MSB Nelson DAC Link III, got pictures?

the Link DAC III has an outboard power supply, kinda like a laptop power adapter. You can also connect the link through a powerbase power module sold by MSB.

I just realize that you have to purchase an external power supply for the msb dac.

I'm not sure but this unit seems to be missing stuff. First, there is no upsampling switch on the back and has an optical instead of an AES in. Also, the internals appear to be missing a board, which contains much of the upsampling chips and jumpers. I'm at work and I am going by my memory on this last part.

I would call MSB up directly and confirm what unit you actually have. My thoughts are that you have a first generation MSB Link but I could be wrong.

BTW yes, it stands for the Rams!

Andy2, the MSB does come with an outboard power supply, but if you buy the optional powerbase 1000 it'll improved the sound dramatically (as ppl say in reviews).

Ramstl, the person who i bought it from said it is a first production run of a Half Nelson, which doesn't come with an upsampling board or a balanced input. What I'm concerned about is whether the Link has the upgraded parts (caps and resistors and opamps and such things)...

thanks for the input guys.

Well, I wish I could assist you further but I can't. I would really recommend contacting MSB directly. I know they would talk you through this on the phone. Good luck and let me know what you find out!