Definition: An Analog-to-Digital converter, quite simply, takes analog signals and converts them into digital signals for use in digital recording devices. While most digital interfaces and portable recording devices contain A/D conversion chips, the quality varies from passable to abysmal; external A/D devices greatly improve the overall clarity and quality of an analog signal.
Also Known As: A/D Converter, ADC
Examples: "I just bought a new A/D converter for my taping rig; it sounds awesome!"
