The Tivax STB-T8 converter box is the brand new updated version of the Tivax STB-T9. The Tivax STB-T9 was Consumer Reports top rated converter box and also one of the best selling converter boxes. The new and improved Tivax STB-T8 model has be fully updated to include the rare analog pass through function that everybody has been looking for. The addition of the analog pass through function along with the amazing picture and sound quality that the Tivax STB-T8 provide have made it the most highly rated and best selling converter box on the market. At an affordable price of $60 this is a great buy for everyone needing a digital converter box.