What does a network bridge do?

A network bridge receives music from your network (streaming services, NAS, etc.) and outputs a pristine digital signal via AES/EBU or S/PDIF to your existing DAC. It adds high-quality streaming capability to any DAC without replacing it.

Will it improve my existing streaming DAC?

In many cases, yes. The Emerson Digital's dedicated clocking architecture and bit-perfect data path can deliver a cleaner digital signal than the built-in streaming module in many DACs, resulting in audible improvements.

How does it compare to the Emerson Analog?

The Emerson Digital outputs a digital signal (AES/EBU and S/PDIF) for use with an external DAC, while the Emerson Analog includes a built-in DAC with analog RCA outputs. Choose Digital if you already have a DAC you love; choose Analog for an all-in-one solution.

Is the firmware updatable?

Yes. Wattson's in-house software platform is fully updatable via Ethernet, ensuring compatibility with evolving streaming protocols and continuous performance improvements.

Wattson Emerson Digital

A compact network bridge that transforms any DAC into a streaming DAC with bit-perfect precision.

The 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. Built around the same Sitara processor and proprietary streaming engine found in Wattson's flagship products, the Emerson Digital maintains bit-perfect signal integrity from its RJ45 input to its AES/EBU and S/PDIF outputs. Dual ultra-low-noise oscillators and FPGA-based encoding ensure jitter-free precision in a remarkably compact billet aluminum enclosure.

CHF 1'490.00. Incl. Swiss VAT. Contact us to order.

What it solves

Engineered to deliver accurate sound in real rooms, not just anechoic chambers.

Bit-perfect architecture

Designed to maintain absolute signal integrity from network input to digital output, with dedicated modulators optimized for each output format (AES/EBU and S/PDIF).

Dual ultra-low-noise oscillators

Separate oscillators for 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz sample-rate families, activated individually to minimize noise and jitter throughout the digital signal path.

Proprietary streaming engine

Built around the Texas Instruments Sitara processor with Wattson's updatable in-house software - the same technology found in the industry's most prestigious digital products.

Future-proof by design

Fully updatable firmware ensures the Emerson Digital adapts to evolving network protocols and streaming standards, protecting your investment over time.

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Specifications

Type	Network bridge with digital output
Digital Input	Ethernet RJ45
Sampling Rate	PCM up to 192 kHz
Bit Depth	PCM up to 24-bit
File Formats	WAV, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, MP3, AAC, Ogg Vorbis, WMA
Encoding	Simultaneous S/PDIF and AES3, FPGA-based
Clocking	Internal ultra-low jitter crystal oscillators
Digital Outputs	AES/EBU on XLR (2.8 Vpp, 110 Ω), S/PDIF on RCA (500 mVpp, 75 Ω)
Output Isolation	Transformer-isolated on both outputs
Power Supply	External 5 V DC, 18 W
Power Consumption	< 0.5 W standby, 2.5 W nominal
Dimensions (W × D × H)	104 × 87 × 38 mm
Weight	0.40 kg
Color	Dark Gray
Design & Manufacture	Switzerland

Streaming & connectivity

Access all major streaming services and local sources through Wattson's proprietary streaming engine.

Roon Ready
Tidal Connect
Qobuz Connect
AirPlay
UPnP/DLNA
Audirvāna compatible

What's included

Emerson Digital
External 5 V DC power supply
Wattson Music app (iOS) / Wattson Remote (Android)
Manufacturer warranty

Frequently asked questions

Experience the Wattson Emerson Digital

Book a demo and hear the difference in a properly calibrated room.

Wattson Emerson Digital

A compact network bridge that transforms any DAC into a streaming DAC with bit-perfect precision.

CHF 1'490.00. Incl. Swiss VAT. Contact us to order.