All data feed into the digital inputs of a Prestige (or a Capitole Ref) are feed through the STARS processing system and hence are up-sampled. The SPDIF digital inputs on the Prestige and I think the current Capitole Ref does accept up to 24/96 data though and as I understand it up-samples 24/96 through the stars system as well to 24/192 (24/96 source material played this way sounds really good too!).
As a (not current) long time Audio Aero dealer, I understand customers frustrations with the reliability. To be honest, its leagues better now than it was back in the day of the MK1 and early MKII Capitole's. The main issues seem to come from shipping here in the US which is not very transport friendly.
Good news is that Audio Aero has a Distributor once again in the USA: On a Higher Note (Philip O Hanlon)(949) 488 3004
As a (not current) long time Audio Aero dealer, I understand customers frustrations with the reliability. To be honest, its leagues better now than it was back in the day of the MK1 and early MKII Capitole's. The main issues seem to come from shipping here in the US which is not very transport friendly.
Good news is that Audio Aero has a Distributor once again in the USA: On a Higher Note (Philip O Hanlon)(949) 488 3004