Here comes the Plus version with extra analog input board. "It's possible to upgrade the SE to the Plus version at any time."

"It's obviously important to set the correct level for each input which mainly reflects the source output voltage and amplifier input sensitivity. Each input can be assigned its own level and there's a shortcut to do so. Without needing to enter 'setup' mode, simply press/hold the input button while in play then rotate the volume knob left or right. The adjustment will show in the display. The unit coming to you was used at the show so is fully debugged and was played for three days already."

The all-tube version's ZeroUno Pre iteration shows the same connector bay as the Ultra Plus. XLR analog inputs are a surcharge option as is I²S tailormade for your transport's output format.

Mario also had the manual's first draft. Do read it to familiarize yourself with the deck's full functionality which includes analogue balance control and more. The included remote is Apple's popular metal wand. From prior CanEver reviews I already knew to expect a chassis not the usual bent sheet metal but welded steel finished in a flecked charcoal gloss lacquer. I also knew of his display's smart auto zoom which temporarily enlarges the readout whenever we make remote changes before it reverts back to standard 4-line mode showing all the other playback data. That makes volume adjustment confirmation well legible from the distance and even briefly shows sample-rate changes in big alphanumerics if set accordingly in the menu. It's back to careful engineering and accounting for not just superior sonics but the user experience, too. Already handling these machines telegraphs their seriousness in no uncertain terms. They're particularly weighty and dense despite being of only standard size.