers, advanced biquad programming and delay/gain adjustments. An OLED front panel display and volume control / encoder knob provides easy control.

Optional Dirac Live room correction software applies state-of-the-art, patented technology to analyze and digitally reduce room impact and enhance speaker performance, and optimizes the sound with respect to frequency and time.

The Flex HTx provides: 

• Floating point SHARC DSP
• Flexible and powerful multichannel audio processor
• Class-leading analog I/O noise and distortion specifications
• Full suite of miniDSP processing
• Optional Dirac Live full version with perpetual license

Hardware Features

• Processor: 32-bit floating-point 400MHz Analog Devices SHARC DSP
• Multi-Core USB Audio processor (XMOS)
• HDMI EARC/ARC interface for multichannel audio in PCM. Note that Flex HTx doesn't support bi-stream format (Dolby/DTS encoded). 
• Optional upgrade to Dirac Live v3.x for multichannel (8ch) full range correction (20~20kHz)
• Audiophile performance with very low noise floor and distortion (SNR @127dB(A), THD+N @ -120dB (0.0001%)
• Inputs: Stereo digital (SPDIF/Optical), Multichannel USB Audio streaming (up to 7.1)
• Outputs: 8 channels audio duplicated to unbalanced (RCA)
• White/Black OLED front panel controller
• IR remote control

What’s Included

• Flex HTx digital audio processor
• Device Console application software with perpetual updates
• IR remote
• Global AC to DC Power Supply
• USB cable
• Removable Rack Flanges

Recommended Accessories & Options

• miniDSP UMIK-1 or UMIK-2 calibrated microphone
• Dirac Live v3.x upgrade for multichannel (8ch) full range correction (20~20kHz)

Unique Power of Dirac

The interaction between your sound system and the physical layout of your room has a huge impact on sound quality. Dirac Live room correction software applies state-of-the-art, patented technology to analyze and digitally reduce room impact and enhance speaker performance, and optimizes the sound with respect to frequency and time. Dirac Live delivers a larger sweet spot, accurate staging, clarity, voice intelligibility and a deeper, tighter bass.

Support

• U.S. technical support through Deer Creek Audio
• miniDSP application notes and User Forum support
• Installation guide and phone support
• Deer Creek Audio is an authorized miniDSP dealer

Warranty Terms

This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from invoice. Warranty does not cover failure of the product due to incorrect connection or installation, improper or undocumented use, unauthorized servicing, modification or alteration of the unit in any way, or any usage outside of that recommended in the product manual. The customer provides return shipping to Deer Creek Audio. Deer Creek Audio is an authorized miniDSP dealer.

Shipping

Orders received by 2 PM mountain time are shipped the same business day. U.S. domestic orders ship for $27.95. Orders shipping to Canada are $44.95. For more details check out the FAQs on Buying from Deer Creek Audio.