Digital-to-Analogue Converter

The new M-DAC+ is a high-performance, multi-purpose audio DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Converter) for home use. It incorporates a highly specified, audiophile-quality digital preamplifier and Class A output stage for connection to a power amp and speakers (the output can be fixed for those who wish to use an existing preamp or integrated amp), in addition to a high-quality output for headphone use.

General description Digital-to-Analogue Converter

DAC ESS Sabre32 9018 chip

Sampling Rate 24-bit / 192kHz (Optical, Coaxial, AES)

32-bit / 384kHz (USB)

2.8MHz (DSD64), 5.6MHz (DSD128), 11.2MHz (DSD256)

Digital Input 2 x Coaxial, 2 x Toslink Optical, 1 x AES/EBU, 1 x USB for PC USB, 1x USB for iPod/iPhone/iPad

Digital Output 1x Coaxial, 1 x Toslink Optical

Output Voltage Balanced: 4.5V RMS

Unbalanced: 2.25V RMS

Output Impedance Balanced: 20Ω

Unbalanced: 10Ω

THD (1kHz 0dB 20Hz - 20kHz A wtd) <0.002%

Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz (± 0.2dB)

Signal to Noise Ratio RCA: > -115dB, XLR: > -120dB

Dynamic Range RCA: > 115dB, XLR: > 120dB

Crosstalk RCA: > 120dB, XLR: > 130dB

Dimensions (mm) 114mm x 247mm x 292mm

Net Weight 3.7kg